I really don't like the disparity in retail sales prices to contractor prices. I would love to buy…read moreall my things here but it is over priced. Well, unless your a contractor. Don't go here if your not a contractor. They should either take thier sales as contractor only like Thomas F. Or raines. But please stop gutting people's pockets.

From the owner: Your Building Centers serves contractors, builders, remodelers, and serious do-it-yourselfers with…read moretop quality brand name building products that you know and trust. YBC has been in business since 1989, but our roots date back to the early 1900s. YBC and our family of companies are 100% employee owned and operated and our foundations are deeply embedded into the communities that we live in and service. We, here at YBC, plan to grow with you and your neighbors long into the 21st century.

Rapid service in store and with repair work that had to be sent out. Staff in the store were…read moreknowledgeable and helpful.

From the owner: Since 1947, our family has been committed to providing quality products and unmatched service to…read morecontractors, farmers, and homeowners in our community, resulting in decades of loyal customers. Supplying heavy-duty, brand name products at affordable prices is important, but what really matters to PaulB Hardware is offering customers the materials they need to get their contracting, farming, or home improvement projects done right. Our store has farming parts (including sprayer parts and Weasler driveline parts), power tools, electrical and plumbing supplies, mechanical and HVAC supplies, lawn and garden products (such as mulch, fencing products, lawn care supplies, and patio furniture), auto parts, painting and welding supplies, heating and cooling supplies (such as air conditioners, supplemental heaters, fireplaces, and winter fuels, coal, and propane), grills, building supplies, piping and tubing, and much more. You'll find the top national brands such as DeWalt, Makita, Milwaukee tools, Shop-Vac, Fill-Rite, ECHO, and more. Many of our contractor customers buy in bulk from us because of our quality products, matched with a fair price and exceptional customer service. Visit our website to see our specials and a more complete list of products we stock. Not sure if we have what you need? Give us a call or stop by our store, conveniently located SR 655, southeast of State College.

It was cream cheap for things and a good friendly cashier people and knowledgeable on all kinds of…read morethings so they're a great place to shop and buy and that's my review thank you

From the owner: American Tool And Supply is family owned and operated. We offer the Central Pennsylvania area a…read morevast variety of contractor supplies and tools, including repair services, as well as full line of plumbing supplies. We have all of the tools and supplies you need - from nuts, bolts & screws to tools ! Stop by our very large and organized showroom to see all of our items ... we've got what you need and we are local !! We are a DeWalt and Milwaukee dealer ... with a large selection of tools and supplies in stock.

Stay safe here. The owner wouldn't let me send a very sick employee home during the pandemic,…read moredemanded I come to work when on isolation after I and most of the staff got COVID, and when that employee died, he just sent a two word text: "He's dead." Then he fired me for it (I guess? These guys never write anything down, and I'd never been so happy to get fired.), and lied to unemployment about it. Oh, and my forklift training was "this is up and down, this is tilt, this is back and forwards," and just leaving the building when the next vendor came. And I went ahead and did it without complaint, lol.

I'd like to give them three, but on the day I went, many customers were unmasked.  The way in was…read morenot encouraging enough about masks.  The staff was tired of asking folks to protect themselves and others.  While the store supports Christian programming on TV, they don't go very far to support or require Christian behavior.  The unmasked folks clearly had multiple underlying conditions, and were the folks we're trying to protect most, which was an irony lost of them but not to me. Surplus City is like Ollies, but a little broader and more idiosyncratic, if that is possible. They reminded me a bit of Building 19, but not as wild as Spags.   Makers would find lots of hardware and materials to use.  Prices were low enough you might try something to see if it works as a craft, hobby, or repair. I'll be back post-pandemic to browse at more leisure. Paul R.'s picture is helpful. it shows the entry, which is the downhill building of the two. To Mary: Most of what you suggested is correct (stay distant, don't touch your face, I would add in particular, your mucous membranes). Nearly any people who have been told by medical staff not to obstruct their own breathing should not be out and about. See the CDC web site. I fear that you misunderstand the medical and healthcare advice out there. I find that I am better informed when I follow the CDC, WHO, and PA public health rather than other sources. "If you think wearing a mask is going to stop a nano-sized virus you are kidding yourself". Technically, you are true, most masks do not stop 100% of viruses. On the other hand, if you mean that masks will not stop this pandemic, I believe you are incorrect. The CDC, PA Dept of Health, all the professors at Penn State Hershey, and Penn State Biology, and all the MD, PhD, RN/PhD, and MD/PhD that I talk to believe that masks can stop this pandemic if enough people use them. For your sake, and for ours, so we can get back to work and play, wear a mask to protect yourself (they are not perfect, but help a lot) and help others in case you are asymptomatic. Also, the virus is not nano-sized, but micro-sized. Nano is down by the molecule level, the molecular weight of this virus is not high, but does appear to be caught in significant amounts by most masks as it is thousands of molecules (see: https://nanohydroponicscom.files.wordpress.com/2016/05/nano-size-range.jpg?w=882), and Dr. Google. The science and engineering of how masks work relies on college EM physics. google for details. I suspect the electro statics also catch nanoparticles, and Dr. Google concurs.

Went in to get a few items that were on sale. Found what I was look for and they changed the layout…read morea bit since the last time I was there. I've always have found that the place is well kept up and the employees are very nice. Nice to go there since they are not the Big Box stores. Worth going if you have never gone or if you haven't been there in a while. Go check them out. I'll be back as always.

Very good selection of products with very helpful staff. Small parts for plumbing, special screws,…read morenuts, bolts, and more are all here.

Good prices on disposable tools. Perfect for do it yourself-ers and homeowners looking to save a…read morebuck. Mostly good stuff here but it's not quality or really built to last having been made in China using questionable quality materials. Reasonable return and exchange policy if something is dead on arrival or with minimal damage. Sign up for coupons via email and save money.

Pro- I absolutely love getting a great deal when it comes to buys tools and they just about have…read moreeverything you need. Con - plan to spend half a day in the check out line it takes forever.

Everything ya need at a great price knowledge staff and a lot of goodies for your shop to keep busyread more

From the owner: Harbor Freight Tools is the leading discount tool retailer in the U.S. selling great quality tools…read moreat "ridiculously low prices" in stores nationwide. Harbor Freight Tools stocks over 7,000 items in categories including automotive, air and power tools, shop equipment and hand tools. With a commitment to quality and a lifetime guarantee on all hand tools, Harbor Freight Tools is a favorite of automotive and truck repair shops, government agencies, schools, manufacturers, contractors and tool enthusiasts who want top-quality and great selection and value.

I had a pleasant experience at this hardware store. The inventory is small but many different…read morethings to choose between.

I read the previous review and thought I'd give it the store a try, especially since I want to…read moresupport small, local businesses. I'm sorry, but I can't agree with the previous positive comment. It may have been, at one time, the cool, old-time hardware store I'd hoped it would be, but that was many, many years ago. In fact, it was quite dark inside and very dirty. The shelves and racks were almost all bare. The sole employee had no people skills, usually giving one-word responses. He obviously did not care about me (his only customer) as he was not wearing a mask, saying that he didn't believe in them. I won't be back. To me, it is worth it to travel 20-25 minutes up the road to Ace, Lowe's or Home Depot.