I'd turn around and start following them.

or, talk to the manager

or go to Lowes

Do what i did with a Police Officer, Stop and ask Can I help You?

I'd walk through the aisles and pick out a large item. I'd examine it, saying "Nope, this won't fit in my pocket," put it down and move to another item.

As long as you aren't stealing, I wouldn't worry about it.

I know it's annoying, it happens to me all the time too. Apparently I give off some sort of shoplifter vibe, because whenever I shop alone, I get followed. I've never shoplifted a thing in my life.

I just try to ignore it, and if they get really close to me I look up and say 'hi' to them and smile. They give me funny looks.

If you really think that the observation is uncalled for, or overwhelming, or if they take it too far, you can ask to speak with the management. Explain that you feel uncomfortable shopping in their store because you get followed like you are a criminal. Ask what you did to get their attention, or if they follow everyone that way. Don't get upset, or threaten anything, because then you seem suspicious... I've worked retail, and lots of shoplifters throw fits about being followed. So don't throw a fit... be respectful, but explain that you won't be shopping there anymore if their surveillance activities continue in the same fashion.

I dont understand why they follow me too. Someone once told me I shouldn't go shopping in a stripey pullover, wearing a mask and having a bag with the words SWAG printed on it. What is she, the fashion police ^^

That's weird. They are train NOT to do that. Welcoming the customer and making them feel valued and appreciated is The Home Depot's motto. If I was you, I'd complaint to the corporate customer care number.

Honestly, just don't steal, then when they follow you they have nothing to go by. But if you feel like they are making you uncomfortable and making it obvious, and you aren't stealing (I don;t know or judge either way, just stating) talk to the store manager if you can. Talk to the highest available manager about it, because if their actions are unfounded then their behavior is rediculus, and should be stopped. I used to work security for a major retailer and it sounds like these guys are really bad at picking the people who actually do steal or they are just bored. Or you could be reading something into it that isnt there. Another question is, have you previously stolen from there and been caught? If you have, they are probably just wise to who you are and are protecting their assets. Good luck to ya, anyway.

You must be giving off "SUSPECIOUS" vibes or you are dressed in a manner they have been told, fits the profile of a shoplifter.

Either that or they find you attractive...

I would stop and nicely ask them if there is a problem. If that did not help, I would ask to speak to the manager...and move up from there. Good Luck.

How do you even know it was HD security. Is it always the same guy or do you think everyone is watching you? The stores around here don't have security guys in uniform or anything, so i don't know how you can tell.