Orchard Supply Hardware launches mobile app

SAN JOSE, Calif. — Orchard Supply Hardware has launched a mobile app to mark the company’s 82nd anniversary during its upcoming Founder’s Day weeklong event.

“As we honor the company’s heritage, our new mobile app is a great example of the future of our business and how we are continuing to bolster the high-quality service and advice our customers have always found at Orchard,” said Richard Maltsbarger, president of Orchard. “Since this business was founded, Orchard’s values have been based on neighbors helping neighbors. Our motto for the fall season is ‘simple solutions’ and we are excited to celebrate more than 80 years in business and the continuing loyalty of our customers by offering a tool that makes it easier to shop and complete their home improvement projects. We look forward to continuing to strengthen and grow our business and to being a vibrant member of our local communities for many more years.”

Orchard’s mobile app is designed to help customers shop easier, get how-to advice for their home and garden projects and take advantage of special promotions, including those offered during the Founder’s Day celebration. The app will allow customers to do the following:

• Access how-to videos for home repair, painting and outdoor projects

• View weekly ads with home improvement ideas and special product offers

• Locate and check-in at Orchard stores

• Earn and redeem Club Orchard points

• Unlock special promotions and discounts

• Share product and promotional information via Facebook, Twitter, Google+ and Pinterest

Orchard will kick off its annual Founder’s Day event Sunday, Sept. 8.

Orchard Supply Hardware operates neighborhood hardware and garden stores focused on paint, repair and the backyard. It was founded as a purchasing cooperative in San Jose in 1931 and as of August 30, 2013, operates as a separate, standalone business within Lowe’s. The business, which continues to be based in San Jose, includes 70 stores in California and two in Oregon.