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    Harbor Freight Tools

    3.0 (62 reviews)
    InexpensiveHardware Stores
    Open 9:00 am - 6:00 pm

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    Tread tape. Great value compared to Home Depot's brands!
    Matthew C.

    Quick and easy but cheap selections. The Walmart of hardware. Morning crew is more knowledgeable than evening. Definitely watch for coupons and outdoor sales.

    Mini LED flashlights @ Harbor Freight 7.20.15
    Jenni M.

    Harbor Freight Tools in Downey is not unlike any other hardware store out there. You have to do your own research & sometimes learn the hard way that affordability does not always equate quality and/or efficiency. That being said, my husband has found some pretty sweet deals on various items. He's also returned several items, but we have never had a problem returning anything. Customer service here is usually good. Of course, we only ever need someone to check us out. QUALITY OF HARDWARE & TOOLS My husband is not a weekend warrior when it comes to power tools and hardware. That being said, he uses some things more than others. If you need pro-level stuff, I'm not sure this is the the place to get ALL of your needs, but it's worth a shot because many items are so affordable. That little 3-gallon pancake air compressor by Central Pneumatic is great for small jobs around the house. We've also purchased a good ATV/motorcycle lift here as well. Swivel vise with anvil. Bench grinder pedestal by Central-Machinery. All good purchases thus far. Our most recent purchase was a 4-1/2 in. 6 amp heavy duty angle grinder (on sale $29.99 usually $39.99) by Chicago Electric. You can move the handle around to 3 different positions on the grinder. It screws into place. That's the cool part. The not so cool part was my husband's threaded out. We returned it. Had another one ready to exchange, but he ended up not liking that one either because of its handle. It's been a while, but they gave him a free screwdriver set by Pittsburgh. We laughed and joked about them at first, but then after taking them out of the package we realized they were good quality. For our needs, Harbor Freight is not typically the place we purchase power tools. Mechanical tools, yes... like a floor press. It just depends on your needs & if you use power tools as often and for extended periods of time like my husband does. Downey's store is usually clean and very organized. In-stock items, though? The husband was pissed when he learned they were out-of-stock on some items he intended to purchase, namely a "heavy duty" floor press. He made a comment that the HF in Huntington Park was stocked better, but the D-o-dub can't help it... Anyway, I guess he couldn't help himself because he bought a 6-ton A-frame hydraulic ram bench press also by Central-Machinery. There's more than just hardware tools here too: some lawn & gardening items, automotive stuff, and "material handing equipment" - dollies, hand trucks, casters, tires, moving supplies, etc. There are also some other random items that I'd be most likely to buy - mini LED flashlights, plastic Great Horned owls, epoxy, Gorilla glue, and gloves of various sizes and materials. RETURNS/EXCHANGES If you misplaced your receipt but used a card for your purchase, then it usually isn't a problem returning or exchanging items since they can look it up. Parking is usually plentiful in this area of Downey Landing. Just be careful walking up to the store because so many times I have seen drivers not slowing down for or being aware of pedestrians. I agree with Felix R.'s comment about their rewards program and coupons... they really bog you down with those things, but sometimes it's worth it. Read the fine print & you won't get disappointed. Review #376 Yelp challenge 2015 57/100

    This is what a real appliance dolly looks like...
    Daryel F.

    I was in the market for an appliance dolly so I went to what I thought was my go to, HOME DEPOT. I found what "they" called an appliance dolly at $129. All six of them looked like they were purchased and brought back. I did not feel comfortable/safe purchasing one to move my refrigerator. So I called Harbor Freight and to the rescue they came through not only with a more durable appliance dolly also with a better price at $30 less. All I can say is WOW and thank you HARBOR FREIGHT my new go to...

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    Worst place to run in and grab something. 1 register is only always open. Be ready to stand in line for 20 mins. Horrible place to shop!!!

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    This place is amazing way more tools and equipment than home depot for techs/handymen! I wanna buy things I don't even need!! Lol

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    I saw Vanessa having sex with the manager on isle 3 on Monday when I went there at closing time

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    Again this happened, same location, different employee. Store Manager contacted me both times and apologized.

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    3.8(24 reviews)
    3.3 mi
    $$

    Went to go pick up A tool for a job luckily they had one…read moreleft saved the day..floor guy lead me right to it..Great Customer Service

    Yep, read all the negative reviews before I posted mine and there spot on. Went there twice on 2…read moredifferent days and first time whoever works in the morning was just rude. No emotion didn't say hello. Barely want to even help me but whatever I ordered apart online so I was just picking it up. Went back the next day, online it says the close at 6:30 I got there at 6:03. As soon as I walk in a man and a lady are just standing there talking and laughing and they instantly look at me and say "oh we're closed" even though the door is wide open and then they're just sitting there kicking the shit. I just stand there with a blank face cuz I'm like...really.. it's damn near 30min till close time and yall are literally doing nothing. Lady says.. "well do you know what you need?" Cuz she knew I was like wtf.. so that was her attempt to help me, but I was returning something.. I knew it was gana be an issue so I just turn around and walked out.. they literally walked right behind me and closed the door n locked it. Stood there n watch me go to my car. You think they would help me when there's still 30 minutes to the store closes and there's nobody in there. It's not like they're busy. I'm the only customer in there. Pathetic il never step foot in there again.

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    4.5(88 reviews)
    10.8 miLittle Tokyo, Downtown
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    I always feel like a kid in a candy store when I shop here. When it comes to Japanese tools you are…read morepaying for quality and craftsmanship. So I take my time selecting what I need versus what I want especially because I don't know when I will have the next chance to return. I easily spend several hundreds of dollars here buying my chisels and other carving hand tools. It's cool that the worker remembers who I am (excellent service). The owner himself takes the time to show me the various chisels that they have and you can tell just by listening to him talk the pride he has for the tools that he carries.

    COVID UPDATE for Anzen Hardware. Nori-san is fine, and the…read morestore is open for usual hours of operation. This update is just a reminder that small local businesses are still open. In addition to vegetable seeds and garden supply, there are plenty of home and kitchen tools that you'll use every day of your quarantine isolation. SERVICE Nori-San has always been very helpful with any purchases you might need to make. Now that the store attendance is limited, no doubt you'll receive even more bespoke assistance. STORE ATTENDANCE There is only one person/party allowed in the store at a time. If you're familiar with this small family-owned hardware store, you'll know that there isn't much room for too many people anyway. For precautions of health, just one at a time in the store. If you know what you need, the trip to Anzen is really quick. If you DON'T know what you need, the trip to Anzen can be really easy. I make a regular trip to get professional kitchen knives from Nori-San, and he's always very knowledgable and helpful in the decision. SILLY GIFT PURCHASE: Even if you want a simple silly, but useful kitchen gift for your friends, you will probably find something here. Purchase a KAMENOKO TAWASHI for an unsuspecting friend who doesn't know what it is, ask them to guess what it's for. PARKING Plenty of easy street parking throughout Little Tokyo. COVID PARKING UPDATE - many parking spaces have been redesignated as outdoor seating areas. Judge Also Parking Lot is the best parking lot - across the street.

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    Ziegler's Hardware

    Ziegler's Hardware

    3.0(49 reviews)
    4.5 mi
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    I am posting this review to promote consumer awareness and transparency…read more I called in advance to confirm the availability of an electronic drill driver. The first call was disconnected by the person who answered. A subsequent call was not answered, and I ultimately reached the store from another number and was told the item was in stock. When I arrived, a different employee assisted me and completed the sale. During checkout, the employee opened the product box without my request while responding to a product-related question. The question could have been answered without opening the packaging. The item was not needed and remained unused. When I attempted to return it, I was informed that the store does not accept returns under any circumstances. This policy was not disclosed at the time of purchase and is not stated on the receipt. Under California consumer expectations, material terms such as a no-return policy should be clearly disclosed prior to purchase so customers can make informed decisions...especially when packaging is opened by store staff. Posting this so other customers are aware of the store's policies before purchasing. Comparto esta reseña con el fin de promover transparencia y que otros consumidores puedan tomar decisiones informadas. Llamé con anticipación para confirmar la disponibilidad de un taladro eléctrico. La primera llamada fue cortada por la persona que respondió. Una segunda llamada no fue contestada, y finalmente logré comunicarme desde otro número, donde me confirmaron que el producto estaba disponible. Al llegar a la tienda, otro empleado me atendió y completó la venta. Durante el proceso de pago, el empleado abrió la caja del producto sin que yo lo solicitara, mientras respondía a una pregunta relacionada con el producto. Dicha pregunta pudo haberse respondido sin necesidad de abrir el empaque. El producto no fue utilizado. Al intentar devolverlo, se me informó que la tienda no acepta devoluciones bajo ninguna circunstancia. Esta política no fue informada al momento de la compra y no aparece indicada en el recibo. De acuerdo con las expectativas de protección al consumidor en California, las políticas materiales...como la política de no devoluciones....deben comunicarse claramente antes de completar una compra, especialmente cuando el empaque es abierto por el personal de la tienda. Comparto esta información para que otros clientes tengan en cuenta esta política antes de realizar una compra.

    Didnt let me look around the store to find what i need. Was being pushy. Said "you're not allowed…read moreto look around. Idk what kind of store they're running. Bad customer service. Store is a mess anyways. They have there lunch on a table in the middle of the store.

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    4.7(189 reviews)
    18.0 mi
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    1.21.2025 Always…read morenice helpful folks here, amazingly good selection of actual HARDWARE not just shiny Chinese crap . Here's hoping their insurance does the right thing so they can reopen . -Nate

    Great service, low prices, excellent hardware selection…read more The staff at Altadena Hardware are friendly, helpful, and much more knowledgeable than big box stores. They will ask you about the project you're doing, and help find the right products and materials to fit the application of your work. Need to attach something to something else? They will guide you through the a-la-carte screws, nails, nuts, and bolts with expertness, making sure that the style, strength, and size of the hardware fits your project's needs. The prices for most items are competitive with big box stores-- items like PVC pipe, wood filler, and hardware are cheaper at Altadena Hardware in a side-by-side comparison to big box stores. If you purchase materials like wood or pipe, they can cut it for you for transport! The selection of paint, hardware, garden supplies, light bulbs, power tools, adhesives, and most other typical household hardware needs are excellent. Based on size, they don't stock as much lumber or appliances as big box stores. Very helpful -- they do cartridge exchange for Soda Stream!! And have many options of Soda Stream flavorings. They also sell local honey up at the cash register! Altadena Hardware is my first choice for hardware needs!

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