Happened into this True Value just to get some light bulbs for the kitchen fan. Just to give you an…read moreidea, the fan in my kitchen looks like it could have hung in the kitchen on the Fresh Prince or the Golden Girls. That's pertinent because the bulbs were really specific and vintage looking. I ended up being helped by Jason, the owner of the hardware store. He was extremely knowledgeable and even pointed out that I had the wrong ol' lady bulbs in my hand for the ceiling fan. We traded a little small talk after that and then his equally helpful wife helped me ring up my purchase. I really just wandered in here wanting to avoid going to Home Depot. I appreciated the opportunity to support this small business and meet/connect with its owners. I surely intend on going back whenever I need more hardware stuff for my home.

My first time here and will definitely be my LAST. My dad and I (2 african American guys) came in…read moretoday to get a key made, at around 12 noon. The guy, who was the only guy there, who was at the register and made our key was EXTREMELY unwelcoming. The SOB barely wanted to speak to or deal with us. He gave off a cold vibe and felt like we were bothering him. He's definitely a racist guy and will NOT ever step foot back there ever again. Racism runs all in this place.

The Brass Tacks: This place is the real McCoy local hardware store with a real helpful hardware…read moreman. This location was originally the location for one of the corporate hardware chains that pulled out several years ago. It is now run independently by a family team. It's one of those locations where you wouldn't be surprised to see a Fatfender pickup or two parked in front. In terms of selection It has everything you'd expect to find in a local hardware store packed into a non-big box space. Sure, you may pay a couple of extra cents for some items, still a fair value for the convenience, but not enough to drive you to the anonymous experience at a big box. Give them a try for a little more personalized attention.

In an era of massive, impersonal big-box stores where you have to walk half a mile just to find a…read morelightbulb, Clarendon Hills Hardware is a breath of fresh air. It's exactly what a local hardware store should be: organized, stocked with quality tools, and staffed by people who actually know how to fix things. ​I came in for a specific project and instead of just pointing me to an aisle, the staff took the time to talk through the repair with me, saving me a second trip and a lot of frustration. It's clear they care about the community and their craft. Whether you need a screen repaired, a key cut, or just some honest advice, skip the drive to the giant retailers and support this local gem. Highly recommended!

They have parts that Home depot doesn't carry. Also they give you advice, so plumbers come here…read more Some parts are cheaper than home depot, some are not. Totally recommend for the homeowner or contractor. They provide faster service, knowledge and experience, and hard to find parts to fix lead pipes, larger drains, etc. Just the knowledge and advice is worth it alone, but the time I save is why I keep coming back.

I've recently had to remodel my bathroom and needed to find a good new sink and other essentials to…read moremake it normal again. A friend recommended this tiny store on Kedzie because he said the owner will almost bend over backwards to help you in any way he can. It turns out that this owner truly knew what he was doing and gave helpful suggestions on how to get the best products without overspending...which is good when money is tight! He did have a ton of things in this small shop but didn't have everything I needed that day. He was quick to tell me that he could get the materials I needed in a day or two, personally picking it up for me. True to his word, he had it for me the next day and I was on my way!! The one negative I would have to give this place is that his helper didn't seem to know what he was doing half the time and I was first kind of upset with his lack of knowledge and attitude. Once the owner came through the door, my experience changed for the better. Because of his great knowledge, suggestions, and service, I am so going back to him whenever I need any kind plumbing and heating supplies! Check It Out!!! -Papa Bear

Love this place. Eric is very professional and efficient. He has a variety of sinks,…read morefaucets,bowls to choose from to give your bathroom a luxurious look for a reasonable price. Strongly recommend.

Great customer service. Products are modern and they have them in stock. Good deals. Really cool…read moresalesperson.

As a neighborhood hardware store, I find them to charge usurious prices, in particular for keys…read more After their sign advertised 1.50 (and up) they charged me 3.00 for a mail box key, even though the price for a blank is 35 cents, 10 cents more than that of a house key. I pointed out that it might seem petty, but since I own two apt buildings in the neighborhood, I would steer any of my tenants elsewhere. And they wonder why big box stores are killing them! Zero stars.

I went to Kuhl's to get a security door window frame replaced. They did it for much cheaper than…read moreother window crafters charged, and I had it the next day. It fit perfectly. They also had tools for a home renovation at very reasonable prices, and the staff was super friendly. I highly recommend them.

So the innertube that was allegedly bad was just fine. I came home and filled it up and it's…read moreperfectly fine. They sold me a new innertube saying that it was bad when the old one was just fine. Terrible.

Great location. I will definitely recommend this store to anyone who lives over in the South Shore…read morearea. Nice people

Great place. Friendly staff. Great place to make…read moreaffordable KEYS! Don't pay those big-store prices!

Friendly service! He has items that are high on demand. Very convenient to have in the neighborhood…read moreand avoiding a drive to Home Depot. Support local businesses!

This place has been around forever! Good neighborhood business to have , especially when you have a…read moreproject that needs done and there's a wait on parts from other big warehouses. Big warehouses don't have all the solutions. If you need a part; call , they had several we needed. I thought the price was pretty decent. It's like Ace Hardware, those are meant to service the neighborhoods they're in and that's what they do here at this store. It's an old traditional shop, so no fancy signs or anything like that. Located on the North side of Cermak Road, West of Laramie Avenue. Across from Cicero Public Library.

Never in my life been so disrespected for no reason. Pudgy-faced Hispanic guy declared he didn't…read morehave the PVC size pipe in my hand ... before I said anything about what I needed (which did not involve that pipe).Then he declared that he learned in kindergarten that my proposed solution could not work. I did absolutely nothing to suggest I knew anything, disrespected him, or looked down on him. I have never, ever wondered if I had been racially profiled, but I got the distinct sense that Gringos were not welcome here. Maybe the guy was just a total jerk, but it seemed like more. Totally blew my mind and disgusted me. Never, ever will return--so many other plumb supply places in town that won't needlessly treat you like garbage.