A true gem of a hardware store! So glad to have this place to go to when a project has hit a snag -- Kevin always has a suggestion or a solution! His repair service is superlative too... he has fixed two lawnmowers for me and both ran like new when I got them back. Need an obscure fastener? If he doesn't have it, his dad at Camp Washington Hardware probably will! I have been and will continue to be a happy and loyal patron! read more

My go-to spot for my hardware needs with personalized help, and these folks are experts. If they dont have it, they WILL get it for you. Support Stores Like This! read more

Went there needing fender washers machine screws slightly larger than #8, and longer than the ones I have, for my antique dresser's handles. I was met at the door by a friendly young man (need to get his name next time) who asked how he could help. I showed him the screw. He knew exactly what it was, what I needed, and immediately got them and the fender washers. He even helped me sort out a separate issue and pointed me towards the store where I could find those things as they didn't have all of what I need. What a classy guy! And what a gem we have right here in Northside. Definitely my go-to hardware store. read more

I literally come here way to often looking for something I don't know the correct name of. In my ignorance they are usually really patient and ask questions to help them figure out what I'm describing. It's almost a game because I never know the name of what I need and have to resort to drawing picture and giving a visual description. To their credit they always lead me to the item I need. This never happens at the bigger box stores! I really like this place and they have tons of items in the store. It's worth going in and exploring! It's the only hardware store between Clifton and Mt Healthy on Hamilton Ave so I'm in here often. Not so humbly submitted, King Michael C. read more

Love it here!!! Been coming to this location since a child when it was Ace Hardware and mr bill was alive. Great to walk in and still feel that joy. I'm a woman but the hardware place is my go to lol. The guy with the dark hair is hilarious and makes it a joy to shop. He has helped me find the perfect shade of paints to paint my house,down to screw drivers. Wish I could give it 10 stars read more

Northside Hardware - Hardware Stores Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

In July I was fortunate to receive a second hand portable air conditioner. I was warned that as it pulls the moisture out of the air it'll be dripping water out the back of the unit where there's no tray to catch it. I tried putting a tray in the back but it filled up too fast! This led me to go to my local hardware store #northsidehardware for a hose that would let the water just drain out the window. On my first visit there I received such a warm greeting even though I literally arrived when they were trying to lock the door & close up. I bought a hose I thought would fit perfectly on the back of the unit unfortunately it was too small. So I returned a second time. This time I also received excellent service. When I walked out I had a larger size hose & a new house key. I was impressed at how quickly they made the key. When I got home and put it in the lock it worked perfectly. I wish I could say the same thing about the hose. Now it was too big! Very frustrating! I couldn't come up with an adapter to let me use one of the hoses that l had so I went to a larger hardware store to buy an in between size hose. Despite this I've nothing to complain about regarding #northsidehardware. It was my fault for getting the wrong size and the price was very reasonable. I will gladly go back to this store because the 2 men that run the place are truely concerned about helping to solve your hardware problems. Until next time stay healthy and be kind to each other. #northsidehardware #hamiltonavenue #northside @yelpcincy #hoses #keysmade read more

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Bill for King of Northside! I would vote for his reign anyday, especially the day when people are allowed to vote for kings. May his reign last another 900 Northsidian years at least. So you walk in and it is just stuff. Floor to ceiling stuff. And I cannot determine the categories or groupings of where the stuff goes. There are two main aisles which cannot accommodate more than one person-width at a time. You walk on down to the island of Bill's Throne. He may be watching something on a 8 inch black and white tv that is jammed about 20 feet away in yet another wall/mound of great stuff. Ace Hardware and Electric is everything you want in a local hardware and more. You have to ask for anything you want because there is no freakin' way you are going to find it. He'll probably quote you the price within the dollar for whatever you seek, often spot on even. He'll prompt one of his gophers to go 'down there about halfway, middle shelf, between the...' and sure enough there it will be. His staff is hilariously irreverent and very helpful too. They only take cash and check and the door reminds you of this fact. Prepare to be amazed. Bill is a local and perhaps international hero. Go give him your business. read more

Ace H&E is one of the last great neighborhood hardware stores in Cincy. it;s survival is all due to Bill and lately Bob, Northside heroes. A few years back Bill was chosen as the annual 4th of July parade captain. Yes, Northside loves Ace all that much. Please be careful when entering this space. Forget browsing, whatever you want it is here but you can't find it. Just ask Bob or staff, they'll ask Bill, he knows everything. Wonderful story: Despite it's name it has no connection with the national Ace Hdwe folks. This store has been Ace since 1949, three years before the national Ace. It's a DoitBest outlet. Good name. Lately the hours are Noon til 8pm, Mon thru Sat and 1-6 on Sunday. When I first moved to Clifton there were three hardwares near UC plus Bill's in Northside. All the others are gone. When I moved from Clifton to Northside I thought Ace a weird spot until I realized what a vital part of Northside it is -- and that the secret is to ask for what you want. read more

Northside Hardware - Bill at Ace - Hardware Stores Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

When I lived in Northside, I loved to go down to the Ace for anything, Bill is very personable. He also remembered what I purchased the last time and asked how everything was working out. If there were more Bill's in the world it would be great! read more

I'd been working on a project all day and ran into a stupid issue. They did not have the piece I needed, but, MADE me one from a similar item! That is customer service. I will always go there. Awesome! read more

I am a major klutz, so this store scared me a little bit. I was in the neighborhood and I needed to pick up some paint. I walked in and froze a little bit. It is a very cluttered store and I stood there for a second, not knowing whether to move left, right, forward or where to start looking for the items I needed. Enter the amazing staff. They asked if I needed help finding anything within seconds of me walking in. They were very helpful and I was able to get my items and get out of there without hurting myself. read more

IT says don't review if you're connected to the owner. If you grew up in Northside as I did in the 60's thru the 80's all the families and business owners had a connection and Bill at ACE Hardware still tries to continue that relationship with customers. To this Day just like the items in the store he knows us and by name.... just like Phil over at Park Chili..... Bill's favorite restaurant at least back in the day. Bill was born April 11th, 1925 and hopefully anyone that has ever known him, or of him, shopped there or knew of family members that did........ Will take the TIME TO SEND HIM A BIRTHDAY CARD THIS YEAR....... I HOPE WE GET ENOUGH PEOPLE TO DO SO THAT IT WILL MAKE NEWS ATTENTION. THANKS FOR STEPPING UP IF YOU DO TO SHOW THANKS FOR THE SERVICE PROVIDED..... ON CRANKY DAYS AS WELL AS NON-CRANKY ONES read more

Thank you Kevin for your help! Love that the store is now clean and organized!

I called Ace in Northside at 13:20 on Feb 24th 2011 to see if they had hex wrenches. The guy on the phone didn't even know what a hex wrench was. Then he figured out that an allen wrench and a hex wrench were the same thing. I asked him what brand of wrench they carried and he told me he wasn't going to go look and that I had to come into the store. I then started to ask another question and he hung up on me! Rude, Ignorant, Asshole. What a shame. read more

Bill has EVERYTHING! and if he ain't got it, you don't need it. I work for Lowes, but we still take a trip to Bill's when we have a non run of the mill, unusual item that needs replacement. We have never been disappointed! Thanks Bill! read more

I live in Northside and love, love Bill's Ace Hardware. It is a treasure. Bill knows where to find everything (even though merchandise is crammed and piled to the ceiling), and he always has guys around who will help. The store is open into the night, so I can just go there when I'm in the middle of a project and need something. If I need help with a job at home like ripping out a carpet, drywalling the ceiling, fixing a lawnmower, Bill has someone for me who can do the job. I support this fantastic neighborhood hardware store. read more

Bill's just awesome! He might not see you for a year or two but he'll still remember you. When you walk through the door, It feels like you've stepped back into the 1940's or 50's. Whatever you want, they've got it...you probably won't be able to find it, but that's part of the fun of Bill's Ace Hardware & Electric! Tell him what you want and he'll tell ya where it is! "Sure we've got tack pullers...go about halfway up on the wall...see the Phillips head screw drivers on that peg...look behind it I think I've got three left" and sure enough, he's right! He knows that store inside and out, backwards and forwards! He's just a great guy who's loved by the whole community! I'll drive 30-45 minutes depending on traffic because I know he'll have what I want, but mostly it's just to see an old friend who cares about everyone. read more

They've done a great job with the place, making it clean and organized. The staff is extremely friendly and helpful, I go there a lot and they almost always have what I need. Great store read more

Thank you for being willing to risk burning down your store and personal injury in order to drill a hole into a deceptively marketed IKEA sink. Wouldn't accept extra tip, either. Turned a very stressful home kitchen delay into almost-fun. read more

This is the hardware store at the end of the universe, the glorious place where everything can be accomplished.. These buys can rescreen doors, rewire chandeliers, find that odd bit of hardware, they are truly extra read more

Bill W. is absolutely right! If you grew up in Northside you had a connection to the hardware store. I know people reading this would wonder how an entire neighborhood can be so attached to a place that sells hardware??? Well the answer is Bill. Although it is hard to explain you could kinda compare it to Floyd s barbershop in Mayberry, even if you don't need a haircut your still going to stop in just to say hey! I am planning to take a trip back to the old neighborhood very soon to take some pics of where I grew up for the kids, and Ace Hardware will be one of my first stops! I grew up in Northside in the 70's & 80's and Ace is the one place I know I will be able to walk into and it will be exactly the same as it was when I was 10 years old! Bill would also have my vote for King, he is an admired pillar of the community! Everyone in the neighborhood would be able to tell you a story about the store, as when I was about 12 my dad sent me to pick up some items, and I brought my pet mouse Rusty along in my shirt pocket. I was standing in the single file line up by Bill's old wooden cash register when Rusty decided to poke his head up and get some air! The lady in line in front of me saw him, she screamed very loudly, dropped all of her merchandise and ran out of the store screaming. Bill was returning from a trip to the back and asked what happened just about the time he spotted Rusty. He just laughed and said that little fellow must be responsible. Truly one of the nicest guys you will ever meet! read more