Ace Hardware — Local services in Port Lavaca

Ace Hardware is expensive. I went into the Ace is the Place Hardware in Port Lavaca, TX to purchase only one item (a lawn rake). The lawn rake cost a little over $17.00. I ended up spending over $120.00 on weed killer, a mouse hotel (like you might see on the outside of a restaurant or a hotel) & a couple mesh screens to put over my 55 gallon burn barrel. Ace had all of the stuff that I was in need of & much more. I feel sure that I will return to purchase more building supplies, etc. The Ace in Port Lavaca had two nice looking kayaks on display. I just sold my "Ocean Kayak" a couple months ago. I have had other kayaks & a canoe. These 2 kayaks were nice but probably cost more than I can afford. I have a awesome 2019 Mako skiff. I am in...

I can always find what I need there, the staff always greets you and asks you if they can help you find something the minute you walk in . If you happen to walk in and there is no staff available the store is very well-marked and stuff is very easy to find . their prices are reasonable and I also got some great deals on Christmas lights on 75% clearance for next year. I try to get that stuff after Christmas when it's on sale but couldn't find lights everyone was already sold out . I happen to have to stop in there yesterday for my husband and they had a whole table of Christmas...

My complaints with this ACE Hardware have been numerous over the years, but it's the only hardware store within 30 miles. However, post-Hurricane Beryl, the service has been over the top. I bought a flashlight that I needed to return, but I was told the store wouldn't honor their 30-day return policy for hurricane-related items. The cashier explained that the owner ordered too much hurricane stuff since we didn't sustain a direct hit, and would lose money if he accepted returns. If this owner is so uninterested in customer satisfaction, I'll now drive an hour to shop for all my...