109 Broadway, Fairfax CA 94930
“Appreciate this place is right in Fairfax and an easy go to when I need some hardware. Could be me and the level of questions I ask because I wanna get my project right, and I often find the staff are annoyed and dismissive with me. Bummed me out today when an older staff member was frustrated with and openly berating a young kid working there. It’s all relative so I don’t know the whole story. Also, must have balance in a review ;) there are numerous beings that work there that are always nice and very helpful. I will continue to shop here for small projects 🌻🐝.. .”
109 Broadway, Fairfax CA 94930
“I needed a turnbuckle and fast. Not a single Ace Hardaware (or Lowes or Home Depot) had it in stock except in Fairfax. Picked it up curbside and Rupa brought it to my car. It was 1/2 and inch too big. Went looking for the next size smaller, only Fairfax had it. Picked it up first thing in the morning great service. Every employee was interested in me getting what I needed and Rupa searched it out for me and told me to return the first one for a refund. I had only been to this hardware/garden/curio store once before this weekend but all three of my experiences their were somehow better than any other hardware store. And I have been to a lot of hardware stores.”
62 Woodland Ave, San Rafael CA 94901
“I asked a question, everyone stood there, and Zachary answered as if he committed the entire store's inventory to memory. He was very knowledgeable, resourceful, and kind, helping me with my purchase. Thank you”
1535 S Novato Blvd A, Novato CA 94947
“Pini Hardware is great ! So easy to work with. I have a SodaStream and I get my refills for it there. When I got my new SodaStream I had to switch CO2 canisters to a different type and they were great about it. Highly recommend them.”
123 Bellam Blvd, San Rafael CA 94901
“The staff at Airgas San Rafael are polite, accommodating and friendly. Whether it is placing orders or meeting deliveries at our own facility, Airgas San Rafael is highly professional, reliable and always has the products we need or can source them within a few days. Tony Longmire has been delivering liquid nitrogen and carbon dioxide tanks to us for over a decade and he is the best! Airgas San Rafael has help our company succeed.”
707 Grant Ave, Novato CA 94945
“Best store I’ve been to in a long time. Feels like a family run business for generations. The staff is very knowledgeable and service oriented. They take pride in what they do. When I called in about a repair, Noel was both helpful and understanding…which prompted me to drop by. Ended up purchasing a Husqvarna leaf blower to replace my old one that had reach its day ( 25 years old ). Hope this one performs the same. Thanks for a great experience 5 star store ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️”
318 Caledonia St, Sausalito CA 94965
“I always find what I need here, whether it's a random tool or some paint. The staff is super helpful and friendly, which makes shopping for home projects way less stressful. It's my go-to spot!”
900 Andersen Dr, San Rafael CA 94901
“5 big stars for Cathy, who guided me through all of Tap's 10 Bay Area stores in pursuit of nearly 300 lbs. of a specialized polymer product. While her San Rafael store had a good chunk of what we needed, without her knowledge of the entire Tap inventory structure I would have been out of luck. Terrific customer service, something I've frequently had at Tap but never take for granted!”
800 Magnolia Ave, Larkspur CA 94939
“The crew at Corbett's are terrific! The woman who has helped me a couple of times makes me feel like I'm her next door neighbor. She looks out for her customers. She friendly, knowledgable and can work out a glitch quickly and with a smile.I've also enjoyed some fun conversations with a fellow who checked me out a couple of times - esp about my surprise at seeing pies at a hardware store! Each visit has been a very positive experience.”
863 Francisco Blvd E, San Rafael CA 94901
“This location has stepped up its game. When you walk in they greet you and the store looks amazing. I been shopping here for years and that wasn't the case years ago. Great improvement!!!”
41 Hamilton Dr STE N, Novato CA 94949
“My go to place's pump was down and I needed CO2. North Bay Gas is right in my neighborhood so I decided to try them. What a pleasant surprise. I pulled right up, got immediate service and a good price! Really nice people. Anything else I need from their small but packed shop I'm going to buy from them. This is now my new go to place!!”
Goodman Building Supply, 775 Redwood Hwy, Mill Valley CA 94941
“This is your quintessential neighborhood hardware store! Jonathan, Charlie, Albert and company are extremely helpful with nearly every project we are tasked with completing. Thanks guys for the many years of your expertise, insight, humor and good ole fashion customer service!”
930 Andersen Dr, San Rafael CA 94901
“Rafael Lumber was an integral and reliable supplier in our multi year remodel project. We deeply appreciate the consistent, expert and expedient service and supply. We especially thank Patrick and Philip as well as the whole team.”
1 Olema Bolinas Rd, Bolinas CA 94924
“A surprisingly well stocked hardware store, huge benefit to locals as we dont need to make the 1/2 hour trek to Pt. Reyes Station to get a fastener. They also stock a variety of rustic home decor items, outdoor furniture, and barbecues.”
180 Merrydale Rd, San Rafael CA 94903
“Subject: 10/10 Experience – Marin Ace & Perplexity Recommendation Dear Marin Ace / Perplexity Team, I wanted to share a quick review of my recent experience purchasing a Traeger grill based on Perplexity’s recommendation to use Marin Ace in San Rafael. Perplexity identified Marin Ace as the best low-hassle option for buying, delivering, and setting up a Traeger in Belvedere, and that recommendation was spot on. The purchase process was extremely easy – clear information, no confusion, and everything handled efficiently from the start. Delivery was scheduled quickly and the grill arrived much sooner than I expected. The delivery and setup team did an outstanding job. They assembled the grill perfectly, walked through the basics, and made sure everything was working as it should. Just as importantly, they were careful and professional inside the home, taking care not to damage the floors or bump into walls or furniture. It felt like a true white-glove experience. Overall, this was a 10/10 experience. The combination of Perplexity’s guidance and Marin Ace’s execution made what could have been a complicated, heavy, and annoying process into something completely seamless. I would absolutely recommend this setup to anyone in the area looking to purchase and install a Traeger. You have my full permission to share this review internally and with corporate.”
60 Golden Gate Dr, San Rafael CA 94901
“Have been coming here since the beginning of my apprenticeship, I’ve dealt with every single staff member here and I can confidently say, everyone goes above and beyond for their customers. I’ve never had an issue with my orders and it’s great to know I can rely on a shop to have my will call in the blink of an eye. Super friendly staff! Great job guys! & Leslie!”
5776 Paradise Dr, Corte Madera CA 94925
“I don't write a lot of reviews, in fact it's probably been years since my last one, but I have to give a Big Shout Out to Rob Melia and the rest of the staff at Ferguson's in Corte Madera. I had a problem with an order, and Rob could not of been nicer in helping me resolve it. He certainly went above and beyond, going the extra mile to help me. These days when customer service is almost nonexistent, it was refreshing to see it's alive and well at Ferguson's and says a lot about the company. If you need anything to do with plumbing supplies, I'm happy to give my unconditional recommendation to them--you won't be disappointed.”
800 Sweetser Ave, Novato CA 94945
“This business has some of the best service around, i deliver to many lumber places as a truck driver this lumber shop by far is the most respectful. The employees are always above and beyond friendly. I can only imagine how the customer service is. Great people work here!”
717 Francisco Blvd E, San Rafael CA 94901
“Very helpful staff! Shan probably made me 25 samples before I decided on my colors and even had the paint delivered to my house. Definitely recommend Dunn Edwards for the best quality paint and shopping experience.”
191 San Marin Dr, Novato CA 94945
“My husband and I bought a grill from Pini Ace Hardware, which is across the street from our home, and were blown away by the service. The team helped us wheel a huge grill across a busy intersection and placed it right in our backyard, the same day, just in time for Memorial Day weekend with family. Talk about feeling like a true hometown store! Excellent customer service. Thank you so much!”
1826 4th St, San Rafael CA 94901
“I was greatly impressed when Paul said he would split a 47-pound bag of cement in two bags so I could carry it up my stairs for a DIY project. At first, I called five hardware stores in San Rafael, asking for a 25-pound bag. The smallest was forty-seven pounds. Only Paul presented a solution. It was such a small purchase, but he did not see it that way. He just saw a positive outcome. I am so grateful. The entire staff is committed and knowledgeable every time I come. Yup, Ace is the place indeed.”
111 Shoreline Pkwy, San Rafael CA 94901
“I've not been to Home Depot in quite a few years. Today, I walked through the doors, I noticed how organized this location was. I had a quick look around and realized, I needed help with not only answering a few questions about toilets, but getting the toilet I ultimately chose to the cash register. I found a gentleman named Brock, who answered all my questions about what they had in stock. He also helped with the handle for the shower. I felt like a VIP working with this man who ultimately asked for extra assistance from David, his coworker to put it in my car. Come to find out, Brock was the manager of this location. Thank you so much Brock and David for making my experience at Home Depot pleasant!”
1100 Andersen Dr, San Rafael CA 94901
“Will is one of the most professional person I've worked with. Super knowledgeable and helpful, he doesn't make you feel like you don't know anything instead he helps and asks you questions to make sure he knows what you need the material for. Amazing customer service Will.”
775 Redwood Hwy, Mill Valley CA 94941
“thought it was just another hardware store but ive been back like five times this month alone. really solid stuff and the people actually know what theyre talking about. my go to spot now.”
111 Shoreline Pkwy, San Rafael CA 94901
“I was recently pleasantly surprised by how helpful the staff were. Tarek helped us track down a respirator. It turns out they keep them in different store locations and after some diligent searching he found the one we were looking for. - And, Charlie's garden department is always amazing!”
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