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What is the Santa Rosa Tool Library?
The Santa Rosa Tool Library is a place where people who live and work in Sonoma
County can borrow a variety of hand and power tools for home repair, landscaping,
and automotive work.
How much does it cost?
Borrowing tools from the Santa Rosa Tool Library is free. There is only an overdue fee is tools
are returned past the due date.
What tools does the Tool Library
carry?
The Tool Library currently carries over 300 different types of tools, from
hand tools to power tools. Click here to view our list of tools and tool
photo gallery.
Where is the Tool Library?
The Library is temporarily located at 642 5th Street in downtown Santa Rosa.
How do I borrow tools from the Tool
Library?
To borrow tools, please select items from our list of tools then contact us
at 707-576-0590 to arrange to pick up your first tools. When you come in to borrow your first
tool, you will be asked to sign a waiver form acknowledging liability. You
will also be asked to review our Borrowers Rules.
What are its hours of operation?
The Tool Library is open Monday through Friday from 5:00pm to 7:00pm and
Saturday from 9am to 2pm. We are
closed on Sundays and most major holidays.
How long has the Tool Library been
open?
The Tool Library unofficially opened in March 2008 by our founder and now
Executive Director Dustin Zuckerman. SRTL became a licensed Non-Profit Organization in September
2008.
How long can I borrow tools?
Most tools have a 7 day loan period. Tools
that are in high demand like Electric Mini-tillers and Pressure washers have
a 4 day loan period.
Who runs the Tool Library?
Currently, the Tool Library has a Board of Directors of 6 people with the
storefront run by SRTL’s executive director. We receive help from a variety of volunteers and local
professionals.
How does the Tool Library make sure
that no one steals the tools?
We hope that our patrons will return the tools promptly and without undue
damage. In order to help to ensure that tools are returned, however, we ask
that all borrowers provide two forms of identification including one
government-issued, California, photo ID and a recent piece of mail with current
mailing address. If tools are not returned on time, borrowers will be assessed
late fees.
What happens if I break or lose a tool?
Before members borrow their first tools, they must read and sign our Borrower’s
Agreement. Borrowers are expected to return the tools in the same condition as
they were issued, barring normal wear and tear. The borrower is expected to pay
for the loss of or damage to any tool.
Do other tool libraries exist?
Yes. There are several other tool libraries in other cities in the United
States, including Columbus, OH; 4 in Portland, OR; Atlanta, GA; Philadelphia,
PA; Berkeley, CA; and Oakland, CA.
Can I donate to the Tool Library?
Yes! We welcome all tool donations. SRTL is a 501(c)(3 )Public Charity, so all
donations are tax deductible. We accept tools that are newer and in working
order. We do not accept broken tools. If you are interested in donating funds
to SRTL you can donate on our web site www.borrowtools.org or mail a check to
SRTL 642 5th Street, Santa Rosa Ca. 95404.
How can I become more involved in the Tool Library?
We welcome others to become involved in starting and running the Library. If
you would like to become more involved, please contact us at 707-576-0590 or fixit@borrowtools.org.
How can I find out more information?
Please contact us at 707-576-0590 or fixit@borrowtools.org
for more information, or check out our website at www.borrowtools.org.
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