16217 US-441, Micanopy FL 32667
“Local hardware store. Owned by real genuine people. They answer the phone, they'll help you find what you need. They fix mowers and stuff.A little piece of Americana still doing well in Micanopy FL.I use them, you should too.”
3005 SW Williston Rd, Gainesville FL 32608
“Don’t be fooled by the small storefront—this place is a hidden gem. They have everything you could possibly need for any project, backed by a massive warehouse full of supplies. Even if you came just for the great prices, it would be worth the trip. But what really sets them apart is the exceptional customer service. Brent and the rest of the team offer the kind of old-school service that’s hard to find these days—friendly, knowledgeable, and genuinely helpful. Plus, they sell the best sunglasses on the market, BAJIO!”
4414 SW 34th St, Gainesville FL 32608
“Being a queer person ordinarily makes working blue collar or interfacing with others within the confines of that type of industry an absolute nightmare. People treat you like you're either stupid or completely inept. For an unusual change, everyone was very cool. They assisted me and my friend with a simple job that had miraculously managed to confound us both for days. Just that quick it was solved. I'm very appreciative. It was rapidly turning into a waking nightmare, and I expected my interactions with anyone in the field of plumbing to be negative. Thanks.”
3101 Clark Butler Blvd, Gainesville FL 32608
“Erik W. is the definition of exceptional customer service! From the moment I walked in, he was friendly, professional, and genuinely eager to help. He didn’t just point me in the right direction — he made sure I got exactly where I needed to go quickly and efficiently. It’s rare to find someone who takes that extra step to make a customer feel valued, but Erik absolutely does. His positive attitude and willingness to help made my entire shopping experience smooth and stress-free. If every store had an Erik, shopping would always be this easy. 10/10 — he’s a rockstar! ?”
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