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Harbor Freight Tools
863 Francisco Blvd E, San Rafael, CA 94901, United States
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Ja
Review №1

I love Harbor Freight! Ask them about their extended warranty. Best I have ever seen!

Ur
Review №2

I personally love Harbor Freight. You cant go wrong buying any consumable products there. And you save a TON of money. Ive never had any problems with their bench grinders, jacks, spray guns, or trailer parts. Im especially impressed with the Predator line of generators, very reliable. Stay clear of the welders if you need a professional machine. Overall I think its a great place to buy a whole lot of items for a whole lot less money than anywhere else.

Ji
Review №3

I liked Harbor freight tools more in years past when there are prices were lower and their is there promotions were better

Th
Review №4

Plenty of parking. Employees very helpful. Nice store.

Jo
Review №5

This building used to have a roller rink in it; I did the hokey-pokey here in the sixties...then it was Whole Earth Access for a long time...Harbor Freight sells good, inexpensive ( note, I didnt say cheap) tools. They have a wide variety of tools from welding, wood working, plumbing, mechanics and all sorts of things.Give them a try!

Ms
Review №6

I originally went to search for a particular type of key holder. They didnt have it. But, they really did go out of their way to be helpful in finding something close to it.

Ry
Review №7

Its one of the bigger ones. Decent store good staff and supers

Bi
Review №8

Pretty much like every other Harbor Freight the employees were very helpful and friendly everything was pretty much in the same location as every other store as usual I got lost looking at all the little knick-knacks and things that I didnt need because they carry some really neat stuff I found the tools that I was there for and a few other things that I needed that just happened to be very reasonably priced this location happens to be very close proximity to the freeway on and off ramps which was very convenient as Marin can be quite difficult to navigate with all their one-way streets and their chaotic nonsensical layouts of roadways if Im ever in the area which I doubt because it takes a death to drag me to this hell hole of a city that I would be sure to stop back in for more stuff I may not like this City but I do like the store

Ud
Review №9

As usual, second only to Home Despot, the second worst shopping experience. Nothing can be found without the help of the unhelpful staff, nothing. Prices, misleading at best, but worry not, the marked and advertised prices are only for those who are willing to part with another $30 for a Club membership, yep Club! Why are they in business? Google Hell if I Know and call me in the morning... Right, I may not like the experience, you possibly guessed, or maybe I did... N O T !!!

J
Review №10

Its harbor freight tools. 9 times out of 10 you get what you pay for. That said its a good place to save on tools and accessories

he
Review №11

Great service; amazing choice of tools and more.

Le
Review №12

I like Harbor Freight for the selection and prices. The service in San Rafael was minimal unfortunately. I didnt mind the lack of staff(no one)on the floor. I knew what I wanted. The line for checking out was 6 deep for only 1 register. Unfortunately, the cashier seemed to be having a 15 conversation with a friend after the ring up while the rest of us were waiting. Just when I was ready to put down my items to walkout, I got the opening. If I wasnt next, I would have for sure. It got to the point where we were talking to everyone else in line about the reason for the delay.

Lo
Review №13

Great selection and competitive prices. Staff was super helpful and attentive

Br
Review №14

Always has that thing I need at a great price. Many good items. My advice is buy the more expensive version of what ever it is your buying. The difference is significant for not spending a ton more

Li
Review №15

Clean and well organized and labeled. Lowest prices around.

da
Review №16

They have a wide variety of reasonably priced tools. Some better than others but overall good source for equipment at a reasonable price. Be sure to check their weekly specials and discounts that can help quite a bit with your bill with the end.

Ti
Review №17

More staff around to help than most Harbor Freight locations, but incorrect inventory shown on the website. I drove 45 minutes for an item that was supposed to be in stock, and all I got was a shrug and told we havent had those in stock for weeks. Not even a fake customer service apology.

Le
Review №18

Plenty of parking when I went. Workers were helpful. They assisted me in loading my item into the trunk of my car. The store was clean, and organized. The bathrooms were open, which has been rare in other businesses during the pandemic. Located a couple of turns off the freeway.

Ch
Review №19

Always a fair deal, sometimes a great deal.

Mi
Review №20

Great deals!☝️😍

me
Review №21

There are bigger Harbor Freights, with more selection and such. But still have a pretty ranged selection and reasonable to good peices. Well located as well. Bummed they currently have little to no yard and garden stuff right now though.

H
Review №22

Very good selection of decent tools. A good place for do it yourselfers. Store is clean and items are set out easy to locate.

Al
Review №23

The majority of the diverse staff are knowledgeable and helpful (although individual staff members attitudes may vary widely from day to day- who can blame them!). Likewise, selection and prices also vary widely. (Sometimes from day to day) Some basic residential supplies are nowhere to be found (one of the employees told me that they did not carry sink strainers/hairtraps or drain plugs/stoppers for bathtubs etc). But they have headlamps and many other items available at the absolute lowest price anywhere. Hours are limited, another way theyre absolutely not a big box store, which has its pros, and of course its cons. Definitely a place to explore for yourself... And make sure to lock your car.

ca
Review №24

I all the time just buy without help but this time I need it and they were very professional they help me to upload my toolbox to my van and all my stuff was ready an the counter

Me
Review №25

They had full hand sanitizer stations available upon entry.

Ch
Review №26

Large store. Well stocked and helpful employees. Only wished store had automatic doors.

Fr
Review №27

Great prices on all tools! Good service by staff.

Ga
Review №28

Excellent quality and price

Ro
Review №29

Huge selection of tools. Plwer to hand tools. Even air tools.

Ma
Review №30

Affordable tools. They are getting better on quality.

Pa
Review №31

A gold mine of useful tools. Better to go to the store as the website isnt up to much. Amazing the variety of products they sell.

An
Review №32

Great value for local everyday must-haves! Unfortunately power tools of higher quality not available.

Da
Review №33

Every time Ive been in harbor freight the employees are very kind and helpful. Ive been shopping at this harbor freight since it opened and the only problem that Ive seemed to notice is every time I want to buy something specific they dont have it in stock and then I have to buy it online which I have to pay shipping for. I wish I could ship it to the store for free like home depot offers.

Ri
Review №34

I start with HB for a tool because Im never sure that I will really use it. HB tools have good to quite good design and okay materials. The fit and finish is where they save the costIf I use my HB tool a lot (or if I break it), I know what to look for in a better quality model. I know what features I care about. And I will have a fall-back or loaner

Ro
Review №35

Good source for limited use tools at reasonable price.

C
Review №36

Excellent service and delicious Mexico food

Ma
Review №37

This location has more floor space than most and a large inventory. Some good buys for tools you wont use very often. Avoid the set of calipers. Cement mixer and low end miter saw stand worked well.

Re
Review №38

Great store, with great staff.

Je
Review №39

Harbor Freight Tools was fabulous! I am so happy I discovered it. Its closer than Hone Depot with better prices and actual customer service. Super sweet people working there. Great store with pro tools.

Ch
Review №40

Always lots of good deals and a huge selection of tools and related garage and shop and home items. You do have to make sure you all the necessary sale coupons in hand though because the registers are not programmed to give you best price. Also a good idea to check your receipt over carefully. I always find items i didnt know i needed until I browsed the aisles. They also have a club program that is often a good deal even though there is a membership fee because the savings usually exceed the cost of joining during same transaction

Pa
Review №41

Ive had great experiences lately at several HF stores. They seem to really get customer service. I needed to use the restroom, and the cashier, who had no-one waiting, started to call someone to give me access but stopped and ran quickly to the other end of the store and let me in. I wish I had gotten his name-a man of color. It was late Sunday morning, 08/04/19. Then his colleague, upon hearing I had left a coupon at home said I had 30 days to return and apply it to the item I bought. Harbor Freight seems to have great customer service training and excellent store policies. Though some items may not be worth buying, but if you buy carefully, you can get a great many great deals. Even with the lesser quality items, you can get many functional items that will do a job or more, and at the price, if theyre stolen youre not out too much. I doubt Ill ever stop being a customer for as long as I need tools!

Te
Review №42

Serves a good purpose

Xa
Review №43

This store was very clean and organized

Ch
Review №44

Wasted a trip here for an engine stand they showed in stock but it was the floor model they wouldnt sell me

Do
Review №45

Harbor Freight, where my tools are awaiting work, hopefully next month things will pick up.

Er
Review №46

Good price

Er
Review №47

This place is like Toys R Us but for big kids. Buy a big kids and I mean of course adults. They have every tool you can think of even the ones you cant think of and have no need for but yet its so cheap and affordable you will want it anyways. Great store for cheap tools. I highly recommend it. Parking is never been an issue so dont worry about that.

Be
Review №48

Very bad attention. We told an employe if they speak spanish and they said NO SPANISH HURRY CLOSING UP IN FIFTHTEEN MINUTES. Five minutes later, we tell if they have any and removing tire machine and well the response. THERE ARE NONE SO GETTING SOMETHING ELSE AND LEAVE BECAUSE WE ARE CLOSING OR COME BACK ON FRIDAY! But with bad humor. So I reccomend not come here very bad service.

Ta
Review №49

Great always find odd ball tools that Noone else has

A
Review №50

Manager was especially helpful with me locating and holding an out of stock tool I needed immediately.

Ma
Review №51

Good store without a crowd or line at 11am on Thursday. Courteous clerk!

Dr
Review №52

This place is a great source for tools and shop type supplys

wi
Review №53

I would said that this it becomes my favorite hardware store 😍

ra
Review №54

This is a place where you can find cheap tools to accomplish your diy projects. But if you are a professional and expect professional tools you will most likely be disappointed. I found an angle drill for 40% the cost of a Milwaukee drill similar specs. Your choice.

Ab
Review №55

Friendly people well stocked the tools are harbor freight tools if you know what youre getting there is no reason for less than 5 stars. The hand tools and some power tools present a huge return in value. Im happy this store is here

To
Review №56

Its a love hate relationship, quality is often questionable, but prices are good. Far too often items only last a couple of years, especially cordless products.

Ga
Review №57

Prices are pretty good. You know what youre buying. Cheap tools you might get a few solid uses out of. They arent going to last forever, so if thats what youre looking for, go somewhere else. This location is weird though. Usually the cashier helps you out with coupons or what not. The ones here dont. The lady didnt even bag my items. I had a pile of things in front of her she rang up and she just started ringing the guy behind me up. Didnt even slide them down. It was a super weird experience.

B
Review №58

Nice location, big store, well laid out and easy to shop. Staff is friendly and helpful, but not pesky.

As
Review №59

HF is a great spot for even the light hobbyist to find tools of a good variety and at a good price. I do find they will leave you alone if thats your vibe or will offer help when requested.

DO
Review №60

Wish they could keep stuff in stock. But it gets bought up fast.

Ko
Review №61

Clean store. Good parking. Staff was friendly and mostly helpful. Inexpensive and might I say cheap merchandise for the most part. Great for the diy or low use on most stuff. Price cant be beat mostly. Its a typical harbor freight.

Fl
Review №62

Fast in and out. Found what I needed. Good tools!

Pa
Review №63

The place has a variety of not so very good tools but there are some good things there. One or two of the old-timers that work there are really not very friendly people .....one a young woman that was there today was very polite and very kind she had a long day but at least she was courteous unlike the other old people there that are really really grumpy most of the time.

Ma
Review №64

Unless you are Mexican, dont bother. The supervisor was repeatedly rude to me and promoted a volatile atmosphere.

Ca
Review №65

Best hardware store. I always find what I am looking for. And its inexpensive.

St
Review №66

Good tools cheap

Ja
Review №67

Has my Toys are Us !!!!!great prices,friendly help,D...good tools !!!!

SM
Review №68

Nice

er
Review №69

That place is full of awesome stuff!

Br
Review №70

Good idea to gets ready to go throughout your life and get some of the things you wanted for to long.

Ra
Review №71

Normally has what I am shopping for and is well stocked. lines for checkout speed and times can be long due to not enough checkers. the membership program is a deal if you plan on purchases in excess of $500. otherwise the cost savings is not enough to offset the membership fee to join.

Mi
Review №72

Great place,will definitely go back.

Du
Review №73

Harbor freight tools are...well read the reviews on a tool before you buy it and if you can wait there are always sales. Decent tools when you do your research.

J
Review №74

1st time here, the coupons finally got me in. Nice, well organized, helpful staff, and GREAT prices. Definitely one of my. We favorite stores (why go to a megqwarehouse where u cant find anything anyway?)

Ri
Review №75

Good location, Good Dale the tools arent bad and the trip fron the city is definitely worth it.

Mr
Review №76

Denise the Store Supervisor is wonderful!

pe
Review №77

Sometimes you just need a couple tools and dont want to spend too much on them. Such is the case with this driver and light I got at harbor freight. Under 30 bucks and for what I need right now they did the job. I dont want to dig out the Makita cordless to put together some furniture. While at harbor freight I got a electrified fly swatter in the shape of a tennis racket. The satisfying sound of the point of contact with the fly is priceless. Also helps with your tennis game. They so have some higher grade power tools but Ive never heard of the names. For that kind of money Ill buy a Bosch or Makita or Porter Cable, Fein, etc.

Ja
Review №78

You get what you pay for here, but for value tools and good deals this place is great. Staff are helpful, good selection and there is always a sale on.

Em
Review №79

Very good prices and quality

De
Review №80

The store carries a wide variety of hand & power tools. Theyre always obliging when addressing customer merchandise returns refunds or replacement.

Ol
Review №81

You can find there practically everything for more then reasonable price

ma
Review №82

Excellent products and prices super affordable, i will recommend either for professionals or home owners

Wa
Review №83

A great place to shop

Al
Review №84

Great place prices are very fair

Ra
Review №85

Love this place, nobig name power tools. But the tools they sell will get all jobs started or finished for a fraction of the price you will spend on big name products. Dont be shy to try some of these tools they will get you out of a jam if money is tight. They have been there for me and I will continue to shop here for many years to come.

ke
Review №86

Amazing place👌the people are so helpful 😊 I love it...

Jo
Review №87

Great place to buy tools at a exelence price too bad the 20% discount only aplied to single item

Le
Review №88

I wasnt sure if what I wanted was even a real thing but I explained it to the sales lady and she knew exactly what I needed!!

Ho
Review №89

Great deals on tools, if you need an item quickly they most likely to have it.

Sh
Review №90

I arrived at San Rafael and the item wasnt in stock, so, the manager called to another location to put the item on hold. Lifesaving courtesy

Er
Review №91

Decent tools at bargain prices! Also, lots of gadgets, doohickeys, etc. Best price around for those shower stall suction cup grab rails & reach & grabbit devices. For light or intermittent use, this is the place to get tools, steps, ladders, tarps, etc.

Da
Review №92

Im a hairdresser but a pretty handy guy just bought a new generator in case the power goes out in Novato keep my sump pumps running and my wife happy with her TV and refrigerator, go to Harbor Freight for anything around the house and then some!

Mi
Review №93

Its on e.fransico blvd its extensive hard working people who take pride in there work. Relaxed enviroment

Mo
Review №94

Harbor Freigh price is good because very thing is made in China and its good for one time use.

Mo
Review №95

This place is a trap for people who like tools

Pa
Review №96

Just went in to buy the usual cheapo made in China wrench set and the hillbilly lookin manager made a comment out loud to not put anything under my clothes that Im not planning on buying. Then i heard...Hay hes talking to you...i turned to see a small angry looking employee with a very round shaped head.Thats when I decided that i will take my hard earned money elsewhere to spend. Hope this helps the reviews :)As who likes being treated rudely by such peasants.

Sy
Review №97

Some of the best deals in town!

Ro
Review №98

For the most part the staff was nice. The older lady was upset because I gave a coupke of 20% coupons to customers in line. But there were coupons at the register. I felt she did this because I was black.

Ji
Review №99

I always find what I need salespeople very helpful

Ei
Review №100

Cheap tools cheap but good enough for a lot of things some things dont need to be expensive I drove up from the city and probably will again its worth it

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  • Address:863 Francisco Blvd E, San Rafael, CA 94901, United States
  • Site:https://go.harborfreight.com/store/harbor-freight-tools-in-san-rafael-ca-94901/
  • Phone:+1 415-721-0792
Categories
  • Hardware store
  • Tool store
Working hours
  • Monday:8AM–7PM
  • Tuesday:8AM–7PM
  • Wednesday:8AM–7PM
  • Thursday:8AM–7PM
  • Friday:8AM–7PM
  • Saturday:9AM–6PM
  • Sunday:8AM–7PM
Service options
  • In-store pickup:Yes
  • In-store shopping:Yes
Health & safety
  • Mask required:Yes
  • Safety dividers at checkout:Yes
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible entrance:Yes
  • Wheelchair accessible parking lot:Yes
Offerings
  • Service guarantee:Yes
Planning
  • Quick visit:Yes
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