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Frontline associates providing essential supplies and support as Lowe’s offers critical relief to affected communities Lowe’s announced it will donate $1 million to continue to support relief and recovery efforts across Maui after deadly wildfires caused catastrophic destruction to homes and businesses on the island. The donation will assist Lowe’s disaster relief partners including the Read more

Lowe’s announced it will donate $1 million to continue to support relief and recovery efforts across Maui after deadly wildfires caused catastrophic destruction to homes and businesses on the island. The donation will assist Lowe’s disaster relief partners including the American Red Cross and Lowe’s nonprofit Pro customers, helping these organizations provide food, emergency shelter, relief supplies and comfort to those affected by the wildfires.

“The scope of the devastation in Maui is heartbreaking. We continue to send our thoughts and prayers to the people of Hawaii who have lost loved ones, have been displaced and all who have been impacted by this tragedy, including our associates,” said Marvin Ellison, Lowe’s chairman and CEO. “We are grateful for the tireless efforts of first responders and community members who have been on the ground helping since last week, and we will continue standing by them and our frontline associate to support the recovery of our neighbors, friends and family on the island.”

A woman digs through rubble of a home destroyed by a wildfire in Lahaina, Hawaii. (AP Photo/Rick Bowmer)

In immediate response to the wildfires, associates from Lowe’s of Kahului in Maui assisted local police, fire department and community members with donations of water, propane, barbecue grills, popup tents, tarps and many other essential supplies to help residents. Lowe’s Emergency Command Center continues to expedite generators and additional emergency supplies to assist with immediate needs and support long-term recovery.

Lowe’s Command Center has also deployed a 20-person Emergency Response Team to Lowe’s store in Kahului to help with recovery efforts over the next two weeks. These specially trained store associates and district leaders are voluntarily leaving their home stores from Oahu and the Big Island to provide additional customer and associate support.

The company is also expanding financial assistance provided to associates through the Lowe’s Employee Relief Fund. Lowe’s is doubling the company’s match, contributing $2 for every dollar an employee donates. Additionally, Lowe’s has provided hotels for displaced store associates and meals for all associates and their families in Kahului. The store in Kahului is also hiring additional associates to support ongoing community needs and help Maui rebuild. Anyone who is interested can go to joinlowes.com to apply.

Individuals can team with Lowe’s and the American Red Cross to provide assistance by donating at Lowe’s American Red Cross Online Donation Site. Visit Lowe’s Newsroom for updates on Lowe’s relief efforts and continued community support.

Lowe’s Will Offer a Full Range of Klein Tools Products, Serving More Trades than Ever Before Lowe’s and Klein Tools, an American tool manufacturer since 1857, announced a partnership that will bring a significant presence for the iconic tool brand to the electrical and tool departments at Lowe’s. As a result, Lowe’s will offer the Read more

Lowe’s Will Offer a Full Range of Klein Tools Products, Serving More Trades than Ever Before

Lowe’s and Klein Tools, an American tool manufacturer since 1857, announced a partnership that will bring a significant presence for the iconic tool brand to the electrical and tool departments at Lowe’s. As a result, Lowe’s will offer the widest selection of Klein Tools products anywhere in the home improvement retail channel.

Klein Tools products will be available in Lowe’s stores and on Lowes.com in the second half of 2023, with premium store placement across multiple product categories. Lowe’s initial selection of Klein Tools products will include hand tools, electrical test and measurement tools, followed by a multi-year rollout of new product innovations.

“As the number one hand tool brand among electrical and HVAC professionals, Klein Tools strengthens our Pro brand and product lineup, and delivers immediate credibility across all trades,” said Bill Boltz, Lowe’s executive vice president of merchandising. “The addition of Klein will help drive excitement and traffic among Pro customers looking for market-tested innovation from a brand they trust.”

“Klein Tools is committed to serving professionals across the trades,” said Thomas Klein Jr., Klein Tools President, and COO. “This partnership with Lowe’s enables us to serve Pros with our wide array of products, including innovative new products designed to make work on the job easier, safer and more efficient.”

Rising labor costs and a general shortage of skilled labor affect Pros’ ability to manage their workload. Although Pros are more likely to consider labor challenges minor, Lowe’s State of the Pro report shows that they still expect these challenges to persist in coming months – especially with 74% of Pros agreeing that they rely Read more

Rising labor costs and a general shortage of skilled labor affect Pros’ ability to manage their workload. Although Pros are more likely to consider labor challenges minor, Lowe’s State of the Pro report shows that they still expect these challenges to persist in coming months – especially with 74% of Pros agreeing that they rely on their team more than ever before. Read more about what Pros are doing to retain their crew and attract new talent here.

Homeowners expect Pros to be responsive and honest in their communication throughout the project lifecycle, which increases the likelihood of repeat business. Based on findings from Lowe’s State of the Pro report, homeowners value communication of timelines and costs, business policies and other expectations upfront. Learn more about customer expectations here Read more

Homeowners expect Pros to be responsive and honest in their communication throughout the project lifecycle, which increases the likelihood of repeat business. Based on findings from Lowe’s State of the Pro report, homeowners value communication of timelines and costs, business policies and other expectations upfront. Learn more about customer expectations here.

While skill-level is important, customers are considering other traits before hiring and recommending Pros.  Lowe’s State of the Pro report found that homeowners are nearly twice as likely to use personal recommendations or referrals (84%) than external recommendations or referrals (48%). Learn more about strengthening your relationship with customers here Read more

While skill-level is important, customers are considering other traits before hiring and recommending Pros.  Lowe’s State of the Pro report found that homeowners are nearly twice as likely to use personal recommendations or referrals (84%) than external recommendations or referrals (48%). Learn more about strengthening your relationship with customers here.