“My wife and I had a great experience at Killingworth True Value over Memorial Day Weekend. The staff was friendly and very helpful, and it's probably the nicest hardware store we've ever been in. Special thanks to Grace, who worked with the small paint sample we brought in until she got the color matched.”
“This is one of the few Ego mower authorized repair centers in the area. Excellent service at reasonable prices. If you need an Ego device repaired, this is the place to go to.”
“Awesome little hardware store staff is great especially my man at the front register. This guy will put a smile on your face every time you walk in. So if you need something or are in a shitty mood just walk in and say hi .”
“Doing a job 2 mi away. They had everything I need. There's nothing else around for five miles. They have a little bit of everything. Plumbing electrical definitely carpentry. Trim work framing concrete One-Stop shopping.”
“I'm building a pergola with a friend, and he recommended getting our supplies from this yard because they deliver statewide. The entire experience was excellent—from placing the order to their prompt replacement or credit for a warped or damaged board, no questions asked. This is a top-notch, old-fashioned lumber yard, and I will definitely recommend them to others.”
“The best hardware store in CT, Taylor, Jarrett and BJ do a phenomenal job, they have a wide variety of products and they are very knowledgeable. 10/10 recommend to anyone in the area”
“The old 'Higganum Feed' was a dump and the people working the same sort you'd encounter at an inner city auto shop. The place is under new management which clearly takes pride in the appearance of the place and the gentleman behind the counter is friendly and helpful. Give it a try and you'll see for yourself. And no, no interest in the place, couldn't tell you the owners name.”
“Great people who really know what they’re doing. They helped me choose the right snowblower, didn’t try to oversell me, and were there for me when I needed help afterwards.”
“Glad I found this place near my store in Clinton. The service is outstanding. True customer service I was treated with dignity and respect and they have a lot of patience to show me how to use the tool. Thank you. The job came out excellent hope to see you on my next project.”
“Phil does an amazing job. I've been going there for years and I can honestly say that Phil provides the best customer service I've seen anywhere. He's knowledgeable, professional and he goes above and beyond.”
“⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Five Stars Isn’t Enough! I’m not even sure where to start — this business, the staff, the atmosphere — everything about Shagbark is above and beyond amazing. We moved to town almost three years ago, and from day one, we were treated like family. We rely on Shagbark for everything: animal feed, bedding, gardening supplies, and even materials for our next big house project. Our children love coming along (mostly for the popcorn, of course!), and every visit makes us feel welcomed, appreciated, and never like a bother. I recently started a local cottage bakery and had the honor of being a vendor at Shagbark’s Fall Festival. I must have asked a hundred questions during the process, and not once did anyone make me feel like I was being a nuisance. The staff’s kindness, patience, and genuine support for small businesses are unmatched. Shagbark truly embodies what it means to care for a community — from giving back to supporting local families and making every customer feel at home. It’s a blessing to have them right here in our town. If you haven’t been yet, go! Local or far you won’t be disappointed. You’ll find everything you need and leave with a smile. Shagbark is one of a kind. ?❤️”
“1 of the best dollar trees around. I have noticed the shelves go empty much faster now because the amount of people shopping here has increased significantly. Great for this location, but proof the economy is hurting.”
Lowe's is giving its loyalty program a makeover to better serve small and mid-sized professional contractors. The home improvement retailer has changed its MVPs Pro Rewards & Partnership Program into the new MyLowe's Pro Rewards. The updated program aims to make life easier for professionals while offering more benefits from their first purchase.
Ace Hardware is reimagining itself with a new store concept. The home improvement retailer plans to invest over $1 billion in the next five years to roll out "Elevate Ace" across new and existing locations. The revamped stores will feature brand showrooms, expanded product lines, and enhanced customer service. Some locations will even boast outdoor spaces with live plant displays. Ace gave retailers a sneak peek at the concept during its recent Chicago convention. While a few stores will debut the new look later this year, the full rollout begins in January.
Ace Hardware is hammering out an impressive growth story. The retailer-owned cooperative is celebrating its 100th anniversary with a bang, reaching 5,000 U.S. stores and planning to open 200 new locations in 2024. The company hit a milestone when it opened its 100th new store this year in Henderson, Nevada. Another newcomer, Fixit Ace Hardware in Roswell, Georgia, became the 5,000th domestic Ace store.
In the latest move of its growth plan, leading paint maker Dunn-Edwards just opened 17 new retail locations throughout Northern California. This expansion of physical stores boosts the company's footprint in the region by over 50%.
The expansion caps an exciting time for the nearly 100-year-old company. With its 100th anniversary in 2025, Dunn-Edwards is strengthening its market position through planned growth focused on better serving pros, homeowners and employees.