Hardware Stores in Bristol, CT

“Great deals if you have their email service and credit card! I usually find everything I need and the store is usually fully stocked! The staff is usually courteous and helpful!”

“I recently needed to purchase some electrical supplies for a home renovation project. I went to Electrical Wholesaler, and I was very impressed with the service I received. The staff was very helpful and knowledgeable. They were able to answer all of my questions and help me find the exact supplies I needed. The visit was quick and efficient. I was in and out in no time. I will definitely return to Electrical Wholesaler when I need electrical supplies in the future.”

“This place has saved my DIYer butt more times that I'd care to admit. We used to go in there regularly for hardware, and to rent equipment. I've moved out of the area, but still have relatives the next town over, and when I need something of a hardware nature. I pass several big box stores to get to City because I know they know what they are talking about.Earlier this year, when another locally owned hardware and rental place couldn't be bothered to do the most basic part number search for a pulley on an older lawn tractor, I went to City and not only did they bother, they had the part in stock. Yesterday, I needed another part for the same tractor, they didn't have in stock, but they were able to order it. And because of their knowledge, they cross-referenced the part number and found me the right part at a fraction of what the labeled brand would have cost. You can't replace that type of expertise.You don't know what you've got until it's gone. Local hardware stores have been losing out to the big box stores for decades. The True Value in Southington closed decades ago, and our local True Value in New Milford just closed last week. The loss of that institutional knowledge is immeasurable. Can the staff sometimes be a little gruff? Maybe, but I'll take gruff and able to solve the problem over just ignoring you or not knowing what they are talking about any day.”

“Most pleasant Home Depot I've ever been in. The employees were engaging but not overly so and were all smiling like they were happy to be there. I'll take that all day long.”

“Located on Route 6 in Bristol on its own land plot with plenty of parking, Bristol's The Home Depot is in a prime location. The store is full-sized and has the tan and orange color scheme you think of when you think of The Home Depot. Outside, there's a LOT of parking- more than they'd ever possibly need or use. There's a good 12+ spaces blocked off for a shed buying zone, and the entire side of the building's parking spots are covered in Lawn & Garden backstock, yet there is still twice the parking they'd possibly need. So, don't worry if you have to tow a trailer with you, or you're driving your RV. There IS somewhere for you to park your oversized vehicle. I really like their lawn and garden center. It's full sized- offering a half-outside/half-outside department, with plants, gardening supplies and lawn tools/equipment, and then stuff to put on the patio like grills, patio sets, fire pits & more. Then, in the main part of the store is pretty much all of home Depot besides lumber. This location is well staffed with helpful employees. While it may seem easy to get lost in a store with 20 foot high shelves, the helpful employees help you navigate the aisles easily enough. This location of The Home Depot seems to have it all, so it is a total bummer when I can't find what I need- like while there are soldering irons- I've had less luck finding flux or desoldering wick. I'd expect there to be at least one option for every product needed for a hobby/project. At the other end of the store is lumber and tool rental. This location has a great tool rental program, and the staff running it are friendly and knowledgeable. The lumber department can seem intimidating, but again, there are employees willing to help out. This location also offers classes for kids, which is so cool and necessary. One of the reasons I'm into DIY projects today is from doing projects as a kid at The Home Depot. Overall, if you're looking for an ideal experience at The Home Depot, this Bristol location is well worth the visit.”

“I always find what I need, but it’s not because everyone is perfectly trained and personable. But at least I can attest I get better help than in Lowe’s.We’re living times where unfortunately true customer service is fading.”

“I was in 4 times today and helped by Kris in plumbing, he was very knowledgeable and friendly and helped me tremendously considering I have absolutely no idea what I'm doing, that being said I managed to get my sink fixed thanks to him and that is pretty amazing!”