True Value Hardware: A Shopper’s Guide
Why You Should Visit
- Exceptional Customer Service: You’ll consistently encounter friendly and helpful staff. Many shoppers rave about the willingness of employees to go above and beyond, assisting with projects, offering roadside assistance (even refusing payment!), and resolving issues like gas line problems. One shopper described the staff as “vividly symbolic of small town values and graciousness.”
- Wide Variety of Products: The store boasts a good variety of hardware and supplies, often having items you might not find elsewhere. One review even claims “If you cannot find it, they have it here!” They also carry propane.
- Competitive Pricing (Especially for FFL Transfers): While firearm transfer fees varied (ranging from $10 for two guns to $90 for five), the store offers FFL transfers for substantially less than competitors in the area. Additionally, the store itself offers competitive pricing for a small-town hardware store.
- Convenient Location and Parking: The store is conveniently located only one block from the square and offers plenty of parking.
- Improved Store Condition: Recent renovations have resulted in a cleaner and more appealing store interior and exterior.
- Garage Door Glass Replacement: Quick and courteous service is available for garage door window glass replacement.
Why You Might Consider Alternatives
- Inconsistent Firearm Transfer Pricing: While generally cheaper than competitors, the pricing for firearm transfers appears inconsistent and may seem high depending on the number of firearms transferred. Negotiation might not be successful. Furthermore, be aware that one shopper reported negative experiences with the owner’s wife expressing anti-gun sentiments.
