Donating Materials
to ReStore

ReStore accepts new and used building-related materials from contractors, suppliers, individuals, businesses and property managers. Some materials are used directly in the construction of Habitat homes, but most are offered to the general public to purchase at reduced prices. Click here for our list of donors.

Step 1

When you have new materials or good, reusable materials to donate, call the Habitat office at (559) 237-7867. We will take a description of the materials as well as your contact information. Items must be in good condition and in 100% working order.

Step 2

ReStore personnel will be given information about your donation and they will survey current stock to determine need. You should receive a call from ReStore within 2-3 days. If we are able to use your donation at that time, a drop-off/pickup time will be scheduled. The actual pickup may take as long as two weeks. Due to the unpredictable nature of this enterprise, we may not be able to accommodate your donation right away, but we appreciate your patience.

Step 3

We prefer that donors include delivery of the materials to the store as part of their donation. This is the quickest way for us to process your donation. However, if you would like ReStore to pick up donated items, we will make arrangements with you well in advance of the pickup date. For the safest, most efficient pickups, please follow these guidelines:

  • Have all materials available on ground level (i.e. garage or driveway).
  • Please mark all items "ReStore".
  • Absolutely no hazardous materials.
  • We are unable to haul away trash.
As we are only able to accept reusable materials, our staff may have to decline some materials at the time of pickup. Please don't be angry or insulted by our screening process. Our goal is to parlay the proceeds of our sales into the construction of Habitat homes. If we take items we cannot sell, we end up simply being a storage facility or a repository for the dump.

Wanted:

  • Cabinets. Up-to-date and in good condition.
  • Plumbing. Usable fixtures, parts and supplies.
  • Electrical. Usable fixtures, parts and supplies.
  • Dual-pane windows. Damage free, no sashes accepted.
  • Hardware, knobs, hinges, locks, nails, cabinet pulls, nuts, bolts, and screws.
  • Lumber, at least 6' in length.
  • Doors with jambs. Glass must be damage free.
  • Roofing materials in large quantities. Scrap materials not accepted.
  • New Carpet. Stain and odor free.
  • Tools. Hand, garden, and power in working order.
  • Flooring. Wood, ceramic tile and vinyl.
  • Millwork/trim, wood casing and base, vinyl base, and ceramic.
  • Miscellaneous masonry, sheathing, siding, and drywall supplies.

Items ReStore cannot accept:

  • Window blinds.
  • Broken glass or mirrors.
  • Used carpet or padding.
  • Paint in any form, new or partially used, including oil based, latex, etc.
  • Any hazardous or toxic chemicals.
  • Wallpaper.

The list is subject to change. Please call (559) 237-7867 for more information.


Note: Habitat for Humanity Fresno County is a registered 501(C)(3)

non-profit organization. All contributions are tax deductible.


A receipt acknowledging your donation will be given to you at the time of the donation. Your donation is tax deductible, depending on your individual situation. Please consult a tax professional.


Green
Vocabulary

Sustainable development – Sustainable development meets the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs. 

The UN World Commission on Environment & Development.



Environmental
Initiative

Habitat’s Environmental Initiative promotes cost-effective, best-practice construction methods to its U.S. affiliates, raising awareness of the environmental impacts of house building. As a result, partner families may enjoy healthier, more energy-efficient and durable housing at the lowest possible cost. Over time the initiative has been integrated into Habitat’s standard education and training activities, so that affiliates are encouraged to be good house builders and good stewards of natural resources.