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Donation Acceptance Guidelines

All items will be evaluated at the time of donation based on the guidelines provided, salability, and overall safety. ReStore Associates reserve the right to decline donations that do not meet all standards.

Donate Items

Donation Guidelines

 Your new and gently used home improvement goods help fund affordable housing — and donating is easy! 
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​​Drop off donations at the ReStore or schedule a no-cost pickup.

​Items will be evaluated at the time of donation based on the guidelines provided, salability and safety. ReStore associates reserve the right to decline donations. Donations may be tax deductible.

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  • ▼ Appliances
    Yes, Please! Cooktop, freezer, oven, small appliances, stove/range, vent hood, dryer, washer 15 years old or newer. Electric appliances only. See drop-off hours and directions.🚚 Minimum quantity required to qualify for pickup service. We Need More Info Dishwasher, refrigerator. Must be newer than 2014 (Lead Water Act). Contact us. No, Thank You Gas appliances, water heaters, subzero freezers, commercial appliances, trash compactors, used disposals.
  • ▼ Books & Media
    Yes, Please! Books, cassettes, CDs, DVDs, records, video games, board games, puzzles. Drop off recommended. See hours and directions. We Need More Info Large quantity? Your donation may quality for our pick up service. Contact us. No, Thank You Magazines, encyclopedias, textbooks.
  • ▼ Building Materials
    Yes, Please! Sheet goods (minimum 4ft x 4ft), lumber/trim 6-12 ft, roofing new in packaging, insulation new in packaging, siding in original packaging. Free of nails/staples. See drop-off hours and directions.🚚 Minimum quantity required to qualify for pickup service. No, Thank You Used ceiling tiles, used lumber with nails/staples.
  • ▼ Cabinets & Countertops
    Yes, Please! Clean cabinets with all doors and drawers attached, free of nails. Countertops must be in good condition and straight sections 4 ft or longer with no cut outs. Countertops are not eligible for pick up without accompanying cabinets. See drop-off hours and directions. 🚚 Minimum quantity required to qualify for pickup service. No, Thank You Cabinets with smoke, mold or water damage. L or U shaped countertops, sink cut outs, stone counters without cabinets. Uninstallation Service The ReStore is proud to offer a no-cost service to uninstall kitchen and bathroom cabinets. 🔧Request an uninstall online or call 859.252.2224 ext 110.
  • ▼ Doors
    Yes, Please! Interior doors, residential exterior doors, closet doors. See drop-off hours and directions.🚚 Minimum quantity required to qualify for pickup service. We Need More Info Sliding patio doors, cabinet doors. Must include frame and may be size dependent. Cabinet doors without cabinets are drop off only. Contact us. No, Thank You Commercial doors, garage doors, shower doors.
  • ▼ Electronics
    Yes, Please! Must be in working condition, with cords and remotes. Flat screen TVs must be less than 5 yrs old. See drop-off hours and directions.🚚 Eligible for pickup service with other qualifying items or large quantities. No, Thank You Tube TVs, computers, laptops, exercise equipment, satellite/cable equipment, phones, printers. ♻️Disposal available at Fayette Co Electronics Recycling Center.
  • ▼ Flooring
    Yes, Please! Minimum of 100 square feet unused tile, laminate, linoleum, hard wood. Must be in packaging. Carpet must be brand-new and in rolls. Please provide the dimensions. Area rugs must be like new, free from stains, odors, and/or noticeable wear. See drop-off hours and directions. 🚚 Minimum quantity required to qualify for pickup service. No, Thank You Used flooring.
  • ▼ Furniture - Must be free of rips, stains, PET and SMOKE ODORS, and excessive wear!
    Yes, Please! Antiques, bedframes, chairs, chests, couches, curio cabinets, file cabinets, dressers, ottomans, patio furniture, shelving, sofas, tables. Must be free of rips, stains, and excessive wear; pet and smoke odors. See drop-off hours and directions. 🚚 Eligible for pickup service (some items cannot be picked up individually). We Need More Info Desks, wardrobes, entertainment centers, futons, game tables, fireplace/mantles, reclining sofas, curio cabinets and China cabinets. Must be 4ft or less. Manager reserves discretion for considering safety in moving and scheduling. Contact us. No, Thank You Armoires, baby furniture, box spring, cubicles, executive desks, mattresses, piano/organs, sleeper sofas. Furniture in need of repair or damaged.
  • ▼ Housewares & Décor
    Yes, Please! Artwork, artificial plants, décor, holiday decorations, kitchenware, tableware, lamps, mirrors (framed), rugs. See drop-off hours and directions. No, Thank You Baby items, unframed glass/mirrors, linens (bed/bath), toys, pet gates, Tupperware, used office supplies, corded curtains, corded blinds, valences, used candles, personalized items.
  • ▼ HVAC
    Yes, Please! AC window units, fireplace inserts, ducting and vents, furnaces, heaters. Must be in complete working order, electric appliances only. See drop-off hours and directions.🚚 Minimum quantity required to qualify for pickup service. No, Thank You Items older than 10 years, gas units, central air units.
  • ▼ Lawn & Garden
    Yes, Please! Patio furniture/décor, gardening supplies, lawn mowers, grills. Fuel must be removed. Soil and fertilizers must be unopened. See drop-off hours and directions.🚚 Minimum quantity required to qualify for pickup service. We Need More Info Fencing, deck materials, bricks and pavers in resalable condition (free of dirt and excess concrete). Contact us. No, Thank You Propane tanks, hot tubs, swing sets, play structures, ladders, liquid chemicals. View disposal instructions and LFUCG household hazardous waste collection events.
  • ▼ Lighting & Ceiling Fans
    Yes, Please! Residential fixtures in working condition, unopened LED bulbs, ceiling fans (new-in-box or fully assembled). See drop-off hours and directions.🚚 Minimum quantity required to qualify for pickup service. No, Thank You Used light bulbs, commercial fixtures, fluorescent bulbs or fixtures, track lighting, unassembled ceiling fans.
  • ▼ Miscellaneous
    Yes, Please! Suitcases, grandfather clocks, holiday décor. Christmas trees must be in box. Drop off recommended for small items. See drop-off hours and directions. No, Thank You Medical equipment, sports/exercise equipment, bikes, baby items, pet items, cleaning supplies and other chemicals. ♻️Disposal available at Fayette Co Hazardous Household Waste Collection events.
  • ▼ Paint
    Yes, Please! Latex paint, wood stain. Cans should be free of rust, never frozen, and in their original container. See drop-off hours and directions. No, Thank You Oil based paint. ♻️Disposal available at Fayette Co Hazardous Household Waste Collection events.
  • ▼ Plumbing
    Yes, Please! Pedestal sinks, vanity sinks, clean PVC (minimum 4ft). Toilets must be sanitized, low flow, new and in packaging or newer than 2014. See drop-off hours and directions. We Need More Info Bathtubs, shower inserts, faucets, cast iron claw foot tubs and sinks, dishwashers. Contact us. No, Thank You Used shower doors, vanity tops over 36in without base, cast iron tub inserts.
  • ▼ Tools
    Yes, Please! Hand and power tools with all parts and in working condition, yard tools, bench tools, sorted hardware. Fuel must be removed. See drop-off hours and directions.🚚 Eligible for pickup service with other qualifying items or large quantities. No, Thank You Tools in poor condition, missing parts or batteries, ladders/scaffolding, safety and protective equipment (PPE).
  • ▼ Windows
    Yes, Please! Windows must be in frame and installation ready, shutters. See drop-off hours and directions.🚚 Minimum quantity required to qualify for pickup service. No, Thank You Broken/cracked windows, broken/cracked frames, fogged windows, corded blinds, valances, window sashes, storm windows or screens without the main window.
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No-Cost Pickup Service 
We offer free pickup at your home or business for qualifying donations.*

Schedule a pickup online or email donations@lexhabitat.org. For questions call 859-254-6724.
*Photos required

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Drop Off Donations
Lexington Habitat ReStore
451 Southland Drive
Lexington, KY 40503

Drop Off Hours:
Wednesday - Saturday

9:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

ReStore staff will unload and provide a donation receipt. If you have a large load (more than what can fit inside a personal vehicle), please give us advance notice of your drop off donation at

donations@lexhabitat.org or
859-252-2224, ext. 151.

 

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Deconstruction
Our trained and fully insured staff may be able to carefully remove items you would like to donate, such as kitchen cabinets and countertops, from your home.

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