“It’s a real hardware store! Everything you need they have in stock. I can always find what I’m looking for and then I start looking around and they have an amazing selection of household goods, kitchen appliances you can’t find anywhere else. It’s a fun and wonderful store.”
“Very nice staff who have helped me on numerous occasions since I bought my first home down the street about a year ago. I’ve had a number of projects where it’s my first time trying to fix or replace something and they’ve always patiently walked me through everything and answered my questions. They’re also very dog friendly and my dog knows when we’re getting close and starts walking faster so he can get all the attention from the staff he loves.
Great neighborhood store and so glad I moved in near them. It’s great being able to walk 5 minutes and get everything you need for a home project.”
“Love the ability to select individual nuts; bolts and screws and get exactly the number I need.
Also - very friendly and helpful staff - always greet me when I arrive and will ask if I need help or where to find stuff”
“I have been your customer for several years and while I gave you five stars my first year shopping there, I have to endorse your staff again!
Yesterday, I accidentally Zelled $500 to your employee Jose Hernandez. I was trying to pay one of my trades because I work as an interior designer; it did not occur to me that I had paid the Jose from your store.
Jose called me, identified himself, and took initiative to address the confusion; he could have easily pretended he did not know who I am and just kept the money. Yet he paid me back within a few hours. This is an example of honesty and decency that I feel I cannot count on very often and I want him to be commended for it.
While most of the people at your store are always courteous, Jose is one of the only ones who goes out of his way to greet me and be helpful. Here is the significance: he is helpful, not just courteous. Please keep him on staff and pay him handsomely for his services because I truly believe he makes Ace The Place to Shop in Highland Park.
Please pass this information along to your owner, Kyle Sheehan. I appreciate your services and I look forward to many many more years of working with you!”
“My Business has used Miller Ace for 29 years.They always have whatever we need for the maintenance and operation of our shop.Always helpful, always nice to see familiar faces like Leslie back in the day and Maria.Our “go to” hardware store.”
“Always outstanding customer service and staff provide a great family type environment and helpful for your needs and satisfaction. Staff helpful and like you are visiting your aunt or uncle or cousins at the local store.
Good selection of items and lots of unique stuff for overall gift giving.
Nice location.
Nice shopping experience.
Thanks.”
“Wasn’t a believer until I bought a 13 dollar belt sander years ago and hoped it would last me a project or two. I think I may have to donate it if I ever want to be in need of buying another one.
The staff here is one of the best locations I’ve been too. I prefer it over Hanover park and Cary, the staff always makes sure your getting the best deal possible and is super friendly with answers. Probably the best place I’ve been to if you ever need a random tool to make that next project easier. Also they have a lot of tools that may normally only be available at a premium price point and the DIY’re the solution they provide is great.
Their products and easy customer service make me reminisce about the good old days of well built, inexpensive tools, that carried a lifetime or long term warranty.
I just bought an oscillating spindle/belt sander that is 99% the same guts as a Rigid for 4-5x the price. Never thought I’d own a luxury sanding item like that for the shop but I got that and a cart full of tools for less than the cost of one at the big orange store.
Oh also people like to harp on the “imported quality” where do you think everyone else comes from? You’re paying for a brand, up until recently the Hercules lineup of tools actually had Samsung sourced battery cells being utilized. I don’t think most people at this stage of the game think Samsung doesn’t know what they are doing when it comes to electronics.”
“They are so knowledgeable and always help me to find the perfect hardware. I always bring either a cabinet door or a handle I removed to make sure I get the right size. If you can't find what you are looking for there you won't find it anywhere.”
“James at Just Faucets took a lot of time to help me hunt down a very old part for an ABP frost free silcock. The amount of knowledge he had was exceptional; I feel extremely fortunate that his expertise and shops like this still exist. The part in question fixed the leak and ended up saving me about $1000 in plumbing and drywall repair. From the bottom of my heart, thank you.”
“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.”
7:30AM - 4PM
20175 N Rand Rd, Palatine
Hardware Stores
“I have to say this is hands down the best best Landscaping Equipment Dealer I've ever delt with in the 23 years I've down Commercial and Residential Landscaping...Danny Anderson has helped us out multiple times after my Echo addiction has lead me down a road of no return now that I've bought $6000 in Trimmers, Blowers, Multi-Tool Head and Attachments, Pole Saws and more to come!! My only supplier now for all my equipment needs is Arlington Power Equipment via Danny Anderson...”
“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!”
“I forget about them because they're tucked back. Always drive by it but had to get spackling and a putty knife. So went there just like going to the old neighborhood hardware store. I missed that and I was able to get a pecan log?”
7:30AM - 8PM
8330 W Lawrence Ave, Norridge
Hardware Stores
“We had a smooth and easy experience yesterday. The staff was wonderful. Mary Beth at the counter was so patient and knowledgable. She was so cheerful! Thank you so much Mary Beth!”
“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.”
“Best hardware store around. I missed the free popcorn since covid. They have everything in a very knowledgeable staff that's very helpful. A little overpriced but I think you're paying for the service”
“The employee is excellent! Today, January 22, 2026, at 11:00 a.m., I missed my way to the Social Security Administration facility when I was near the store. Therefore, I entered the facility to ask for help with finding my road directions because I was nervous about not being at my appointment on time. I was politely assisted by a kind man who worked as the register cashier at the store. His help allowed me to be at my appointment on time. I would like to come to this store for my electronic items in the future. THANKS!”
“Today, I visited Ace Hardware in order to obtain a key for my recently purchased used vehicle and a house key as my current one is on the verge of breaking. I would like to express my gratitude towards Lisa. Despite being ready to finish her shift for the day, she went above and beyond to assist me. She stayed back, ensuring that I had everything I required. Her exceptional help, patience, and dedication did not go unnoticed. I am thankful for this outstanding service and will definitely be returning to this store more frequently. Thank you, Lisa, for your exceptional effort.”
“Always have staff available to help which is a rarity these days. They've evolved their floor plan to have more home goods assortment also. Great paint department with on-staff expert willing to help with projects. Huge focus on grilling and smoking equipment too.”
“Love the new design of this store! Caishers always greeting every customer that walks in the store. All of the employees willing to go above and beyond with customers services. Been shopping here since 2013. Thank you all!”
“Great service , great lumber, great trim. People that know their business. Who can ask for anything more. Okay , one more. Great prices on quality materials.”
“The staff at True Value in Lake Forest is very helpful and always willing to assist! Whether a light bulb for a microwave or a single screw of any kind, if they do not have it, they will order it. Though, they have a plentiful stock of most items I need.”
“Employees are very nice and helpful when you need them.
This place is a toy store for anyone who works with their hands, whether it be professionally, DIY, or as a hobby..”
“Been coming here for years. Sometimes everyday for a week. Staff has always been great at w answering questions. Cant beat the prices or warranties, and the quality of the products is higher than you would expect. Sammy helped me out at the register the other day and he was very good at making sure we knew about the current and upcoming deals, as well as the free gifts they sometimes give out to Inside Club Members. Really happy to have one close to home. Will be coming here probably for the rest of my life.”
“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!”
“We’ve rented both a boom lifts and a scissor lifts from Mutual Rentals top notch service every time. Scheduling was quick, the equipment was in great shape, and their delivery rates are some of the cheapest around. Super easy to work with. We’ll definitely be back!”
“Great place and tremendously helpful staff! My son had his Boy Scout Eagle Project and we stopped by to order some wood panels and get recommendations. We were very pleased with the quality of product and service. Will go back again!”
“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.”