I went in last Sunday and talked to Maura about what I wanted to do to my dinner trays. And I went…read moreback today because I was thinking I needed to sand the tray. I didn't think so before. And I went out to get the tray and brought it into Maura and she said, Yes, sand it or I would have problems with the glue. When I get one tray done I'll have to take it in to show her. But, it'll be awhile.

So I decided to stop in to Rockler on December 3 at 10:30 AM. The area had about 7 inches of snow…read morethe night before, nothing unusual for this area. I figured I'd call the store to verify that they're open before I drive 40 miles. No message on their answering machine saying whether they're open or closed, the phone machine says please leave a message. I decided I'd head over there anyway. The roads weren't bad at all, the parking lot was completely plowed and the Rockler store was closed unlike Best Buy across the parking lot which was open and there were plenty of cars there. I'm pissed, you got to be kidding me. Obviously the manager of the store has no clue what's going on, I can only imagine what it's like when it's open. While I'm sitting here writing this review, 4 customers have walked up to the door only to find out that it's locked. Completely unacceptable, I won't be back and could not recommend this place to anyone. If I were you I would shop at Amazon, like I usually do. But I wanted to check out the store as I haven't been to this store before. Never again.

Pet ran through the front door screen window. Needed it repaired ASAP b/c of upcoming party. Brian…read morewas able to do a quick 24 hour turnaround. GREAT quality reconstruction / replacement of door and screen. Highly recommended (as seen on this page)...but, seriously, great service that shows they care about the customer.

Needed my favorite lamp fixed and he got the job done! Great prices and customer service! You have…read moregained a new happy customer! Highly recommend!

Large inventory. Things I didn't know I needed until I saw them . Neat @ organized . Employees…read moreeager to help.

My gas grill did not survive the winter. I went to Dracut Hardware to look at Weber grills. Saw a…read morenice one. The manager gave me personal service. Not only was the grill delivered assembled, they took the old one for free also. They are a family-run business that serves Dracut well. They are fully involved in the community and I will use them as my go to place for hardware.

5 Stars for Rocky's North Andover! I ordered an online purchase, and it was the wrong item…read more I contacted the store and was immediately helped; the call was answered on the first ring, and the situation was resolved on the spot. Great service.

Went there this morning to buy some paint and the staff was very nice & helpful. The store is very…read moreclean and much less vast than going to the big box stores.

Great neighborhood hardware store. They might not have the selection of a larger big box store, but…read morethey have the friendly service you can't find there. Great for daily items you need in a pinch, unique items, and for a hands-on experience.

My father (who passed at age 94) would drive down to this store several times per week to "check…read morewhether Shoe City has..." whatever item he "needed that day:" whether large or small, he knew after centuries of shopping there that they carry unique goods not found in most hardware stores. Even though their prices are generally HIGHER than elsewhere, he knew what he needed, wanted, and was a LOYAL & LONGTIME customer. After he passed, I would walk to Shoe City whenever I needed something, or walk in and browse as I passed those opened doors. I soon found for myself that their Customer Service is "spotty" & the stock they carry has diminished over the years. ON MY LAST VISIT, I stopped in to ask whether it was possible to special order components for an obscure/vintage "Weiser" doorknob. The older gentleman, who I believe is the owner, came up to me, rudely & very dismissively insisting that in 30+ years in the business he had "NEVER heard of the brand!" BOTTOM LINE: Perhaps Shoe City Hardware was once a great local hardware store with staff that helped customers find hard-to-find pieces nowhere else available. But now their GENERAL MERCHANDISE items are pricey & limited to 1 or 2 brands. And sadly, those unique/ classic "gems" that once kept loyal customers coming back have become leftovers from "old inventory" & no longer replenished. They have not had the simple, common items/solutions I'd been shopping for during my past 5 visits. I fear they are biding time until they go out of business. I wish them well. - a Disenchanted "Father's Little Girl"

Outstanding service, it's like going back in time, employees available to help you with…read moreprofessional advice, several registers open for easy check out, and vast product selection, this is my go-to store

This has always been my go-to hardware store, more helpful than the big box stores and they do…read morecarry most products and do offer assistance. My bitch is as a veteran they make it VERY difficult to get a veterans discount which they do offer but only on certain purchases. I am sure Ace hardware can afford it. Why so inconsistant?

I went in the store with a project in mind, and wasn't sure how I'd tackle it. The first person I…read moreasked at Kelly's had a good idea about the first step, and was humble enough to ask an older staff member for her thoughts. They really put some effort into helping me, and knew exactly where to find alternative tools and supplies in the store. I've shopped there for twenty years and never been disappointed. Patrick

Brick and mortar. Shop local. Support small business. Sounds reasonable to me so instead of…read moreordering what I needed on-line, I waited untill after the Holliday and cycled over to Kelly's, the only hardware store that we have left in this town. I walked in and saw that both people stationed at the front of the store to greet and assist customers were both on their phones. I went to look for my item and couldn't find it. I went back to seek help but they were both on their phones. I went back and seared through other isles and departments. Nothing. I went back to the front of the store to ask for help. They were still both in their phones. So I left. Jeff Bezose is goig to have it in my hands tomorrow. I would already have it but i foolishly chose to shop local.

Great store! Great staff. They're very attentive to customers. Very knowledgeable staff and the…read moremanagement is great. Love this place.

Great store, they have everything you need. Great service, they'll point you right where you need…read moreto go. Don't drive to the big box store, they're close to home. Price and selection are the same as the big box, without wandering around. You can be in and out in 5 minutes!

The main reason why I use Tags is their location in Porter Square. I find that the staff are…read morefriendly and try to be helpful. However, the pricing is extremely high compared to some other big box stores or ACE hardware locations outside of the city. I highly recommend using their order online for in store pickup for the best pricing since the store will follow the online pricing vs the shelf sticker price. Online orders come with a paper bag that has a handle which makes it nice and easy to carry out. There are two floors to the store, with the majority of home improvement things being on the lower level.

They're friendly but not helpful--in fact, "incompetent" is the word I'd use. Here's what happened…read moreon my last two visits to Tags: I brought in a screen door to be rescreened. It took two weeks, and the screen fell off the moment I reinstalled it. I also had a key copied. It didn't work. I ended up taking both the door and key to Inman Hardware. They fixed the screen and made a key that actually worked. Buy stuff at Tags if you want, but don't count on them for even basic jobs.