I purchased a grill from Shattuck Ace Hardware several years ago and tried to order replacement…read moreparts. I sent pictures of all the places I could find but apparently neither of them were the model and serial number which was needed to order the right parts. So the store manager passed my information on to John Wheatley the store owner. He started texting me around 7AM on a Saturday morning and refused to schedule a convenient time didn't give his name or any context. Just said.. "hey I need to come look at your grill". When John came on into my property and was condescending about the state of my grill and suggested that I get a new one before even opening it (the only issue is that I have been unable to order the typical replacement parts).The manager's rude tone was unacceptable. Next time I'll try to be a white man.

I live out of state but frequent this store often, as my mother lives nearby. They have always…read morebeen pleasant, helpful, and knowledgeable. On the rare occasion they haven't had what I'm looking for, they were quick to steer me to another store that would likely carry that item. It's always been my first stop once I get that "to do" list. I'm not opposed to big box stores. They obviously can carry a greater inventory. But please shop your local merchant first. Do you really want to drive 20 minutes, park a football field away, spend another 20 minutes hunting down your drywall anchors, painters tape, and toilet flush valve, only to have the security alarm go off when you leave?

How does great become even better? By paying attention to the little things and dedication to…read moreserving customers. And this dear readers is what Vanderhoof's is all about. Scott and team not only know this business they are committed to serving. I've shared earlier stories and here is another. This past weekend I brought in a pair of garden shears I thought I'd lost and it turned out I left them in the garden all fall and winter. They were rusted beyond recognition and I was so embarrassed to bring them to Scott to see what was possible. Scott smiled as I showed him my buried treasure and asked if I had a few minutes to wait. With that he disappeared into his workshop with the rusted shears. Not even 10 minutes later Scott reappears with an even bigger smile. The shears are good as new and we both wish we had a before picture ( see the after picture below). So there we have it friends. Another memorable moment in my Vanderhoof Hardware journey. Thanks Scott and Thomas for all you do. Enjoy!

great service, well stocked, usually easy parking out on the street. nice to have a local hardware…read morethat helps answer questions

I'm a woman and I love doing small repairs and maintenance around our home. I always ask lots of…read morequestions and get good advice from the Wanamaker/True Value staff. Been shopping here since we purchased our home over 50 years ago! I have one little gripe, I'm an early riser and ready to start my projects at 6:30am, I do need a few things this morning! Lol!!!

I've been going to the hardware store all my life and I can't say anything bad about them. Sure…read morethere are bigger hardware stores but I always feel like I'm cheating on Wanamaker Sid I go there. If you want knowledge and a quick in and out of the store experience this is the place to go

Super helpful staff, very friendly. Found everything I needed for an upcoming move and quickly!read more

very helpful service yesterday. they always have given me good advice=but the help from sue and…read moremike in paint dept was awesome,, thank you.

The main reason why I use Tags is their location in Porter Square. I find that the staff are…read morefriendly and try to be helpful. However, the pricing is extremely high compared to some other big box stores or ACE hardware locations outside of the city. I highly recommend using their order online for in store pickup for the best pricing since the store will follow the online pricing vs the shelf sticker price. Online orders come with a paper bag that has a handle which makes it nice and easy to carry out. There are two floors to the store, with the majority of home improvement things being on the lower level.

They're friendly but not helpful--in fact, "incompetent" is the word I'd use. Here's what happened…read moreon my last two visits to Tags: I brought in a screen door to be rescreened. It took two weeks, and the screen fell off the moment I reinstalled it. I also had a key copied. It didn't work. I ended up taking both the door and key to Inman Hardware. They fixed the screen and made a key that actually worked. Buy stuff at Tags if you want, but don't count on them for even basic jobs.

Drake was very helpful getting my table lamp socket replaced and it only took 2 days to get it…read moreback. Very reasonable price. Thanks Drake.

I hesitated to bother to write this, but I will never go back.....unfortunately i did not go on the…read moreright day where the nice man who is always helpful was working, but instead the arrogant and most unhelpful guy at the register with a major attitude...or maybe just with women......described what I wanted...."downstairs aisle....._____" I looked for at least 10 min...no help....was going to get several gallons of paint....so I did get the 3 samples I needed, but will be going right to the BM store.....left and not a word was said to me....

Been coming here for years, best hardware store around. Great people working here, too. Always…read moreeager to help you with whatever you need.

Greens Hardware has the best service of any hardware store. Knowledgeable helpful friendly staff…read more I would never trade that service for the vacuum that characterizes the big box stores.

To all the younger staff - You should probably not be condescending and rude when a customer has a…read morequestion. If they aren't of your generation - there's no need to be as verbally nasty as you were to one of your customers. That's the problem with your generation - you show no respect. Karma is a wonderful thing. Grow up.

A model for what a local hardware store should be. Staffed by a mix of adults who know exactly how…read moreto help you. They also employ local kids who are usually pretty helpful, though they are just teenagers so manage your expectations! They are kids working a first job, and I see a lot of people (both in the store and on Yelp) mistake inexperience with rudeness. Selection is good for a local place, though more niche items may require a trip to a larger place. Importantly, they do not carry much of anything in terms of wood and lumber, though they have a decent power tool section, including Craftsman, Milwaukee, and Stihl. Painting, plumbing, hand tools, grilling, house care, yard care, and screws are examples of the areas they cover pretty well. Value is good as well, matching or beating that of places like Lowes or HD, and Ace is a local mainstay.