“I needed a key made for my older model sedan went in asked if it was possible got it done quick and easy. The key worked perfectly and the pricing was great. I’d definitely shop there again. Thanks.”
“This hardware store in Ozone Park is the best. The owners are so knowledgeable and friendly. They have all types of tools, electrical supply, plumbing supply and household items. I also have been cutting keys there for over 10 years. I highly recommend them.”
“I’ve been going to this hardware store for a couple of years. It’s an old-school spot with a large inventory, and it’s almost never busy, so it’s easy to get what you need. The prices can be a little on the expensive side depending on the item, but it’s pretty much what you’d expect from a neighborhood hardware store—just compare prices like any other shopper and you’ll be fine. The customer service can vary. People often say the staff is rude, and I’ve had a few moments in the past where the service wasn’t great. But I recently went back before writing this review, and the experience was much better. They were helpful, gave me recommendations on what product I needed, and even suggested where else I could find it when they didn’t have it. Overall, it’s a solid, reliable spot with room for improvement, but I’ve had enough good experiences to give it four stars.”
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.