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Makalah Wright is a writer for the Daily Dot. She has written articles for various publications based on mental health, relationships, and Gen Z-related topics. She is currently a senior at the University of West Georgia, where she studies public relations and music. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with loved ones, shopping, traveling to new places, and playing the clarinet.

Makalah Wright

3 Panel Image, DeWalt Logo, Home Depot Logo, and a Man wearing a blue Hat and glasses

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‘That’s not the only thing that’s gonna change in price today’: Customer catches Home Depot and DeWalt reps changing prices in store. Their ‘best-seller’ went up by over $100

Eilish O’Sullivan was the Daily Dot&#8217;s associate managing editor. Her work has appeared in Mashed, the Austin Chronicle, and the Daily Texan.

Eilish O’Sullivan

Three panel image with shoppers looking at appliances on left, Lowes storefront in center and man talking to camera on right.

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‘Don’t do it’: Plumber of 32 years goes to Lowe’s. Then he sees shopper making costly mistake

Rebekah is a freelance reporter for the Daily Dot.

Rebekah Harding

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‘Look at that!’: Here’s how Home Depot Garden may be secretly targeting customers who have a ‘brown thumb’

Ljeonida is a reporter and writer with a degree in journalism and communications from the University of Tirana in her native Albania. She has a particular interest in all things digital marketing; she considers herself a copywriter, content producer, SEO specialist, and passionate marketer. Ljeonida is based in Tbilisi, Georgia.

Ljeonida Mulabazi

3 panel image: Lowe's store, person sipping, energizer batteries.

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‘First mistake was going to Lowe’s’: Woman’s fire alarm starts chirping. Then she goes to the store for some Energizer batteries

Natasha Dubash is a freelance writer and editor based in Los Angeles. She loves reporting on entertainment, television, and pop culture.

Natasha Dubash

2 panel image. Man at checkout at Home Depot on left. Home Depot sign on right.

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‘Don’t waste your money’: Plumber of 32 years explains why this common household product found at Home Depot won’t fix your drain

Ramon Ramirez was the managing editor and, formerly, the Dot&#8217;s news director, entertainment editor, and evening editor. His work has appeared in the Washington Post, Grantland, Washington City Paper, Austin American-Statesman, and Austin Monitor.

Ramon Ramirez

2 panel image. Wooden door with caption that reads: "Why is Home Depot selling medieval, walking dead, 28 days later, Legend, Keep the (vampire emoji) out, doors this season??? They know something we don't?" on left. Home Depot store on right.

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‘They know something we don’t?’: Woman goes to Home Depot. Then she sees the kind of door the store is selling

A person at Home Depot next to a water heater.

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Main Character of the Week: A man’s water heater warning

Beau Paul is a freelance writer from Austin, Texas. Beau also wrote narrative and dialog for the gaming industry for several years before becoming an entertainment journalist.

Beau Paul

Home Depot Store, Green and yellow lawn mower

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‘Home Depot is not allowed’: Expert says buyer beware for buying John Deere mowers at Home Depot. Here’s the truth

Amara Thomas is a freelance writer and cultural worker. She has written for the FADER, the Village Voice, Gothamist, and Highsnobiety.

Amara Thomas

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‘I spent $500-plus on U-Haul’: Woman reveals little-known Lowe’s moving hack. Here’s how you can save

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‘That’s why I always say, don’t do it’: Plumber of 32 years goes to Home Depot. Then he sees everyone returning this item

Women shows hack which clog free toilet people should buy at Home Depot

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‘It’s $199. It is worth it every time’: Expert goes to Home Depot. Then she shares why you should always go for the ‘golf ball toilet’

Mustafa Gatollari has been an internet culture writer for over a decade. He has a passion for connecting what’s trending on social media to solid research—helping to separate clout-chasing claims from facts.

Mustafa Gatollari

Planks being loaded into hauler at Home Depot on left. The Home Depot sign on right.

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‘Only in Alabama’: Man loads trailer full of QuiKrete, fence planks at Home Depot. Can his Chevrolet truck get him home?

Stacy Fernández is a freelance writer, project manager and communications specialist. She’s worked at The Texas Tribune, The Dallas Morning News and run social for The Education Trust New York. Her favorite hobby is finding hidden gems at the thrift store, she loves a good audio book and is a chocolate enthusiast.

Stacy Fernandez

2 panel image of Milwaukee saw, home depot sign

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‘I should’ve pulled the trigger on this: Person finds Milwaukee M18 circular saw at Home Depot for $209. Then they check online

Mars Ramos is a museum educator and freelance writer. She loves long walks in nature, doing yoga, and baking brownies.

Mars Ramos

Screenshot from Tiktok user @resale_rascals of several Frigidaire Ice Makers; Photo of a Home Depot exterior.

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‘For the price of 1‘: Home Depot shopper checks price of Frigidaire ice makers. Then he leaves with 4

Melody Heald is a culture writer. Her work can be found in Glitter Magazine, BUST Magazine, and more.

Melody Heald

2 image split. Man testing thermostat at Home Depot with overlayed text that reads: "Which smart thermostat should you buy? My husband has 20 years of H.V.A.C. experience...here's his top pick! on left. Home Depot on right.

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