Lowe’s Companies (LOW) is testing a new delivery method that could reshape the way customers receive last-minute home improvement supplies. Recently, the retailer launched a drone delivery pilot at its Matthews, North Carolina, store, making Lowe’s the first home improvement retailer in the U.S. to offer drone delivery. The service, operated in partnership with DoorDash (DASH) and Alphabet's (GOOG) (GOOGL) Wing Aviation subsidiary, allows eligible DIY and professional customers to receive select items in as little as 20 minutes.
The pilot initially covers more than 100 products, including hand tools, paint supplies, tape, and other household essentials, with Wing drones carrying orders of approximately 2.5 pounds per flight. While the program remains limited in scope, it adds another layer to Lowe’s growing technology and fulfillment strategy, alongside same-day delivery, curbside pickup, and its AI-powered Mylow tools.