Drillen is my local hardware store. They are so helpful, professional and courteous. I will…read moreliterally wait until they're open before I buy anything. Way better than the big box stores. Super convenient location and always a smiling face asking if they can help me, the second I walk in the store. Heck, I've even been offered a plate of lasagna in store, before. Definitely a perfect business to illustrate why "buying local" is the best. Thank you!

I want to thank all the associates at Drillen's for their excellent service and knowledge of their…read moreproducts. They always have a smile to share and very willing to help with any questions. And don't forget to buy local!

Petro's ACE Hardware has always provided my excellent service in a pleasant atmosphere…read more They are convenient, only 1/2 mile from home. I find that their pricing is often LOWER than HD. The employees are great, I have received especially good service from Cody and Darrel. It's great to have such a strong resource so close to home.

We moved to Auburn nearly two years ago and reside a couple of miles from Petro's Hardware. As an…read moreavid gardener and do-it-yourselfer, I have so far been very pleased with their products and services. When possible, I try to give my business to local stores, and Petro's fine service encourages me to continue doing so. (Unlike a previous reviewer, I do not expect extra perks and discounts, and I understand that product delivery is an expensive service for a company to offer. One must consider the cost of the delivery vehicle, the loader and driver's time, and the cost of gas. Indeed, I tip the driver if fine service is provided, and I encourage other customers to do the same.)

drove over an hour to get to this location. My infant in my arms as I asked to use the restroom, I…read moresaid please, I just have to pee and I'm here to buy dog food. They responded loudly, saying no, loud enough for the store to hear that they would have to call hazmat if I missed and that one person ruined it for everyone. Overall staff was very unfriendly 10 out of 10 would not return to the store again.

Oh, PFU of L/A, how I miss thee!…read more I know that there are Paris Farmers Union across the entire state. There's one nearby to where I live currently, but my favorite of all the locations is the Lewiston one. When it was initially located in Auburn, I used to go there all the time to get rabbit food. Having never had a bunny before, I assumed the best place to get him food would be PFU since they consider themselves my "home, farm, and garden center." And where do bunnies like to hang out? In gardens! And farms! And homes (though I don't think it's their preferred locale of the three options)! When I went the first time to get some rabbit chow they asked me how much I wanted. They offered to bag up twenty-five pounds for just around $8 or $9, and thinking that sounded extremely reasonable, I agreed. It took me months and months (and months and months) to finally run out. Seriously, it's the best pet food deal around (as is their bird seed prices)! I also find there plants to be extremely well maintained and healthy. When I first got into gardening, PFU is where I got all of my veggie starters. I also spent some serious time contemplating apple trees once and had some really excellent conversations with the extremely knowledgeable employees about arboriculture. If you have questions... ask. They'll steer you in the right direction, I promise! When places like this exist, there's absolutely no reason or need to ever patron big box chains. Paris Farmers Union offers everything they do, but with a personal touch. And sometimes a farm cat wandering in and out, too!

I only ever go to Aubuchon when I need something right away. I typically like to support local, but…read moreI find their prices to be a bit high and they don't have the best selection. There are a few employees there that have been kind and helpful to me in the past (like the gentleman who helped me last night!) but more than once I've been made to feel like a bother when asking questions. It's very conveniently located in town so I do stop there sometimes, but I certainly wouldn't go there to stock up on everything I'd need for a big project.

Aubuchon has the best service, always willing to lend a hand or give a tip! The prices are…read morecompatible to the larger stores and so is the selection. I shop local as much as possible, I'd encourage you if in area to shop at aubuchon.

We've been to the Home Depot in Topsham, Maine almost 100 times over the past two months while…read moreworking on our new storefront, and every single visit has been a great experience. We are always greeted with kindness, and the staff is consistently helpful, knowledgeable, and willing to go the extra mile to point us in the right direction. A special thank you to Peter, who helped us with several doors -- including our front door -- which we really, really appreciated. His guidance made a big difference for us during this project. No matter what department we're in, someone is always ready to help, which has made the entire process much smoother. We truly appreciate the team at this location for all their support. Once our project is complete, make sure to come see us at Morning Moose -- you'll get to see all of your products installed throughout the store! Love the prices as well! Really great prices all around!

I love coming to my husband's home away from home!! In all seriousness, you can find more than just…read morehome building items. They have a great nursery and garden area and I love their bulk sized home cleaning items. In the summer, great pool items and pool cleaning things. They have great items for holidays - the best time to go!!! And of course appliances and light fixtures. You just never really know what you might find. The staff are always very helpful and prices and quality are about you expect.

Ordered a dishwasher 12/17/25. Told it was waiting for installer on 12/30/25. Received 3 phone…read morecalls stating it would be delivered and installed 01/28/26. Received no call from installer (01/28) - called store and was told it was waiting for pick up by installer. I cancelled order. Lesson learned - if you want an appliance from the Auburn Lowe's, you won't get it. Shop elsewhere.

This is my go-to Lowes and is the closest to where I live.They do a decent job keeping the aisles…read moreclear and the store neat in appearance. They usually have a great selection if discount items when you first walk in to the right. It's usually my go-to area for gifts. I have not experienced the same issues with customer service some other Yelper's have raised concerns about. All my interactions have been good and very polite. Their paint area though seems like its run by robots because they speak in a monotone voice and they are short with their questions and answers. I don't got offended by it so long as I get in and get out in a timely manner. Their paint section is usually the busiest amongst the other Lowes I have visited.

One of my favorite small businesses to support. Rod , Jill and the crew are accommodating and…read moreinformative. They almost always have what I need

Rented a small stump grinder for 24 hours. It worked for maybe 5 minutes before it stalled every…read moretime it hit the stump or even the ground. brought it back after only two hours, but they were nice enough to just charge me for five hours instead of 24 hours even though the equipment didn't work. Never doing business with them again.

Wow! I haven't been in here since it was Rogers Ace Hardware, Rocky's Ace Hardware is where it's…read moreat! This is the hardware store that every town used to have, until Home Depot and Walmart came in to town... I drove here to pickup some shelving accessories....wowzers, they stock nearly every type of fastener, grommet or accessory that you might need in your life. Wow! They have paint supplies, housewares, hardware, outdoor apparel, barbecue, gardening equipment and accessories, and they even are now carrying maple syrup start-up kits!!! The Staff is friendly and very informative. If you're looking for something for your house come to Rocky's Ace Hardware. I'm sure you won't be let down!

I watched an employee (older man with gray hair and beard) walk up to a customer in line and just…read moreabsolutely berate the poor guy for being in the "wrong line" and acted like the customer was stupid. The customer looked at me with disbelief and walked off. Then my turn was next. I had just purchased an item days earlier that was hundreds of dollars and didn't work right out of the box. I had my receipt with me. He would not exchange it or refund me. He said they had to ship my brand new item out for repair. I don't think I have ever seen such a rude and angry person allowed to deal with the public anywhere. I thought he was joking at first it was so bad.