(Shopped 09/16/2026 WE @ 12:00pm): This hardware store was a "newcomer"... in 1922!…read more In my quest to explore the various cuisine scenes and things to do throughout Jersey City and specifically the Heights, I found myself at Novick Hardware in search of some home repair items for my friend's place. I've passed this place on multiple occasions over the course of five years since my friend moved here, but I never really had a need to enter other than my fascination with hardware stores and the myriad of things they carried since I was a young kid when I followed my dad into them when he did all of the maintenance at the family's rental properties. Founded by the Novick family in 1922, the surname literally translated to "newcomer" in the Jewish and Polish languages. In 2013, Mitzi and Bartolo Tejada bought the business. In April 2022, it celebrated its 100th anniversary and continued to be a landmark and stalwart at the same location. As a newcomer to this business, did I find what I needed at this hardware store!? PURCHASE(S) Replacement Bathroom Window Screen 30" L x 14" H ($20.00): This was the main reason for my visit. Since my friend moved in, the bathroom window never had a screen, so it was hard to have the window open for ventilation for fear of bugs and such coming in (mosquitos were eating me alive!). So, I finally got fed up, took the customized measurements, and they were able to make it for me in less than 15 minutes while I shopped around. It was a near-perfect fit (my measurements were slightly off), but it did the job. TruGuard Safety And Security 1"-1/2" Protection Furniture Leg Pas 4pc ($4.99): I noticed some scuff marks on the wood floor underneath a chair that didn't have any foot padding, so I installed these to prevent any further damage. Bathtub Hairstopper ($4.99): My friend had a full lush head of hair, and her tub drain barely had a cover to catch any of her strands, so I felt this was an easier solution to alleviate the slow clogging that was going on. Green & Yellow Key Tag ($1.00 x2): I coincidently needed these for a couple of color-coded properties back home. SERVICE I initially called the day before and inquired whether or not they made window screens and spoke with a very friendly and informative gentleman (I never got his name). When I arrived the following day, I met said gentleman, and he proceeded to make time to have this window screen made. Once he was done, he found me in the store with a new screen in hand, left it for me at the counter, and wished me a good day. At the counter, a different friendly gentleman rang me up, and I was on my way with my prized possession - todah! PARKING (Varied; N/A this instance): This was a moot point since I walked the flat 15-minute distance. No parking lots in sight, there seemed to be plenty of spots along the main drag of Central Ave. and all surrounding side streets - 'nuff said. ATMOSPHERE, DÉCOR, AMBIENCE A compact floorplan with several long aisles thoroughly stocked while items and materials were displayed from floor to ceiling and wall to wall. Although I saw a flight of stairs that went downstairs and upstairs, I was unsure whether or not merchandise was sold on those levels. Otherwise, it was just one level. This definitely was your neighborhood hardware store versus the big box ones, so items, quantities, and services were limited. A decent amount of natural lighting filtered through the front glass doors and windows while soul-sucking fluorescent electric ceiling lights filled in the rest. There weren't any TVs while I believed music played in the background. ATTIRE Totally casual, so I would normally be in a t-shirt, boardshorts, and flip-flops. OVERALL Novick Hardware has served the community for over 100 years, so dammit, it was obviously doing something right, and I couldn't have been happier to finally visit them! Benjamin Moore Paint seemed to be a huge part of their business model, and quite honestly, I didn't ask what else they did. For the merchandise and possible services they might've lacked, they really made up for it with the customer service and comparable prices. Plus, I always preferred to support small mom & pop businesses. I found complete value based on the prices, service, and experience noted above (TOTAL paid experience was around $32.31 BEFORE any discounts and/or tip). And, they accepted my credit card of choice... AMEX! 5.0 STARS

This beautiful family that owns the store are amazing!!! The gentleman that works there is so…read moreinformative and helpful. If they don't have it, they'll get it for you. It's been a fixture in this community for years and God willing it will be here for our grandkids. Thanks guys for sticking it out when a competitor tried to slide in. Highly recommend this store for any of your household needs. James Post

The customer service is fantastic! The amount of inventory is great, they have everything! They…read morealso offer amazing services like window and screen repair and they DELIVER! Good pricing and parking!!

I bought white paint on 11/11/24 at around 12:50 pm the male worker there sold me the worst kind…read moreof paint I ever used ever, it damaged my walls and very cheap quality, thumbs down on this review.

I was looking for a specific cleaning product at Home Depot. When they didn't have it, I decided to…read moretry Ace Hardware. To my surprise, they had what I needed! There was other item they didn't have, but I was happy to get the cleaning product. They were also very helpful with helping my find what needed. Would definitely return for paint or other home project needs!

Terracotta pots, wall hooks, drills, hand and dish soap... you can find a lot in this little gem on…read moreWashington. It's a little tight inside but the store is surprisingly big. Someone always asks if they can help me find something the minute I walk in and if I say no, I'm left to fend for myself no problem. They can be a bit pricey for bigger things, like the drill my fiancé bought, but they are really reasonably priced for most other things. I know they can paint match and have picked up small bottles and cans for small projects. This a great neighborhood spot and I stop in often. Happy to know they have nearly anything I could need for projects big or small!!

Great staff, willing to go the extra mile to help out.read more

I was initially very satisfied with my key copying experience here but after trying the keys, only…read moreabout 5 out of the 20 work.

I normally don't post reviews but with the help I received recently from them was incredible! We…read morebought a gallon of paint 5years ago and was in desperate need of finding the exact color. I can't believe why I didn't ask for his name but he was very patient and eager to help me find the right match. He did his research and asked me some questions and later did you know? He found the exact color! I highly recommend this place because not only are they helpful but they sure are very knowledgable! Thanks again for finding my Yellow Squash Eggshell paint!!! We are very happy with the result!

I live in the neighborhood and have shopped here for ten years but I'm done. I needed to replace a…read moreburned-out $5 300W halogen lightbulb. I came here to pick one up a few days ago and was advised instead to buy a 150W bulb because 300W would be too bright. Brought it home, installed it, and it didn't work. No big deal. So I came back to return it today - in the middle of my workday, because their hours are so restricted. In a normal store, you just switch out the defective bulb; quick and dirty. Not here - the clerk's aggressive line of questioning made clear he didn't trust me in the least. Clerk: How do you know the bulb doesn't work if you didn't open the package? Me: The package is open - see? You just didn't see where I tore it open. Clerk: Did you touch the bulb when you were installing it? Me: No, I wore gloves like you're supposed to do. [Clerk pulls out a massive magnifying glass to read the fine print on the back of the package.] Clerk: Aha! It says here, 'Do not install if the lamp is hot.' Was your lamp hot? Me: No. I was replacing a bulb that burned out days ago and the lamp hadn't been used. [Clerk walks to a shelf and picks up a utility light that uses a similar bulb. He spends several minutes opening it up but doesn't test the defective bulb in it. He pulls out the 500W bulb that was packaged with the utility light.] Clerk: Do you just want to take this bulb? Me: No, that's a 500W bulb and my light is a 300W light. Clerk (triumphantly): What? Then why'd you buy a 150W bulb? (Waves defective bulb in the air.) Me: Because when I bought it the guy here, at this hardware store, told me to buy it. I was following the advice of your staff. [Clerk glares at me.] So I said forget it, I just came here to replace a $5 bulb, not lose half my workday and get interrogated to boot. From now on I'm buying my hardware at Home Depot or Amazon. Say what you will about supporting the spunky little local stores - I can't deal with this again.

Been going to Garber's for nearly 30 years, since they had their old storefront on 8th Avenue. This…read moreis the only hardware store in the area that still carries building, electrical, and plumbing supplies for every repair you can think of. I've been in other stores where they didn't even know the difference between a sheet metal screw and a wood screw, and they only carry one brand of any item. As for reviews below that say the proprietors are dismissive to women -- this couldn't be more wrong! From the first time I was in there, I was spoken to with respect, treated like a knowledgeable customer instead of talked down to by someone assuming I knew nothing. This is one of the reasons I go there instead of anywhere else -- no mansplaining. Garber's is a true, old-style hardware store, with generations of family behind the counter, everything you could possibly need to fix up your house or apartment (or a promise to order it if they don't have it), and yes, even a curmudgeon or two. So what? They're not obsequious, but they are very helpful -- and busy with tradespeople, which tells you everything you need to know about how good they are.

Truly some of the rudest people you'll ever encounter. I came in for a simple exchange after…read morerealizing--within five minutes of my purchase--that I had bought the wrong item. Instead of trying to help, they immediately gave me attitude and refused to work with me. Even if you're polite and respectful, they treat you like you're inconveniencing them. What's even more disappointing is the way they respond to customers in their Google reviews. They seem to expect everyone to have expert knowledge of hardware. Not everyone works in that industry--I'm in finance, and that's exactly why I came to a hardware store for help. If customers already knew everything, they wouldn't need to ask questions in the first place. A little patience and basic customer service would go a long way.

This place always seems to have whatever I need. I'm not the most comfortable person in hardware…read morestores, and often have a hard time describing what I need, but somehow they're always able to help me! Over the years I've gotten screws, hooks, sink pipes, and basically every supply I needed for painting my hallway and bedroom. They're really friendly, helpful and attentive. Most of my trips in are usually 5 mins or less, they're that good!

Was super helpful and found everything I needed in less than 2 minutes…read more Purchased: packing Tape Rubber Hammer

Looking for hardware, not software, to fix my slow draining bathroom sink…read more The last timeI was here, same issue with the right fix. I asked and he told me exactly where in the store I would find it, downstairs to the left all the way in the back bottom shelf. Reasonable prices. What's not to like?

After thanks to road construction on NYE 2025, I was w/o water until NYD 2026, ironically, When I…read morewent to shower on 1/2/26 the hose to my handheld shower head plastic covering had cracked making hand held useless. Went to Dick's on my lunch hour, associate helped me find just a hose, vs. having to buy whole new set, it worked, and I am very happy with my experience, superior to having done this online, since I am not a plumber by trade.

I don't have much experience fixing plumbing. They were patient and answered all my questions. They…read moreeven called my superintendent to make sure I was buying the right pipes, then cut them to size. Watching them at work was like a performance in itself. They're wizards with hardware. And friendly.

One of the last of the old-fashioned hardware stores, and I'm a fan. They have a wonderful, huge…read moreselection of hardware items, and their store personnel are knowledgeable. They are also honorable people. I had to return an item that It turned out I didn't need, and it was the smoothest return process I've ever experienced. What great people! So don't go to Home Depot, where they don't know anything about their stock. Come here.

Great neighborhood bar and super nice bartenders!! Happy…read morehour is always fun! A local gem.

Check out their schedule of drag shows. Decent sized dance space in the back with elevated stage…read morefor go-go boys. Kenny was an enthusiastic server during the drag show