This is an old school hardware store that has more actual hardware than you'll find elsewhere in…read moreBloomington. They do everything from keys (including "digital chip" key clones) to vast amounts of nuts and bolts, SAE and metric, tools, supplies, home/industrial hardware. They are not Grainger or Lee's. They are not Lowes or Menards. Their prices are sometimes high, but they don't sell cheap gear. I wished they'd sell lumber and plants, but maybe it's better that they don't. They get five stars for being the best HARDWARE store in the area. You don't have to buy a huge blister pack to get just one or two of an item. Their clerks know what they have, and it's a good idea to ask them. They sometimes have better alternatives in mind, and their selection is vast for the size store they operate; they can save you a lot of time, unlike the big box stores, where there are no real specialists except the Big Item sales people. Go here first.

They have virtually EVERYTHING! They know what it is even when you don't. And they know where it…read moreis! This store has inventory squirreled away EVERYWHERE! Even outside the store!

Bloomington Hardware is your family friendly community hardware store…read more I always go there to support their small, family-owned business first, and if they don't have what I need, then I'll search elsewhere. Their customer service is impeccable! As soon as I walk through their doors someone is ready to help me find what I need.

Last night, I went to one of the big box stores to try and replace a pair of screws. It took me…read morefive minutes to find an employee, ten for them to call another, and fifteen for them to both give up. Today, I went here, and while I forgot to set a stopwatch, the entire round trip took less time. And I got my screws. Needless to say, I'll be coming here instead from now on.

We have placed special orders with Black Lumber twice. Both times, it was delivered in perfect…read moreshape, on time, and the same or better price than the big stores in town! We have had horrible luck with deliveries from other stores, we only go to Black now, Thank you!!

I love Black Lumber. Love, love, love…read more The staff's great, and it's really convenient (just south of Hillside) for those of us who live in town. A lot of Black's business is from contractors, and that's how I started going here (a couple guys I know work with them). But they're pleasant to regular retail customers too, and they have a good selection for basic hardware needs, as well as lumber and other building materials. Black also does cabinetry and sells some appliances (like kitchen hoods). One thing to know is that Black is part of the Do It Best distribution network. Actually, my only complaint is related to that. I sometimes buy yard/garden supplies here and have been disappointed by crappy plastic imports from China on a couple of occasions. But Black was nice about a return I made, so I can't get too irritated. For the ladies out there, this is the most woman-friendly hardware place in town. Women work the floor sometimes. Also, the staff is nice to kids.

We've never had an opportunity to shop at Menard's before. We have enjoyed the selection and…read morepricing, especially on items like paper towels and other household goods. It's strangely fun just to walk around! My only issue is with the 11 percent discount offered, that requires mailing in a form. What century is this? It's a nice gimmick, but I assume most people don't bother to do it, to get back $3.13 on their purchase.

Menard's on new years eve... Yessir. Went in for a couple things. The staff I dealt with were super…read morenice. The store is what it is, full of cool stuff, kinda packed. I always like coming to Menard's.

For a long time, Lowes was a hassle. Over the past year or so, they've changed remarkably. More…read morestaff, better inventory, more selection of things that I need as a homeowner and gardener. Where it was gruesome, people are helpful, there's enough staff, their prices are average to insane-- which is normal these days. I don't mind going there. Kliendorfer's is still the best for hardware-- unbeatable. But for a lot of items in the home improvement and gardening areas, Lowes has become useful. I do not go to Menards. No way. Too much shoddy products in the lumber yard.

I have to come here because this store stocks trash compactor bags and the Mooresville Lowe's store…read moredoes not. But it is only a 15 minute drive from south Martinsville using the new I-69. Their stores have been rearranged lately but I am learning the layout and the staff has been helpful asking me if I need help finding something before I have to ask on multiple visits. I have always liked that about Lowe's. Lowe's does a good job keeping their stores clean and items out of the aisles so you can navigate with the large carts. I also love the Minute Key Kiosks! They are automated key copying machines and I have never had one fail on me so far after having a lot of keys copied.

My second visit to oak. was had today. It's such a sweet little shop. All of the plants made the…read moreair feel so clean. Also, the nicest people work here ! I attended their block party today and had a blast. I look forward to seeing more from oak. in the future.

Used the online ordering and contact frew delivery this weekend- lightning fast and such great…read morestuff! Picked up a plant and some puzzles :)

Excellent paint store. Free coffee. Not much else to say. Ask for Chris or Daniel for the best…read morecolor matches!

Not customer focused. Would rather debate me than engender good will. Not a fan. Not coming back.read more

What a wonderful store. Family owned and operated. I just spent 90 cents in here on 4 nuts and…read morewashers and was treated like I was as important as a guy buying a $500 mower. It's worth driving past Lowes or Menards to this store. Support local businesses!

Helpful people, honest, knowledgeable and willing to fixed about anything I bring to them with an…read moreEngines