How To Donate To The ReStore

Don’t Dump It, Donate It and Deduct it!

The ReStore is happy to accept your new and gently used tax-deductible donations, SEVEN days a week! You can drop off your items at our ReStore Warehouse location, at 170 Aprill Dr. in Ann Arbor or contact Vic Whipple at (734) 323-7028 to arrange a pick-up. Don’t forget to fill out your tax donation form!

The ReStore is Ann Arbor’s  Electronics Recycle Center!

We will recycle your used laptops, monitors, cellphones, TV’s, stereo equipment and PDA’s.

The ReStore is currently accepting the following:

  • Appliances: In working order, including: ranges (top and free-standing); ovens (free-standing); washer/dryers; water heaters; refrigerators/freezers; range hoods; and microwave ovens.
  • Architectural Items: Columns, mantelpieces, cabinets/counter-tops (including individual pieces or full cabinet sets) for kitchen and bath.  Must have all doors and hardware.  Counter-tops should be in good condition with minimal chips or scraps.
  • Flooring: Carpets and carpet padding (excellent condition with no visible wear, stains or odors); hardwood/parquet flooring (free of rot and in usable condition); and vinyl, sheet vinyl, linoleum, and ceramic tile (new or nearly new).
  • Doors: Pre-hung or door slabs; exterior or interior without rot, cracks or missing panes/panels; entryway units; and sliding glass (must have all tracking, no cracked or fogged glass).
  • Electrical: Prefer residential only, wire (50’ or more), switches, and outlets.
  • Hardware: Complete sets of door hardware; and hinges, nails, screws, hangers, and connectors.
  • Paint/Stain/Finishes: New in unopened cans.
  • Plumbing: Sinks (all types for kitchen and bath with minimal staining, cracks and chips); bathtubs (fiberglass, cast iron or steel with minimal staining and chips); shower enclosures (must have all components); faucets (complete sets only); pipe/PVC/metal/copper (minimum of 6 ft. length); pipe supplies and fittings; and commodes (clean and in good working order).
  • Lumber: Dimensional (treated or untreated, minimum of 6 ft. lengths); sheet goods (1/2 sheet or larger); particle board,  press board, plywood, and paneling; and trim and molding (minimum of 6 ft. length).
  • Lighting: Clean with all components in good working order.
  • Storm Doors and Windows: Must have all tracks and framing.
  • Windows: Double hung and double pane only (picture, bay, etc.) and must have all sashes, no rot, cracks, or fogged glass; metal screens in good working condition; and wood screens in good working condition.
  • Roofing Materials/Gutters: New shingles (full bundles); rolled roofing materials; and gutters (full lengths, no rust or damage, include all fittings).
  • Furniture: Good condition, no rips, tears, broken parts, or odors.
  • Miscellaneous: Wallpaper (full rolls); shutters (interior and exterior); HVAC units, AC units (window and central, less than 5 years old); hand and power tools; free-standing wood stoves; thermostats; household/kitchen items (dishes, glasses); fans; insulation (new only); mirrors (framed preferred).
  • Tools: Power and hand tools in good working order.
  • Outdoor lawn and sports equipment: Lawnmowers, snow blowers, tents, camp stoves, ping-pong tables, etc.
  • Antiques: Furniture, tools, appliances…on approval only.

The ReStore Does NOT Accept:

  • Mattresses/Box Springs
  • Food Items
  • Clothing
  • Any Baby/Infant materials (High Chairs, Cribs, etc.)

Thank you for supporting the Habitat ReStore! Please be aware that the ReStore reserves the right to refuse any donation item that is not suitable for resale. Thank you for your understanding!

Would you like to donate an item? Please fill out a form below!

ReStore 170 Aprill Dr. Ann Arbor, MI 48103 | 734-822-1530 | Mon-Sat 10am-6pm Sun 11am-3pm