I had a pleasant experience at this hardware store. The inventory is small but many different…read morethings to choose between.

I read the previous review and thought I'd give it the store a try, especially since I want to…read moresupport small, local businesses. I'm sorry, but I can't agree with the previous positive comment. It may have been, at one time, the cool, old-time hardware store I'd hoped it would be, but that was many, many years ago. In fact, it was quite dark inside and very dirty. The shelves and racks were almost all bare. The sole employee had no people skills, usually giving one-word responses. He obviously did not care about me (his only customer) as he was not wearing a mask, saying that he didn't believe in them. I won't be back. To me, it is worth it to travel 20-25 minutes up the road to Ace, Lowe's or Home Depot.

For a long time I supported this place and strongly advocated against shopping at Ace hardware…read more Keep things local at a hardware store that is part of the community. Unfortunately, one smug employee ruined that experience for me, and I'll now be switching my allegiance to Ace. I purchased a small $6 shower accessory. Unfortunately I lost the receipt. The accessory was not what I needed, and I attempted to return it. The employee stated I cannot return without a receipt, even for a store credit (I was going to purchase products worth more than the value of what I was returning). I was disappointed at this response, but I shopped for what I needed anyway. I went to the front, and the employee was helping another customer in an aisle. After helping that customer, she proceeded to another customer in the aisle. Now, I understand one person having to triage, but at that point a simple acknowledgement of me would have been nice. It felt intentional, and it seemed as if the employee was taking satisfaction, acting somewhat smug as she told me she won't accept a return without a receipt. Not sure if this is just one rude employee, or the owner is really this strict about returns on $6 items that are clearly unused, but either way, I seriously doubt I'll be doing business here any more. If you had or have a similar experience, I also encourage you to drop these clowns. (Incidentally, when I purchased the item I would eventually return, I was not asked for my phone number (which they generally use to text receipts, as I'm part of their "customer club" or whatever. So there is actually another mess-up by a different employee that could have accommodated the companies own draconian return policy.) In short, I go to a neighborhood spot like this for the service. And when I'm treated this way, it defeats the purpose of avoiding much more convenient and likely cheaper options like Ace or Amazon. You are not really selling hardware - you should be trying to offer a superior customer experience--remember that and you will not lose customers like this

Nichols is top notch. I love their helpful employees. They know where everything is and if they…read moredon't have it? They'll tell you where to go to find it.

Great little old time hardware store with US Post Office inside and the lowest gas in the area.read more

Went in to find a bolt for a trailer hitch problem. Man at counter came around asking if I was…read morefinding everything I needed. I told him what I was trying to do and he provided the perfect solution within 15 seconds! Great service!!

Wonderful store, extremely helpful staff. This is my go-to place for wild bird seed year round…read more(they carry sacks of seed to the car for me without my having to ask). In the spring, the assortment of plants is amazing - large variety and very healthy.

Great selection of items for pets. Lots of cleaners. They carry Mrs. Meyer's stuff. I get light…read morebulbs, mason jars and more here. Too short of hours. Friendly staff, reasonable prices.

Poor holiday return policy! I purchased an item 4 days before Christmas, had to look online for the…read morereturn policy but didn't scroll down to find "holiday returns". I assumed I could follow the regular return policy, but found out you cannot return a holiday item after the holiday. This needs to be highlighted or reviewed with the customer when they are purchasing a holiday item. Who has time around the holidays to go online to find a specific return policy and then find the time to make the return if it didn't seem urgent?

Couldn't find my receipt to do the survey so I thought I would post here. A big shout out and thank…read moreyou to Matt and Sean for helping me load my truck ... people at the store always helpful and kind thank you guys!!!