“i always love going their ,they used to have real cheap tools butt now they carrie good quilty tools .the icon ix comperable to snap on with a way smaller price tag”
“This store is my favorite Harbor Freight location mainly because of it's location and inside item arrangement. But mostly, it's my favorite because of the friendly and helpful service provided by the pretty cashier of color, whose name I do not know. She is just a ray of sunshine to customers. She is a very valuable asset to the store and company.”
“This is a great place to buy tools. The people there are very knowledgeable about tools. Very helpful.
There was one time I had an issue with a rewards gift card not working and the lady did not help with it. But all the other times I've gone there they've been very helpful. Always helped me find what I needed. The tools they have are great quality too. I like the selection they have. And I like the website they have to be able to look at the inventory they have online if I'm looking for a tool and want to save time trying to find it before I drive there. Good tools. Good service. Great selection. Helpful staff.
And they have good deals also.”
7:30AM - 6PM
4207 Hubbell Ave, Des Moines
Hardware Stores
“Porter Hardware is a hidden (or not so hidden) gem of Des Moines!My husband and I live in Altoona and do a lot of home and yard projects but don’t have the space or money for a slew of specialty items, so I was thrilled to learn we have such a great rental resource just down the road. They offer an unexpectedly vast array of tools, services, and equipment for rent or purchase for almost any kind of home & yard project we could hope to tackle (which so far has included chainsaw maintenance, tree trimming, wood chopping, lawn aerating, bathroom remodels, & pouring concrete pads just to name a few,) and every employee I’ve interacted with at the store or on the phone has been very friendly and helpful. The tools and machines we’ve rented have always been in good condition and the pricing is fair; basically all the amenities of a big box store with the atmosphere of a mom & pop.”
“I will choose Miller’s over the big box store, even if it means I have to go out of my way to get there. Service and knowledge is second to none and it’s locally owned.”
“Ace IS the place. Seriously - the folks here help you find exactly what you need. So much knowledge and experience - great service. My go-to hardware store for DIT fix-it’s and chores I do t want to do like having screens replaced. 5 stars!”
“ACE employees are always very attentive, helpful and friendly. I didn't need help this trip, as I was just buying lightbulbs, and I knew where they were and what kind I wanted, but both employees offered help if I needed it.”
“Great local hardware shop. They typically have what I need and their rewards program helps them stay competitive with Walmart and Amazon. Plus it's way more convenient then trying to find something in the bigger hardware/ home improvement stores.”
7:30AM - 8PM
5049 NE 14th St, Des Moines
Hardware Stores
“I started off a little frustrated, looking for a set of suspenders that were integral to my sons Halloween costume tomorrow. From some interet research we were able to see that this store had what we needed. So I stopped in on the way home from the office. After not seeing them where I thought they would be I asked for help. The staff went above and beyond to find the target product in a strange part of the store, thank you for saving Halloween!!!”
8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Des Moines
Hardware Stores
“amazing place to both work and shop,great prices great selection,lovable pets and kids carts for them to help,plus they sharpen and maintain tools and equipment (lawnmower, chainsaw s,etc )big selection of rental tools at a great price,locksmith company,and usually popcorn”
“If you need your mower worked on, Dan does a great job! He knows how to fix anything on your mower. He's honest and is reasonable on his pricing. I highly recommend Dan to fix your mower and you can be sure it is done right.”
“100% recommend! Straight to the point, helped me over the phone best he could. Picked up my mower for me out of his way, did what he could. Ended up with a new mower that he recommended and worked on! Loved that he was solid with the information and in a timely manner, these guys are awesome! Signed -future customer.”
“Earlier today our garbage disposal broke. My husband and I came in and a older gentlemen helped us and with his advise saved me about an hours worth of work. I wish I got his name but he did say he was a plumber. He's honestly the goat and should get a pay raise!”
“We recently visited menards and specifically the ceiling fan section. There was a gentleman that was extremely helpful and knowledgeable. We walked out blown away by his customer service .”
“Had a customer service issue on 02/11/25. Went to the SE 14th store in Des Moines to get it taken care of, or get the best advice.
The issue was handled fast and promptly, with a friendly smile. Even asked me afterwards if there was anything else I needed assistance with. Wow, what service in a home improvement store!!
I have been to menards, lowes, and other Home depot's in the west des moines and urbandale area (where I usually shop), and never, never have I received friendly service like I did yesterday. just wow! This was the first time I shopped at this location. So, it was a great first impression.
It is with good reason, that I will be shopping at this location from now on! I dont care if I have to drive a little extra miles! thank you Griselda (person who assisted me), and the SE 14th home depot!!”
“Had to get my car key fob programmed. The guy at Ace Hardware was pretty friendly and gave me a great deal to program two key fobs; there was no wait—he went right to it.”