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ReStore Donation Guidelines
We can only accept items that are in good condition, in full working order, and have a high chance of being sold. Exceptions may be made by drivers, receiving, and management. Some items that may otherwise be stated as acceptable—especially new, packaged, and unopened goods—may be denied due to current store needs. Goods that may be unsafe for employees and volunteers to handle may also be denied.
If you have a donation of large building materials, please call (719) 667-0840 to verify which store has the capacity to accept your donation.
Donation pick-ups must be ready in a garage or outside of your home for our driver’s safety.
Please review the guidelines below to see if your item is something our shoppers will love.
Note – Our porcelain recycling program has been terminated.
Appliances
Cooktop, dishwasher, freezer, washer/dryer combo, washer, dryer, oven, microwave, refrigerator, vent hoods, stove/range, trash compactor.
We charge a $30 processing fee for all Freon-operated appliances.
We don’t accept commercial appliances, garbage disposals, dehumidifiers, or household vacuum cleaners.
Cabinets
Cabinet sets that are complete with doors, drawers, and shelves. Vanity (cabinetry, top, sink), medicine cabinets. Hardware is unnecessary but appreciated!
Cabinets cannot be painted, water damaged, broken, or missing doors, drawers, and shelves.
Countertops
We accept countertops in good condition and straight pieces over four (4) feet.
Counters cannot be banjo-style or have excessive markings, stains, chips, water damage, or sink cutouts.
Doors
We accept exterior, interior, storm and security doors. Doors must be in good condition without holes from screws, nails, tacks, stickers, and hooks. Patio doors must be complete, seals must be intact, and frames must be free of hail damage. Doors must also be under eight (8) feet in height and unpainted.
We cannot accept personally hung mirrored doors, firerated, painted, water-damaged, glass/shower, or cut doors.
Electrical/Electronics
We accept wiring, plugs, plates, breakers, and conduits.
We cannot accept batteries, TVs, computers, printers, exercise equipment, fluorescent light bulbs, fluorescent light fixtures, or used light bulbs.
Flooring
We accept new rugs, new rolled carpets (10’x12′ maximum), new hardwood bundles, new laminate flooring, and new tile flooring (minimum of 50 sq ft.) Mosaic tile can be donated in any quantity.
We cannot accept used carpets or rugs, used flooring or scraps, or open bags of grout or cement.
Furniture
We can accept art/décor, baker’s rack, complete bed frames, benches, bookcases, chests/trunks, chairs (with all stability pieces), coffee tables, couches/sofas (excluding hide-a-beds or sleeper sofas), student desks (four feet long or less), dining/kitchen tables, dressers, file cabinets, upholstered futons, loveseats, framed mirrors, nightstands, ottomans, clean patio/outdoor furniture, recliners/rockers, side/end tables, and wardrobes.
We cannot accept bedding, mattresses, box springs, waterbeds/accessories, baby furniture/gates/cribs, China hutches, entertainment centers, hutches, TV cabinets, TV armoires, loose glass for tables/desks, conference tables, office desks, hide-a-beds, sleeper sofas, or any furniture that is incomplete, damaged, or has a foul/pungent odor, pet fur, rips, or that is in generally poor condition.
Hardware and Tools
We accept many kinds of hardware and fasteners, and all handheld and electric tools. We ask that you please inform us of any broken or unusable tools so they may be appropriately recycled. Power tools must be empty of any oil or gas.
We cannot accept medical equipment.
Heating, Cooling, and HVAC
We can accept a variety of heating, cooling, and HVAC materials at our ReStores, including window AC units (subject to a $30 Freon fee), ducting and vents in good condition, space heaters that are operational, water heaters that function properly, and fireplaces (limited to electric and wood burning models only).
We cannot accept water softeners.
Insulation
We accept new rolled or sheet insulation, insulation batts, blow-in insulation, and rigid insulation.
We cannot accept unbagged insulation.
Lawn and Garden
We can accept a variety of lawn and garden items including sprinklers and irrigation systems, gardening tools and supplies, grills (charcoal and electric types, with gas grills possibly accepted without propane tanks), fencing materials, edging, pavers and cinder blocks for landscaping projects, lawn mowers and trimmers in working condition, bricks, retaining wall blocks, and flagstone.
We cannot accept small rock, pea gravel, or river rock in containers larger than five gallons.
Lighting
We can accept various lighting products including lamps of all styles and sizes, ceiling fans in working condition, ballasts, new light bulbs still in packaging, light fixtures for indoor and outdoor use, and chandeliers in good working order.
We cannot accept fluorescent light bulbs, fluorescent light fixtures, or used light bulbs.
Lumber and Trim
We can accept lumber and trim in lengths of four (4) feet or greater, in good condition, unwarped, free of water damage, free of all nails, screws, and adhesives.
We cannot accept wood that is warped or water-damaged, less than four feet, or with nails, screws, or other adhesives attached.
Plumbing
We accept plumbing fixtures free of water damage, cracks, and mold, including new bathtubs, sinks, working garbage disposals, shower pans, vanities, bath hardware, and new shower doors. For toilets, we only accept clean, working low-flow models (1.6 GPF or less) with intact seats and no wax rings.
We cannot accept fiberglass plumbing fixtures, plumbing fixtures and supplies with cracks, water damage, or mold, or water softeners.
Roofing and Sheet Goods
We can accept a variety of sheet goods and roofing materials at our ReStores, including drywall and plywood that measures 4×4 feet or greater, siding in good condition, various roofing materials, rolled roofing, tar paper, roofing membrane, and shingles (when donated by the bundle).
If you have other roofing materials or sheet goods that do not fit into this criteria, or have questions, please call (719) 667-0840.
Textile Donations
The ReStores now accept textile (clothing and shoes) donations! These are recycled rather than resold in our stores.
We ask donors to place gently used clothing (no underwear, please) and shoes in a plastic bag, and leave in one of the bins in our donation area.
Windows
We can accept various window-related items at our ReStores, including curtain rods in good condition, metal awnings that are intact and functional, and windows with vinyl or Fibrex frames that don’t have broken seals, damage, or other issues.
We cannot accept any windows damaged by hail or with broken seals, valances, window coverings, blinds, curtains, wood and plastic awnings, broken windows, unframed windows, mirrors, glass, and wood/aluminum-clad, metal-framed, or single-pane windows.
We Will Recycle!
We accept all metal items for recycling, including copper, metal sinks, tubs, doors, wiring, rusted hand tools, and metal hardware. We simply ask that you inform our associates if your metal-based merchandise is intended for recycling, and ensure all recyclable materials are free of chemicals. This helps us process your donation efficiently and responsibly.
We cannot accept metal items contaminated with chemicals or hazardous materials. Additionally, we do not accept spray-can paints, industrial paints, tints, resins, paint thinners, solvents, cleaners, wood treatments, wood preservatives, spackle, or quantities exceeding 10 liquid gallons of paint per customer per day.
Schedule a Donation Pickup
Changing Lives, One Donation at A Time
The Pikes Peak Habitat ReStores offer two convenient pickup options for your donations, ensuring flexibility and accessibility for all donors. Before scheduling, we recommend reviewing our acceptable donation guidelines to ensure your items meet the criteria for collection. Our dedicated team is committed to making your donation experience as seamless as possible, providing options that accommodate various scheduling needs and donation types while supporting our mission to build homes, communities, and hope.
Donation Center Locations
The Tutt ReStore – Northeast Location
Our Northeast Location, at 6250 Tutt Blvd., Colorado Springs, CO 80923, offers a spacious shopping environment with ample parking and a wide selection of high-quality home improvement items, furniture, and building materials.
This location serves residents in the northeastern neighborhoods of Colorado Springs, offering easy access from Powers Boulevard and providing a convenient donation and shopping destination for supporters in this growing area of our community.
Downtown ReStore – South Location
The South Location, located at 411 S. Wahsatch Avenue, Colorado Springs, CO 80903, is centrally positioned to serve downtown Colorado Springs and its surrounding neighborhoods. This store features a diverse inventory of donated items in a historic building, making it an ideal destination for those seeking unique home furnishings and renovation supplies.
With its central location, this ReStore location is accessible to residents throughout the heart of Colorado Springs and provides essential support to our homebuilding programs.