My husband has gone to East Alton tool rental for years and always received good service. However,…read morehe took his stihl saw in 2 months ago for a broken handle. Eric took the handle off in front of us and said that he couldn't fix it and would have to order a new one. My husband called several times over the past 2 months to check on the progress of the saw. Finally, my husband ordered a new handle online and went to get his saw so he could attempt to fix it himself. When he did, they handed it back to him in pieces in a box! The broken handle (which had salvageable pieces on it) and several other pieces were missing! When he asked about it, he was told that he brought it in like that. Which is completely untrue. Unfortunately, they have now lost our business for good and we would NOT recommend them to others...as we have in the past. If you choose to utilize their company, take pictures of your equipment while in the store before handing it over to them.

We have been going here for all our Stihl purchases and service needs on our outdoor power…read moreequipment for years and can assure anyone that THIS IS THE PLACE TO GO ! The product knowledge is second to none in the STL marketplace and the ethics of this family business is commendable . Given the global hoax of doom and gloom unfortunately some international manufacturers are slow in manufacturing product and PARTS and this adversely affects the turnaround time of repairs or over the counter part sales ... this is not the fault of ALTON EQUIPMENT & RENTAL and is common to the equipment and service industry globally. GIVE THEM A TRY you won't be sorry ...we actually go out of our physical way to do business with Alton Equipment & Rental .

In my subdivision, our mailboxes are grouped together four or six on a post. Mine is a grouping of…read morefour. I've lived in my house now, four years. My box was in need of replacement when I moved in and over the years it gotten more wear and tear. I definitely needed a new mailbox and didn't want to get one and have all my neighbors not have one. Honestly, their boxes were in need of being replaced, too. Originally, I wanted to get them all new boxes for Christmas, but I didn't get my act together in enough time. However, I did have my act together for Valentines. I talked with my neighbors son who does my lawn work and he said if I bought the boxes, he and his dad would install them for everybody. When I went to Lowe's to buy the boxes, I couldn't find them on the signs telling you what was down each aisle. I meet an associate walking the opposite direction as I was, so I stopped them asked for directions. He quickly got me to the right aisle. I was surprised at the variety of boxes, they had a variety of sizes, styles and prices. I found the style I wanted and the color I preferred. Unfortunately, there were only two available at my level of reach. I looked up and saw two more at the very top of the shelving unit. An associate was helping another gentleman in the aisle, so I went up and asked him to assist me, too. He went and got one of those rolling racks and a co-worker. When they came back, one climbed the rack and handed my new mailboxes down one by one. I was impressed that they practiced safety. My/our new mailboxes look great, the only downside is the mail person still delivers bill in them.

Warning, I purchased an appliance from Alton Lowes last week. The delivery drivers didn't speak…read moreEnglish and the one that came to the door tried to open storm door without ringing the doorbell or knocking first. The front door was open with the storm door locked. I called the store and asked for a manager. Spoke with Tyler. This person was very rude and disrespectful. Think twice before buying from Alton Lowes.

It's been years since I was here last. They changed up the truck routes a little, but for the…read morebetter. I also remember lines of trucks, but this time, with appointments being utilized, there was virtually no wait. They have a quick and efficient check-in, good signage once inside to point you in the right direction. I suppose a map would help, but I remembered where I was going from when I visited previously. Loading is equally quick and efficient. The forklift takes your load and places it on the deck of your trailer in one lift - the whole load - right to the center of your trailer. Secure the load, head back to the out-bound scales and check out.

From the owner: Alton Steel Inc., established in 2003, is a special bar quality (SBQ) mill producing rounds,…read moreround-cornered squares, and bar-in-coil in the Heartland of America. Alton Steel offers products at a competitive price with focus on great customer service. Our size range is 0.750 through 3.500 for bars, and up to 1.812" for bar-in-coil, in all carbon and common alloy grades such as 8620 and 4140. Flexible and frequent rolling cycles offers quick response to forgers, cold drawers and cold finishers, spring makers, service centers, and other industrial, automotive, and energy customers.

Great place to buy tools especially specialty tool those tools you can't find at lowes or Home…read moreDepot The odd mechanic tools that your local parts store has to special order or does not have on the loan a tool program

From the owner: We are the premier tool superstore in Wood River, IL providing you with everything you need for the…read morejob. Our shelves have power tools, air tools, hand tools, automotive tools, and more lined throughout them. We carry over 200 brands in our 8,000-square-feet store, so there is never a shortage of quality options at a price that works for you. We pride ourselves on our wide selection that includes specialty tools that are hard to find anywhere else. If the tools that you purchased need repairs, we can send them out for repair at one of the service centers provided by the brand. From industry professionals to everyday handymen, we will always have something for you.

Great service! I left some part numbers with the front desk on a Saturday and I had my parts on…read moreWednesday.

From the owner: Nu Way has been the industry leader of construction supplies and equipment since 1955. With a…read moreseven-acre main headquarters in south St. Louis County, we also have facilities in Jefferson City, Jackson, and Wentzville, MO and Troy, IL, giving us the opportunity to provide quality service to all of southern and central Missouri and southwestern and central Illinois.

Alton Winsupply offers very professional service and stocks MANY things you will not find in the…read morebox box stores. Another thing that you should not overlook is DELIVERY. Order something from a big box store and go pick it up. Order it from Winsupply and get it delivered - at no extra cost! Their prices are competitive too! So, don't overlook this business when purchasing plumbing fixtures, pipe, fittings, etc. And, when you purchase from Alton Winsupply, you are supporting a local business.

From the owner: Winsupply of Alton offers a wide range of high quality equipment and parts. We source the…read moreindustry's top products at competitive prices so you can get what you need when you need it, to get the job done right. For contractors who want a partner that understands their needs and shares the same "get it done right" attitude, Winsupply is the only wholesaler that offers the benefits of local accountability, along with the advantages of being a large, nationwide supplier. In short, we're "Pros Like You," committed to providing the best service delivery, including dependable expertise, breadth and depth of available products, and the accountability that comes from always dealing with the decision maker. We are proud to offer world-class products by the best brands in the industry. Our experts know your industry and can answer any of your questions. If you're looking for quality products and top-notch service or want to visit our showroom, give us a call at (618) 462-0031.

Wrenches, Pliers and Screwdrivers. Oh, my…read more If you need any type of tool, you'll find it here and it will be at an affordable price. Many of the hand tools can be bought individually or within a group packaging. The group packaging makes it easy to build your tool box collection. They also, are great for gifting to someone needing to fill their tool box. My most recent visit, I was shopping for a reflective vest. I wanted one like the road crews wear and they had exactly what I was wanting. Now I feel safer walking my dog when the sun is not shining bright. Since I was in the store I also picked up, a new box cutter and a small leveler. The box cutter will come in handy opening boxes from my mail order shopping and the level will make sure my pictures and shelves are level. The store is laid out well, with good signage. Even with the good signage, sometimes you just can't find. When that happens, the associates working the floor will give you top notch service. Also, the cashiers are super friendly and always make sure you are hooked up with their rewards program. I'm not a handyman, but I still highly recommend, Harbor Freight Tools.

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.