They carry some paint brands and specialty paint that you won't find at big box stores, similarly…read morewith some other items, which makes it worthwhile to check them out the next time you're doing some painting or a DIY project. Associates are helpful, but not pushy. During busy hours, parking could be challenging.

I go there for my electrical needs because I know they will have it. When I walk in, I am greeted…read moreby one of the employees to help me. If he can't, he refers me to the owner. I would recommend this store.

I live out of state but frequent this store often, as my mother lives nearby. They have always…read morebeen pleasant, helpful, and knowledgeable. On the rare occasion they haven't had what I'm looking for, they were quick to steer me to another store that would likely carry that item. It's always been my first stop once I get that "to do" list. I'm not opposed to big box stores. They obviously can carry a greater inventory. But please shop your local merchant first. Do you really want to drive 20 minutes, park a football field away, spend another 20 minutes hunting down your drywall anchors, painters tape, and toilet flush valve, only to have the security alarm go off when you leave?

I purchased a grill from Shattuck Ace Hardware several years ago and tried to order replacement…read moreparts. I sent pictures of all the places I could find but apparently neither of them were the model and serial number which was needed to order the right parts. So the store manager passed my information on to John Wheatley the store owner. He started texting me around 7AM on a Saturday morning and refused to schedule a convenient time didn't give his name or any context. Just said.. "hey I need to come look at your grill". When John came on into my property and was condescending about the state of my grill and suggested that I get a new one before even opening it (the only issue is that I have been unable to order the typical replacement parts).The manager's rude tone was unacceptable. Next time I'll try to be a white man.

How does great become even better? By paying attention to the little things and dedication to…read moreserving customers. And this dear readers is what Vanderhoof's is all about. Scott and team not only know this business they are committed to serving. I've shared earlier stories and here is another. This past weekend I brought in a pair of garden shears I thought I'd lost and it turned out I left them in the garden all fall and winter. They were rusted beyond recognition and I was so embarrassed to bring them to Scott to see what was possible. Scott smiled as I showed him my buried treasure and asked if I had a few minutes to wait. With that he disappeared into his workshop with the rusted shears. Not even 10 minutes later Scott reappears with an even bigger smile. The shears are good as new and we both wish we had a before picture ( see the after picture below). So there we have it friends. Another memorable moment in my Vanderhoof Hardware journey. Thanks Scott and Thomas for all you do. Enjoy!

great service, well stocked, usually easy parking out on the street. nice to have a local hardware…read morethat helps answer questions

I have been here twice and it's a fine store with a friendly staff…read more What really set them apart from other stores in the area recently was their unusually complete selection of lamp sockets, so I thought I would mention that in a review in case it helps others who are looking for similar parts. I was in need of a special kind of lamp socket which supports two circuits but which is not intended to be used with a 3-way type bulb. I was rewiring a vintage kids' lamp that has a normal light bulb fixture at the socket, as well as a smaller "night light" lamp wired into the base of the lamp. I had done the research online to know more or less what I was looking for, but started striking out in the local stores. I tried TAGS in Davis Square first, because I was over there. They had a terrible selection of only 2 or 3 types of sockets. Then I tried RW Shattuck in Arlington Center, which had many more types but still didn't have what I was looking for and furthermore seemed unaware of the possibility that such a product exists. I was about to give up hope when I stopped in to Wanamaker's. To be honest I don't think they understood the product any more than Shattuck, so it was good that I came in to the store because I wouldn't have gotten confirmation about what I was looking for without browsing. So what set Wanamaker's apart from the other stores is they feature this large case of sockets and it seems to be stocked by default with a huge variety of sockets and related parts. They even had some "interior" parts for some socket types, in case you wanted to just replace the inside without the socket shell. I was very happy to find the part, and a replacement power wire, so I could get to the task of rewiring my son's lamp before bedtime that night.

I'm a woman and I love doing small repairs and maintenance around our home. I always ask lots of…read morequestions and get good advice from the Wanamaker/True Value staff. Been shopping here since we purchased our home over 50 years ago! I have one little gripe, I'm an early riser and ready to start my projects at 6:30am, I do need a few things this morning! Lol!!!

Super helpful staff, very friendly. Found everything I needed for an upcoming move and quickly!read more

very helpful service yesterday. they always have given me good advice=but the help from sue and…read moremike in paint dept was awesome,, thank you.

Looking for a specific woodworking product which was supposed to be in stock in the store, I called…read moreahead to be sure. The person who answered the Hardware phone line checked the shelves in person, since I was driving in from a distance. "Yes, it was on the shelves", he said. Once in the store, a young employee asked me what I was looking for. When I told him, he said "the store did not carry that product." Fortunately I knew better, and told him that I already had verified that it was on the shelves somewhere. He walked away, leaving me to find it on my own, which I eventually did. If I had not verified it's presense, I would have driven home empty handed. Maybe this employee could use a little more training?

The main reason why I use Tags is their location in Porter Square. I find that the staff are…read morefriendly and try to be helpful. However, the pricing is extremely high compared to some other big box stores or ACE hardware locations outside of the city. I highly recommend using their order online for in store pickup for the best pricing since the store will follow the online pricing vs the shelf sticker price. Online orders come with a paper bag that has a handle which makes it nice and easy to carry out. There are two floors to the store, with the majority of home improvement things being on the lower level.

Great addition to Waban center. Surprisingly comprehensive inventory for a relatively small store…read moreand it conveniently serves as a UPS drop-off facility. The employees are always attentive without being over bearing and the prices are reasonable given the convenience factor. Does it completely replace those big box hardware stores? No, but it has saved me a number of trips to Watertown, Waltham or Natick on my home project days. Hope to see it last longer than Waban Kitchen!

Drake was very helpful getting my table lamp socket replaced and it only took 2 days to get it…read moreback. Very reasonable price. Thanks Drake.

Great local feel here. Staff is knowledgable and very helpful, usually offered help just after…read morewalking in. They have most all the things you could need and overall a great hardware store experience, worth the trip vs home depot or others.

Been coming here for years, best hardware store around. Great people working here, too. Always…read moreeager to help you with whatever you need.

This is a quality neighborhood hardware store. They've helped me out with everything from replacing…read morea mailbox to patching concrete. Staff is generally experienced, knowledgeable and service oriented. Their prices are fair, although admittedly tend to be slightly higher than the big box stores. However, their sales and promotions are solid and worthwhile. In addition, I've found the Ace store brand hand tools and other products to be an excellent value for the price, especially when on sale. The hand tools carry a lifetime warranty, and Ace branded items like painter's caulk and spray paint have also proven their worth. We've been working on a fixer-upper for the last three years, and have become intimately familiar with all the hardware stores, big box stores, and lumberyards in the area. While it is not the place for building materials or very specialized items, Rocky's is a great place for general home repair and maintenance items, good advice and great service. Also, if you need something they don't carry, you can order from acehardware.com and have it delivered free to Rocky's, which can work out great for heavier/bulkier items.

To all the younger staff - You should probably not be condescending and rude when a customer has a…read morequestion. If they aren't of your generation - there's no need to be as verbally nasty as you were to one of your customers. That's the problem with your generation - you show no respect. Karma is a wonderful thing. Grow up.

A great local hardware store with excellent staff, who are helpful and never too pushy…read more I love their paint selection and the prices are great. Will is always helpful and very proactive in helping.

Quickly helped in making copies of my house key. Staff was helpful and me efficient. Store has an…read moreeclectic mix of products for sale. Fair prices. And of course I always enjoy supporting locals as often as I can!