Frequently Asked Questions about the Restore

 

 

The Habitat ReStore is one of six Habitat ReStores in New Zealand. Through the sales of donated building materials the Habitat ReStore contributes enough funds for two Habitat for Humanity Greater Auckland homes a year. Through donations from businesses and individuals, the Habitat ReStore diverts large amounts of reusable materials from landfills and provides materials to the public at low prices.

 

Is the Habitat ReStore open to the public?
 

Yes!  Anyone is welcome to shop at the Habitat ReStore. Store hours are 8:30 am - 5:00 pm, Monday – Friday, 9.00 am – 2.00 pm Saturday.

 

What does the Habitat ReStore sell?
 

Sales items may consist of but are not limited to: clothing, carpet, furniture, furnishings,  beds, couches, cabinets, lighting and plumbing fixtures, hardware, roofing, tools, doors, timber, flooring, windows, appliances, fridges, stoves and cook tops, TV’s, Bric a Brac,. Check back often, our inventory changes frequently!

 

How are the items priced at the Habitat ReStore?
 

Materials are sold to the public at 50 - 90% off the retail price.

 
Where do items come from?
 

The Habitat ReStore accepts new and used materials from builders, suppliers, individuals, and businesses.

 

How often do you get new merchandise?
 

Our inventory changes often - we are receiving new items weekly, if not daily.

 

What donations CAN the Habitat ReStore accept?

 

    * Clothes, clean and useable

    * Appliances - less than 10 years old and in 100% working condition

    * General household items

    * Electrical, usable fixtures, parts and supplies

    * Furnishings and Linen   

    * Furniture and office equipment

    * Plumbing, usable fixtures, parts and supplies

    * Electrical, usable fixtures, parts and supplies

    * Windows, insulated glass, no broken glass, no sashes accepted

    * Hardware, knobs, hinges, locks, nails, handles, nuts, bolts, screws

    * Timber, at least 2m in length

    * Doors with jambs No broken glass

    * Roofing, no scrap materials please!

    * Carpet, in clean condition, no stains or odors

    * Tools, hand, garden, working power

    * Flooring, wood, ceramic tile, vinyl

    * Miscellaneous, masonry, sheathing, weatherboard, gib board supplies

    * Shelving and racking       

    * Office supplies    

 

What donations can the Habitat ReStore NOT accept?
 

The Habitat ReStore CANNOT accept:

 

    * damaged or dirty goods of any kind

    * broken glass or mirrors

    * partial cans of paint

    * paint thinner or other hazardous or toxic chemicals

    * wallpaper

   

 How do I go about donating an item?

 

If you have good, reusable or new materials, give us a call at (09) 271 3358.  
 
Will you pick items up?
 

It is a possibility, but due to our limited pick up schedule we prefer to have materials dropped off at a scheduled time.

 

How can my business get involved?
 

There are many ways local businesses can contribute: financial donations, equipment donations, sponsor a special event for the Habitat ReStore, place an ad for or with the Habitat ReStore, volunteer at the Habitat ReStore, donate materials to the Habitat ReStore, or shop at the Habitat ReStore.

 

How can I help?
 

The Habitat ReStore is always looking for volunteers to help with stocking shelves, picking up donations, and general store upkeep.  Thank you!