[Peace will be here soon]

Agreed! I avoid Home Depot , Lowes etc.. every chance I can. There are still a few mom and pop hardware stores around and they will do everything they can to keep you coming back. Prices are "slightly" higher, but the service is fantastic. And no long lines and walking around in circles looking for stuff ! If you appreciate courtesy and service, you are more than happy to pay a little more for certain items.

[freemax]

There used to be a Mom & Pop shop down the street from me, been there for 50 years until Home Depot came along. The owners wanted to retire, and figured it was easier just closing shop, sell off their inventory, sell the building than to sell the hardware shop to a buyer who probably would go out of business to Home Depot which went up right down the street from them. Thank you Home Depot. I really liked the friendly service I recieved at this store.