Home Depot Forced to Address Rumors Company Will Start Charging to Park Your Car

Home Depot lovers, rejoice!

The popular home improvement retailer has finally put the rumors to rest about whether or not customers will have to start paying for parking.

The rumors began after a site called Pro Tool Reviews claimed that Home Depot would be charging a parking lot fee to combat inflation. Turns out, the article was nothing more than an April Fool’s joke.

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"This was an April Fool’s joke that Pro Tool Reviews posted without our knowledge," a rep for Home Depot told Today on April 4. "We do not charge parking lot fees and don’t plan to."

It’s not entirely surprising that customers fell for the ruse. After all, Pro Tool Reviews detailed an entire payment plan.

“The parking fee structure will reportedly vary by location, ranging from $2 for up to two hours in central Florida to $5 for a full day of parking in Los Angeles,” the article detailed.

“There are several ways to avoid paying for parking. For example, shoppers who spend over $250 in a single visit will receive an in-store credit for parking,” the article continued. “Also, those enrolled in The Home Depot Pro Xtra loyalty program will enjoy free parking if they spend more than $1,000 in the calendar year.”

Pro Tool Reviews even went so far as to release a fake statement from Home Depot regarding the changes.

“Inflation has hit us hard, from supply chain costs to labor shortages,” the false press release read. “By implementing a modest parking fee, we can avoid passing these costs directly onto our customers through higher prices on lumber, tools, and gardening supplies.”

Considering Home Depot has 2,347 across the U.S., Canada, and Mexico, it’s safe to say consumers will rest easy knowing they don’t have to pay to park.