Ace

This has been our go-​to hardware store for some time. It’s not a massive operation like Lowe’s, but every time my husband has needed something in the way of small tools, painting supplies, gardening supplies, electrical gee-​gaws, they always seem to have it, and if they don’t, they will give you some guidance on where else to go. I like that. There’s always sufficient staff around and they have consistently proven to be knowledgeable. I’ve often heard a staff member share his own experiences with a product in helping you make a buying decision.
They offer a blade sharpening service here, as well as screen repairs. However they do send these items out, so there can be a wait of a week or so. They will be honest with you as far as how long it will take until your item is ready.
There is also a full-​service US post office outlet inside the store.
This Ace store definitely has that friendly, neighborhood feel, and for those of us who don’t really relish browsing in hardware stores as a rule, you’ll be pleased to see some unusual offerings such as classic candy bars, unusual brands of soda, and I even grabbed a pair of touch screen gloves I saw for only $ 3, and they worked great this past brutal winter! To think I had almost dropped nine bucks on something similar online! Last time we were here, I saw an adorable cat shaped outdoor planter, which of course we really didn’t need but it was so cute! It was marked $ 15 and one of the salesmen saw me admiring it while my husband was about to check out his purchase. He said, «oh those are going on sale tomorrow for $ 9.99; if you want it I’ll give you the sale price now.» I wouldn’t expect that from Home Depot!
PS: yes we did buy the cat planter.