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The Home Depot return policy

Most products: 90 days, with exceptions by category. Special orders may have a 15% restocking fee.

90days from your order
Refund
Original payment method; store credit without a receipt
Cost to return
Free in store or by mail

Good to know

  • Some categories have shorter windows; check the item
  • Special orders: up to 15% restocking fee, back to the store you bought from
  • Returns without a receipt need photo ID

US vs Canada

Checked on The Home Depot's Canada site.

Window
90 days from order
Cost to return
Free in store or by mail
  • Home Depot credit card and commercial account purchases: 365 days

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Common questions

How long do I have to return something to The Home Depot?

90 days, counted from your order date.

Does The Home Depot charge for returns?

Free in store or by mail

How does The Home Depot refund a return?

Original payment method; store credit without a receipt

Can I return sale or final-sale items to The Home Depot?

The Home Depot's policy doesn't list any final-sale items.

Is The Home Depot's return policy different in Canada?

In Canada: 90 days to return it. Cost to return: Free in store or by mail.

How do I know if my The Home Depot order can still be returned?

Paste the product link, upload the receipt, or forward the order email to orders@tagson.app: TagsOn works out your exact last day to return it and emails you if the price drops before then.

Source: The Home Depot's returns page · checked 2026-11-01. Policies change; confirm on the store's site before you ship a return.