14 Things Retirees Should Always Buy at Menards

Retirees living on a fixed income have something in common — they are always looking for ways to save money on essentials. Reducing monthly charges is sometimes the only way to make room in a budget for necessary home improvement and maintenance costs. 

Retirees who live in the Midwest can stay under budget by getting deals at Menards for home improvement needs.

See the best deals that retirees should always buy at Menards to get the most bang for their buck.

Editor's note: Prices and availability are subject to change and may vary by location.

Price: $17.60 (on sale from $19.77)

If your retired life includes an RV, then you'll know the importance of a drinking water hose that doesn't taste like plastic and won't make you look like Steve Irwin wrangling a snake when you use it. 

The EvoFlex hose is 10 feet by ⅝ inches and has a special design so the hose won't hold the shape it held in storage. Menards offers a mail-in rebate, so you will have to pay full price up front, but you will receive store credit towards future purchases.

Price: $38.24 (on sale from $42.97)

It is a well-documented fact that as you get older, it becomes less like "falling" and more like "getting hit with a planet". This makes having a step stool handy a necessity for even simple tasks like changing a lightbulb. 

Menards offers a mail-in rebate on this sturdy folding stool that holds up to 250 lbs.

Price: $13.79 (on sale from $19.99)

When it's time to replace your towels, look no further than Menards. This matching set includes two bath towels, two hand towels, and two washcloths made of 100% cotton. 

The clearance price, combined with the mail-in rebate, brings the price of these towels down to a must-have.

Price: $8.89 (on sale from $9.99)

A properly lit home can make all the difference, especially to aging eyeballs. Getting the right light bulbs eases eyestrain and can even improve fatigue symptoms. 

Three-way adjustable brightness bulbs make it easy to switch between maximum brightness on rainy days or dimmer settings for late evening before bedtime. These bulbs come with a mail-in rebate that saves you over $1 per bulb.

Price: $10.94 (on sale from $12.29)

Did you know 80% of senior citizen falls and tumbles occur in the bathroom? One easy way to avoid becoming part of that statistic is by installing grips.

 Installing temporary suction-based grab bars can solve that problem and help you determine the best placement and positioning for permanent fixtures that may need to come later.

Price: $6.67 (on sale from $7.49)

Bathroom aesthetics shouldn't get in the way of bathroom safety, but why not have the best of both worlds? 

These clear adhesive treads come in a modern, rounded square pattern with 21 pieces to fit any size or shape tub while only adding a subtle pattern to the floor of your tub or shower. 

Just don't forget to mail in the rebate for maximum savings.

Price: $5.33 (on sale from $5.99)

Rugs are great for keeping heat in during the winter and provide a more comfortable barefoot experience year-round, but one slip can be disastrous for retirees. 

Make sure your rugs and carpets stay put with this two-foot-by-four-foot nonslip grip pad that's easy to trim for any shape or size.

Price: $21.35 (on sale from $23.99)

Traditional round door knobs can pose problems for anybody with hand injuries, including long-term problems such as arthritis. 

Switching to lever-style doorknobs can make it easier to transition into aging gracefully. Plus, the elegant nickel finish will complement any existing decor.

Price: $19.73 (on sale from $24.99)

When was the last time you did a fire-safety check on your home? It can be easy to overlook basic precautions like having an extinguisher easily accessible from any room, but that can be the difference that turns an emergency into a tragedy. 

The biggest savings on these kitchen fire extinguishers require a mail-in rebate.

Price: $0.79 (on sale from $1.49)

Retirees will want to make sure they have gutter guard screens installed, because really, who wants to spend their golden years scooping muck from the gutters? 

Use these Frost King gutter covers to prevent clogs that can lead to water in places it shouldn't be. These fit K-style gutters under 5 inches and are easy to install. Simply slide it under the first row of shingles and snap the front onto your gutter.

Price: $26.67 (on sale from $29.97)

The last five years have made it abundantly clear that it's essential to have a high-level face mask handy for pandemics or wildfires. Still, a high-grade air particle filtration mask should also be worn during some DIY home projects, such as when spray painting or wood sanding. 

This mask is even rated for welding and fits under a welder's mask; don't forget to mail in the rebate after purchase.

Price: $79.21 (on sale from $89.00)

It's sad that we live in a world where we need an air quality index rating on our weather apps, but having a portable HEPA air filter can minimize the effects of smog, smoke, and air pollution in your home. These are especially great for homes likely to be downwind from wildfires and have an indicator light for when it's time to change the filter.

Price: $71.19 (on sale from $89.99)

When it's time to buy a vacuum, check Menards for leading brand name discounts. Dirt Devil is a trusted brand known for longevity, and after the mail-in rebate, you'll save almost $20 on the already low price. Plus, no dusty bag to change!

Price: $19.11 (on sale from $21.47)

Make sure your spring cleaning routine includes preventive care for keeping pests out of your home. This insect repellent includes an extended wand, so it also eliminates pesky stooping to reach low-to-the-ground places where insects can enter your home.

Menards is the third largest home improvement retail chain in the U.S. and stays competitive by offering rebates, but rebates shift the burden of savings onto the consumer, which can be off-putting. 

Menards has recently and quietly changed its rebate program to be more consumer-friendly, now allowing a full year for any rebate redemption. This means Menards customers can avoid wasting money on postage stamps by batch-submitting rebates.