“Extensive offerings for a neighborhood hardware store. Extremely helpful staff - far prefer going to Kim’s than big box stores. We need to support these local establishments which do a great job servicing our neighborhoods.”
“So much closer and faster to get in and out of than home depot. Costs a little more but worth the time savings. People that work there are knowledgeable. The workers there are able to answer questions without feeling rushed.”
“The staff is very friendly and helpful with finding any items. They've helped me problem solve my specific issues. And the store has a surprisingly large number of products available!”
“They have the part that I wanted. They also have a tech support number and a gentleman named Lenny was patient in polite. I asked a couple of stupid questions, and I got very patient answers.”
“Crafty Beaver is always a cut above the big-box home improvement stores!
Personalized, knowledgeable staff, great products.
And their lumber is a better grade...
Shop local!”
“The minute I walked into the store, the gentleman asked me what m looking for, n he started working back n forth but unfortunately he could not find what m looking for n suggested it going to Clark n Devon.”
“Very happy with recent service from AG. He replaced a plexiglass storm window panel with bent aluminum frame, and the hardware on a sliding storm window panel from a porch door. Relatively small jobs, but he took care to complete the repairs right and at a low price. Communication throughout the process was also great. Highly recommended.”
“This place is just the best. The prices and selection are as good as and often better than big box stores, and the service is on an entirely different level. They do not hesitate to help with anything you need, from locating items to giving input on products to loading the car. Such a gem!”
“This an awesome indepenant hardware store with very knowledgeable staff. They literally have everything you could possibly need and more. The prices are extremely reasonable as well. Please come support this amazing independently owned hardware store!”
“Walked in and dan greeted me with a smile and got me what I needed quickly and politely. Always appreciate the friendly staff here. More knowledgeable and friendly then home depot and menards goons.”
“Today a young man helped me with a product return that took a total of about 60 seconds. Like all the staff, he was very friendly and helpful. I asked him his name, and he extended his hand and said “Sebastian, nice to meet you.” We shook hands, and I said, “nice to meet you too Sebastian.”
Not something that happens every day!”
“I love coming here! Every time I walk in, there is always someone willing to help recommend and find exactly what I need. It is so much nicer to shop at a local store like this than to wander around a massive big-box retailer. The customer service makes all the difference!”
“Always a great experience. The staff will always help out with advice and assist with everything. Overall if I am looking for something specific, will go there every time vs Big Box hardware stores”
7:30AM - 8PM
8330 W Lawrence Ave, Norridge
Hardware Stores
“I’ve been coming to Ace in Norridge many years. Mary Beth is always so helpful and pleasant super friendly when I bring my grandchildren with and super helpful if there’s a sale, I miss she always informs me. It’s such a wonderful experience shopping at Ace. If you can’t find anything, there’s always someone there that will help with a smile”
“We hired Kitchen & Bath Mart to do a full remodel of both our kitchen and bathroom and we could not be happier with the results! Krysti was our designer and she made everything so easy and was a pleasure to work with. We have an almost 100 year old home and her designs made great use of our small, quirky spaces. Bogdan did the install and his work was immaculate! He had both the kitchen and bathroom projects going at the same time and Krysti would come by to check on progress at each step, so everything went smoothly. It felt like no time at all that the work was completed and our old home had some new life.
Do yourself a favor and hire KBMart!”
“Within minutes of being here, a worker helped me find the very specific random thing I needed. Their selection of items is larger than most other Ace stores I’ve gone to as well.”
“Seriously these folks are great. I have had my fair share of experiences walking into hardware stores as a woman and getting talked down to and told I don’t know what I’m talking about. That has never once happened here. Someone is always around to help and prices are super reasonable too. Highly recommend.”
“Finally a real hardware store.
Needed a tap to fix threads on a bathroom fixture are he was able to give me the proper size, along with a single 2.5mm hex wrench.
Nowhere else could help me.”
“One night I went into our bedroom and found a chipmunk on our bed. Quickly went to our local Ace and asked for help. The sales associate told me what product I could use (sticky pads) and gave me directions on how to use it, even suggesting using peanut butter as bait. I went home and followed his directions. An hour later Mr. Chipmunk was stuck to the pad and we were able to remove him from our home. Thanks Ace.”
“I've had several great experiences with this store and the staff in the last couple of months. Super helpful with buying a shop vac and some other items. Shout out to Luis for the extra assistance!”
“We have purchased our hardware needs from Lake Forest Ace Hardware since we moved here years ago.
One of our purchases was a large Weber grill.
Late last week we had a storm in the area and our beautiful grill was picked up by a micro burst and tossed across the patio.
We called the hardware owner Chris and he personally came over and placed everything inside it that was all tossed into a mess back in perfect order and made sure it was working perfectly.
WHO DOES THAT !!!……..YOU CAN DEPEND ON THEM !!
THANKS CHRIS”
“The store had a wide selection of tools and supplies, and I was able to find almost everything on my list. The employees were helpful whenever I needed assistance. A few aisles were a little difficult to navigate because of restocking, but it wasn't a major problem. Overall, a solid experience.”
“Even though they couldn't provide me with the item i wanted, young gentelemt at the front desk was very helpful and concerned about the door o was looking for.”
7:30AM - 4:30PM
8109 Austin Ave, Morton Grove
Hardware Stores
“Great quality tools at reasonable prices.
The membership is very much worth it
This is my go to place for tools.
I just replaced all my yard tools with the Atlas cordless ones. Love them. Battery life is great and power is great! Plus much easier and hassle free with no cord!”
“I've lived in Roger's Park since 60's and this is the first time I've ever been here. I was overwhelmed. Forgot to take pics inside.Needed keys made. 2 keys, a springy hoop key ring for under $7.00! Boom, Done!Compared to the key Kiosk at the Jewels, $13.50 plus 3 to 5 days shipping, no thanks.Support your local merchants.”
7:30AM - 6:30PM
5035 Oakton St, Skokie
Hardware Stores
“There's street parking as well as a few spaces south of the building. I noticed city lots across the street. I went for one item. That was downstairs. There's no elevator. Elderly may consider ordering online for pickup. I didn't see any other customers.”
“I love this place. Old-time hardware store w friendly knowledgeable staff. Especially for our older homes, if you need it, they have it. I hope residents support this gem, by giving them their business.”