Carter's Ace Hardware of Crystal River is a family-owned and operated hardware store that offers a wide range of services and products. They have a full-service Lawn & Garden Center, Paint Studio, Mower Shop, BBQ Grill Store, Plumbing Supply, Electrical Supply, Key Cutting and Programing, Tools, Fasteners, Automotive Supply, and Screen Repair.
The store carries top brands such as Stihl Power Equipment, Scotts, Craftsman, Benjamin Moore Paint, DeWalt, Ego, Milwaukee, Yeti, Traeger Grills, Weber Grills, Big Green Egg, Blackstone, and Sunniland. They also fill propane tanks for BBQ grills, forklifts, and RVs, and offer a Chlorine Exchange.
Customers praise the store's helpful and friendly staff, with one reviewer describing Sharon as "awesome" and another commending Joe for his excellent service. The store has been recognized as the "most helpful Hardware Store" and is known for its clean, fully-stocked, and welcoming environment.
Helpful staff and still has that small town feel that used to be common in Florida.
August 2026
Today 8/8/2026 - Joe and his team were amazing help today. There were 4 different clerks that helped us as we shopped today. We did the $5 charity fill the bucket challenge. Clerks Very helpful and not pushy. They helped us carry our items to the car. Definitely a store we would go back too.
July 2026
Always fast services with propane and any other items you need!
