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Three Fountains Ace Hardware
2930 Emanuel Church Rd, West Columbia, SC 29170, United States
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Three Fountains Ace Hardware
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Ch
Review №1

Called ahead asking for a specific item. They told me they had it and gave me a price. Drove 30 minutes for it to be out of stock and an offer to special order the item.

St
Review №2

Good variety of home repair items. Friendly and knowledgeable staff.

Ge
Review №3

Will is not the smartest. Ask for his opinion on 2 products and knew absolutely nothing. Wanted to talk about everything else and would not shut up

ct
Review №4

Always a great experience! Staff are very polite and super helpful and knowledgeable! They have always been awesome the many years I have been shopping with them. My go to store and location!!

Ju
Review №5

Great customer service! Was greeted with a smile at the door and guided to just what I needed! Love our local Ace hardware stores

Ch
Review №6

Took a few minutes, but the young men there were very helpful. Got me what I needed to fix my mower, had dome beautiful plants n flowers, and some hard to find cleaners I like to use....Definitely will go here again, and highly recommend.....busy place, but great service!

Je
Review №7

This place is great! Everyone is very helpful and is convenient to get to!

Sa
Review №8

Under new management. Better inventory and staff is glad to provide assistance. No hassle returns too!

Sh
Review №9

I do not want drain opener. Tho I understand that s another use for lye. I want lye crystals. No other additives. I do not pay attention. And need a store I can walk in buy it

Pr
Review №10

Very rude to my disabled veteran Father. Not as helpful as they used to be. Will go t a different store.

Lo
Review №11

Do my postage packages here, so much easier

Lo
Review №12

The most helpful and wonder I have ever gotten at a hardware shop. Thinks to the gentleman working there I saved a second trip finding out the fist chainsaw didnt work, but the second pick started like a champ. Thank you

Ma
Review №13

Courteous friendly staff. The prices are astronomical. But they always come through, in a pinch.

Jo
Review №14

Went in for something their website said they had in stock. (Patio umbrella). I couldn’t find any of the models I was looking for. (Store is a mess). The representative in the outdoor section, when asked, shrugged and said they just got a truck in a few days ago and were too busy to go through inventory.He didn’t offer to assist further.I’ll drive to another hardware store from now on.

Se
Review №15

Just purchased a new Weber pellet grill from this store and let me tell ya the guys really know there stuff. Will is the associate that helped me with my purchase and I told him I would back my truck up so they could help me load it but Will and the store manager had already decided to deliver the grill for me to my home 3-4 miles away. I was blown away. A few hours later I was itching to use my new grill and had a small problem I couldn’t figure out so I called Will. Once again they dropped what they were doing and came back to my house to troubleshoot the issue and got me fixed up in minutes. These guys have really outdone themselves this time. I always shop there and always have had great service but this visit was worth an outstanding review. Thanks a lot guys.

Su
Review №16

Had three keys made. Greeted as soon as I walked in the door was told where to get the keys made it took all of 5 minutes being in the store with a nice thank you and coming back again .

Ge
Review №17

Great customer service.Not use to getting that anymore!

St
Review №18

When going to Ace, its always a better experience then the big box stores as far as customer service is concerned but they dont have a lot of things available as do the box stores.

Jo
Review №19

Helpful staff, can order almost anything not in the store, keys made, and garden things, seasonal plants, open until 8pm now.

Br
Review №20

Close to our house, friendly people an great prices. Always good service here.I bring my packages here to the post office

Am
Review №21

Staff was helpful. Price tags wasnt on all products and displays.

We
Review №22

Over priced I would love to spend my money with my local Ace but I can’t afford the prices went in to get a couple flower pots and miracle grow and it was $60 the same stuff I bought I seen at Walmart the next day for less than half the cost 🤔

Li
Review №23

New hardly anything about paint and potential VOC as Im extremely allergic. You might as well go to Lowes for the service you get

Lo
Review №24

Very helpful and knowledgeable and answer any questions you have.

Pa
Review №25

Owner seems to careless about his employees! Many of my favorite employees at Ace hardware have left because they were under paid! Maybe the owner should stop being all about the $ and actually care. Store is a mess

De
Review №26

Good local hardware store!

Pa
Review №27

Really like have most things needed, easy in out access..but no matter when I shop there, their help consist of just pointing out the isle, when I ask which option is popular reccommended user friendly, satisfaction. They dont know, sometimes they dont have a clue what its purpose, more importantly they arent concerned to ask the other 2 associates just standing around talking.

To
Review №28

Shout out to Chris at this store!! He went out of his way to help his customer and she greatly appreciates it!

St
Review №29

Stopped to find a washer for my outdoor spigot, they did not have it! I tried the packing string, it did not work well.

To
Review №30

Very helpful and a clean environment. They were not pushy like other small stores. They have almost anything you need. Definitely give them a visit.

Gi
Review №31

Thank you, Robbie! Its always pleasant to shop here and the customer service is outstanding!

Ma
Review №32

Wow. Simply the best service I have had. Ordering yard maintenance stuff during the virus situation and the store managers and owners have gone above and beyond. They are doing a far far better job at customer service than any other big box store could hope to achieve. I shop local and will make Three Fountains my go to hardware store. Kudos to the store owners and store managers.

da
Review №33

I wish they would be in the Lowes location. Imagine. A real hardware store and people who are available and know whats in the store.

To
Review №34

Great customer service. Prices are very competitive with Lowes and Home Depot. The photo show my Saturday Project and I needed tools and compost. Just FYI the SOD did not come from ACE. So go by and visit a store that still believes in customer service.

Mi
Review №35

Very friendly staff and assisted me with all my issues

J
Review №36

I frequent this store a lot and this Ace Hardware has the BEST employees. They can answer any question about their products and are always friendly. Wish I could give 10 stars!

Ka
Review №37

Always so helpful.

Ma
Review №38

The store was really nice, and the staff were super friendly and helpful. They didnt have what I was looking for, but they offered to order it and it would show up to the store in a few days.

Ma
Review №39

Couldnt make keys I needed or for lady ahead of me

Jo
Review №40

I got all 5 of my dogs engraved named tags for a very fair price. The engraving was top quality and the customer service was exceptional. One of our dogs got under our fence and I was so worried about losing her because she had no identification. A close friend recommended Ace in Three Fountains. Highly recommend this store. Great people, fair prices, convenient, hospitable, and helpful.

Me
Review №41

I love that I was able to walk in, ask a staff member about an item, and find it quickly without having to hike through a giant box store. HOWEVER, there is, obviously, a COMPANY policy of wearing PPE masks which is EQUALLY OBVIOUSLY not being enforced. The staff, today, looked pretty ridiculous wearing their chin guards😒

we
Review №42

Great for hard to find and hidden deals

Jo
Review №43

Reliable supply of certain items. The help is not what it used to be. But for a quick stop in for one or two things you already know they have it is a good alternative to the big box stores.

M
Review №44

Used to be good, they sold out and went downhill. Run by a bunch of young kids that dont understand anything about home repair or DYI. They couldnt even match two cans of paint mixed at the same time correctly, literally 2 separate shades when I got home.

Ri
Review №45

They had what I needed to complete a near by job, saving me time. That is what is important. Yes, they are over priced, but customers want you to complete your repair work as soon as possible and are willing to pay the extra in most cases.

Ed
Review №46

Excellent service

Vi
Review №47

Great selection awesome service

jl
Review №48

Everybody was extremely helpful and checked on us a couple of times. Was able to find everything that we needed.

je
Review №49

Had just what I needed and the price was good too 😄. They were very safe everyone wore their masks !

Da
Review №50

The manager (and all of his employees) are VERY helpful and nice, and know where everything in that store is located by the aisle number and location in the aisle. I’m always impressed!

Ja
Review №51

Open on Sundays. The friendly staff.

IZ
Review №52

Good people good prices owned by a decent guy

Ja
Review №53

If I could give less stars I would! They lied to use about Free Veteran flags! Hubs is a Vet. Customer service is a joke. Buncha kids. Management doesnt communicate with associates properly ( they didnt know about flag give aways). Took 3 trips to accomplish nothing but headache and be disrespected. Returned product and we will never go back to this store. Not even an Im sorry for all your trouble.

Br
Review №54

Andrew is the friendliest person. Always so kind and helpful

Br
Review №55

Always helpful and always gets me what I need. The manager has helped me a bunch of times and now we are on first make basis. Chris Gartman is a very well rounded manager.

Be
Review №56

Great visit. First off I arrived at 6:59pm and was still allowed in. They also offered me more than adequate time to find what I needed. Offered me help multiple times and even offered up their suggestions. The inside was very well laid out and easy to maneuver. Found what I needed and more. And most of all I saved a lot of money

Da
Review №57

Very nice place to get stuff

Ma
Review №58

I hadn’t visited this ACE until today and honestly it was just because of the Post Office kiosk that they have. HOWEVER - I will be back. I was greeted at the door and provided immediate direction as to where I need to go to find what I needed. The young lady at the Postal Kiosk was super friendly and helped me make sure my item was postmarked on time. On my way out - 2 other staff asked if they could help and I picked up a SMOKED hot dog and chili with a side of great conversation!! Super clean - super friendly!!

Br
Review №59

This Ace Hardware is a downhome locally operated store. The people that employ this place and the patrons have been coming there for many years. They have a postal outlet here as well. Staff is quiet the serious bunch though. Not many smiles or friendly faces to speak of. However, the manager Chris is helpful and a cool fella. We went to school together and I know he will be strait up and honest with you if you need help or advice on anything in the store.

An
Review №60

Pricey but the employees are nice and very helpful

Ri
Review №61

This ACE location is fantastic. I live very close by, so I frequent the place whenever Im working on a project. The staff has always been incredibly nice, and helpful. They stay in contact with each other in the store via radios and are always checking on the customers. They even have free popcorn at the front of the store. Not that the popcorn is so great its worth mentioning they have food, but the gesture of making the store friendly to customers goes a long way.On top of the hospitality, I have never had a problem finding anything I need. Their inventory is very good, and if they dont have it, theyre willing to tell you where you can find it.5/5. Love having these guys nearby

Si
Review №62

I was happy to see dog stuff for sale at this hardware store. Staff is always friendly. I normally just stop in to have keys made but may have to shop there more as they have a vast selection that could save me a trip to lowes.

Sh
Review №63

Two of their employees helped me to find what I was looking for but were also dismayed that they did not carry it they suggested where I could go to possibly find it this is a great store

Be
Review №64

I have been going to this store since they opened with my Dad! And always very friendly and helpful! Knowledgable staff and very clean store! Love their selection in garden center! Personal service makes you feel very important and like a neighbor! If I could give them more stars I would! Thank you

Ta
Review №65

Andrew always helps me with any issues I may have. What a great asset to this company.

Je
Review №66

Very helpful.

C
Review №67

Called before coming to make sure they cut glass. Get there and THEN they tell me the ONLY guy that can cut it is not there. Great first visit...

Ja
Review №68

Good service and it seems they care for their customers.

Mi
Review №69

They have a decent selection of hardware, etc....just a little overpriced. Staff is friendly & helpful.

Ch
Review №70

One stop shop, even has a post office

Mi
Review №71

I looked for an item at a few other stores and came here - not only did they have it, but they knew what aisle and shelf it was on. Great service and now will be my first stop rather than 3rd. Thank you!

Ch
Review №72

Nice community hardware store with an extra service a post office which Ive found is closer to my house than regular post office. Things get processed quickly, I had to return an item but wound up buying a tremendous savings on bird food not available ever anywhere else I should be set for all of spring in joining the rewards program I saved even more and actually did get a partial refund . Garden tools sold there are more expensive than other big box stores but much better quality.

Wa
Review №73

The staff was great. The managers there go out of there way to help you if you have a problem.i recommend ace for most anything you do on repaires ir if you are looking to find quality tools to do the job. Great place to shop.

Fr
Review №74

Return policy is difficult. Prices on the high side.

Be
Review №75

The manager, Chris, is wonderful! He helped me find the things I needed for a project we were working on and also helped me load a new toilet into my truck that was on sale and it turned out to fit perfectly! Thank you, Chris!

Wi
Review №76

Friendly staff who are quick to help you and guide you to where and what you need. Definitely will be the hardware store I use for a long time to come.

Jo
Review №77

They always have what I need.

El
Review №78

Staff were incredibly helpful, knowledgeable, and thorough. Will definitely be coming back.

al
Review №79

Met at the front door a happy sales associate and greeted me and my dog as well as help me with finding the product i needed. The guy at post office i believe his name was Thomas helped me with pick up some grill equipment. and the cashier Robert kept me laughing.

Ch
Review №80

They have e-v-e-r-y-t-h-i-n-g. Outstanding customer service. Top brands. Go there.

Gr
Review №81

The staff is always helpful and friendly

Mi
Review №82

Good helpful staff with plenty of knowledge to help you get the project done. Always shop your small locally owned business.

Mo
Review №83

Love customer service you can get what you need here I got to do is ask

Ka
Review №84

Very clean and safe to visit during this virus.

Ch
Review №85

The lady working there named Jenny was a great help, helped me find everything

Tr
Review №86

Very nice and helpful

Jo
Review №87

The staff is always friendly and helpful. They are knowledgeable about their products and services. They always seem to have even the odd items I need.

He
Review №88

Staff is amazing and I always feel very welcome. I started coming here because they are open Sundays but they have become my go-to hardware store no matter what day of the week it is.

Da
Review №89

Very nice place

Ed
Review №90

Local, friendly and far more helpful than the super hardware stores.

Bo
Review №91

A good post office to ship your packages

Va
Review №92

Had just what I needed and the service was excellent

Er
Review №93

Super friendly and helpful staff. I always feel like Im the only customer there. Thanks Ace Hardware on Emanual Church Road.

P
Review №94

I called and asked if they had a new 2019 510 STIHL mower. I was told they had a new 2019 510 so I drove 25 minutes to pick up this new mower. I asked Will twice to make sure! To my disappointment they tried to sell me a 1.5 year old mower that was used and scratched up all along the handles for full price. When I said something, he acted like nobody used it and it just had pollen on it but would give me a discount. I guess he thought I was a stupid women. What a con artist. If I could give it zero stars I would for being deceptive and trying to rip off a customer. Dont go there and find another store that is honest !

BU
Review №95

Three Fountains Ace hardware. Is my go to store instead of having to go to lowes. its very close to my home, I can get exactly what I want and get out quickly. All the employees are very nice and helpful, especially Andrew.

Jo
Review №96

Have an account here for my Handyman service and they are always nice

Ja
Review №97

Helpful employees, decent prices. Great place to stop in for that odd part you need.

Ed
Review №98

They didnt have what I went there for, but called another store to see if they had one. Good experience!

Ma
Review №99

Love the fact they have postal services there. Staff is very helpful and friendly.

Mi
Review №100

Helpful friendly staff. New ownership. Doesnt feel like a sweat shop in the building anymore.

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4.3 Rating
  • Address:2930 Emanuel Church Rd, West Columbia, SC 29170, United States
  • Site:https://acehardware.com/store-details/17496
  • Phone:+1 803-957-4991
Categories
  • Hardware store
  • Home improvement store
  • Paint store
  • Tool store
Working hours
  • Monday:7:30AM–8PM
  • Tuesday:7:30AM–8PM
  • Wednesday:7:30AM–8PM
  • Thursday:8AM–8PM
  • Friday:10:15AM–7PM
  • Saturday:7:30AM–8PM
  • Sunday:7:30AM–8PM
Service options
  • Curbside pickup:Yes
  • Delivery:Yes
  • 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
  • Assembly service:Yes
  • Service guarantee:Yes
Planning
  • Quick visit:Yes
Payments
  • Checks:Yes
  • Debit cards:Yes
  • NFC mobile payments:Yes
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