What the ReStore Accepts

Before donating, please review our guidelines to ensure your items can be accepted. We accept a wide range of new and gently used furniture, appliances, and building materials, provided they are free of rips, tears, stains, and come from a smoke and pet-free home.

All donations are assessed at the time of drop-off, and acceptance is determined by the Receiving Team at each location based on item condition and current store stock levels.


What we accept:

Yes, please:

Appliances: Washers, dryers, fridges, freezers, stoves, metal dishwashers, range hoods, air conditioning units, microwaves, small appliances.

Building Supplies: Lumber unpainted 4ft and longer. Plywood, panelling, MDF, OSB, drywall stamped 2011 or newer – (¼ sheet or more), blocks, bricks, paving, sand, cement (new/unopened), house wrap.

Cabinets: Countertops without holes, kitchen cabinets & islands with European hidden hinges. Bathroom & medicine cabinets. Full kitchen cabinet sets (European hidden hinges only)

Doors (Corporate Only): Interior, exterior, double-pane balcony, French, patio, storm, screen, and vintage doors.

Door Hardware: Door knobs, hinges, faceplates & hardware.

Electrical: Electrical boxes, light bulbs, wire, plate covers, outlet boxes, switches, plates, receptacles, conduit.

Electronics: TVs (LCD, Plasma, LED only) less than 10 years old, audio, computers, games consoles, projectors and accessories. CD’s, DVD’s, Blu-ray, albums, games.

Flooring: Laminate and hardwood flooring (100 sq/ft min, unopened), ceramic floor tiles, lino roll ends (30 sq/ft min, unused). Wall & decorative tiles, tile adhesive, moulding.

Furniture: Couches and love seats (except floral). Chairs, tables, dining sets, coffee tables, end tables, dressers, nightstands, bed frames, coat racks, hooks. File cabinets, office chairs, desks under 5ft long. No mattresses - thank you.

Garden and Outdoor: BBQs, garden tools, powered garden tools, outdoor seating & tables, awnings, watering cans, hoses, rain barrels, compost bins, plant pots.

Hardware: Packaged & loose screws, nails, nuts, bolts, fasteners. Cabinet handles & pulls, door knobs & hinges, house numbers, shelves, brackets, castors, wheels, hooks, ropes & straps.

Home Decor: Pictures, frames, curtain rails, hooks and accessories, mirrors in frames, housewares, china, kitchen accessories, ornaments, vacuums, sporting goods, pet supplies, area rugs, and collectables.

Lighting: Complete fixtures (no fluorescent), lamps, light bulbs (working), outdoor lights, shades

Miscellaneous Items: Books, CDs, DVDs, Video Games, Game Consoles, Vinyl Records, Bicycles, Lift Chairs.

Painting Accessories: No Paint. Brushes, rollers, trays, scrapers, abrasives, drop sheets. ​Wallpaper (new and 100 sq ft minimum).

Plumbing Fixtures (new & used): Vanities, shower bars, faucets, pipework min 2ft, pipe fittings, stainless steel sinks, bathroom accessories, clean low flow toilets, sinks, shower trays, fibreglass baths only in as new condition.

Seasonal: Holiday lights, any holiday décor.

Tools: Tool boxes, hand tools, power tools, table saws, drill presses, grinders, bench vices, safety gear, tarpaulins.

Windows (Corporate Only): Double-pane sealed vinyl units, vintage wood/stained glass, glass blocks, screens.

No, thank you:

Mattresses from private sources, box springs, pianos, clothing, baby items & children's toys, blinds, ceiling fans, flat panel, bi-fold or mirrored closet doors, paint from private sources, roofing materials, chemicals (cleaners, solvents, etc.), propane tanks, safety equipment, powder-actuated tools, weapons, or ammunition.

Infographic titled 'ReStore Donations 101' for Habitat for Humanity Victoria, detailing the donation process: 1. Clean home for unused items. 2. Clean items for resale. 3. Pack and load items (pickup via online form available). 4. Drive to nearest ReStore. 5. Unload with staff help. 6. Thank you message for supporting affordable housing in Greater Victoria.

Habitat for Humanity Victoria ReStores accepts donations of new and gently used furniture, appliances, home décor, building supplies and more, offering budget-oriented shopping while supporting our affordable homeownership program - a sustainable solution that benefits both our community and our environment!

Our Locations and hours

Victoria ReStore
721 Vanalman Ave, Victoria BC

 

Westshore ReStore
849 Orono Ave, Langford, B

 

Shopping Hours:
Tuesday through Saturday: 9:30am to 5:00pm
Sunday: 11:00am to 5:00pm

Donation Drop Off Hours:
Monday to Saturday: 9:30am to 5:00pm
Sunday: 11:00am to 5:00pm

Phone: 250.386.7867