Lowe's Military Discount

[downsizingnow48]

Since Lowe's started the all-the-time, all-the-stuff 10% discount that is the only big store I go to. This morning I went to the two closest, chasing floor tile. Couple of things I noticed. Both now have designated veteran parking. A nice gesture I thought. Then inside, it used to be on checkout you just give a phone number and that plugs in the discount. This morning the lady asked for ID as well. She says there was rampant cheating, whereby a veteran would give their phone number to a bunch of other people so they could also get the 10% discount. Asking for ID ensures that you are the actual veteran. I guess that might have been predicted.

 

[EddieWalker]

All the vets working at my local Lowes are wearing camouflage vests so you can see who they are.

 

[check 6]

Not a problem, I don't mind showing my ID. My bank also has a veteran parking spot. A little late for us old guys but I am glad the country is finally showing some appreciation for those that served

 

[downsizingnow48]

Not a problem, I don't mind showing my ID. My bank also has a veteran parking spot. A little late for us old guys but I am glad the country is finally showing some appreciation for those that served

Yes exactly

 

[747driver]

Often wondered about that. I always show them my ID when I give them my phone number. I don't have a problem with that. Home Depot will just ask for your ID...glad they honor the ID everyday ! Yes...I have noticed that Lowes has reserved veteran parking. I park elsewhere as some other veteran may have a hard time walking to the store.

 

[Deere Dude]

You give a vet a break and then they ruin it for themselves and others. Yep, that's the military I know.

 

[Diggin It]

I haven't been doing the phone number thing, there or anywhere. Using the MyLowes card does it all in one step. I do not use the parking though. I'm able to walk fine, so I do.

 

[DHD]

Haven't had any veteran verification issues at my Lowes, I just tell them my phone number.
I rarely go to Home Depot anymore because I don't know what qualifies for a veterans 10% discount until I cash out. Too often I didn't get a discount at Home Depot.

 

[CADplans]

Too often I didn't get a discount at Home Depot.

NOTHING that has to be ordered qualifies for the discount at Home Depot,,,

Home Depot lost the sale of my Milwaukee 18V chain saw because of the "no online discount" policy,,,

I have been a Lowes regular since finding out about the discount,, over a year,, :cool2:

 

[Garandman]

I usually order online. Sent them an image,of,myDD214.

MA licenses also are designated “Veteran” if you,show them DD214 as well.

 

[Beltzington]

NOTHING that has to be ordered qualifies for the discount at Home Depot,,,

Home Depot lost the sale of my Milwaukee 18V chain saw because of the "no online discount" policy,,,

I have been a Lowes regular since finding out about the discount,, over a year,, :cool2:

At HD there are several exemptions to military discount such as on sale items, clearance items etc. However one of the service managers told me as long as the online item has a store SKU # you could order at the store and they could apply the military discount. I haven't tried this yet but sounded reasonable. Another thing I recently found out is if they lower the price on an item you can get the difference refunded if you take the receipt back within 30-days of purchase. I have used this option which is available to anyone.

I use our local HD much more often then Lowe's as their customer service is so much better.

 

[Beltzington]

All the vets working at my local Lowes are wearing camouflage vests so you can see who they are.

LOL

 

[fried1765]

Haven't had any veteran verification issues at my Lowes, I just tell them my phone number.
I rarely go to Home Depot anymore because I don't know what qualifies for a veterans 10% discount until I cash out. Too often I didn't get a discount at Home Depot.

^^^^^^ what he said!

 

[RalphVa]

I get 10% off with my Lowes card.

I love the military parking spots up close. Our store has 4 of them.

Ralph

 

[3Ts]

MA licenses also are designated 天eteran if you,show them DD214 as well.

So is Texas. There is one state that only has the letter "V" on it. I don't know how someone in another state would know it meant veteran.

 

[downsizingnow48]

California also puts a "veteran" designation on driver's licenses. Just have to provide a DD214. I got it. Not sure what benefit there is to it though.

 

[Tractor Seabee]

Often wondered about that. I always show them my ID when I give them my phone number. I don't have a problem with that. Home Depot will just ask for your ID...glad they honor the ID everyday ! Yes...I have noticed that Lowes has reserved veteran parking. I park elsewhere as some other veteran may have a hard time walking to the store.

Home Depot has the full time discount also but; it is not honored on discounted items, online purchases or special orders like Lowes does. Lowes is a lot closer so that is my preferred big box. HD carries stuff Lowes doesn't and vice-versus. I have a lot of RYOBI stuff as I used to live closer to a HD so hat takes me there from time to time. I am loyal to my Veteran discount merchants.

Ron

 

[bcp]

HD all-year discount is for active duty, retired, and disabled veterans.

Lowes all-year discount is for active duty, retired, disabled, and honorably discharged veterans.

Home Depot and Lowe's 10% Military Discount Policy - Year Round

Bruce

 

[Tractor Seabee]

HD all-year discount is for active duty, retired, and disabled veterans.

Lowes all-year discount is for active duty, retired, disabled, and honorably discharged veterans.

Home Depot and Lowe's 10% Military Discount Policy - Year Round

Bruce

Don't leave out the Reserves. They no longer have a different ID card, their's is the same as ACDU now. Now a reservist can rack upwards of 10-15+ years ACDU in a 30 year career.

Ron

 

[Diggin It]

If it isn't openly offered, I won't ask for it. I won't make a purchasing decision for or against a merchant based on it. I look for the best value overall, which may include paying more or driving further to get the best product for the task..