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How rental ‘libraries of things’ have become the new way to save money
(www.theguardian.com)
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this post was submitted on 06 May 2024
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They pay a subscription for this... Home Depot and Lowes have similar programs that only require a deposit when you borrow the tool, which is refunded when you return the tool. And it's not even a super expensive deposit. But it is only tools.
Rent-a-Center is still a better service, since you could eventually own the thing.
The idea is nice, but the cost is ridiculous.
Home Depot and Lowe's charge you out the ass for tool rentals...what are you talking about
It only cost me $50, which I got back, to rent a table saw for a day. The big machines, like a backhoe, are expensive. The smaller tools ain't shit; most are under $50 for a day.
Huh? You’re getting your money back? I’ve rented things from Home Depot and there’s a security deposit you get back, but you still pay to actually rent the tool.
Home Depot would prolly go outta business in that case heh
Agreed w/checking the receipts per the other commenter
I think you're mistaken...they refund security deposits, but there is a separate fee that scales with how long you keep the equipment. Maybe go back and check your receipts