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TL;DR: I was asked to move a heavy flat cart loaded with three long bags of potting soil with a…read morelong shovel to another register. When I said, "I don't want to go to the next register. I want to check out here," no one offered to help. Instead, the cashier at the first register told me I was being rude and then refused to check us out, turning what should have been a routine checkout into an embarrassing public scene that ultimately ended with a manager checking us out. My mother has been shopping at McLendon's in Woodinville for decades and was taken aback by the way we were treated. We had already spent most of the day buying gardening supplies and had loaded and unloaded heavy items before coming to McLendon's for a few more things. We ended up with two carts, including a heavy flat cart carrying three long bags of potting soil with a long shovel balanced across the top. It wasn't just heavy--it was awkward to maneuver, especially around tight corners. At checkout, I was directed to another register. I started to move the cart, but the cashier was facing a different aisle and said he couldn't scan the bags from where he was. It quickly became apparent that I would have to maneuver the cart around a very tight corner by myself while keeping the load balanced. The other option was to back up and come around another way, which would have required moving my mother and her cart. My mother has neuropathy in her feet and is very unsteady, so neither option was practical. The cashier did not offer to help move the cart, reposition himself, or assist with the bags in any way. I went back to the first register and said, "I want to check out here." She again told me I needed to move to the next register. I said, with admittedly some tired exasperation, "I don't want to. I want to check out here." After I said that, the woman at the first register very loudly told me I was being rude. I asked, "Are you going to check us out?" She simply stood there for a time without responding. My mother, who is 80 years old, had been standing there watching the entire interaction. She even said to her, "Isn't the customer always right?" By that point, the exchange had drawn the attention of another customer, who inserted himself into the situation and began insulting me. Finally, after being loudly lectured, the cashier said she would have to get her manager, waved her hands in the air, said, "I can't do this," and left to get him. The volume of her voice and her visible anger quickly drew the attention of several customers, turning what should have been a routine checkout into an embarrassing public scene. The manager ultimately came over and checked us out. He, in stark contrast to her, was very nice. He looked to see if my mom had any coupons on file, then asked another employee to help load the soil into my car. What disappointed me most was how quickly this escalated. If either employee had simply offered to help with the cart, the entire situation could have been resolved in less than a minute. We had two carts that were part of the same purchase--one my mother was pushing and one I was pushing. Instead of asking us to move both carts, it would have been far easier to let the customer behind us proceed to the next register. I understand that stores have procedures, but good customer service also means recognizing when a customer is dealing with heavy, awkward merchandise and offering assistance. I sincerely hope management will use this as an opportunity to remind employees that a calm, solution-oriented approach--and a willingness to help a customer with a heavy load--can make all the difference. 7-6-26 Edit: After taking some time to reflect on what happened, I've updated this review to clarify the sequence of events. My mother remains just as upset as I am about the way we were treated. She would welcome the opportunity to speak with management if they would like to discuss what happened. We would genuinely like to feel comfortable shopping at McLendon's again, but that will depend on how this situation is handled.

Sadly Lloyd is no longer a manager at the store. He was a great manager that knew everything there…read morewas to know about mowers, edgers, etc. Not a pushy salesman, but rather very informative and helpful, personable and pleasant. I learned this location is a corporate Ace, not a local neighborhood one, which explains the inattentive sales staff (smug older white haired woman in the paint section in particular) & grumpy assistant manager. Totally lame & never going back. No concept of customer service.

Amazing selection and great customer service by the team of dedicated employees at the Lake Forest…read morePark store.

This is a smaller Ace store but it does have a good selection…read more We were greeted as we entered and asked if we needed assistance. Prices are moderate but the store is closer to the house so you save on time and gas. For quick shopping, call ahead and see if they have the item you need.

I spent over $450 on a lawn mower at the end of last summer. I used it ONE time. It wouldn't start…read morewhen I tried to do the first mow of this year. They were on the list of approved warranty repair companies so this is where I took it. They told me to try tipping the lawnmower on the side, drain all the gas and put in fresh gas. That didn't work. I picked it up today and they charged me $133 and said it wasn't covered under warranty. This has a two year warranty so I should not have paid a penny. Companies that do not back up the products they sell are not worth my business and do not deserve my money. I am a long time supporter of the local hardware but this just pushed me to the big box stores.

Very helpful people and easy to find what I"am looking for! Garden center is very nice too!read more

They are always well staffed with lots of knowledgable people who go out of their way to help you…read more There is always staff to check you out quickly. The place is amazing so it is my "go-to" hardware store. I have never had a bad experience there. It reminds me of how customer service was when I was a kid 60+ years ago.

I came to Stoneway feeling a bit overwhelmed and walked out w most of what I needed to tackle the…read morejob of Installing a USA faucet to European fittings. Ben was awesome. He patiently walked me thru every bit I needed measuring and testing connectors looking thru photos and never once made me feel I should know all this already. Which as a woman I truly appreciate that. Thank you Ben and Stoneway. We added one more fitting and a cutoff valve a friend happened to have on hand and our new faucet works great!!!!

I just have to rave about the great folks at Stone Way hardware. They are so helpful and once again…read morespent the time to help me get the pieces for a fairly comp project together.

They were SO HELPFUL!! Before calling Five Corners, I called two other hardware stores. I needed a…read morevery specific item to finish a home project. The previous two stores told me that they couldn't help. I called before going in, and was delighted to learn that they had what I need! When I got there, they were quick to point it out, remembering my phone call. Great selection & service, I'll be coming back :)

They always have what I need and always have knowledgeable people working to help if I have a…read morequestion. I love the variety of things they have, and they always have a quick restock if the item you need is out of stock. Been going here for 15 years now and wouldn't change a thing!

I LOVE Greenwood Hardware -- especially the people that work there! They are knowledgeable and…read morepatient with those of us that don't know what we are doing. I just finished a painting what was once a rusted out patio table. Greenwood Hardware it the best place to go for product and advice.

Ladies night! They had cheese, crackers, wine and beer. Cool that you also get 20% off everything…read morein the store. They also had a raffle that you didn't have to be present to win! Staff were super friendly and helpful.

It's hard not to think of the big box stores when it comes to hardware. I need to hit Ace first…read more They may not have every itm, but they have the most helpful staff, it's well arranged and the pricing is just as good as the big guys, with the exception of some loss leaders. It's fun to wander around a big box hardware store for 2-3 hours, but ve big box hardware stores but can spend 2 hours finding things. It can be fun if you have the time, but savings are usually only on individual loss-leaders, and wondering, "I wonder where this could be." Perhaps this could be called a "curated" hardware store. They don't carry the crap, but still have quality items at most price points. The only real negative here is parking, but evenings and weekends are not a problem and it may take a bit, but there's always something within 2 blocks. As I wander in Hero Ace, I have time to look at items and remember, "Oh, I need one of those."

Been here several times; so handy and perfect walkable location. Staff helpful but not pushy.read more

my experience is they do not remotely care about customer service. ADDITIONALLY, too old fashioned…read more I made a conscious decision to shop here. I live in totem lake McClendons & Home Depot are closer to me. I forgot my MAILED coupon, so I asked can I buy this $70 worth of stuff and bring the coupon and receipt next time and you adjust the receipt?? NOPE. can you just give me the $5 off NOPE. AT gas $5 a gallon they told me to go back home and come back. I said NOPE, IF YOU DONT WANT TO PROVIDE customer service makes no never mind to me. I will just go elsewhere. now they wasted good will and I won't go out of my way to support them. I didn't know they can just afford to not care about customer service. lucky them. p.s. if they would be modern and just tie the coupon to the phone number like McClendon does I wouldn't have to remember it!....welcome to the 21century

Stay away from this Ace Hardware, couldn't care less about their customers. They come up with any…read moreexcuse to not allow returns. I bought an $800 electric lawn mower and the first time using it I found the self propulsion was defective. I brought it back to the store within 2 weeks of purchase and was told that because it was used I can't exchange it. I said, "of course it is used, how else could I have found out it was defective." Then they said they wanted to take it in the back of store and test it out. I agreed. 40 minutes later the manager came back and said the machine and box is covered in oil and so it wasn't returnable. I told them it can't be covered in oil it is an electric mower and they don't use oil. Then he said, exactly you must have put oil in it. I adamately denied this accusation and they then said well we won't exchange it and I would have to go through the manufacturer. When I got home I inspected the machine and the box and there was no oil. So clearly they are too lazy to take care of their customers because they don't want to do the paperwork to send it back to the manufacturer as defective.

Great location! The people who work here are helpful and easy to talk to. The garden center always…read morehas great things to find and buy.

Stopping by The Home Depot in Bothell today, Friday 17 November 2023, a little before 10:00 a.m. I…read morefound a busy parking lot. Going with a spot a little up in one aisle, I parked my car and made my way inside. The entrance doors and exit doors were clearly marked and moderate speed in sliding. Once inside the door, I found my way towards the outdoor section. The last aisle before the door to the outdoor items housed outdoors looked like it had some outdoors-related items, so I turned. Looking over the offerings I found food for birds and squirrels, but not the ear corn straight away. A couple of workers in the aisle asked if I needed help finding anything and I asked if they had ear corn. One directed me to the exact bin. Very helpful. There were three bags left! I had checked ahead online the day before and they had five, I was so happy they had not sold out already. Opting to leave one of the bags for someone else, I grabbed two of the remaining bags. Making my way to the self checkout area, I found it to be well marked and easy to spot. The line was shorter and was not slow moving. The workers at the check out area were also friendly. Checking out was straightforward and they had a hand held scanner for scanning the item barcodes. Payment went without incident as well. All around a good/enjoyable shopping experience.