“David is an excellent hands-on owner. He has established a team of knowledgeable associates. Changing over to Ace has increased his national brand offering, and keeps his shelves stocked. My go to hardware store.”
“Friendly helpful staff and a very good selection of what you need without making a 20 mile trip to get what your project needs , also hours that work for the hard working man”
“I showed up 10mims before they opened. Walking around outside killing time. Walking into Menards right at open, staff aren’t always so chipper with the customer service lol At this ace hardware I was greeted with a smile right as I walked in and asked if I needed to be pointed in the right direction. I did! And boy the paint color variety was exceptional! Walking back an employee followed behind, and was so patient while he waited and helped me pick out the perfect moss green color! And even more patient in my back and forth about which type of paint to get that would best fit the bathroom environment. So helpful and with a smile! Even my little one was yelling 🤭 He was even kind enough to bring the paint cans up to the front and to my car! Moms can do it all, but when we don’t have too 😭🙌🏼 He was also very knowledgeable about the paint brushes! I asked his name but of course my gold fish brain already forgot or I’d call him out by name for a shout out! I didn’t realize but I was cashed out by the owner! The same guy that greeted me with so much positivity just seconds after they unlocked the doors! So kind. I live in Mayville and the rare occasions I do go to ace i normally go to Mayville but I think I’ll have to pick the 20min around trip just for the environment, the welcoming atmosphere the staff! I don’t look or talk like the “normal” in these small towns and have been treated differently but not here. Thanks Horicon Ace! You guys are the bees knees! Stay cool! Stay hydrated! Preferably spring water(; it has the minerals!”
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.
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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.