“Well stocked, we'll versed staff, fair prices, large selection and great hours. I was looking for specific plumbing parts, and was able to obtain them all at this location. No ordering, no waiting, fast and convenient. Highly recommend”
“Anytime I have shopped at this store, I have been greeted by the staff and made to feel welcome. The manager was super helpful in directing me to what I was looking for that day. Some of the items sold there, the quality is so/so, but overall I did pretty good. I Will shop there again.”
“Very friendly and helpful staff. I was greeted with a nice hello. I then went to ask about a product. The two gentlemen discussed where it might be, and one of them stopped his work, and took me over and we found it together. That's fantastic customer service.”
“Mike is one of the best Employees at Air Gas. He’s a hilarious old fella with a good sense of humor every time I walk in, he always has what I need and then some. If he doesn’t have something I need, he’ll order it for me and have it available in a day or two.”
“We added a custom workbench and utility storage area in the garage to create a more functional workspace. The installation team designed the layout around our existing storage and completed everything in about a day and a half. Compared to before, the garage feels significantly more organized and usable for projects and repairs. Tools are easier to access, and the dedicated workspace keeps clutter from spreading throughout the garage. It’s a practical improvement that made the space feel far more efficient without requiring a full renovation.”
“Lowe’s at 15 & Gratiot – My Trusted Outpost for Domestic Glory There exists, tucked between the hum of suburban streets and the echoes of weekend ambition, a place where dreams are forged in steel, mulch, and drywall anchors. That place… is Lowe’s at 15 and Gratiot. It is not just a store—it is my headquarters for every project, inside or out. Whether I’m building, fixing, trimming, or tinkering, this Lowe’s has become my most trusted companion. The aisles, stocked with potential. The air, humming with possibilities. The smell of lumber, my cologne of productivity. And then there’s the staff. The unsung heroes in red vests. They don’t just point. They guide. They nod in knowing approval when you reach for the right miter saw. They steer you gently away from the caulk aisle when you look dangerously unsure. They are sages in a world of socket wrenches and seasonal décor. When I’m seeking my next power tool—my Excalibur for whatever battle lies ahead—I know someone there will help me choose wisely. Projects begin with inspiration. But they succeed with the right place, the right people, and a strong cordless drill. Lowe’s at 15 and Gratiot, you are my fortress of function, my cathedral of craftsmanship. Bravo. I’ll be back. Probably later today.”
Lowe's is giving its loyalty program a makeover to better serve small and mid-sized professional contractors. The home improvement retailer has changed its MVPs Pro Rewards & Partnership Program into the new MyLowe's Pro Rewards. The updated program aims to make life easier for professionals while offering more benefits from their first purchase.
Ace Hardware is reimagining itself with a new store concept. The home improvement retailer plans to invest over $1 billion in the next five years to roll out "Elevate Ace" across new and existing locations. The revamped stores will feature brand showrooms, expanded product lines, and enhanced customer service. Some locations will even boast outdoor spaces with live plant displays. Ace gave retailers a sneak peek at the concept during its recent Chicago convention. While a few stores will debut the new look later this year, the full rollout begins in January.
Ace Hardware is hammering out an impressive growth story. The retailer-owned cooperative is celebrating its 100th anniversary with a bang, reaching 5,000 U.S. stores and planning to open 200 new locations in 2024. The company hit a milestone when it opened its 100th new store this year in Henderson, Nevada. Another newcomer, Fixit Ace Hardware in Roswell, Georgia, became the 5,000th domestic Ace store.
In the latest move of its growth plan, leading paint maker Dunn-Edwards just opened 17 new retail locations throughout Northern California. This expansion of physical stores boosts the company's footprint in the region by over 50%.
The expansion caps an exciting time for the nearly 100-year-old company. With its 100th anniversary in 2025, Dunn-Edwards is strengthening its market position through planned growth focused on better serving pros, homeowners and employees.