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McGuckin Hardware
2525 Arapahoe Ave, Boulder, CO 80302, United States
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Ni
Review №1

Fun hardware shop. They have pretty good selection of a little bit of everything. Their yearly large sale is a good time to get stuff for the home. Masks are required at this time. Some things are a little pricier here.

Jo
Review №2

Don’t ever come here if you need help quickly. Literally like waiting on your grandfather to walk ten miles through hot coals blindfolded with no shoes on. You’ll be ready to pull your hair out after you wait 30 minutes to have two keys made.

An
Review №3

McGuckin’s is such a great place with the most excellent customer service! There was a man in the plumbing department that really helped me, thank you! even though They did not have the spray faucet replacement hose, he helped me figure out that it was a specialty part and suggested that I have my landlord take care of it, and I did and he fixed it in two hours (Instead of me chasing around trying to find a replacement hose for days and miles!)

Ke
Review №4

How did I not know about this place?! I will be planning an afternoon here just to explore. In my brief initial visit I found the perfect Fathers Day gift. Imagine what I will discover when I can really wander about!

Ha
Review №5

Absolutely the best hardware store ever. Something for everyone. Fantastic kitchen section. Super great and helpful staff. Hands down the greatest hardware store I have ever been in. Loved that it is pet friendly. Met a few wonderful pups while we enjoyed shopping. They had everything we could ever need!! Phenomenal selection of socks!!

D
Review №6

You pay a little more than hardware corp but its minimal and the upside is you have great help finding you way through a superior selection of tools, hardware and anything you might need for your home project.

Br
Review №7

Always very helpful! Its easy to find someone to help you find something, and if who you ask doesnt know the answer, they will find someone who does. Appreciated!

Ma
Review №8

I went to store today looking for a replacement vacuum belt. -Had no idea what to look for... An employee approached (Teresa) and asked if I needed help and spent a good deal of time finding the right size for me while I walked around. This is why I come to McGuckins... They have the best customer service over anybody, by far.

le
Review №9

As always I found been what I needed and was out in good timeAlways. L happy experience

lo
Review №10

This is the best hardware store I have been to. They have EVERYTHING in there. They have a houseplant depart with a big selection. Not just a hardware store. They even have decent art supplies including oil paints. Cool store.

Th
Review №11

This place always has what I need. I would say that the prices are a little bit higher than you could find at HD or AMZN but the quality of staff and experience makes up for it. The Boulder local will always stay loyal to McGuckin!

Am
Review №12

Went there for the first time on Easter Sunday, as I am new to the area, and I love the store!! They have some cool, useful items. Some stuff does seem overpriced, but my hubby and I still spent over $200 there that day. The thing I didn’t really like about shopping there was that the staff was really overbearing. Literally it was like EVERY aisle we went down, we were asked if we needed help finding something. It got to the point where I felt like we were being treated as if we were trying to steal something, when we weren’t. That alone makes me hesitant to go back. I don’t mind being asked a couple times just out of courtesy, and I’m sure the staff are trained to offer assistance, but every 30 seconds is a little much.My husband goes there often as he is a plumber and works in Boulder all the time and needs to go grab some hardware or what not, and he said he walked in the store with a part in hand one day so he could go find what he needed. On his way to the hardware he stopped to look at chainsaws because there was some sort of deal going on, and he was asked THREE times in ONE minute if he needed help. It’s a little ridiculous. Lol

Ph
Review №13

Easy Breezy-I can always find what I need. Couldnt find this chip repair material at Home Depot

Ri
Review №14

Delightful locally owned hardware store with *everything* and friendly helpful staff. Hugely recommended.

GB
Review №15

My favorite Boulder business! I love everything about McGuckins. The selection of merchandise is amazing. Even through the pandemic. If they dont have it you dont need it!! The employees are always super friendly and so helpful. I even met my husband at McGuckins 33 years ago! What more could you possibly ask for???♥️♥️ Love this store! ♥️

Za
Review №16

Authentic locally owned hardware store and lots more. You can probably find anything you need here, including very friendly and knowledgeable employees. Hardware (nuts and bolts section ) once boasted over 10,000 items!I always go here first before the “big box” stores to support local workers and keep my money in the community. That they have whatever I need is a bonus. Sometimes we just to to learn about products and alternatives to fixing, building, repairing that we may not have discovered yet. Best in the area for sure.

Xi
Review №17

This place has amazing stuff. If you cant find it in Home Depot you probably will find it here. And the staff is so helpful.

VF
Review №18

I went back here to return an ac unit that was pretty much like a regular fan and they charged me 10% for the stocking fee, which it was 20 dollars. 20 dollars that I had to spend for their unusable unit. Not them, me. Ok, next time I wont throw my money to the trash again and go somewhere else.

Gu
Review №19

This place is awesome, the staff is super friendly and they have EVERYTHING, really. I love the fact they are dog friendly too.

Gr
Review №20

McGuckin’s is the best store in the world. This is a fact.

Br
Review №21

Whats GREAT, helpful store. So much more than a hardware store and there are employees everywhere looking to assist.

Br
Review №22

If you cant find it at McGuckins, your not going to find it anywhere... Pretty much truth!

Ri
Review №23

As always, the employees were super helpful. A pit stop for some flat washers turned into a design review for mounting a 49 LED TV in my new place.

Mi
Review №24

Super helpful and friendly team, really interesting assortment of products for a hardware store.I came in looking for a very small (literally) item that would not be asked for commonly. One team member knew exactly where it was, saving me a lot of time. Another randomly approached me and my 2 yr old daughter to give her a toy airplane - which has kept her entertained for a solid chunk of the day.Great store.

Ch
Review №25

This place was amazing. Its like Walmart, but better quality stuff. Huge selection of about everything you can think of. Walked in after a couple little things and walked out with an armload of new goodies.

Da
Review №26

Always great service and selection. Love being able to bring my dog in with me!

Ca
Review №27

Great hardware store and interesting finds!! A great place to check out! Friendly, helpful staff too.

Ra
Review №28

I want to shop locally, but this store is strange. It wants to feel like a mom and pop, but things are piled up and unorganized. One example: the batteries are hidden in a corner and the selection is poor. This is a product that people buy, it should be up front and available from multiple brands. Make the store better and Ill stop by more often.

Cr
Review №29

Its an alright hardware store, but I wanted to get some xylenes, and when I checked on their website, they said they had some in stock. However, when I went there, they just had xylene replacements. I should have known that they couldnt sell xylenes anymore, but it was annoying that they marked it as if it was still in stock.

Ke
Review №30

Always helpful and friendly staff and an amazing assortment of hardware make this my go to place for tricky projects.

Er
Review №31

So I was in the market for a new coat today, I quickly tried one on for a second, didnt fit so I looked for a different size... well I was looking for a new jacket I had an employee just watching over me, every corner I was he was watching me... he then got on the phone to talk to a customer, when he was done on the phone he approached me to let me know that if I touch and try a jacket on I need to let someone know if I dont buy it.... well the problem I had with that is that theres no sign saying that, and I saw plenty of other doing the same.... the fact that he was following me and I am Hispanic gave me a weird vibe as why I was told this and not the others, did he think I was trying to steal a jacket.... felt very uncomfortable being at the store today, I have spent lots of money in the store to have been profiled that way

Da
Review №32

Ill drive here to get the birdseed I need. They have a very nice selection. I enjoy shopping there.

St
Review №33

We (used to), spend thousands of dollars here a year, but it was recently very disappointing to find that the heater we bought there was $45 more expensive than it is available almost anywhere else. Price gouging at its finest. What is even more aggravating is that they kept sending me and email asking for my review of my purchase but when I did it, they did not post it on their site as it stated that same thing that I am reviewing here. Guess our days are over giving these over pompous people our money. I was shocked when I got an email stating that they couldnt post my review on their site. Oh well, google doesnt disregard reviews because they are not good... unbelievable ...... If you like handing rich greedy people your hard earned money then keep shopping here; if not, you should check prices elsewhere.

Tr
Review №34

Greatest store on earth! I love this place! Friendly staff, amazing selection, and perfect location.

D
Review №35

Just like walking into Walmart yet dependable service an productsThanks for being there for all my yard work tools and accessories. Love you Boulder employees -Boulder Strong

So
Review №36

This is my favorite hardware/outdoor/household goods store of all time! The green vest folks are always so helpful and friendly. The products they carry range from inexpensive to more durable and I really appreciate being able to buy something better made and more durable when I want/need that vs the junk that other places seem to carry. Truly a precious Boulder institution!

Tr
Review №37

Knowledgeable, helpful staff. Excellent selection.

Jo
Review №38

Great customer service, wide selection of items that other stores dont carry any longer, convenient location and parking and checkouts.

Sc
Review №39

Would not let me look at the hardware without knowing exactly what I wanted. They cited “too many people would want to be in this isle if they just let people look for hardware.” I was the only customer in the isle. Since I didn’t know exactly what I wanted, I had to leave. So I left the store entirely. Drove all the way from Denver just to check out their hardware for my project, only to be kicked out for not knowing exactly what I wanted.Will not be back.

Ze
Review №40

McGuigan was wonderful as always. Got what I wanted and it works. Just what I expected.

Ju
Review №41

I will not spend my money in a store that sells roundup and other poisons. These toxins are poisoning our water when they run off and killing our wildlife. All for green lawns. Truly pathetic.

Je
Review №42

A magical local business with an incredible selection of everything you could ever need, and a super helpful friendly staff. Small town feel and a treasure in this community.

Ro
Review №43

It is always the best selection and service

Sa
Review №44

McGuckin Hardware has always been the best and still is!!

Do
Review №45

There are always helpful people nearby.

Ma
Review №46

They have everything including top notch customer service. Occidental dealer which tells me all I need to know about this place. Awesome.

Br
Review №47

Used to love this place, but it just gets more and more pretentious with staff becoming more and more cranky each visit. Ill just shop online for my hard to find hardware instead (at half the price). Bummer.

Ja
Review №48

Somehow not just a local hardware store. It’s massive and delightful. It has a friendly and fun atmosphere about it. Highly recommended.

Ma
Review №49

Nice and friendly staff. Wide variety of merchandise, including resistors transistors and even timers. Place to go to for both hobbyists and more hard-core craftsman.

Da
Review №50

Great Hardware store but carries much more. I needed metric bolts & of course they had them. You had to be escorted in the isle but staff was amazing. Worth a visit even if you dont need anything.

Ze
Review №51

Boulders local hardware store! The place for the odds and ends you often cant get elsewhere

Ap
Review №52

The employees all are well informed on things, the folks who work in the hardware area are very knowledgeable, and the store is doing a good job handling pandemic aspects and finding ways to make things work.

Gr
Review №53

Great place to find that one piece that the big box hardware stores dont have.

Mi
Review №54

I love this. Extremely helpful and knowledgeable staff to help you find what you need.

Wi
Review №55

Great as always. They usually have what I need, and the staff always seems to know about the product Im looking for. Even if you dont need anything, Id recommend a trip to McGucins.

De
Review №56

Mcguckins is a locally owned and operated hardware store with literally everything you might need (and then some).Friendly, knowledgeable staff.Support local businesses and come here!

Co
Review №57

Great!!! You find a lot ther

Mi
Review №58

If you cant find it at McGuckin, you dont need it! This place has pretty much anything you could need or want, and a few things you didnt know you needed. Staff is always super helpful and knowledgeable to help you get the right stuff.

Ho
Review №59

Auto Rep recommended a product and instructed to try a sample area and return if not complementary. Cashier refused return. A corporate store with this amount of volume should be embarrassed for wasting this customers time! Its not like were all swimming in money during the pandemic and it was store error and policy!

Na
Review №60

The Green Vests are always helpful and they always have what I need.

Jo
Review №61

A Boulder staple, McGuckin is #simplythebest hardware store in the continental US. Their stock is IMMENSE, and the most knowledgeable staff around will gladly direct you to anything you could possibly need. If you somehow havent already, GO TO MCGUCKIN!!! :)

Da
Review №62

I recently moved nearby and have heard good things about mcguckin and was so excited to go for the first time.Most of the employees were shockingly rude and cold and almost no help except for about three kind and helpful employees. They were the only ones who didn’t make me feel like I was doing something wrong by trying to complete a simple home project.I am incredibly dissatisfied and disappointed with the level of service I received today. I likely will just stick to Home Depot from now on even though it’s not nearly as close.

Ty
Review №63

This place is wonderful and in my eyes a boulder historical landmark we love coming here for pretty much everything and I will always recommend anybody to come to this establishment. Steve in tools and Hardware was an amazing man who we got to have a great conversation with for a little while. Thank you again Boulder for being so amazing.

Ma
Review №64

Love this place! They carry so much more than other stores.

St
Review №65

Pretty much any odd part, nut, bolt, filter, washer etc- they have it. The people in the green vests will assist in digging it out. They know stuff!

Ri
Review №66

What would we do without McGuckins? I must stop by at least three times a week between projects at work, projects at home, a run for my wifes canning passion . . . Every time I find a well stocked store with a huge range of products and super knowledgable, friendly, helpful people in green vests. Love this place.

Ja
Review №67

About 2 months ago I did curbside pickup at Home Depot. It was a disaster. First they brought out the wrong order. Then the guy disappeared for 40 minutes. What should have taken 5 minutes ended up taking about 50 minutes.Today at McGuckins I was shocked!!!! They brought my order out to me within 2 minutes, and it was exactly what I had ordered. Wonderful!

KO
Review №68

You can probably find anything you need in here. Awesome store!

N
Review №69

McGuckin’s deserves a big applause for treating their customers very well. Their Sales Consultants always go out of their way to assist. Icing on the cake is that they carry everything that you need and can’t find at the big box retailers. Support your local business!

Je
Review №70

Screws and anchors sold individually. Aww yeah.

Te
Review №71

Wow this place is fantastic. The knowledge of the staff is unparalleled, as is the staff to customer ratio. Things do cost just a bit more than home Depot sometimes, but its worth it to make sure youre getting the right thing.

Ma
Review №72

McGuckins is the best! This is our local hardware store that we go to for everything. Everyone who works there is knowledgeable, kind, and super helpful.

St
Review №73

Very friendly and helpful staff

Mi
Review №74

Enough is Enough!! Was asked to leave the store today because my mask wasn’t up “high enough” over my nose! When I simply told them I have a hard time breathing with that particular mask, they completely disregarded, and still forced me to leave “or else”. I will not shop there again, and encourage anyone else who cares about their rights to shop elsewhere. The only way we can have a voice through this mess (garbage, that has been scientifically proven Masks are ineffective anyway) is through the wallet of the stores who abuse their power. Simply refuse to give them business, and take your business elsewhere.

Ke
Review №75

Seven different guys asking me if I need help finding anything. I guess I looked like a shoplifter. One cashier chatting then taking a line jumper. Alas, no sale.

Da
Review №76

Fun, vibrant, slightly overwhelming playful store with ALL THE THINGS! This place will definitely get you in the holiday spirit.

Ke
Review №77

Feel safe shopping here because they enforce mask wearing policies and keep their customers safe. Always nice to see the furry friends enjoy the store, and they have very kind, helpful customer service.

Ey
Review №78

I love McGuckin hardware and have been shopping there for years! Tonight I ordered on the phone and did the parking lot pick up, it was very convenient and fast!

An
Review №79

Absolutely love this place, it kind of makes me happy like target does😅 They have everything, never bought anything that wouldnt work or would be poor quality there. They sell things for home improvement, art supplies, kitchen stuff, plants etc. The staff is really helpful too! They also offer usefull services like knife sharpening. 10/10!!

Ry
Review №80

This store refuses to serve people with medical conditions with valid paper work deeming them unable to wear masks. Thank you Mcguckins for making me feel even worse about myself. Top notch service.

Tr
Review №81

Not just a hardware store. It is an anything store.

To
Review №82

Great store. Great help. Great fun

Ma
Review №83

Best hardware store in North America. Well run, authoritative staff, cooperative, knowledgeable. NOTHING better than McGuckins. Have never had a bad visit in 40 years. They have a harpist at Christmas time.

Su
Review №84

This is the most magical hardware store with amazing staff and a wide variety of items.

Ma
Review №85

This store has everything and more! Love it!

Sh
Review №86

You can find almost everything here!! Hard to find parts, if Lowes and Home Depot dont carry it, its probably here. Great customer service always friendly and helpful. Love going here.

Ga
Review №87

Always a Boulder Classic. A vast selection of tools and more, at this privately owned local hardware store. I have come here for cards, replacement parts on household appliences, tools, clothes, plants, and garden equipment. Highly recommend. Everybody who works here is kind, and helpful!

Ne
Review №88

Great experience, havent been here in years, good to know that your still in business !

Er
Review №89

This USED to be the most amazing store. Youd find items youd never suspected existed. BUT, ever since they have been taken over by Ace Hardware, they are quickly becoming just another chain store, with the exact same items you find everywhere else, and none of the odd things that made the place special. Soooo sad.

Pa
Review №90

If youve never been to McGuckins, you need to go. If you dont need anything at McGuckins, you dont have a pulse. Best place in town to find anything you need. Been going there for 30 plus years and the service is always excellent.

Ca
Review №91

A tad crowded but people being respectful and fast checkout. Great selection of Christmas ornaments!

Ke
Review №92

They got it all. Just ask!

K
Review №93

Very helpful staff, clean and stocked with everything you can imagine

Ch
Review №94

Great toy store. They have everything! Could spend an entire day wandering about the store. Hardware, school supplies, art supplies, housewares, toys (the real ones), pet supplies,... You name it they have it.

Ro
Review №95

The only store that has literally everything under one roof. It is a fantastic store.

Am
Review №96

Great store, knowledgeable an helpful staff

Jo
Review №97

McGukin Hardware store is amazing! Always helpful staff. Stock is diverse (they have nearly everything)! A fun store to browse plus a great resource to find that unique hardware item.

Wi
Review №98

I know a lot of people love this store and I am one , I grew up with McGuckin‘s in Boulder but my story was not a good one . The lack of respect that I was shown while working here by upper management was unimaginable. I was let go on a decision That was based on shopping on the clock when in reality I was helping a customer with an in stock defective product. I took three of these products into the back room to investigate if they were all broken or if it was just one. FYI this was a product that if it malfunctioned while in use it could cause serious injury . With that said they accused me or almost accused me of stealing. The whole incident is on camera through their internal security system. My final analysis is there had to be a need another reason why they let me go but I’ve never been given the time of day and don’t really care at this point. Not once was I asked what I was doing . Management formed their opinion based on what they saw on camera only which was a very small percentage of what was taking place. If you look at the video without the rest of the story then yes you could make their claim . There are two sides to every story and this is mine and my opinion only.I still love the store and it’s a shame that I don’t feel 100% welcome there after 30 to 40 years of my family and myself shopping here and two years of working for them. Don’t most employers give a warning if they have a problem with your performance and give the employee an opportunity to explain before they just slam down the gauntlet. Very sad that I have this unfortunate incident in my history due lack of communication and rush to judgment. I’ve always had Past employers communicate to me that they wish they had 10 more just like me and for the life of me Can’t make sense of how my employment came to and abrupt end.

Ge
Review №99

This is THE place to get THE thing (whatever it is). Super helpful employees and they stock anything you could possibly need.

Gr
Review №100

If they dont have it, you dont need it. 4x the selection of a Home Depot or a Lowes.

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  • Address:2525 Arapahoe Ave, Boulder, CO 80302, United States
  • Site:http://www.mcguckin.com/
  • Phone:+1 303-443-1822
Categories
  • Key duplication service
  • Garden center
  • Grill store
  • Home improvement store
  • Hardware store
  • Paint store
  • Pet supply store
  • Plumbing supply store
  • Sporting goods store
  • Tool store
Working hours
  • Monday:9am–7pm
  • Tuesday:9am–7pm
  • Wednesday:9am–7pm
  • Thursday:9am–7pm
  • Friday:9am–6pm
  • Saturday:9am–6pm
  • Sunday:9am–7pm
Service options
  • Curbside pickup:Yes
  • In-store pick-up:Yes
  • In-store shopping:Yes
Health and safety
  • Mask required:Yes
  • Safety dividers at checkout:Yes
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible car park:Yes
  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance:Yes
Offerings
  • Assembly service:Yes
  • Repair services:Yes
  • Service guarantee:Yes
Planning
  • Quick visit:Yes
Payments
  • Cheques:Yes
  • Debit cards:Yes
  • NFC mobile payments:Yes
  • Credit cards:Yes
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