Jerry’s Paint and Hardware: A Shopper’s Guide
Why You Should Visit
- Exceptional Customer Service: You’ll find staff proactively offering assistance, checking in on you as you shop. They go above and beyond, even visiting homes to troubleshoot issues with purchased items (like a Weber grill assembly). One shopper received a mini-plumbing lesson to solve a water leak. Expect knowledgeable help in finding exactly what you need, even for specialized items like spline masonry bits.
- Extensive Product Selection: This isn’t your average hardware store. The location offers a vast array of products, including a huge selection of spline masonry bits; Festool accessories; Occidental Leather tool belts; a wide variety of power tools (beyond the basic, budget options found elsewhere); compression fittings and copper pipe; paint; and even Weber grills. You could easily spend hours browsing. They carry many name brands.
- Convenient Services: Jerry’s offers delivery services, including to the Block Island Ferry. Grills are even assembled and delivered.
- Family-Owned and Operated: The third-generation family business provides a personal touch, and the staff’s deep product knowledge reflects years of experience.
- Competitive Pricing: While specific prices aren’t mentioned, one review indicates “good prices.”
- Two-Story Store: The store’s large size suggests a truly comprehensive inventory across two floors.
- Wide Range of Expertise: The team consists of experts from various fields; so it’s helpful for numerous project types.
Why You Might Consider Alternatives
- Inventory Accuracy: Be aware that their online inventory might not always be up-to-date. One shopper traveled a significant distance (36 miles roundtrip) for an item that was listed online but discontinued and out of stock. No compensation for this inconvenience was offered.