“As I pulled into the parking lot of Ace Hardware, there was plenty of parking. As I entered the store, I was greeted by two staff members. I wanted filters, they both assisted me along with the manager. Talk about feeling special! I bought filters in bulk and they gave me an unexpected discount. Thank you! This Ace Hardware set the bar for all other Ace Hardware stores! Ace Hardware, you have earned your 5-star review! Well done! Highly recommended!”
“Just an amazing place, they have everything....like everything you can imagine for lawn and garden, Hardware. And the owner is just an amazing individual who helps the community.”
“Lowe's, especially the garden area is always lovely and full of possibilities! I purchased three small plants at a nice discount. They are always well stocked and helpful.”
“Best ever experience at the Franklin, VA location! Went in on 05/11/25 to get several large 2'x2' porcelain pavers to finish a project. On first encounter, Tequwan didn't hesitate to assist and immediately went to get help and Benjamin came with the forklift. They pulled out the pallet, and helped go through the stacks of pavers, one by one, to make sure they were not damaged. They were very professional, provided lighthearted conversation, and worked really well together as a team to get the job done efficiently. We have previously purchased these pavers at other Lowe's locations in Hampton, Newport News 0420, and W. Chesapeake and did not receive this level of service; we struggled a bit by ourselves. I hope Tequwan and Benjamin can be recognized with an incentive, raise, or bonus for a job well done!”
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.