Home Depot Debunks Viral Parking Fee Prank

An April Fools' joke by Pro Tool Reviews falsely claimed Home Depot would charge parking fees, misleading some social media users.

Pro Tool Reviews published a fabricated article on April 1, 2025, claiming Home Depot would implement parking fees starting in May 2025.
The prank article included false details, such as tiered parking fees by location and discounts for high-spending customers.
Home Depot officially clarified on April 2, 2025, that the claim was false and unaffiliated with the company.
Despite being tagged as an April Fools' prank, the article misled some readers, leading to confusion and backlash online.
The incident highlights the importance of verifying information, particularly on April Fools' Day, when misinformation can spread rapidly.