As an owner of an older home with older fixtures, I absolutely appreciate Virgil's Hardware Store. Unlike the large retail chains such as Home Depot and OSH, Virgil's usually carries hard to find parts and a practical array of hardware tools as well as household cleaining/maintenance items. It's amazing that they are able to carry a well-balanced assortment of DIY parts and tools in such a modest sized store as compared to the larger chains. They are also well-staffed with knowledgeable individuals who will help you quickly find what you are looking for and answer your questions. For the most part, the staff are friendly and knowledgeable although I've also had a few rude and incompetent ones that I've had to deal with. Virgil's tends to be a bit pricey and they are strict on their return policies - but I'm fine with that and am happy to pay a bit more knowing that they are usually well-stocked and have access to knowledgeable professionals. Their hours are convenient and there's plenty of parking.
Pros: knowledgeable helpful staff and carries hard to find parts
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