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Lowe's

2700 Rainier Ave S
Seattle, WA 98144 206-760-0832

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They are okay - May 16, 2024

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McLendon Hardware

1111 Fryar Ave
Sumner, WA 98390 253-863-2264

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All employees are educated in the products of their departments and what you... - Dec 29, 2023

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Ace Hardware of Silver Lake

11014 19th Ave SE #100
Everett, WA 98208 425-224-4273

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Pretty decent selection for a smaller hardware store - Dec 31, 2023

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Home Depot

5120 Borgen Blvd
Gig Harbor, WA 98332 253-851-9404

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It's about an hour drive from where we live, there are other places closer... - Dec 31, 2023

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Johnson's Home & Garden

26625 Maple Valley Black Diamond Rd SE
Maple Valley, WA 98038 425-432-3384

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I can find things here I can’t find at other hardware stores plus it’s... - Dec 16, 2023

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Lakewood Hardware & Paint

9020 Lakewood Dr SW
Lakewood, WA 98499 253-581-1010

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In contrast to the big box stores, there is always someone there ready to help... - Jan 15, 2023

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Lowe's

3100 196th St SW
Lynnwood, WA 98036 425-744-8411

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It's a decently priced store with large selection - Dec 13, 2023

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Junction True Value Hardware

4747 44th Ave SW
Seattle, WA 98116 206-932-0450

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Somewhat pricier than the big box stores but the service is much much better.... - Feb 10, 2024

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Scott McLendon's Ace Hardware

1692 SE Mile Hill Dr
Port Orchard, WA 98366 360-876-8018

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My go-to hardware store for selection and convenience. - Oct 22, 2024

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Home Depot

7345 Delridge Way SW
Seattle, WA 98106 206-762-2126

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I love the layout of this store. I can go in for a quick project need or shop... - Dec 31, 2023

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McDaniel's Do It Center

510 2nd St
Snohomish, WA 98290 360-568-1544

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Great customer service and knowledgeable staff. - Jun 17, 2024

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Lowe's

1000 Garden Ave N
Renton, WA 98055 425-757-5520

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ßrrms a little pricey for garbage bags - Dec 23, 2023

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Home Depot

1715 S 352nd St
Federal Way, WA 98003 253-661-9200

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A few of the employees should be absolutely recognized here. One in particular,... - Dec 15, 2023

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Gig Harbor Ace Hardware

4816 Point Fosdick Dr NW
Gig Harbor, WA 98335 253-858-6169

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The staff is helpful and generally knowledgeable. - Feb 17, 2024

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Lowe's

5600 State Hwy 303 NE
Bremerton, WA 98311 360-405-6270

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This store is always well kept, in stock and staffed well. I rarely need to... - Dec 30, 2023

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Home Depot

11915 Hwy 99
Everett, WA 98204 425-267-0337

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This store typically has what you want, though can sometimes be hard to find. - Dec 27, 2023

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McLendon Hardware

1015 N Pearl St
Tacoma, WA 98406 253-888-4000

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Love their helpful staff and local vibe - Nov 03, 2022

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Greenwood True Value Hardware

7201 Greenwood Ave N
Seattle, WA 98103 206-783-2900

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They are my backup for hardware only because the pricing is a little up . - Dec 29, 2023

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Home Depot

4602 Center St
Tacoma, WA 98409 253-565-0334

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I love all hardwood store's and this one is just amazing!!! - Dec 22, 2023

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Lowe's

3511 5th St SE
Puyallup, WA 98374 253-604-5080

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Lowe's has friendly staff that always seem to know where the item is your... - Dec 14, 2023

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