Came in here 8 mins before close, needed to grab 1 item from the back. Guy in the back said it's too bulky come back tomorrow, there's only 2 people. I said ok - as i walked out, 2 more employees were standing in the front. All I can saw is this young curly hair employee was lazy - but what you expect from these workers? read more

This is at the El Cerrito store. Just a simple "hello" would have been nice. I walked around that store at least 4 times and not one employee spoke or offered assistance. FYI Harbor Freight WOMEN USE TOOLS TOO!! Sincerely, Female Builder. read more

Great place to get tools - start with these - if they break buy something more expensive. You really don't need the best of everything in your tool shed or garage. A good rule of thumb is to buy tools for the first time that are not the best or most expensive. Chances are you will use it once or lose it before it breaks. Interestingly enough even if you buy a low price tool here they have a great return policy or warranty policy. I've only used it twice - once for a polisher and another time for a saw - both that died. If I remember right with my phone number they pulled up the receipt and gave me another at no cost. I don't know their exact warranty policy or how long it lasts. Every time I come in its quick at the register which I like. read more

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Have purchased all my tools and gadgets here for the past 3-4 years. If you can't find something, they are willing to get it for you. If you have a coupon for an item, they will look at it, cause they are always running ads. Good place to shop. read more

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Harbor Freight has the gloves that I use to operate my Bus during workdays. I've purchased the sheep skin yellow gloves and they last me about 6 or more months of use. They are priced just right. Thank you Harbor Freight read more

They are in the old Big 5 sports. I remember getting painters hats there when I was a kid. It was a dumb fad but the hats were cheap and I could get one there. We were driving by and my husband asked to go in. I took him and he complains about this place, but he always comes out with an armload full of stuff that he can use. They are just fine. read more

Harbor Freight Tools is a popular retailer that specializes in providing a wide range of tools and equipment at affordable prices. Their products are of decent quality and provide excellent value for the average person doing general household tasks and wrenching. They have everything you need and it's less headache than trying to shop at huge Home Depot or Lowes. If you're an actual contractor or mechanic, you're probably going to shop elsewhere for big-ticket items. One thing I appreciate about Harbor Freight Tools is its vast selection of products. They have everything from hand tools to power tools, automotive equipment, and even welding supplies. I needed to grab some tarps and tie-down straps to cover our firewood pile in the backyard before the rain hit. They had a huge selection of different sizes and I was able to find exactly what I needed. read more

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I've bought so many things here. I love this place. They don't always donitbey right but I'm a lifer.

Long time HF shopper and I live closer to the Vallejo location so that has always been my go to. I recently started working around the corner from this HF so I thought I'd drop in and check it out. I don't know if it is the time of day I have been going but it's great walking in and it not being overcrowded with a long line. The store appears nicely kept and stocked and the employees are always really friendly. I needed help locating items both times I was there and it was easy to find someone and they were very helpful. As long as I am in the area I'll continue to come here instead of other locations! read more

I've been waiting for this location to open. They are in the former Big 5 building. The store is clean, well stocked with all sorts of tools and the employees are friendly and helpful. I was after a couple of furniture dollies and picked them up for a very reasonable price. Make sure to check their coupons for additional discounts. They have a large carpark in back, so don't worry about parking in the street. Forms of payment include Apple/Google pay. read more

They have a great selection and tools great prices I came in, not knowing anything about how to solder and I met with Raúl Lucas great guy gave me everything. He even found the welding wire that I need for soldering. He went to the back to find what was out he , found it in stockroom, and he literally went out he was , work and I ask for help he knew where everything was but the things I need were out because the shelf was empty. He stopped doing what he was doing to help me out and show me the soldering how to do it and even gave me an opinion on the wire sizing everything great person and definitely will come back to my favorite store Harbor freight. Thank you Raúl you went above and beyond to help me thank you read more

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Update to my last review: I just received my credit card statement and saw that, although I was promised a refund after all the haggling with the return, the refund was not executed by the supervisor, resulting in my feeling tricked. I had to resort to my credit card company in order to receive the refund. The supervisor from Harbor Freight, named "Ricky" had assured me that the refund would be effected, but did not issue a receipt. Now I know why. read more

Poor customer service. Stopped in today to purchase some drill bits on sale. Employees were confused and didn't know which drill bits were in the ad. I had printed the coupon. The ad said reg price was $18 but the only items they had were either $17 reg price or $21. I chose the $17 ones to get the sale price. Same brand. Nope. Can't use those. I'd have to come back. Really? Do they think I'm wasting gas at $5+ per gallon. Nope to them. Held up the entire line while they figured out they didn't have these. The other check out was also looking for the same item. For a dollar? Note to Harbor Freight. If you have a sale, make sure you have the items and train your employees. read more

We missed the entrance. The sign is on the building. The sign also is in the middle off the street. You have to enter and park in the back. A lot of parking. Three handicapped spots. I was looking for painting supplies. The employee was very helpful. read more

There definitely has been an improvement in the staff. I had to go in over the weekend to look for some wheel covers and a staff member went above and beyond to help look for it. Not sure if training improved or they hired better workers, regardless it's heading in the right direction. read more

Store is clean and never have an issue finding what I need. The tool are a good quality for the price, and I do love Harbor Freights prices.

I was initially crowing at the prospect of a local Harbor Freight! On my second visit I walked out. That was the official "Grand Opening" last week. No signs. No balloons. No "really big discounts" that the cashier had promised me the week before. I made a special trip and had spread the word to friends. The "big discount" was 30% off up to 5 items less than $10. The lines weren't long but excruciatingly slow. Not worth the time. Come on, El Cerrito Harbor Freight. Please do better than this! read more

Highly recommend if you're in search for quality tools at a very fair price!! Went there today and picked up a few items at a fraction of the price of what Home Depot and Lowe's charges. The team members were very helpful and I was able to find everything I needed. read more

Great customer service, and I never have a problem finding what I need. I own a moving company and come here regularly when I'm in a pinch and need moving supplies last minute. I come here because the prices are far more reasonable than prices at Home Depot for moving blankets, ratchet straps, and plastic wrap. Check for coupons online, which beings the cost down even more. read more

This is the first Harbour Freight I've ever been too and I'm so happy that it's in my area. Please ignore the other negative reviews, the store is nice and clean, the parking lot is huge and the staff is super friendly and they also play good music lol. The store seems to be fully stocked from what I've seen and man the prices are just so good! The coupons actually are worth it and make a difference and it looks like they give away free stuff occasionally on certain dates when you buy something which is pretty cool I've never seen another store do that. Lucy is awesome by the way and the rest of the staff has been helpful and friendly every time I've come in. This store definitely deserves more stars. Check it out read more

Terrible service and rules. I bought one auger snake by mistake two days ago with no Beatty and not able to return not even use it yet . They asked for 20% restocking fee which is BS . No wonder they have no customers. The place so empty. I will never come back again :( read more

This is my 2nd time in this store and both times I have had a unwelcoming experience. I was excited to know that a harbor freight opened in my neighborhood once one of my favorite stores. 1st experience I had browsing the store I was followed the whole time as if i was trying to steal. 2nd time I am asking for assistance and people that work here have no knowledge. I go to check out and coincidentally both workers take breaks at the same time?? Then laugh that I need assistance at check out? This place is terrible not only in work ethic but lacks knowledge as well as discriminatory practices. I will be messaging corporate as well. Unacceptable especially in a diverse community as ours. read more