Being a kid from the 50s and '60s, all I knew were Mom and Pop stores. The candy store was owned by the Zimmermans, the bakery was owned by Sal and Dom, and the grocery store was owned by the D'Alessio family. Hard to find those anymore unless you head down Bessemer Avenue to McKnight Hardware. That place is Mom and Pop through and through. I have been going to McKnight Hardware since I moved to this neighborhood over 20 years ago and the staff rarely changes. The store is incredibly convenient and although I've never priced compared them with a Walmart or Home Depot, I'm happy to pay the price and support the OG hardware store in the area. Over the years I have seen many young men and women who started as teen helpers become cashiers and managers. The place has a family feel and the staff always knows exactly what they are talking about! It's also my go-to when I need to make some keys! I can always count on McKnight for whatever my needs are. Whether I'm looking for bird seed or glue or paint or a nail, they have it! I recently bought my weed whacker from them and I love how they are right down the street from me if I need it to be serviced, which I recently did. They used to have a pretty extensive garden nursery but it has slowed down over the years. In the early years I was even able to buy some lily pads! Lol But all of your other departments are well stocked and well priced and it's so nice to have a staff person that knows what they are talking about! There is plenty of parking right up front and it's conveniently located on Bessemer Avenue. I encourage you to patronize this place. It breaks my heart to see so many wonderful stores like McKnight Hardware shut down and give way to the big chains. We want to keep places with that Mom and Pop feel and this place deserves to continue to serve this neighborhood for years to come! read more

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McKnight Hardware is a one stop shop if you're looking for unique screws and bolts that you can't find at the big box stores. The main thing I shop there for are the keys! You can get different colors and even your favorite team. The prices are a great and the items are a good value compared to other places. Check them out! read more

I visited there today and was immediately welcomed by the young lady at the register...nice. I said I needed their light bulb expert and she directed me to the correct isle and called for someone to help me. I didn't get his name but he was so diligent to find me the right bulb. And he has GORGEOUS hair. I've never seen hair so gorgeous on a man. Wow. I saw another gentleman helping another lady, so I'm impressed with the service at this store. I'll skip over big box hardware stores and head there the next time I need something hardware-ish. It was a lovely home-town shopping experience. read more

When I was a kid I wanted to own a hardware store. I wanted to have high quality tools. I wanted to have a person who worked on power equipment. I wanted to have experts around to answer questions. In retrospect, I'm glad I didn't! I would have had to compete with McKnight Hardware, and they have it down! I have bought some big ticket items lately from McKnight. I bought one of those sprayers the mosquito people use, and a big green egg. Both times I was treated like I was the most important customer they had! The owner's grandson came out to deliver and set up my egg! Sometimes I go in just with questions and get the same treatment! It's the sort of thing you don't get at the big stores, and it's why I drive out of my way to go to McKnight! read more

I went to this location to see if they would service my leaf blower. As I walked to the back of the store to that department, the guy was on the phone but asked if I needed help. I asked if they serviced this type of leaf blower and he said no only Stihl. I wanted to ask another question but he just walked away. That was very rude. read more

A real old school gem of a hardware store. It is loaded with all kinds of stuff, most of which you have no idea what it could be used for. They make keys, have stuff for your lawn and garden, have stuff to unstuff your sink, have fishing gear, mail boxes, water hoses, all manner of light bulbs, flashlights, stuff to fight varmints, hoses, insulation of all sorts, and a lot of stuff you feel you need, but are not exactly sure why. The folks here are friendly and helpful. Cool place. read more

Mcknight Hardware - Hardware Stores Near Me - Greensboro, North Carolina

The best customer service in the city. This place blew me away with their responsiveness and help. Way to go!

You know how sometimes you just need a little help in a hardware store? You're looking for some weird metric screw or a very specific paintbrush or a kind of glue that you don't know the name of but it's got to hold 2 pieces of metal together? And you can never find an employee? Come here. They seemingly have everything in stock and the employees go out of their way to help you. I mean, above and beyond. Skip the big box vortex next time and come to a real hardware store. read more

Everything in this place was so well organized. Love they were respectful and kind not only to me but my service dog as well. Makes you feel you walked into a true Mom and Pop shop. Great people read more

The best hardware store ever! Sales associates are always pleasant and helpful. You never have to hunt anyone down or at least wait too long before receiving assistance. They carry a good variety of merchandise and seem to be very knowledgeable about all of it.This hardware store has a small town feel to it. So much more convenient than going to a big box store. It's a real gem! read more