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The Home Depot

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    Customer Complaints Summary

    • 12,174 total complaints in the last 3 years.
    • 3,506 complaints closed in the last 12 months.

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    • Initial Complaint

      Date:07/01/2025

      Type:Service or Repair Issues
      Status:
      AnsweredMore info

      Complaint statuses

      Resolved:
      The complainant verified the issue was resolved to their satisfaction.
      Unresolved:
      The business responded to the dispute but failed to make a good faith effort to resolve it.
      Answered:
      The business addressed the issues within the complaint, but the consumer either a) did not accept the response, OR b) did not notify BBB as to their satisfaction.
      Unanswered:
      The business failed to respond to the dispute.
      Unpursuable:
      BBB is unable to locate the business.
      Last night I came to pick up an online order at the ****************************** location a door described (and reviewed) as having pre-drilled holes. When I arrived at the pick-up desk, I was abruptly told by an employee to "wait behind the sign" in a tone more suited for scolding a child. I wasnt being disruptive, just trying to get assistance.Shortly after, an employee named ****** brought the door out. I asked if it was the one with the pre-drilled holes. Instead of responding, he just shrugged. When I clarified that I specifically needed the version with holes, he said, Well, this is what you got. You can get help in the doors section. I asked again if someone could help me and treat me with a little kindness, and he just repeated that I should go to the doors section. No apology. No offer to check the order. Just completely dismissive.I ended up getting a refund, with zero acknowledgment from ****** or anyone else that the situation was frustrating or that my time had been wasted.I then went to the doors section, where I waited a long time after being told someone would help me. No one came. Another employee finally admitted there was no one assigned to that area and got a manager for me. Shockingly, the manager didnt apologize eitherfor the incorrect product, the rude behavior, or the wait. He simply called someone else over and walked away.The final employee I spoke with was at least helpful. He explained that the door I was looking for would need to be custom ordered, which is not what the item description or reviews suggested. He did offer an apology and explained how I could drill the holes myself, which I appreciated. But by then, I had wasted over an hour and left incredibly frustrated.Home Depot used to be a place I could count on for friendly, knowledgeable service. Its disheartening to see thats changed. I hope this feedback prompts a review of how customers are being treated at this locationbecause this experience was unacceptable.

      Business Response

      Date: 07/03/2025

      July 3, 2025

      Attn: ***************************************************** Specialist  
      Better Business Bureau  
      Serving *************, ****** & **********************;  
      *************************; 
      ****************** 900  
      **********************; 

      RE: ******** ******/BBB Complaint #********

      Dear Ms. *****, 

      We acknowledge the receipt of the Better Business Bureau Consumer Complaint #********

      On behalf of The Home Depot, I apologize for any inconvenience the customer may have experienced regarding their purchase with our company.  

      The Home Depot has reviewed this case and reached out to all parties involved. The Home Depot Online Escalation Team reached out to the customer to address their concerns. Ms. ****** was apologized to for her in-store experience. The feedback provided by the customer has been documented in our system and was provided to the local store management team, including the district manager, for further review. No other action is needed.

      Please know that it is The Home Depots goal to satisfy all our customers with the products and ******************** that we provide. The Home Depot values its customers patronage and looks forward to servicing their future home improvement needs. Please contact me should you have any additional questions or concerns.  

      Sincerely,  

      Sha-***** *. submitted on behalf of ****. L
      The Home Depot Customer Care- Executive Escalations Team 
      Case: 38859403 ELT Case #********

    • Initial Complaint

      Date:07/01/2025

      Type:Service or Repair Issues
      Status:
      ResolvedMore info

      Complaint statuses

      Resolved:
      The complainant verified the issue was resolved to their satisfaction.
      Unresolved:
      The business responded to the dispute but failed to make a good faith effort to resolve it.
      Answered:
      The business addressed the issues within the complaint, but the consumer either a) did not accept the response, OR b) did not notify BBB as to their satisfaction.
      Unanswered:
      The business failed to respond to the dispute.
      Unpursuable:
      BBB is unable to locate the business.
      The dispute is about misleading and exchange 6/22/2025 I went to the store and the salesman QRSAKFF helped me to order a washer that the model I pointed to which was the only washer on display in floor.6/24/2025 the washer was delivered . Before installment , the technician found the model was wrong ( gas model not electric model), so he just took it back without opening the box.I called and left voice msg to the store but never got a call back I had to go to the store for this order later. The 2nd sales person LOD511 helped to reorder the washer by changing the gas to electric with same model I pointed to the display one. 6/26 the order was delivered, installed, and tested by the technician. And asked me to sign. I was really busy as Im a salon owner in my working hour. I didnt find the problem at the first glance as these washer look very similar . But later found the washer size was wrong . The 1st sales ordered the small size which supposed to be the large size. The 2nd sales followed the 1st order s model and made a change to electric one but the order was wrong at the very beginning . The reason I ordered at the store is to seek for professional help as the washer was not cheap . Unfortunately, our first order was already wrong so the following order was also wrong. 6/28 still within 48 hrs . I went to the store and claimed for the wrong model but the manger said it was installed . Even we havent use it , he couldnt take the return /exchange. I mainly just want to get the correct washer model for my business. I request an exchange for the large model because I couldnt just use the small washer and wash 3 times instead of large washer for 1 load . If I do three washes a day, the noise will make a serious impact of my salon business.I was so disappointed and sad that I couldnt get any professional help for buying a washer even I went to the shop. I had to run to store twice for the order. It is such a misleading and wrong . Please help.

      Business Response

      Date: 07/18/2025

      July 18, 2025
      Attn: ****** *****, Trade Practice Specialist 
      Better Business Bureau Serving *************,
      ****** & ** ************; 
      *************************************************************;     
      **********************;
      **** **/BBB Case 23541326

      Dear Ms. *************** acknowledge the receipt of the Better Business Bureau Consumer Complaint 23541326

      On behalf of The Home Depot, I apologize for any inconvenience our customer may have experienced regarding their appliance.  

      We contacted customer and confirmed pickup and delivery of appliances. We created the return for unit and parts on order ******* for a refund of $1293.71 to process for completion. Please allow 3-5 business days for completion.

      Please know that it is The Home Depots goal to satisfy all our customers with the products and ******************** that we provide. The Home Depot values its customers patronage and looks forward to servicing their future home improvement needs. Please contact me if you have any questions.




      ***** Mitchell 
      The Home Depot - Customer Care 
      Resolution Expeditor- Executive Escalations 
      SF# ********

      Customer Answer

      Date: 07/18/2025

       
      Better Business Bureau:

      I have reviewed the response made by the business in reference to complaint ID ********, and find that this resolution is satisfactory to me.

      Sincerely,

      **** **
    • Initial Complaint

      Date:07/01/2025

      Type:Service or Repair Issues
      Status:
      AnsweredMore info

      Complaint statuses

      Resolved:
      The complainant verified the issue was resolved to their satisfaction.
      Unresolved:
      The business responded to the dispute but failed to make a good faith effort to resolve it.
      Answered:
      The business addressed the issues within the complaint, but the consumer either a) did not accept the response, OR b) did not notify BBB as to their satisfaction.
      Unanswered:
      The business failed to respond to the dispute.
      Unpursuable:
      BBB is unable to locate the business.
      water heater installation in garage located in ***************************************** Very standard and straight forward new water heater installation, no extra complication situation, subcontractor original quote $2004, which including installation fee $1200, permit $125, new water heater $679.They arrive onsite and give a final quote $2704, inflate the installation fee from $1200 to $1900, about 58% increase, and replace a pressure valve which is not leaking at all. And said they can not only do the new water heater installation quote $2004,they have to replace the pressure valve, has to add $700 if new water heater has to be installed. I was forced to sign the inflated contract. I contact the subcontractor back and forth via email, they refuse to refund the inflated install fee $700.

      Business Response

      Date: 07/14/2025

      July 14, 2025

      Attn: ***************************************************** Specialist  
      Better Business Bureau  
      Serving *************, ****** & **********************;  
      *************************; 
      ****************** 900  
      **********************; 

      RE: Song ****/BBB Complaint #********

      Dear Ms. *****, 

      We acknowledge receipt of the Better Business Bureau Consumer Complaint #********

      On behalf of The Home Depot, I apologize for any inconvenience the customer may have experienced regarding their purchase with our company.  

      The Home Depot has reviewed this case and reached out to all parties involved. The Home Depot executive office contacted the customer to discuss the matters outlined within the complaint and provided all the information and feedback to the local store management team and the service team. The district service manager submitted all details stating why the additional charges were given after the phone quote was presented to the customer. Furthermore, Ms. **** was aware that the quote stated, Quote Only:This is not your Final Price. Her request for a refund was respectfully denied,but Ms. **** was presented with a customer ********************** gesture of goodwill for her experience and although she has denied the offer, she has 21 days from the date of the letter to sign the accommodation and return it. No further action is needed.

      Please know that it is The Home Depots goal to satisfy all our customers with the products and ******************** that we provide. The Home Depot values its customers patronage and looks forward to servicing their future home improvement needs. Please contact me should you have any additional questions or concerns.  

      Sincerely,  

      Sha-***** *.
      The Home Depot ************** Executive Escalations Team 
      Case: 38856516

      Customer Answer

      Date: 07/14/2025

       
      Complaint: 23543126

      I am rejecting this response because:


      The additional charge was a scam phone call quote before I arrived at the property, the plumber claim the water pressure regulator is leaking, it was not leaking at all before they arrive. Tenant never report water pressure regulator is leaking, the regulator is only 7 years old as informed by landlord. The plumber also add pressure to me  that extra quote has to be included in the original quote, he can not ONLY replace the water heater, he has to do them together,

      I know homedepot can not 100% control the behavior of sub-contractor, I request  homedepot  give me $700 gift card to cover the extra unnecessary charge, which inflate the installation fee from $1200 to $1900, about 58% increase, 


      Sincerely,

      Song ****

      Business Response

      Date: 07/21/2025

      July 21, 2025

      Attn: ***************************************************** Specialist  
      Better Business Bureau  
      Serving *************, ****** & **********************;  
      *************************; 
      ****************** 900  
      **********************; 

      RE: Song ****/BBB Complaint #********

      Dear Ms. *****, 

      We acknowledge receipt of the Better Business Bureau Consumer Complaint #********

      On behalf of The Home Depot, I apologize for any inconvenience the customer may have experienced regarding their purchase with our company.  

      The Home Depot has reviewed this case and reached out to all parties involved. As previously stated, The Home Depot executive office contacted the customer to discuss the matters outlined in the complaint and provided all the information and feedback to the local store management team and the service team. The district service manager submitted all details stating why the additional charges were given after the phone quote was presented to the customer. Furthermore, Ms. **** was aware that the quote stated, Quote Only: This is not your Final Price. Her request for a refund was respectfully denied, but Ms. **** was presented with a customer ********************** gesture of goodwill for her experience and although she has denied the offer, she has 21 days from the date of the letter to sign the accommodation and return it. No further action is needed.

      Please know that it is The Home Depots goal to satisfy all our customers with the products and ******************** that we provide. The Home Depot values its customers patronage and looks forward to servicing their future home improvement needs. Please contact me should you have any additional questions or concerns.  

      Sincerely,  

      Sha-***** *.
      The Home Depot ************** Executive Escalations Team 
      Case: 38856516

      Customer Answer

      Date: 07/21/2025

       
      Complaint: 23543126

      I am rejecting this response because:

      Again, the sub-contractor call me to report leaking of pressure valve, before I arrive, while it is not leaking, and add $700 extra work to the original quote $2004, He pushed me to accept the new quote by saying he can not install the water heater as original quote only, he has to add $700 extra work, which replacing the pressure valve which is in good working condition and only 7 years old. 

      Homedepot is a very good company, and has very good reputation of customer care, also provide price match. ******************** need to match the price of it's original quote, because the extra $700 is unnecessary additional job the sub-contractor added, try to inflate installation fee 58%. This type of behavior is bait and switch, it will ruin the reputation of Homedepot.  I request homedepot pay me the $700 gift card as accommodation in stead of the $200 it offer to me if homedepot want me to withdraw the case.


      Sincerely,

      Song ****

    • Initial Complaint

      Date:07/01/2025

      Type:Service or Repair Issues
      Status:
      ResolvedMore info

      Complaint statuses

      Resolved:
      The complainant verified the issue was resolved to their satisfaction.
      Unresolved:
      The business responded to the dispute but failed to make a good faith effort to resolve it.
      Answered:
      The business addressed the issues within the complaint, but the consumer either a) did not accept the response, OR b) did not notify BBB as to their satisfaction.
      Unanswered:
      The business failed to respond to the dispute.
      Unpursuable:
      BBB is unable to locate the business.
      I purchased two American Standard (AS) toilets at The Home Depot store at *************************************************************** on Feb 3, 2025 and had my plumber install both toilets on Feb 7 (Page 1 of attachment). Within 90 days, one of the toilets began running about 5 seconds every 2 or 3 minutes. My plumber determined the toilet had a defective gasket and he replaced it with a different gasket costing me another $179 for labor and material (Page 2 of attachment). AS sent me a new gasket that was the same as the new gasket my plumber installed. The day after the AS replacement gasket arrived, the 2nd toilet started to do the same thing that the first toilet was doing before my plumber replaced the defective gasket. Since I had the replacement gasket AS had sent me for the first toilet, I replaced the defective gasket in the second toilet myself.American Standard had been the Defendant in a class action suit in ********** in 2021 for the same problem with Champion toilets and, according to AS, changed the gasket in 2023. Home Depot has had to know about the problem with the gasket on Champion toilets for several years and should have retrofitted the toilets with the defective gaskets before selling them to unsuspecting customers. At a minimum, ********************** should have provided a replacement gasket with each unit sold that had the defective gasket. According to The Home Depots AI tool on its website, this toilet is a popular choice. In addition, I bought these two toilets from this store because of its large inventory at the time. AS has already reimbursed me for half of my $179 additional plumber cost to replace the defective gasket. I think this Home Depot store should reimburse me for the other half ($89.50).

      Business Response

      Date: 07/03/2025

      July 3, 2025
      Sent Via Email
      Attn:****** *****
      Customer Experience Specialist
      **********************
      Serving *************, ****** & *****************
      *****************************************************************************************
      *****************
      Re: **** ******** ID # ********
      Dear ****** *****,
      We acknowledge the receipt of the BBB Case ID # ********
      On behalf of The Home Depot, I apologize for any inconvenience our valued customer may have experienced with our company.
      We reached out to the customer and offered compensation in the amount of $89.50 for the inconvenience experienced with the two defective toilet gaskets. Customer requested the compensation be processed in the form of a check. Advised customer to allow 7-14 business days to receive their check.
      The Home Depot considers this matter closed.
      Please know that it is The Home Depots goal to satisfy all our customers with the products and ******************** that we provide Home Depot values its customers patronage and looks forward to servicing their future home improvement needs.  Please contact me if you have any questions.
      Sincerely,
      ****** *.
      The Home Depot
      Executive Escalations Team Phone:
      **************************
      SF Case # ********

      Customer Answer

      Date: 07/03/2025

       
      Better Business Bureau:

      I have reviewed the response made by the business in reference to complaint ID ********, and find that this resolution is satisfactory to me.

      Sincerely,

      **** ********
    • Initial Complaint

      Date:07/01/2025

      Type:Service or Repair Issues
      Status:
      AnsweredMore info

      Complaint statuses

      Resolved:
      The complainant verified the issue was resolved to their satisfaction.
      Unresolved:
      The business responded to the dispute but failed to make a good faith effort to resolve it.
      Answered:
      The business addressed the issues within the complaint, but the consumer either a) did not accept the response, OR b) did not notify BBB as to their satisfaction.
      Unanswered:
      The business failed to respond to the dispute.
      Unpursuable:
      BBB is unable to locate the business.
      We rented machine online. Once in store the machine we ordered did not work. Home Depot has two machines and both machines would not start. We were told we would get the bigger machine for the same price. However of course that was a lie and we paid higher price for the bigger machine. I called and spoke with incompetent manager and employee at the rental place. The lady that works there is rude and disrespectful!!! Was told the machine I needed was small for my job and I needed bigger machine so I had to pay higher price. As I explained what I needed she was rude and very demeaning towards me. Not acceptable and will not return to Home Depot again after this service.

      Business Response

      Date: 07/03/2025

      Hello, 

      I would like to apologize for the poor experience you had renting at my store. We did offer to exchange the tool for the one you wanted but that did not work. At this time, we would offer to refund the difference in the tools due to the inconvenience that you had in this experience.  Please feel free to reach out to me at ************. My name is ******** *****, and you can ask for me or any manager to get this resolved for you. 

      Thank you, 

      ******** *****

    • Initial Complaint

      Date:07/01/2025

      Type:Service or Repair Issues
      Status:
      ResolvedMore info

      Complaint statuses

      Resolved:
      The complainant verified the issue was resolved to their satisfaction.
      Unresolved:
      The business responded to the dispute but failed to make a good faith effort to resolve it.
      Answered:
      The business addressed the issues within the complaint, but the consumer either a) did not accept the response, OR b) did not notify BBB as to their satisfaction.
      Unanswered:
      The business failed to respond to the dispute.
      Unpursuable:
      BBB is unable to locate the business.
      I purchased a dryer for my elderly mother. The purchase included installation and the haul away of the old appliance. The delivery/installation company did not have the correct parts so they left the new dryer and the old dryer in her utility room and this leaves no room for emergency personnel to get to my mother if they need to be called. The installation was scheduled two more times and each time the company has not shown up ( it is now 8 days since the delivery). Home Depot keeps telling me you are on the schedule for today and it is marked as urgent but no one shows up. This is endangerment and stressing out my elderly mother.

      Business Response

      Date: 07/09/2025

      July 9, 2025

      Sent Via Email
      Attn: Ms. ****** *****
      Customer Experience Specialist
      **********************
      Serving *************, ****** & *****************
      ********************************************
      *****************

      RE: ****** Parenteau/ BBB Case No. 23541250

      Dear Ms. **************** acknowledge the receipt of BBB Case No. 23541250.

      On behalf of The Home Depot, I apologize for any inconvenience our valued customer may have experienced regarding their purchase with our company.

      The Home Depot has reviewed this case and escalated the customer's concerns to our Online Executive Escalations team for prompt resolution. Our team contacted the customer, who confirmed that the ****************** was successfully completed on July 2, 2025. As a gesture of goodwill, we offered a partial refund to the original payment method, which the customer accepted.

      With that being said, The Home Depot considers this matter resolved.

      If any additional assistance is needed, please advise the customer to contact the agent who reached out to them (****** @ **************************). Please know that The Home Depots goal is to satisfy all our customers with the products and ******************** we provide. The Home Depot values its customers patronage and looks forward to servicing their future home improvement needs. Please contact me if you have any questions.


      Sincerely,

      ***** *.
      Executive Escalations
      The Home Depot -Customer Solutions
      P: ***********************
      F: ************
      Reference No.38852700

      Customer Answer

      Date: 07/11/2025

       
      Better Business Bureau:

      I have reviewed the response made by the business in reference to complaint ID ********, and find that this resolution is satisfactory to me.

      Sincerely,

      ****** Parenteau
    • Initial Complaint

      Date:06/30/2025

      Type:Delivery Issues
      Status:
      AnsweredMore info

      Complaint statuses

      Resolved:
      The complainant verified the issue was resolved to their satisfaction.
      Unresolved:
      The business responded to the dispute but failed to make a good faith effort to resolve it.
      Answered:
      The business addressed the issues within the complaint, but the consumer either a) did not accept the response, OR b) did not notify BBB as to their satisfaction.
      Unanswered:
      The business failed to respond to the dispute.
      Unpursuable:
      BBB is unable to locate the business.
      Order #: H8517-253382 I had sustained damage from the fridge delivery to my front door and the glass pane. I called into home depot and explained my issue on June 30th and after being transferred multiple times and being on the phone for 3 hours I was told that a supervisor would be calling me when I requested a case number. I recieved no call back and it is a frustrating experience. I was first told a full refund will be provided but then nothing. Homedepot is trying to avoid ownership. Then I was told I will be getting a call back from a supervisor named ******* but no callback after I was hung up on. I require compensation on the time wasted on the phone for 3 hours and a full refund on the fridge delivered.

      Business Response

      Date: 07/03/2025

      July 3, 2025

      Attn: ***************************************************** Specialist  
      Better Business Bureau  
      Serving *************, ****** & **********************;  
      *************************; 
      ****************** 900  
      **********************; 

      RE: ******** ****/BBB Complaint #********

      Dear Ms. *****, 

      We acknowledge the receipt of the Better Business Bureau Consumer Complaint #********

      On behalf of The Home Depot, I apologize for any inconvenience the customer may have experienced regarding their purchase with our company.  

      The Home Depot has reviewed this case and reached out to all parties involved. The Home Depot Online Escalation Team reached out to the customer to address their concerns. Mr. **** was apologized to for his experience and was provided with a gesture of goodwill for his appliance, a 5-year extended warranty, and a third-party insurance claim was processed for property damages. ******** will continue to work with the customer in processing his claim directly. No further action is needed.

      Please know that it is The Home Depots goal to satisfy all our customers with the products and ******************** that we provide. The Home Depot values its customers patronage and looks forward to servicing their future home improvement needs. Please contact me should you have any additional questions or concerns.  

      Sincerely,  

      Sha-***** *. submitted on behalf of ****** *.
      The Home Depot ************** Executive Escalations Team 
      Case: 38854604 ELT Case #********

    • Initial Complaint

      Date:06/30/2025

      Type:Service or Repair Issues
      Status:
      AnsweredMore info

      Complaint statuses

      Resolved:
      The complainant verified the issue was resolved to their satisfaction.
      Unresolved:
      The business responded to the dispute but failed to make a good faith effort to resolve it.
      Answered:
      The business addressed the issues within the complaint, but the consumer either a) did not accept the response, OR b) did not notify BBB as to their satisfaction.
      Unanswered:
      The business failed to respond to the dispute.
      Unpursuable:
      BBB is unable to locate the business.
      I just bought a refrigerator and it isnt working properly since it was ************ doesnt get cold enough in the freezer, ice cream is soft, it doesnt make ice. The refrigerator was delivered a week ago and I reported a problem on the 3rd day that it wasnt working properly.

      Business Response

      Date: 07/08/2025

      July 8, 2025
      Attn: ****** *****, Trade Practice Specialist 
      Better Business Bureau Serving *************,
      ****** & ** ************; 
      *************************************************************;     
      **********************;
      ******** ******/BBB Case 23540094

      Dear Ms. *************** acknowledge the receipt of the Better Business Bureau Consumer Complaint 23540094

      On behalf of The Home Depot, I apologize for any inconvenience our customer may have experienced regarding appliance.   

      The Home Depot has carefully reviewed and investigated this matter and offers the following in response to your concerns.

      We placed a new order #H6325-433334 delivery date of 07/25/2025.
      We did a no-cost order$109.88 number is OCN9235835

      Please know that it is The Home Depots goal to satisfy all our customers with the products and ******************** that we provide. The Home Depot values its customers patronage and looks forward to servicing their future home improvement needs. Please contact me if you have any questions.




      ***** Mitchell 
      The Home Depot - Customer Care 
      Resolution Expeditor- Executive Escalations 
      SF# ********

    • Initial Complaint

      Date:06/30/2025

      Type:Product Issues
      Status:
      AnsweredMore info

      Complaint statuses

      Resolved:
      The complainant verified the issue was resolved to their satisfaction.
      Unresolved:
      The business responded to the dispute but failed to make a good faith effort to resolve it.
      Answered:
      The business addressed the issues within the complaint, but the consumer either a) did not accept the response, OR b) did not notify BBB as to their satisfaction.
      Unanswered:
      The business failed to respond to the dispute.
      Unpursuable:
      BBB is unable to locate the business.
      Home Depot has imposed a return restriction on my account despite my full compliance with its published return policy. The company is allowing me to continue making purchases using my Home Depot store card but is unfairly preventing me from returning itemseven those well within the return window and accompanied by valid receipts. I was never notified of this restriction, and only discovered it upon attempting a return. Home Depots decision is arbitrary, uncommunicated, and in direct contradiction with its stated policy and fair consumer practice.Over the past 2 years, I made seven (7) return transactions to Home Depot. Each return was conducted within the return window, with valid receipts, and for legitimate reasons. All returns were processed and approved by Home Depot, as confirmed in the attached RAR (Retail Activity Report).In June 2025, I discoveredby attempting to return a qualifying itemthat a hold had been placed on my ability to make returns. This restriction was applied without any notice, explanation, or prior communication. Following a formal dispute letter, Home Depot responded by granting a one-time exception for a single return but refused to lift the broader restriction, without citing any specific violation on my part.I find this decision:Unjustified Home Depot failed to provide any evidence of policy abuse or misconduct.Discriminatory I am being allowed to make purchases but not returns, undermining the integrity of the return policy.Untransparent I was not informed of the restriction or given a chance to appeal it before it was enforced.Unfair I am being penalized for following the policy exactly as stated.Excessive a total of 7 returns over a period of 2 years does not indicate a pattern of policy abuse This treatment violates basic consumer rights, contradicts the companys own return policy, and reflects poorly on the transparency and fairness of Home Depots customer practices.

      Business Response

      Date: 07/09/2025

      July 9, 2025

      Attn: ***************************************** Specialist 
      ********************** 
      Serving *************, ****** & **********************; 
      *************************;
      ****************** 900 
      **********************; 


      RE: ***** ********/ BBB CASE # ********

      Dear Mrs. **************************** acknowledge receipt of your BBB notice dated July 1, 2025, regarding the number referenced above. 

      On behalf of The Home Depot, I apologize for any inconvenience experienced regarding the transaction with our company.

      The Online Resolutions Team collaborated with the customer and recommended they contact TRE directly for more information regarding the denial.

      With that being said, we consider this matter is closed, in our office.

      Please know that it is The Home Depots goal to satisfy all our customers with the products and ******************** that we provide. The Home Depot values its customers patronage and looks forward to servicing their future home improvement needs. Please contact me if you have any questions.
              
      Sincerely,  

      ***** J Duper
      Executive Escalations   
      Phone: *********************** 
      Fax: ************  
      SF #********
    • Initial Complaint

      Date:06/30/2025

      Type:Service or Repair Issues
      Status:
      AnsweredMore info

      Complaint statuses

      Resolved:
      The complainant verified the issue was resolved to their satisfaction.
      Unresolved:
      The business responded to the dispute but failed to make a good faith effort to resolve it.
      Answered:
      The business addressed the issues within the complaint, but the consumer either a) did not accept the response, OR b) did not notify BBB as to their satisfaction.
      Unanswered:
      The business failed to respond to the dispute.
      Unpursuable:
      BBB is unable to locate the business.
      Appointment made for ***** ******* to come to my home on 06/28/25 @ 4pm for a Security Door consultation/quote. This employee no showed. I not only contacted the store location, but also the office number and cell number provided on his business card to no available. Left a voicemail and no return call. I have since already had Home Depot's competitor ****** come out and I hired them for the job instead. Not only were they 100% reliable, they were on time and gave me a break on the price for Home Depot's wrong doing and poor customer **********************.

      Business Response

      Date: 07/02/2025

      July 2, 2025,

      Attn: ****** ****** Trade Practice Specialist
      Customer Experience Specialist  
      Better Business Bureau  
      Serving ************** ****** & **********************;  
      *************************; 
      ************ Suite 900  
      *****************

      RE: ***** *****/BBB Case #********

      Dear Ms. ******

      We acknowledge the receipt of the *************** Consumer Complaint #********

      On behalf of The Home Depot, we sincerely apologize for any inconvenience our valued customer may have experienced with their recent purchase.

      We contacted the customer and apologized for any inconvenience caused. After partnering with our store leadership team, we confirmed that an error occurred when the measurement appointment was initially set up.
      The store team attempted to follow up with the customer but was unable to reach them directly and left a voicemail explaining the situation. As a gesture of goodwill for the inconvenience, we processed a digital Home Depot gift card, which can be used either in-store or online.

      At this time, The Home Depot considers this matter resolved and closed.

      Please know that it is The Home Depots goal to satisfy all our customers with the products and ******************** that we provide. The Home Depot values its customers patronage and looks forward to servicing their future home improvement needs.


      Sincerely, 
      ******  J.
      Home Depot-Customer Care 
      Executive Escalations 
      SF Case #******** 

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