Who we are - the ReStore

Marquette County Habitat for Humanity ReStore is a nonprofit home improvement store and donation center that sells new and gently used furniture, home accessories, building materials, and appliances to the public at a fraction of the retail price.  All proceeds are used to fund our housing programs - affordable new construction, home repairs and ramps. When you shop, donate or volunteer at the ReStore you are directly helping your friends and neighbors in Marquette County.

Location: 133 Carmen Dr, Marquette, MI 49855  Phone: (906) 249-4416  Hours: Monday-Friday 11-5pm, Saturday 11-4

Habitat for Humanity ReStore in Marquette, Michigan

We will accept the following merchandise, in good condition, by appointment or scheduled pick up. Please call the ReStore if your item is not on this list but may be one that we could use. All donations subject to space availability. The ReStore Manager has the discretion to refuse any item that may not be in saleable condition. 

Appliance:  In good working order. Washing machines & dishwashers that have not been on well water.

Architectural:  Columns, antiques, windows, mantelpieces, etc.  

Cabinets:  Individual pieces or full sets, kitchen or bathroom.  Must have all doors and drawers.

Countertops:   Minimal chips or water damage  

Flooring:  Useable quantities only

  • Carpet – no visible wear and tear, and no stains or odors  
  • Hardwood/parquet flooring- Must be free of rot.  
  • Vinyl tile, sheet vinyl and linoleum- new only  
  • Ceramic tile – new only

 Doors:

  • Pre-hung or door slabs
  • Exterior or interior- No rot, cracks or missing panes
  • Entryway units
  • Sliding glass- must have all tracking, no cracked or foggy glass

Electrical:  Must be in useable condition.

Hardware:  Complete sets of door hardware, hinges, etc.  Any quantity of nails, screws, etc.  No rust.  

Plumbing:

  • Sinks-  All types of kitchen and bathroom sinks (no rust) 
  • Shower enclosure- All components 
  • Faucets- unused, still in the box only. 
  • Miscellaneous plumbing hardware 
  • Toilet- Very clean and in good working condition, white only & not on well water.
  • NO Hot water heaters

Lumber:

  • Dimensional- 4 ft. lengths or longer, treated or untreated 
  • Sheet goods- 1/2 sheets or larger of particle board, pressboard plywood, paneling, etc.  
  • Trim and molding- 4 ft. lengths or longer 

Lighting:  Complete and in working order. No fluorescent bulbs or fixtures.

Storm Doors:  Complete, with all screens, and tracking or framing 

Windows:

  • Double hung –  complete units with all sashes, no rot or cracks
  • Casement –  thermal pane only, no single pane
  • Metal and wood screens 

Roofing Materials:  New shingles, rolls of roofing material 

Gutters:  Full pieces with no rust or damage

Drywall:  Full or half sheets 

Vents:  (Clean) – Floor, Ceiling, Return 

Miscellaneous:

  • Shutters (interior and exterior)
  • Hand and Power Tools
  • Wood furniture
  • Ceiling fans (complete)
  • New insulation
  • Framed mirrors
  • Household  items
  • Pipe/PVC/metal/copper – 4 ft. lengths or longer 
  • Yard tools (no electric)
  • Lawn mowers & snow blowers

Items we do not take: paint, stain, chemicals of any kind, appliances or toilets on well water. Fabric furnishings with tears, stains, or from homes with pets or smokers. Televisions and computers. All donations must be in good, gently used condition.    

 

We accept donations by appointment only. Please call the ReStore to schedule your donation drop off. Pick up can be scheduled if you are unable to drop off your items.  The items must be on our acceptable list of donations or approved by the ReStore Manager.

YES! Anyone and everyone can donate, shop and volunteer at the ReStore!  

No, but we use a systematic mark down program that discounts most items 15% or more each month. Please note that not all items are part of the monthly “mark down.”

Brand new items are priced 50% OFF of retail value, other items, depending on condition, are priced between 50% – 90% off retail value.

We receive donations and update our inventory daily. Prior to putting items out on the sales floor our staff and volunteers clean, check for usability and sometimes refinish pieces. Be sure to stop in often at the ReStore – you never know what you will find! Or follow us on Facebook to see what’s new.

No. Proceeds from materials sold in the ReStore support our housing programs – affordable new construction, home repairs and ramps.

Yes!  Our ReStore is part of Habitat for Humanity and a 501(c) 3 not-for-profit organization. All donations can receive a potential tax deduction.

All sales at the ReStore are final.  The only exception is with appliances. Appliances have a 7 day return policy. Beyond that, we do not accept returns.

No. We cannot place a value on any donations for tax purposes. This is the responsibility of the donor.

Volunteers play a vital role in donation intake, donation pick-ups, stocking shelves, pricing items, assisting customers, cleaning and so much more!  We simply could not survive without the dedication and commitment of our volunteers. We also have several wonderful full-time and part-time employees at the ReStore. 

No. Each ReStore is individually operated by the Habitat for Humanity affiliate office in that area. This means they do not all carry the same items, prices, policies, hours, etc.

It’s easy!  Simply fill out our Volunteer Application & Waiver form and return it to our Volunteer Coordinator. A ReStore volunteer’s primary responsibility is greeting customers that visit or call, answering questions and providing information about the ReStore and our Habitat affiliate. Volunteers can also sort, clean and repair donated items as well as schedule donor pick ups.

For more information, please call the ReStore.