A hidden gem for fair pricing, patient service, and knowledgeable key cutting!…read more After searching around Ventura County for someone I could trust, I visited Franklin's Ace Hardware at 7838 Telegraph Road in Ventura to have two customer-supplied aftermarket key blanks cut for my 2011 Toyota RAV4 Sport V6. Jerry and another helpful gentleman were honest from the beginning that outside blanks can sometimes be difficult to duplicate and that a perfect result could not be guaranteed. I appreciated their transparency. Rather than immediately cutting both keys, we carefully experimented with the first blank and tested it. Once we confirmed that it worked, I decided to have the second one cut as an additional emergency backup. The second key needed some extra adjustment, but Jerry remained patient and worked on it until it functioned properly. He was kind, careful, knowledgeable, and never made me feel rushed. Both employees provided the type of sincere, hands-on customer service that can be difficult to find. My particular key-cutting service was only $7.99. Franklin's has different pricing tiers depending on the key and the work involved, so not every key will necessarily cost the same. However, their pricing was extremely reasonable compared with the $70-$75 quotes I received from other mobile and storefront key duplicators merely to cut a blank that I already owned. I understand that programmed transponder keys, remotes, and specialized automotive services can cost significantly more. For someone who needs a basic mechanical backup key for emergency access, however, Franklin's Ace provided an honest, sensible, and affordable solution. A spare key may seem like a small thing until someone is locked out of a vehicle. I am very grateful to Jerry and his colleague for taking my concerns seriously and helping me leave with two useful backup keys. I highly recommend this Franklin's Ace Hardware location to customers in Ventura, Oxnard, Port Hueneme, and the Naval Base Ventura County area who are looking for friendly, knowledgeable, and fairly priced key-cutting assistance. This store is a true hidden gem, and the staff genuinely lives up to the Ace Hardware promise of being "The Helpful Place."

I just can't say enough about this place, I continually come back to make a review and see that I…read morejust did one ‍ Reason being is, every time, and I MEAN, 100% of the time problems arise, at my house, I am quick to tell my husband "let's go to Ace Hardware first!!!" he's always wanting to go to straight to Lowe's or Home Depot, claiming there's no way Ace Hardware has "this piece". I always say, "let's go to first and rule them out, [as if that's the case, but it never is, as they always have what we need], & if they don't have it, we can go to the bigger places, but Ace NEVER DISAPPOINTS‼ I say that with great certainty. One time it was a vacuum cleaner belt, (I mean, seriously, this was a longshot, but there it was), another, was a certain paint, this time it was a hot water hose for my washing machine and the Good Lord knows, a mom cannot go without her washing machine for long I mean, the list goes on and on. They even had a variety of lengths. My husband was quick to say, "I knew they wouldn't have the right length...", and THERE it was!!! We also had to get a fixture, for the hose and the employee would not let us leave without testing at first on his own products. The variety is unmatched. I cannot tell you how many times I've been able to just run next-door to my neighbor, Franklin's Ace Hardware, and get what I need. No travel needed. The prices are unbelievable, I always figure they're going to be a little bit more because it's a smaller business, but that is just NOT THE CASE. I am more pleased, every time I'm there. So to break it down, no travel and no wallet, busting. Please neighbors, let's keep this place in business as they are game changers and NEVER let me down Recap; *in the neighborhood, *inventory and variety; unmatched, *employees; knowledgeable, and most importantly, *prices; wallet, friendly!!! Lets go Franklin's Ace Hardware‼

I was running errands but realized I had to get a few items to finish a last minute project. I had…read moremy dog with me who I brought into the store and did not have any issues with staff. Come to think of it, I found out they are dog friendly. The staff assisted me with locating the items I needed. They had the selection I needed without having to go to another location. They also have a large garden area that I will have to visit for my Spring gardening.

I have to compliment Dillion in nursery. He is so helpful and knows a lot of plants and planters…read more He goes out of his way to search for options. I also like the fact they have cats for DIY, and now keep them in the upstairs so they don't get attacked by coyotes or run over by cars. DIY have beautiful flower plants too. Better than most places.

Where to start. Restocking fee if bought over a week ago - for common landscaping bulbs??? Old…read moreschool rip off techniques. Same item purchased days apart with different prices. A bulb was 6.00 one day, and same bulb was 6.95 4 days later. Depends on who rings you up and how much they want to make that day. Staying away from now on..

I walked in and asked where the pendant lighting was and the guy acts like I just asked if the sky…read morewas blue or not. Then, he rudely points over to the most minuscule amount of pendant lights as if it was the most obvious thing ever. Not a good idea to be rude to a customer off the bat, but then after I looked at the very much lacking display of pendant lighting, I had a conversation in the parking lot, and I was yelled at by another employee that they were closing. They didn't close for another 20 minutes. Safe to say I will never be back, especially because they are not open on weekends. How is the general public supposed to be able to go and see anything in a storefront if they are only open from 7am to 4:30 pm daily? A combination of the dismissive, rude, and unprofessional staff and the business hours make this establishment a no-go for me, and anyone who asks for my advice about lighting stores in the future. Anybody would be better off shopping at Lowe's or Home Depot.

G & S Building Supplies is a family run supply yard that is a Ventura tradition. I've been going…read morethere as long as I can remember. My grandfather used to take me with him when I was a kid. The staff are friendly, knowledgeable, attentive and helpful. They almost always seem to be able to find the items that I need, or suggest an alternative! Great inventory and great service.

This place always has what you need when you're in a pinch. The owner is super knowledgeable and is…read moreable to direct you to the right tools for the job.

New location for One Stop Lighting, and it's quite spectacular. If you are looking for lighting,…read morethis is your place to shop. We were looking for a statement chandelier, and omg, we found one. We are elated. Dan and staff are terrific, extremely helpful, have great energy and enthusiastic about finding something you will like. They have many choices in their lovely showroom, but catalog after catalog if need be. Totally recommend.

When designing my clients homes there are so many details to cover. I want to bring to my clients…read morethe best resources in the business. When it comes to Lighting, I always go to Dan at One Stop Lighting. He is knowledgeable and has a great sense of style. He understands project and timelines, making creative and critical decisions to move the process along smoothly. One Stop is my only lightning source.

Helping a buddy's parents out in Cam. Realized halfway through the drive from Moorpark that there…read morewere a couple of things I might need. Stopped in there and it was a flash back to when I used to live in Camarillo back in the 80's and I'd go in there with my Dad. Super helpful, super knowledgable and a place that has literally everything, minus the snarky chortles in the back room. Will definitely put a trip out to Somis on my weekly to get the odds and ends that most places have, and the ones that most places don't. Definitely worth the drive

Love this place! If Home Depot, Lowe's, Do it Center, and Ace don't have what you are looking for…read moregive this establishment a try! I actually go here first, and they usually have what I need and want. It's like an old time general store for hardware, and that is fun. The owners are very knowledgable and can lend advice while they get what you're looking for. No more chasing down an associate. They not only find what you're looking for, they pick it out and hand it to you or take it to the register for you. Service with a smile!

Hands down only place you should go when painting anything. Dale and staff are so helpful so…read moreknowledgeable. The customer service is second to none. They also have an unbelievable selection of paint and the right tools to use for the job as far as price goes. I think they are extremely reasonable possibly even too cheap. You truly will have a five star experience like I always do.

I had a partially used can of paint that I needed to get rid of. Not supposed to just put it in the…read moretrash. I called Catalina Paints and explained that I hadn't purchased the can of paint from them but I needed to dispose of it properly. No problem. Just bring it in to them and they will make sure it is disposed of properly. Great customer service for someone who really wasn't a customer. They will be my first stop next time I need paint.

This is a new location and the store is very big. They pretty much have most household DIY tools…read moreand material here. They have some stain options and metal paint here. There's a garden section out back and the staff is always helpful. They have cable extensions here.

it was a long time coming for Ventura to have our own Ace Hardware. The staff is friendly and very…read moreknowledgeable. I recently needed an adaptor and was clueless. I got assistance right away and got the part that I needed.