I've been coming here for the past 13yrs or so and have always appreciated a staff that actually…read moreunderstands their products and can offer sound advice, based on listening to what you really need. The prices are very reasonable and honestly, I wouldn't have a problem paying more, just based on the fact that each time, I can get hold of a staff member that is friendly. Knowledgeable and willing to listen and help. Lastly, it's amazing how quickly some of these other reviewers left such negative feedback. It really doesn't make sense to me and honestly, I don't believe their comments. I've never experienced, nor even witnessed any issues as such that would warrant a single start rating. Anyway, I'm glad that Arjays is local in Exeter and has always provided myself and several close friends with Knowledge and friendly support. Thanks Arjays management & staff! Abe

I agree with the others. The staff here is the best: friendly, helpful, kind…read more They have helped me maintain the house in the last two years since my husband died. Taught me how to use tools I'd never touched before. All with good humor and patience. Top Grades in all departments ! Love them. Sheila G

Like the other reviewers mentioned, these guys (and the nice lady at the register) have it…read moreall--materials, professionalism, experience, knowledge, patience (dealing with the public and taking the time to help customers!), and quality! I've had copies of keys there that work EVERY TIME, unlike the big box stores. I recently went for an electrical junction box--took 15 seconds to find it, and they helped me sort out other parts I needed. Heck, they even took the time to help me with a table lamp rewiring project! If I went to one of the box stores, I'd still be there looking for parts. Like another reviewer said this is my go-to store for all home repairs. Thank you Hampton Center Hardware--please stay open forever! -Greg

When I'm in the area on my way to Maine , I always try to pop in for their great selection and…read moreprices. Easy to get to and close to I95. You will find what you need and chat with great people that know what they are talking about. Wish they would open another store in Boston

Might consider posting on your website that the store is in total disarray due to some sort of…read moreThree Stooges inspired remodeling project. The aisles are gone and the store is missing any sort of logical sense of order. Even the poor staff, if asked, don't know exactly where anything is. 07-17-2025 Still my favorite HW store though.

Always get help, service is excellent, happy motivated employees. Pretty good selection. Prices…read morefair. Bonus: They share a parking lot with a brewery. My wife does not me go there unaccompanied: she likes a pint after shopping, too.

Great store! Great staff. They're very attentive to customers. Very knowledgeable staff and the…read moremanagement is great. Love this place.

Great store, they have everything you need. Great service, they'll point you right where you need…read moreto go. Don't drive to the big box store, they're close to home. Price and selection are the same as the big box, without wandering around. You can be in and out in 5 minutes!

Great neighborhood hardware store. They might not have the selection of a larger big box store, but…read morethey have the friendly service you can't find there. Great for daily items you need in a pinch, unique items, and for a hands-on experience.

My father (who passed at age 94) would drive down to this store several times per week to "check…read morewhether Shoe City has..." whatever item he "needed that day:" whether large or small, he knew after centuries of shopping there that they carry unique goods not found in most hardware stores. Even though their prices are generally HIGHER than elsewhere, he knew what he needed, wanted, and was a LOYAL & LONGTIME customer. After he passed, I would walk to Shoe City whenever I needed something, or walk in and browse as I passed those opened doors. I soon found for myself that their Customer Service is "spotty" & the stock they carry has diminished over the years. ON MY LAST VISIT, I stopped in to ask whether it was possible to special order components for an obscure/vintage "Weiser" doorknob. The older gentleman, who I believe is the owner, came up to me, rudely & very dismissively insisting that in 30+ years in the business he had "NEVER heard of the brand!" BOTTOM LINE: Perhaps Shoe City Hardware was once a great local hardware store with staff that helped customers find hard-to-find pieces nowhere else available. But now their GENERAL MERCHANDISE items are pricey & limited to 1 or 2 brands. And sadly, those unique/ classic "gems" that once kept loyal customers coming back have become leftovers from "old inventory" & no longer replenished. They have not had the simple, common items/solutions I'd been shopping for during my past 5 visits. I fear they are biding time until they go out of business. I wish them well. - a Disenchanted "Father's Little Girl"

My experience with Johnson as a contractor wasn't good. Getting credited back for damaged goods…read moreproved to be a nightmare.

Emilie was fantastic to work with. From our first meeting to our last, she was professional,…read moreefficient and really creative. The cabinets she sells are beautifully crafted and offer a lot of options. I would recommend Carriagetown Kitchens to anyone!

We had a tremendous experience working with Emilie at Carriagetown Kitchens...She was very…read moreknowledgeable and was able to provide suggestions to our plan...We had a couple of occasions when we needed to make changes and those were done seamlessly...The quality of the cabinets that we chose exceeded my expectations...They all arrived in perfect condition and were ready for installation as soon as we received them...As a property investor, we have had the opportunity to install many kitchens and when we install our next kitchen we will definitely use Carriagetown again!.....