This long-time classic hardware store is perfect for both hardware and household items. Service is knowledgeable and spot-on excellent every time we've come here--they really know their store and the price-to-value is very good! They also have something our little ones LOVE...Rex the Wonder Bear!!! Rex is also a great way for kids to use their manners. By asking politely if they can pet Rex, they can feel his thick fur and imagine what it's like to be a polar bear. After that, if they ask politely, they can have a lollipop from the service counter staff. Never thought I'd say a hardware store was fun for kids, but Ace Hardware really is! Decent block parking available. read more

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Excellent neighborhood hardware store, with many diverse items in stock. It's my first stop for household goods, just down the block.

Was in the area doing some side work and always needed material. This is a nice location and the staff was very friendly and knowledgeable.

Great local hardware store. A Petaluma treasure. Staff is always helpful and very friendly.

These guys hit it out of the park again today. My water in my toilet had been running and instead of selling me something, they showed me how to clean my float valve needle (guessing at the name of this part :). Once again they were super respectful and I have a new skill set! These guys for the win! read more

This is a lovely store with a great homewares department but the extremely rude man would not let us use our gift card from Amazon for Ace Hardware. He could not have been less helpful if he tried. read more

This is my dream hardware store. I always receive top-notch service. Excellent selection and a fast experience. The windows are also Lovely decorated for Christmas right now. read more

A classic small town-type hardware store with everything from the requisite vast array of nuts & bolts to an impressive selection of very nice kitchen stuff--and very helpful people who help you find what you need. In the middle of Petaluma's busy little downtown, but they do have a small parking lot in back. read more

Old timey style hardware store. I'd dare say almost cute. Lots of inventory. I like the kitchen / housewares area. Have bought a few items there. The prices were much lower for the same items than sur la table. Seasonal holiday display and items for the holidays. The window displays are always fun to see. The windows change out often. Friendly and helpful employees. If you're a tourist visitor and walking around Petaluma this store is worth a few minutes of your time. You might even find a souvenir of your visit. read more

While moving into our temporary home, we needed some last minute repair and adaptation items, and found out that Friedman Brothers was closed. Undaunted, we jumped onto Yelp and found this Ace hardware and drove right over. People that work here are super friendly and really helpful. I was really impressed with how many people behind the counter and roving about the store were enthusiastically trying to help me with my various challenges and helping me think up out of the box solutions to my problems. The store is an awesome conglomeration of basic home improvement and repair selections as well as a very quaint and inclusive home decor/local purveyor purchases. I was able to pick up an awesome looking French press for hubby in a great color and an awesome innovative style along with all of my other purchases that I needed anyway. I felt like the prices were a little high compared to what I'm used to in comparison to like home Depot or Lowe's but I was willing to pay that difference for the personalized service and the small town feel of supporting a local business rather than a big box store. I'll definitely be back and I'm glad to know that this Ace hardware is so helpful and accessible, with easy offsite parking and inclusive hours for people doing projects early as well as late. read more

Excellent local hardware store where the customer will get full attention from excellent staff

Wonderful, traditional hardware store with phenomenal staff and service. There are so many reasons this shop has been around for 99+ years, particularly the vast selection of goods packed effectively into a bright corner shop!! Petalumans are really lucky to be able to choose from such a variety of quality offerings in nearly every hardware category you can think of, including housewares like ktchen necessities. Shop here once and you will likely never go back to big box hardware! read more

Cute gift shop but we were there for the hardware store. Not particularly friendly. We found what we needed fairly quickly. They do not participate in the Ace Rewards program. read more

very cute hardware store if you want to support local rather than a big name store. Friendly helpful workers.

Simply the best. Knowledgeable, helpful, friendly folks. A ton of stuff and a pretty darn good selection. Small enough to find things on your own (even if you don't have to). Treat you like family, but in a GOOD way! I like having access to kitchen materials, household stuff, and tools. This store epitomizes all the things I like about Petaluma. read more

Why I love Rex Ace Hardware - I ordered online from the national Ace Hardware website, selecting curbside pick-up at Rex downtown Petaluma. When you do this for 'big box' stores, you get an email when your product is ready for pick-up. Not so at Rex! I got a phone call from owner Jeff Tomasini telling me the item was ready. Now that's Rex Ace Hardware, shop small for ya! Thanks Jeff! read more

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I have been coming to this store for years. Even if you have NO CLUE what you are doing, they will walk you through the entire process. From hooking up my Tesla Charger to getting random plumbing parts, this is your store! If they do not have something, they will tell you where to go find it. Save yourself a trip to Friedman's, stop by ACE. read more

I had the best experience here today. Everyone was helpful. Found everything I was looking for. Needed a battery for my FOB and asked which one to buy. Instead they changed it for me I will definitely give them my business solely from here on out read more

When I grew up back in the 70s and 80s, my little home town had a locally owned hardware store. It had everything-- fishing tackle, huge bins of bits and bolts, cool gadgets, tools and an endless assortment of batteries. But what I loved about that store, the staff. People who knew everything about everything worked there. No one ever said that's not my department. Sadly, that store is closed. Walmart and Home Depot killed it. But we in Petaluma are very lucky to have such a place-- Rex Hardware. I love this store. People help you. They know all the things you need for a project and I kind of like just visiting even when I don't need anything. So -- instead of giving into the big box with low quality service to save a few penny's-- go to Rex and feel informed and fulfilled. Life is too short for bad stuff and nothing good comes from Home Depot. read more

Best selection in town!! I will be going here for everything the home needs. Quality quality quality. No 'target'/cheaply made products in this store. From my simple purchase of a hand soap holders, to all mounts to laundry basket I'm stoked on the purchases!! These products seem that they will last awhile are are worth the buck. I say thank you to the product selection team!! read more

Amazon's convenient, Home Depot has a huge inventory but Tomasini's Rex Ace Hardware and Country Store has got what we all say we want and feel so sad about disappearing from the American landscape --- a locally owned and staffed small business, excellent, attentive customer service, a well curated inventory, character, you name it... A gem of a store in a gem of a town. read more

Rex Ace Hardware - Hardware Stores Near Me - Petaluma, California

I was very glad I came back in to Ace Hardware in Petaluma, needed some essentials especially during this time of shelter in place, The staff were courteous and helpful as I remembered and the price was literally half of another larger chain hardware store on the east side, also they answered the phone promptly not having been cut off two times prior to getting information if items were in stock and price. Also they had and have had in the past the knowledge for do it yourself repairs in the home again saving a lot of money in these stressful times can't say enough about them read more

This Petaluma Westside store is the best hardware store in the world. I needed a new vacuum but wanted something a bit different than their store models. The sales person encouraged me to go online to Ace Hardware dot com and find exactly what I wanted, bring my choice vacuum cleaner to them, and they would order it for me. I would not be charged shipping. I did and got my fabulous vacuum cleaner in only 4 days. I love this place. In the years I've shopped with them, I can say I have always found what I needed and the customer service is second to none. read more

I've shopped at Rex for almost 15 years and always had a good experience. Today proved to be worth a review. Their staff is kind, knowledgeable and ready to help in any way. It's worth a drive to support a local business. read more

Always a pleasure to stop at Rex's Ace Hardware! The staff are very friendly and very knowledgeable. They have just about everything you'll ever need. Parking is easy - they have their own lot. They are my "go to" place to get answers for any project I am working on. read more

I've been to this store a handful of times and have had pleasant experiences each time... until this evening, that is. Walking back to my car from meeting a friend for coffee, something caught my eye in the window so I went in to check it out. I first stopped at the 50% off table at the front door and flipped through a cookbook, contemplating my need for it. One of the two women at the register realized I was there and greeted me. Ok, cool. As I started to head straight back to the store where the window display is, I noticed I was being watched but I decided it was just my imagination. Nope. The older gentleman who works there had 'slyly' followed me back and pretended to rearrange the merchandise a couple of yards from me. From the corner of my eye I could see that I was being hawk-eyed. Not cool. I walked away to another part of the store, still near the back wall. He followed, pretending to do the same rearranging. Really not cool. I proceeded towards the card display because I remembered that I needed a card for said friend who just closed on a house. Flipping through the display, I found the gentleman now at the front of the store, not far from me as the two women began watching me as well. This store has a lot of great stuff in it from practical household necessities to cute and fun gift ideas. It's really a great place! However, my experience tonight has soured my view. It's been 20 years or so that I've had shopkeepers watch me as though I was looking to steal something. I completely understand the whole shoplifting threat in general and support small businesses in keeping a handle on the problem, but come on! I was in no way acting suspiciously or the like and I, quite honestly, feel (violated?). I will give them the benefit of doubt since this is the first time I've experienced this behavior here and I will try shopping there again. If it repeats when I go in next time, they will have lost a customer. This makes me sad. read more

I needed a smoke detector. The salesman new what he was about & got it for me instantly & recommended the less expensive several in stock. The only downside of my visit was the less than pleasant cashier. They also have home knickknacks besides the comprehensive supply of hardware. read more

My new neighborhood hardware. Super friendly and helpful, but not the cheapest. I am amazed by the variety in such a small space. The only thing I don't like are the receipts - hard to figure out which re riot goes to what item. Bear in the window is a bonus:-) read more

This is a first rate hardware store with fabulous customer service. "Old timey" a cute description but whimsical it is not. This store has the latest in Kitchen tools and supplies and all your day to day hardware needs. It is a far cry from Friedman, Home Depot, and Lowes. I highly recommend. read more

I was born in Petaluma so I'm no stranger to our wonderful downtown Rex Ace Hardware. I go there for the quality of the merchandise, the location, and especially for their expert, professional, and friendly customer service. I can go into Rex Hardware with a vague idea of what I need and come out with the perfect solution; or I can go in knowing exactly what I need and they will quickly point me to the item's location and efficiently ring up the sale. But I don't always accept help the minute I walk in the door. I like to have an excuse to wander around first and check out all the wonderful kitchen and household items. Of course, I haven't been doing leisurely shopping lately but I have made a number of purchases at Rex Hardware since March. I've purchased everything from a CO2 Detector to an outdoor storage shed. Every transaction has been a pleasure. I've ordered both through the website and over the phone. Their curbside service is easy and their customer service is as stellar as ever. I highly recommend Rex Hardware. I've been happy with the merchandise and the people there make sure you are more than satisfied with your purchase. read more

Great alternative to big box. Very knowledgable and helpful staff. No question too stupid

Ran out on a Saturday when I realized almost every single light bulb in our house was out. Ended up walking around the store for an hour and got the bulbs, oil cloth table cloth, crab warmers (so we are not the only losers without them at the next crab feed). I really love all the people who work here. They all are so friendly and ready to jump in and help but they also tease each other and keep the laughs going which I really appreciate! read more

Rude and arrogant owner - not a female friendly store. If that were not bad enough - items are over-priced and selection is scanty.

I needed some basics during our Shelter at Home time so we did a phone order at the hardware store. The gentleman on the phone was just great. One of our items was not available online so he was able to locate it in the store. He spent time getting exactly what we needed and then took my credit card info. I drove over to pick it up and gave them a call since I was parked on the street. Out he came with my items, put them in the trunk, and was efficient. I love this hardware store in person and appreciate the fact they are maintaining their excellent service during the pandemic. Five stars, no question about it. read more

Rex has been a fixture in Petaluma forever. It's the place you go to when you have an idea for a project and you need advice or in my case when the idea gets beyond my know how. It's like my Dad or uncle are there to guide me with the right tools and knowledge. Even if it's a $.49 bolt , they'll take the time to show you what you need to do. They have just about anything you need and the advice is priceless. Also a good selection of kitchen items that make great gifts for yourself or others. I'd rather go to Ace than a big box store any day. read more

Rex Hardware is a Petaluma installment! They carried my houses' outdated spark plugs no problem, last minute kitchen supplies, no problem - and the customer service there is great. It is a smaller store, so I usually call in advance if there's something I specifically need. The nice thing about that? They know what they have, so you won't be on hold for 20 minutes getting bounced around to different departments! read more

I absolutely love this store and I always have a great experience when I'm there. It's true small town customer service from knowledgeable staff who are eager to help. Every town needs a Rex / Ace hardware store. read more

Always knowledgable Always friendly Always has what you need Always clean Always with a smile Like a good family Love this hardware store! read more

I've been to the store many times although everything is outrageously overpriced my experience hasn't been that bad , unfortunately when I think of this store good customer service is the last thing that comes to mind , my experience today made me want to leave a review . I ordered a plastic lawn chair for my patio , just 1 , I paid for it and all I had to do was come in and pick it up , when I got into the store there was a line so I waited about 10 mins in line and when I got up to the cashier , i told her i have a out side plastic chair that is paid for and I'm her to pick it up , she told me to wait near the front door , she called for help and went back to helping (other) customers , the chair is less the 5 pounds , there shop is less then 20 feet away from the cashier but she didn't even bother to really help , so I stood there for 10 more mins watching people come into the store wait in line and leave , but I was still there waiting for 1 plastic chair , and also watched some guys that worked there helping others customers in line and ignoring me , I left without the chair because I ordered food before I entered thinking all I was doing is picking up 1 plastic chair , over 20 mins of waiting is ridiculous for a quick pick up , I'd rather pay less and wait a little longer to get what I need instead of dealing with this store again . read more

I generally love Rex Hardware the people are mostly helpful and show a professional courtesy toward customers - I say mostly because its the majority of them...I still remember when I was younger and the creaky floors they had back in the hardware section they had employees that would help with any and all questions I had however on occasion I see a face I dont recognize like today a near bald headed gentleman w thick glasses gave me a rancid response to a curious question I had over procedure that sorta shocked me However on the whole the people are generally sweethearts read more