Artistic Builders Supply ACE Hardware: A Shopper’s Guide
Why You Should Visit
- Exceptional Customer Service: You’ll consistently encounter friendly and helpful staff. Multiple reviewers highlighted personalized assistance, with staff going above and beyond to locate items (even calling other suppliers!), offering product information (like details on sanding tools), and providing patient one-on-one service. Specific staff members like Ben, Maggie, Melissa, Zac, Laura, and Andy were praised for their exceptional service.
- Extensive Inventory: The store boasts a “hefty inventory” with “lots of interesting merchandise,” including specialty tools and gardening accessories not found elsewhere, plus grills described as unique. They even carry hard-to-find items like 50-cent machine screws. I was able to find materials for various projects on multiple visits.
- Convenient Location & Amenities: The store is conveniently located next to a BBQ restaurant, near a produce stand and an antique store, and has ample parking. Its location also saves travel time compared to larger hardware stores.
- Easy Navigation: Finding items is straightforward, and if you need help, assistance is readily available.
- Competitive Prices: Prices are consistently described as competitive.
- Additional Services: Propane exchange is offered, and the staff is helpful in loading purchases into your vehicle.
Why You Might Consider Alternatives
- Political Displays: Be aware that the store displays a cardboard cutout of a political figure which some might find off-putting or even uncomfortable.
- Lumber Yard Hours: Note that the lumber yard operates on different hours than the main store.
- Limited Stock (Occasional): While the inventory is generally described as extensive, some specific items might be out of stock; however, the staff has been known to help source these from other locations.
