$100 Gift Card Giveaway From UPS

By Todd Fratzel on Giveaways

UPS My Choice – Simplify Pickup & Deliveries

The other day I mentioned a cool new service from UPS called My Choice. Well I signed up and I’m already getting delivery notices and emails that help me totally control package deliveries at the house.  I’m really excited about this new service and hope you’ll consider signing up for UPS My Choice. You can read my previous post and learn all about it.

Thanks to the kind folks at UPS we’ll be giving away a $100 American Express Gift Card this month. The gift card could certainly help pay for a nice New Year’s Eve Dinner or a nice post holiday gift!

How To Enter The $100 Gift Card Giveaway

One lucky reader from Home Construction & Improvement will win the $100 American Express Gift Card. There are several ways to enter this giveaway.

PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING DIRECTIONS CAREFULLY!

You may enter each one of the following 4 options once per household. PLEASE ONLY LEAVE ONE COMMENT, You can list all your entries and we’ll total them up. PLEASE DO NOT LEAVE Multiple comments.

  1. Leave a comment below telling us what you’d like to buy if you win the $100 American Express Gift Card.
  2. Facebook – Visit our Facebook Fan Page and LIKE us. Leave a comment on the wall telling us what you think of the new UPS My Choice.
  3. Newsletter Sign-Up – One of the best ways to keep up to date with our great giveaways and lots of home improvement advice is signing up for our FREE weekly newsletter. In order to qualify for this entry you MUST sign-up and finish the opt-in process after you receive the welcome email. To sign up follow this LINK.
  4. Holiday Gift Guide – We have a really great Holiday Gift Guide this year featuring tons of great Home Improvement Gift Ideas. For this entry please check out our Holiday Gift Guide and tell us which gift you like most in the guide.
  5. BONUS Entry – Sign up for UPS My Choice HERE.

Fine Print

Entries must be received by 11:59 PM EST on December 23, 2011. The winner will be announced on December 24, 2011.

Only residents of the U.S. are eligible. One entry per household per each method above for a maximum total of three. Spam entries will not be counted. Spam entries are determined at the sole discretion of Front Steps Media.

About the author

Todd Fratzel

I'm full time builder for a large construction company in New Hampshire. I run their design-build division that specializes in custom homes, commercial design-build projects and sub-divisions. I'm also a licensed civil and structural engineer with extensive experience in civil and structural design and home construction. My hope is that I can share my experience in the home construction, home improvement and home renovation profession with other builders and home owners. I'm also the Editor-in-Chief and Founder of Tool Box Buzz. Please feel free to contact me if you have any questions, suggestions or you'd like to inquire about advertising on this site.

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151 Comments

  1. Margaret Smith says:

    I’d use this towards bathroom renovations that we saving towards.
    Like you on Facebook (Margaret E. Smith) and commented on your wall.
    Newsletter subscriber.
    From your gift guide, I most like to get the
    Black & Decker 71-968 Drilling and Driving Set for my husband.

    Thanks so much.

  2. Andrew Gordon says:

    I’d buy a new lamp for my tv that died.

  3. Jamie says:

    I’d buy some new shelving for my basement.

  4. Shannon Baas says:

    Some books for school.

  5. jay says:

    I would buy a muyshondt aeon flashlight!!

  6. Jill L says:

    – I would use the money to finish off our master bath. We are so close now. Just need things like a toilet paper holder and such.

    – I’m a fb fan and left a message on your wall – Jill Lear

    – Email subscriber.

    – I think my hubby would love the Dewalt 20v Combo Kit

  7. Stephanie V. says:

    kids need some winter clothes

  8. Keith Davis says:

    If I won the American Express gift card I would buy a new cordless drill.

  9. Tari Lawson says:

    I would buy some new clothes.

  10. April V. says:

    I would use the gift card to buy a gift for my mom. I like the Channellock 18n1 Driver for me and my husband. Email newsletter subscriber.

  11. Kitty says:

    I’d use it towards buying a new dishwasher. Like on FB, newsletter subscriber.

  12. Vickie Couturier says:

    I would buy my husband a cordless drill it was on his list too!

    LIke u on facebook an left a comment as directed about the new UPS My Choice

    I am a newsletter subscriber

    I like the most in the Holiday Gift Guide would be:Ryobi TEK4 Portable Power Source

    vlbelk(at)hotmail.com

  13. april yedinak says:

    I would buy clothes for my oldest daughter- she just won’t stop growing.
    ape2016(at)aol(dot)com

  14. april yedinak says:

    signed up for the newsletter
    ape2016(at)aol(dot)com

  15. april yedinak says:

    From the gift guide I really like the Dewalt 12 volt screwdriver kit.
    ape2016(at)aol(dot)com

  16. jeff_williams says:

    1. I’d probably use it towards a table saw or router table.
    2. Been a Facebook fan for awhile. Comment posted as Jeff Williams.
    3. The newsletter is how I learned about the giveaway and UPS My Choice in the first place.
    4. I’ve moved beyond the capacity of my small portable table saw and am in need of something larger to start building cabinets. In an ideal world I would love to have the Unisaw from the gift guide. The Dewalt hammer (in the 14 oz size w/out the waffle face) would be my second choice.

  17. Annette D says:

    The Bosch DLR130K Digital Distance Measurer Kit would be great!

  18. Sue D says:

    I would use it to buy supplies for remodeling our bathroom.
    I am signed up for your newsletter.
    I like the shop vac in your holiday gift guide.

  19. Cynthia C says:

    I’d put it toward a laptop

    Like you on fb and commented (Cynthia Conley)

    I like the Channellock 620L 5-Inch Professional Contractor Laser Level on the Gift Guide

  20. paintergal says:

    1. With the $100 Am Express card, I would purchase groceries. :)
    2. Like your fb page, and added a comment.
    3. Receive your newsletter.
    4. Definitely the Bosch 12″ Glide Miter Saw! What a great gift that would be!

  21. I would get hubby new work clothes

  22. Cindi says:

    “Happy Holidays!” I would love to give this gift card
    to our son who is graduating from college this week!
    I “Like” you on Facebook. ( Cindi Hoppes ) I left
    a comment that I plan on using the UPS My Choice~
    Also, I am a subscriber to your email newsletter.
    My favorite item in your Holidays Gift Guide is
    the “Bosch DLR130K Digital Distance Measurer Kit”
    because my husband and dad would get a lot of use
    from it…
    Many thanks to you!
    Cindi

  23. Ann F says:

    If I won, I would put the $100 towards a iPad 1

    I’m a newsletter subscriber

    I would like to get my husband the 12V Dewalt Screwdriver kit from the Holiday Gift Guide

    abfantom at yahoo dot com

  24. dawn says:

    I would use to send my mother some beautiful flowers for the holidays
    mightynaynay(at)cs.com

  25. Monique Rizzo says:

    Id buy an Xbox Kinect.
    Thanks for the chance.
    mogrill12@gmail.com

  26. I would buy one of the many things we still need to finish the bathroom remodel. Like the extra thinset I should have bought or the custom granite countertop for the vanity.

  27. I’d buy the Kreg Jig kit on your Gift Guide. I’ve always wanted one of those!

  28. Bethb says:

    i’d probally spend it on a nice evening out with the family.
    i sucscribe to your newsletter
    my fav in the holiday guide is Ryobi Tek4 4-Volt Portable Power Source

  29. Jessie C. says:

    I’d like to get winter coats for my family

    FB liker and commented.https://www.facebook.com/homeconstructionimprovement/posts/10150465668629917

    Newsletter subscriber

    I signed up for UPS My Choice

  30. Kathleen says:

    I would buy groceries. Lame I know.

    kport207 at gmail dot com

  31. Kyl Neusch says:

    like to buy some books

    -like on FB: kyl neusch

    -signed upfor UPS My Choice

  32. Johannah Brookwell says:

    Buying Groceries
    Liked on Facebook
    Newsletter subscriber

  33. Dan brennan says:

    I would use the gift card to take the family for a camping trip to Disney’s Fort Wilderness campgrounds.

  34. Soha Molina says:

    I’d buy books for myself.

    fb liker of Home Construction Improvement

    I am an email subscriber- eddiem11@ca.rr.com

    Like the Shop Vac

    Signed up for UPS My Choice

  35. Chelsea r says:

    I would use it towards our new roof. I like you on facebook and left a comment on your wall. I’m an email newsletter subscriber. We would love to have the Delta 3HP Unisaw in our shop! I’m already signed up for UPS My Choice.

  36. Dani says:

    Would probably buy my husband a really nice dinner :)

  37. Sheree Warner says:

    If I was lucky enough to win I would buy my grandchildren Christmas presents!

    I visited your facebook page and “Liked” it.

    I was already singed up for your newsletter.

    I looked at your wonderful Holiday Gift Guide and would love to get the DEWALT 12-Volt Screwdriver Kit for my husband! I know he would love it too!

    I signed up for UPS My Choice.

  38. Kitty duh says:

    I’d love to buy some new plants and planters for my little apartment patio!

  39. Kitty duh says:

    I LIKE Home Construction Improvement on Facebook! (Kitty duh)

  40. Kitty duh says:

    e-mail newsletter subscriber! (validated)

  41. Kitty duh says:

    I’m loving the Bosch DLR130K Digital Distance Detector Measure Kit From your Holiday Guide!

  42. Patrice says:

    I would buy a toaster oven.

  43. Sarah Hirsch says:

    i’d like to use this towards a new tile floor for our bathroom

  44. Sarah Hirsch says:

    i like the Ryobi TEK4 Portable Power Source from your holiday gift guide

  45. Sarah Hirsch says:

    i signed up for ups my choice

  46. Ashley says:

    I would buy new clothes for my kids if I won..thank you!

    I like Home Construction Improvement on fb and wrote on your wall: https://www.facebook.com/homeconstructionimprovement/posts/10150467024144917

    favorite thing from the holiday guide is the Stanley Wrench & Socket Set

    Registered for my choice
    ashleygatewood1(AT)gmail.com

  47. Solducky says:

    1.I would love to get supplies to build an Ana White coffee table.

    2. I like you on FB as sarah linette.
    3. I am subscribed to the Newsletter.
    4. I signed up for UPS My Choice.
    5. The DeWalt lightweight hammer looks awesome in the Gift Guide!

    soluckyducky at gmail dot com

  48. Mary Casper says:

    I would buy items to decorate my office

  49. shel says:

    1) I’d use the gift card to purchase some new bifold doors since we are remodeling our bedroom and I’d love new doors for our closet.

    2) Facebook fan and left a comment; Michelle Hudak

    3) I’m a newsletter subscriber

    4) From the Holiday Gift Guide, I’d love the Shop Vac. We had an off-brand shop vacuum that broke and I’ve just been abusing my carpet vacuum when we’ve been doing home remodeling for clean-up. I need it for cleaning out my car, too.

    5) I’ve signed up for UPS My Choice Delivery Alerts.

  50. Christy Weller says:

    I would like to buy a few extra things for a few family memebrs for Christmas if I won the $100.00 gift card.

    cweller75@gmail.com

  51. Ashley H. says:

    1. I’d get some new books and clothes

    2. I like you on facebook

    3. I signed up for UPS my choice

    4.I like the cordless lithium ion screwdriver on the gift guide.

  52. Suzanne Hill says:

    I’d use it for our vacation that we’re going to be taking next month.

    I like you on FB and posted on your wall: https://www.facebook.com/homeconstructionimprovement/posts/10150471146899917

    I signed up for your newsletter.

    I like the Channellock laser level. My husband really wants one!

    I’ve signed up for UPS MyChoice.

  53. Nadine L says:

    I’d use this towards the last few rolls of insulation we need.

    I like you on Facebook (Nadine E Larsen) and commented on your wall.https://www.facebook.com/homeconstructionimprovement/posts/10150471210409917

    Newsletter subscriber (peacelovenadpetsblog@gmail.com).

    From your gift guide, I would love to get the Porter-Cable Oscillating Multi-Tool

    I joined UPSMyChoice

  54. charline says:

    I would get me something nice for Christmas as a gift to myself.
    stanleybilly(at)bellsouth(dot)net

  55. Leslie D. says:

    We would probably use it on groceries or to help fix something that needs done to our house. Good luck to everyone!

  56. Carol Bryant says:

    I would buy groceries.

  57. Jennifer Phillips says:

    I would use it buy some new clothes for my sons. They both go through their jeans and all so fast.

    Liked you on FB and left comment

    Signed up for newsletter

    The gift I love in the Gift Guide is the DEWALT 20V Combo Kit

    Signed up for UPS My Choice

  58. elizabeth p says:

    I would put this towards my new flooring.

  59. Erica C. says:

    I’d love to get a slow cooker with the gift card…that was #1 on my Christmas list :)

  60. angie says:

    I’d buy groceries.

  61. Sunshyn V says:

    I’d like to use it toward our holiday family gathering.

  62. Sunshyn V says:

    I’m signed up for your newsletter

  63. Sunshyn V says:

    I would like the DEWALT 20V Impact Driver the most

  64. Karen says:

    I would use it towards a new TV. I am still using an analog set.

  65. Daniel M says:

    i’d take our whole family out to dinner!

  66. Patricia Treskovich says:

    would buy a small flat screen tv for bedroom

  67. Patricia Treskovich says:

    like you on facebook and shared that I like the new UPS My Choice

  68. Gianna says:

    I would buy groceries.
    I’m an email subscriber.

  69. Mary Happymommy says:

    1. I would buy new bedding.

    2. I like you on FB and wrote on your wall.

    3. I subscribed to your newsletter.

    4. The gift I like most from your holiday gift guide is the Stanley Wrench & Socket set. My husband could use that.

  70. Denise S says:

    I’d like to buy some new clothes.
    lazybones344 at gmail dot com

  71. tallcapp says:

    If I were to win the $100 gift card, I would apply it to a blue ray player.

  72. Kathleen Conner says:

    I’d use the $100 to buy a new vacuum cleaner

  73. Kathleen Conner says:

    I signed up for your newsletter.

  74. Kathleen Conner says:

    The gift I’d like the most in the Holiday Gift Guide is the Channellock 18n1 Driver–That looks like a very handy tool

  75. Debra Hall says:

    i would buy sale items and keep till next year
    i signed up and love the email notices
    facebook fan

  76. anna pry says:

    1. i’d buy groceries
    2. facebook fan, left a comment
    3. thepryfamily@gmail.com newsletter subscriber
    4. stanley wrench and socket set
    5. i’m signed up for ups my choice

    thepryfamily@gmail.com

  77. Crystal F says:

    I would use it to pay bills since January is always a hard month money wise. thank you!!

  78. Crystal F says:

    I signed up for UPS My Choice!

  79. Susan Smith says:

    I’d buy a new coat
    Visit our Facebook Fan Page and LIKE us Susan Smith
    Sign up for UPS My Choice HERE.
    My husband would love the DEWALT 20V Combo Kit

  80. erma H says:

    I’d stock up on groceries.

  81. ferriz says:

    i would probably use it to buy groceries or a new microwave. ours likes to zap our food… like actually ZAP it!

    already signed up for UPS. ;) : ferriz

  82. Claire says:

    I’d buy a new DVD shelf.

  83. Kristi C says:

    I would buy myself a new pair of boots.

  84. Ellie W says:

    I would use the GC towards finishing my half remodeled kitchen. I have new cabinets on one wall and still old ones on the other side.

    From the gift guide I like the Stanley Wrench & Socket Set for my mechanic hubby.

    I am signed up for UPS My Choice.

    Thanks for the giveaway!
    eswright18 at gmail dot com

  85. Tracie Trump says:

    I would buy some clothes for job interviews! tracietrump@yahoo.com

  86. Tracie Trump says:

    Signed up for newsletter! tracietrump@yahoo.com

  87. Tracie Trump says:

    My choice is Dewalt 12 volt screwdriver kit! tracietrump@yahoo.com

  88. Tracie Trump says:

    Already signed up for UPS My Choice! tracietrump@yahoo.com

  89. Heidi Back says:

    I bought my daughter a pair of snow boots this month, but I didn’t get my son a pair yet. I would use it to buy him a pair of snow boots and if I had any thing left over, I’d get new socks. The child wears holes in them faster than I can keep his sock drawer in stock, I swear!

  90. shawna says:

    I would buy some new boots I’ve been dreaming about.

  91. Amanda Mclemore says:

    I would by some new blinds for my house with it:)

  92. Alyssa says:

    If i won i would go after christmas sale shopping! I am waiting for the big Winter semi annuals to start! that is when the deals come!

  93. Kay M says:

    I would use it to take my very large family (6 kids/11 grandkids) to CiCi’s pizza. It’s where we all go when we go out to eat, and it’s been a while since we’ve done it.
    I like you on FB, and I love the new UPS My Choice. I’m a blogger, and this lets me know when I need to be home to receive packages from sponsors!
    I am already signed up for your emails!
    I love the Veto Pro Pack Model LC, and it would be great for my husband to use at work!
    I am already signed up for UPS My Choice!

    Thank you for this wonderful giveaway!

  94. Alyssa says:

    i liked your facebook page and posted on the wall :Alyssa Fo—–

  95. Alyssa says:

    from the gift guide i really like the dewalt 20v combo kit!

  96. Geoff K says:

    1. I’d use the gift card to get my parents a blu-ray player to go with the TV I bought them for Christmas this year!

    2. I like Home Construction Improvement on FB (Geoff K) and left a comment about UPS MyChoice on your wall: https://www.facebook.com/homeconstructionimprovement/posts/10150480683219917

    3. I subscribe to your newsletter: gkaufmanss at yahoo dot com

    4. The item from your gift guide I like the most would be the Dewalt 12-volt Screwdriver Kit.

    5. I signed up for UPS MyChoice (gkaufmanss at yahoo dot com).

    Thanks!

  97. Amanda Campbell says:

    I would use the gift card for a date night out with my husband – nice dinner and a great movie.

    luckycat1818(at)yahoo(dot)com

  98. Amanda Campbell says:

    The item I like best from the holiday gift guide is the Channellock 18n1 driver. It would be a nifty tool to keep around the house.

    luckycat1818(at)yahoo(dot)com

  99. Valerie Taylor Mabrey says:

    I want a nice pair of boots and so does hubby
    vmkids3 at msn dot com

  100. Valerie Taylor Mabrey says:

    Signed up for UPS My Choice
    vmkids3 at msn dot com

  101. Diane Baum says:

    I found a lot of terrific items from the gift guide and would buy a few things from there.

  102. I would buy my daughter a doll house

    itsjustme62613 at gmail.com

  103. Tiffany Salvia says:

    I would like to buy Xbox Kinect for our 360!
    I like you on Facebook and commented.
    I am signed up for UPS mychoice!
    My email is tcsalvia at gmail dot com – Thanks for the giveaway!

  104. Jessica Dawson-Brown says:

    1. I would buy a much needed electric screwdriver!

    2. Here is my facebook post: https://www.facebook.com/homeconstructionimprovement/posts/10150481114344917

    3. Signed up via sica1799 at yahoo dot com

    4. I would get the Dewalt 12volt screwdriver kit

    5. Signed up

  105. Ron Miller says:

    1) winning $100 would enable me to go out for that 22-24″ monitor I’ve been wanting

    2) Newsletter Sign-Up

    3) Stanley Wrench & Socket Set in the gift guide

  106. katfam says:

    I would like to buy some new bakeware. I like you on FB. I signed up.

  107. Jennifer C says:

    I’d like to buy my husband a new coat if I win.

  108. Jennifer C says:

    I signed up for UPS my choice.

  109. Christine says:

    would buy food

  110. Angela Cisco says:

    Sadly, I would probably put it toward a bill.

  111. Angela Cisco says:

    I like the Ryobi Tek4 4-Volt Portable Power Source

  112. If I win I’ll buy late christmas presents.

    chestnutyouth(at)hotmail(dot)com

  113. Andrea Julian says:

    With the $100 I would buy my kids some toys!
    I liked you on facebook and posted on your wall.
    I signed up for your newsletter.

  114. Carrie Conley says:

    If I win….I will buy something for myself this time…
    Like homeconstruction on facebook and left message on wall
    Email subscriber
    Signed up for MyUPS Choice
    I would select the Dewalt 20v combo kit

  115. Kitty says:

    In the gift guide I like the Veto Pro Pac – Model LC
    $129.95 – Amazon.com

  116. Dee says:

    I’d love to use this towards a new laptop since this one is slowly dying on me! :)

  117. Dee says:

    I signed up for ups choice

  118. Dee says:

    from your guide I love the Bosch DLR130K Digital Distance Measurer Kit! :)

  119. Rosey says:

    If I win I’m treating the family to New Year’s brunch at a place we always say we’re going to book but it’s $25 a plate, so we never do. Everyone would get a kick out of it, and be surprised to boot. Thanks for the giveaway.

  120. Rosey says:

    I like you on FB (Sarah Smile) and I left a message on your wall.

  121. MelissaO says:

    I’d use it to buy gas, groceries, and cleaning supplies.

    wolverina401 at gmail dot com

  122. Julie Moe says:

    I would like to get birthday presents for my kids.

  123. Julie Moe says:

    I signed up for UPS My Choice

  124. dddiva says:

    I’d like to win to stock up on after Christmas sales.

  125. rachel says:

    would buy some clothes for family
    rbindel81atgmaildotcom

  126. Lisa Garner says:

    If I won the $100 GC I would use it towards new kitchen counters!

    I like you on Facebook and left a comment on your wall.

    I subscribed to your newsletter.

    My favorite item in the Gift Guide is the Bosch DLR130K Digital Distance Measurer Kit!

    I’m signed up for UPS My Choice.

    lisalmg25 at gmail dot com

  127. Nicole Thoresen says:

    I would buy a kindle! : )

  128. Jaclyn Reynolds says:

    I would buy some groceries with the gift card!

  129. Tiffany Noell says:

    Id buy a few things to stock my freezer
    tiff715@hotmail.com

  130. McKim says:

    I would use the $100 towards new glasses for my husband.
    I ‘like’ HCI on Facebook.
    I signed up for UPS My Choice.

  131. Breanne says:

    I’d buy an area rug

  132. Breanne says:

    I’ve already signed up for UPS My Choice – bmweida

  133. Joanne Schultz says:

    1. I’d probably spend the money on beads :-) My friend and I like to make jewelry.
    2. I Like you on Facebook-Joanne Schultz. http://www.facebook.com/js2222
    left a comment: http://www.facebook.com/homeconstructionimprovement/posts/10150483102879917
    4. I would love the Channellock 18n1 Driver from your gift guide.
    5. I signed up for UPS My Choice.

    Thanks for the giveaway!

  134. Terri B says:

    I’d use it toward a new front door

  135. Robin says:

    The card would help me wrap up our christmas shopping

  136. Robin says:

    I like you on FB – Robin trexel

  137. Robin says:

    I subscribe to the newsletter

  138. Beverly Metcalf says:

    If I was lucky enough to win this, I would donate some to our local food shelf and shop at some after Christmas sales. Thanks for having this contest and Happy Holidays!

  139. brian e. says:

    Thanks for the giveaway…

    1. We would put the $100 American Express Gift Card towards a laptop for my daughter.

    2. Like HCI / Facebook & posted comment: bryan eason

    4. We like the IRWIN 3-Piece Vice Grip Set !

    senorpiero [at] yahoo [dot] com

  140. barbara wright says:

    I would buy my son a printer for college

    I like you on facebook and left a comment – barbara wright

    I like the $59 Shop Vac in your gift guide

  141. Sand says:

    I would buy a new jacket.

  142. Sand says:

    I signed up for UPS My Choice.

  143. Sarah L says:

    I’m going to paint my bedroom & need some paint.

    http://www.facebook.com/homeconstructionimprovement/posts/10150483302634917

    Channelock Contractor Laser Level
    $50.96 – Amazon.com

    Already belong to UPS My Choice

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