Berkeley's top 4 hardware stores to visit now

Wondering where to find the best hardware stores near you?

Hoodline crunched the numbers to find the top hardware stores in Berkeley, using both Yelp data and our own secret sauce to produce a ranked list of the best spots to venture next time you're in the market for hardware stores.

Now's your chance to check out the latest trending spots, since consumer spending at retail and wholesale businesses tends to increase in February in the Berkeley area, according to data on local business transactions from Womply, a software provider that helps small businesses get more reviews. Daily spending at Berkeley-area retail and wholesale businesses last year rose by 16% in February over the month before.

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1. Hida Tool & Hardware

First on the list is Hida Tool & Hardware. Located at 1333 San Pablo Ave. (between Gilman and Camelia streets), the hardware store is the highest-rated of its kind in Berkeley, boasting 4.5 stars out of 83 reviews on Yelp.

2. Bowlin Equipment Company

Next up is Bowlin Equipment Company, situated at 1107 10th St. (between Harrison Street). With five stars out of 27 reviews on Yelp, the hardware store has proved to be a local favorite.

3. Ashby Lumber Company

Ashby Lumber Company, located at 824 Ashby Ave. (between Seventh Street), is another top choice, with Yelpers giving the hardware store, building supply and door sales/installation spot four stars out of 147 reviews.

4. True Value Eastern Supplies

True Value Eastern Supplies, a hardware store, is another much-loved go-to, with 4.5 stars out of 46 Yelp reviews. Head over to 2900 Shattuck Ave. (between Ashby Avenue and Russell Street) to see for yourself.

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