Altoona Mulch

0.3 mi

Family-owned & operated

Locally owned & operated

We had an excellent experience at the Des Moines mattress store in Altoona. Matt Cox was awesome…read moreto work with and got us exactly what we needed. Fast and friendly service, and we will be back!

From the owner: Specialties: Custom Mattresses, Mattress Upholstery,…read moreMattresses. Products: Twin Mattresses, Full Mattresses, Queen Mattresses, King Mattresses, Adjustable Bases, Bed Frames, Water Beds. Services: Antique Set Repairs, Custom Boat Mattress, Custom Mattress Upholstery, Custom RV Mattress, Custom Semi-Truck Mattress, Mattress Repairs, Mattress Sales. Brands: Des Moines Mattress, Innomax, Spring Air. Locations Facts: Serving Central Iowa, located in the first building South of Kwik Star.

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Lowe's Home Improvement

No issues here ever. Associates always friendly and helpful…read more All the bad reviews are for their third party vendors that deliver or set up items. The store itself is great and Lowe's associates as well. Their 3rd party vendors for delivery & installation? No.

Do not order appliances here! They will hire a sketchy 3rd…read moreparty to deliver and hook them up. The 3rd party has no idea what they're doing and if they mess it up they will not fix their mistake!!

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Menards

We went to the Altoona Menards looking for a water heater. They had a large selection of choices in…read morethe store. We approached an employee and found him (Gary) to be very helpful and knowledgeable regarding the questions we had for our needs. We decided on a tankless version. Gary made sure we had all of the information needed to make the transition from a traditional water heater to the tankless. We truly appreciated his efforts, as it made the whole experience a little easier.

It was a very positive first trip to their Ankeny store, which is well-illuminated, stocked, clean,…read moreorganized, and has several helpful employees. The spacious parking lot made the whole visit easier. Pricing is competitive. They are open both early and late, making them a definite option when in need. We used their app to traverse the store, making the whole trip more manageable due to the store size. They had multiple options for every home need that we came for, and we were especially pleased with their garden section.

LED bulbs

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Food for thought.

Altoona Ace Hardware

Hired to fix the sliding screen door. Price was fair. Options were easily comparable. Service was…read morereally fast. Overall repair was above average. Not excellent but still good. I did ask a question that became controversial on the answer so the two guys kind of argued about it which was frustrating. I bought something that worked though so that was good.

Zero star but no option for it. Worst people too deal with. No calls , never showed up for…read moresupposedly delivery of my snowblower. missing attachments to my snowblower . Waited almost two months for a new carburetor that they replace and at the end they says it didn't needed to change. Sat there for almost two months and their excuse was it's not a priority anymore since it turned into spring. Thats after they already took my money. N then I'm not a priority anymore. They didn't give me my starter cord back waited two weeks after letting them know without a single call on what happened to it. Finally went to the store and told them that . N got a call from the mechanic saying. I'm no longer a priority which set me off. N went off. Owner got on the phone n made excuses for his employees n basically got trespassed over the phone . I was told to pick my cord but I'm not allowed in the store. Went off again n owner told me to shove my cord up my ass. So at the end of the day. Never support these types of businesses . Find a local guy that does tune up / service on these types of machinery.

Sherwin-Williams Paint Store

1.0

2.7 mi

When employees treat customers like they are stupid they shouldn't be employed. Thanks Lowe's for…read moreyour help with my paint match project. You couldn't pay me to shop at Sherwin-Williams. Rude.

From the owner: Your local Sherwin-Williams Paint Store in Altoona, IA, provides expert advice, premium coatings,…read morepaint matching, and professional-grade supplies to help bring complex urban projects to life. Connect with our team for expert recommendations, the right coatings and tools, and personalized support that helps you achieve professional results. As a convenient paint store near you, we offer online color tools, color consultation, wallpaper and application resources, brushes, and information on paint recycling, along with high-quality paints and options to order paint online. A Spanish-speaking representative is available to assist customers.

Zhoosh

9.2 mi

WOWSIE... what a find! One of the coolest n fun places around to shop and/or just browse! Zhoosh…read moreis a friendly Thoughtfully and artfully curated store that has a comfortable, swanky museum-like feel n vibe. Stocked with forever changing new and seasoned treasures!! Worth a stop n lookey-loo!

From the owner: Home Decor, Accessories, Vintage Furniture, Lifestyle, Styling and Staging Spaces and Special…read moreEvents. Products: Wall Hangings, Rugs, Wall Art, Light Fixtures, Accessories, Candles, Kitchen Wares, House Wares, Chairs, Couches, Benches, Coffee Tables, Faux Florals, Faux Greenery, Lifestyle Accessories, Text Tile. Services: Furniture Restoration, Upholstery, Home Styling, Home Staging, Special Event Gatherings, Art Workshops, Space Rental. Location Facts: On Vintage Main Street.

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Jolly Holiday Lights

Such a great cause, and in the past this was a delightful way to celebrate Christmas…read more I drove through Waterworks Park for three many years this event was held there, and then attended when it was at the Adventureland Campground. The organizers did a great job at adapting to both locations. The music was wonderful and the displays were fun and festive. The move to the Outlet Mall just didn't work for us. We attended the Sip and Shop and gladly donated $50, but the experience was underwhelming. The Sip and Shop was a number of local crafters and a 'bar' that had a few cheap wines, a handful of beer selections, and a few spiked drinks. They had 2 people manning it, and the line was consistently 20-40 people deep. The bigger light displays are around the outside of the mall, and the walking section of the mall has been decorated, but it was much more commercial, and not the Holiday ambiance of past years. They sanding their news release that they were moving to a more immersive experience as this was what attendees wanted. I wish them the best, and I'm glad to send a donation, but the move to the mall just didn't work for me.

Fourth year in a row and we still enjoy it as a family! We've attended this even 10 years ago and…read moreit has really grown. I don't know much about Make a Wish Foundation but we like giving to their cause. During COVID19 review: Employees were all masked who had to take payments. Everyone is in cars so there really doesn't need social distant measures needed. This year was just as busy as any other year. PRO TIP: GO AT OPENING in a weekday to beat the traffic and crowds. 5:30 pm I believe when they open. There are no lines and it makes it way more enjoyable. Jolly Holiday Lights have been around for many many years, so they know how to manage their traffic flow. I appreciate that. I don't want to be stuck in long lines with so many little kids in the car. I noticed there are bathroom pit stops along the way of the lights!!! Very nice and convenient. I highly recommend as a family fun winter activity. I would not be attending any other light show but this one.

Make-A-Wish Iowa's largest fundraiser of the year!

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Make-A-Wish Iowa's largest fundraiser of the year!

Bass Pro Shops

My family came to take photos with the Easter bunny and once we walked in we were greeted by Kate…read more She asked my kids if they wanted to partake in the scavenger hunt of the month which was finding the resting white deer. It was a fun and my kids loved the experience.

This was a really neat Bass Pro Shop! They have the cozy feeling living room setting when you walk…read morein, a huge fish tank (of course!), and a very large selection of fishing lures/equipment! Also, their clothing section is rather large and had all the great prices I usually see at my local Cabela's! On top of that, they have a restaurant and bowling alley! Unfortunately we didn't have time to stop and bowl a round.

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Brass Armadillo Antique Mall

What a cool place! You almost need to dedicate a weekend to look at everything in this antique…read moremall. There's great parking and it was easy to find. There are isles upon isles of antiques. I even found an amazing handmade soap there. There are pieces at all price ranges. One of the vendors even struck a deal with my mom on a lunchbox right there! My mom and I came back with all sorts of things, and this place really set the bar for antique malls here in Texas. Take a look, you won't regret it!

Awesome antique shop!! Wow I think everything is in this place!! Service was great and helpful!…read morePrices were fair to value! I would recommend you check it out!!

This is the cat I wanted to buy

Taxidermy baby gator bag

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Collectamania

Disgusting smelly place. Very unorganized. Didn't find many deals for the effort put out…read morelooking.I do love the name though!

What an interesting mix of antiques and more! A little on the dingy side, but that's what makes it…read morefun and keeps the prices reasonable. Booth after booth and case after case are loaded with treasures! It's obvious that some vendors take more pride in their booths than others. Some booths just look messy and others are very tidy and organized. I was REALLY excited to see a vintage Kmart cart and some old Walgreens hand baskets here. They're for shoppers use, not for buying. My guy was happy to get a plate of cookies from Luanna's Kitchen. ;) This was a very fun place to stop! Highly recommend!

Toys, kitchen goods, booth 117/217 wood shelf. Lots of stocking stuffers.

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Typical booth. Leans more Salvation Army than good vintage but there are some specific finds to be had here!

Reclaimed, A Junklady's Philosophy

4.0

(5 reviews)

9.2 mi

Amazing people and items! went there with my dad and sister to go look at antiques, found a…read morebeautiful spring bunny rabbit porcelain set, but it was being sold for $40 (amazing prices!) with about 5 pieces, I didn't have $40 but I really wanted one of the mugs, the nice lady behind the counter told me she cannot sell me just one because people pick and choose and leave her stuck, but, as I was leaving, she asked me which one I even wanted, and she told me; "meh, you seem like a good kid, $10." and it made me feel more valued than any other point that day, that is my favorite thing I got on that trip for no other reason than the sheer sentimental value it holds, amazing place, amazing prices, amazing people.

Beautifully curated store bringing new life to vintage treasures. Owner and associates all possess…read morea true love for their finds and how to appreciate them in new ways within your home. Great corner location in a thriving East Village district. Must stop during your time in Des Moines!

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Retail of top quality bulk mulch, top soil, washed rock, and field tile. We are open to public during the summer on Saturdays 8am to 12pm. We can delivery on orders of 10 cubic yards or more. Stop out and pick up your products and get your yard ready for summer. read more

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