Harbor Freight Tools in Buffalo
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Buffalo, Erie County, New York, US
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Site: https://go.harborfreight.com/sto...
- Monday:8AM–8PM
- Tuesday:8AM–8PM
- Wednesday:8AM–8PM
- Thursday:8AM–8PM
- Friday:8AM–8PM
- Saturday:8AM–8PM
- Sunday:9AM–6PM
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Still good, just not what it used to be. At harbor freight you used to get slot of coupons in the mail that were amazing! They stopped these ads and now you have to pay 30 dollars a year or 45$ For every 2 years to get these same discounts, some aren’t even that great!? It’s becoming more worth to buy tools from better brands than before and I only came to harbor freight for one time jobs to spend less. But their price is catching up to the competition and now charge to get the previous discounts. From an average customer here before it is not what it was before.
Great staff. I couldnt get what I wanted at one and the sales lady called around for me with out me asking her. She found what I needed and even had one put aside as well as had the address ready for me to put into my maps. Clean place and all had masks and gloves. Customers were decent and careful. All around 10 in experience. Well done guys.
So I bought a transmission 800 lbs (gray) Jack from the store on Niagara falls boulevard. In the middle of the of the transmission removal on a 2009 tiguan Im doing yesterday this Jack failed and the transmission fell out of the car and could have crushed me. Never trust your life with some of these cheaper tools and you should be ok and survive to see the returns desk. When I went to take it back to the store for and exchange they didnt have any of the ones I bought even though yesterday it said there were 5 available. ITS IMPORTANT TO NOTE THE STORE IS UNDER CONSTRUCTION. They are re rearranging the store and its half empty. Looks like their going out of business. I dont recommend going to this location this week. (4/22/2021) I had no problem exchanging the Jack at another location (Cheektwaga) with my receipt for a new one. All the employees were very nice. Cheektowaga location very clean but much busier. Different location offer different varieties of tools. But buyer beware on Jack stands and the Jacks. Their is a recall on Jack stands. Dont buy cheaper tools and expect them to work equivalent to name brand. BUY THE 1 year Warranty. Lets see if Jack #2 works. If I die I guess you wont hear back.
This was my first time there because I was accompanying my neighbor who frequents this store. It was a smaller than I expected store with labeled and organized aisles. The workers were helpful and funny. I got a free flashlight (courtesy of my neighbors coupon) with the purchase of my batteries. Using the coupons makes it a really good deal!
Honestly if I could do half a star I would, but not very happy with them, I had a power washer that the motor blew on it went, so I ordered a new motor, once that motor came in I went to start it and it did not start, I tested for spark and it had none, I went back to the store, that lady that helped me return and replace it was not nice, she had an attended and not very friendly, I walked out with a different motor, I let that project sit for about a week and half to two weeks because I had other things I needed to get done, once I found time to do it this motor would not start either, I went back to the store and the same lady went now I guess that didnt last very long now did it in a not so nice way, I ended up returning that motor and got my money back, this lady took off my member ship without telling me or anything, i ended up going a week later to buy a whole power washer thinking that would be easier, I bout it for 369, I went to use my member ship and this guy said that I didnt have one, but I told him I did and it had the exact date on it of when that lady took it off, he told me he would add my member ship back free of charge, I could not figure out why it came to $500. on the way home I looked at the bill and he ended up charging me for my member ship, I also had missing parts with this power washer as well, this power washer would not start, and after a bit me and my friend checked for spark and we had no spark what so ever, this is tow motors and now the whole unit and now it became a pain, I called the store and asked to speak with the manger, he gave us a very very hard time over the phone, I said heck with this place, he then told me they would give me back my $500 I paid, we went to the store the next day and this guy said he had to take off a 20% restore fee, I said NO, I spoke with the manger and he said the whole $500 I would get back, we were giving each other attitude and he said I have to take off this 20% restock fee and that is the stupids thing Ive ever heard, this item does not work and they r going to charge me for that, I never had to pay for a stock fee, I ended up getting only $426 back and canceled my member ship, NOT HAPPY AT ALL, never going to harbor freight again, they are a waste of my time and not good customer severe, I have the receipt if anyone wants to me to take a picture and add it, I would be more then happy to do so
I been going there for many years. one thing i want to point out, the manager is a great, attentive and full of respect individual. I see the way he treats his workers. I will not mind to work under a great leader as hi is. Good management reflects workers actituted towards customers. All the best to great people!!!
Love this store. You have to be careful what you buy there because some of it is total garbage but once you figure out whats safe (dont EVER buy their cheap drill bits) you can get some great deals. I have tools from there that cost a fraction what they would other places and have lasted me for years. I also had stuff that broke the next day but in the end I still come out ahead.
Harbor Freight is my go to for tools. And. Theyve started offering high end battery tools with Li-on batteries. I have an electric half inch impact wrench that has had the heck beat out of it and still working fine. Eight years and still working fine. Give them a perusal; youll like what you see.
Always good deals. Any electronics purchased here its a good idea to get the warranty if you dont plan on taking care of your items like theyre a collectors mint edition. Because harbor freight tools are known to break. Theyre cheap for a reason. Other than that all my tools that I take great care of work great after 5years. Anything I forget to put away or drop tend to break faster.
Dont honor their own coupons. Big waste of my time. Had a coupon for 319$ lawn mower. Returned my royobi as this was a better deal. Went to the Amherst store and showed it to them and they didnt have the mower so I was sent to this store. They refused to sell it as the coupon was a missprint.Wasted time driving all over and now I need to go back to the store and buy the mower I JUST returned back.
If you need a tool that you probably wont use much, this is a cheap alternative. The trouble is, the tool is made better than you think and will last a long while, regardless. Im still impressed by the cheap wrench set i bought to replace some misplaced 10mm and 16s. I can beat them with a hammer and theyre fine, where i can open the end of my craftsman with my bare hands. Same is true for the duty cycle and longevity of their $100 welder, the older blue trim nailers, the airless sprayer, sawzall, 12 compound mitre, jump pack w/compressor, impact...theyve really got some decent stuff.
Harbor freight reminds me of a Value home center. They have a large inventory of tools/equipment for home projects, and automotive. The thing with their tools though for me is this, the prices are cheap because the quality of the product are cheap. Its still worth shopping here, but be mindful their tools wont last a long time.
Make sure you unpack and thoroughly inspect any large ticket items before you leave the store. Purchased a $350 item that was damaged, the store would not accommodate to return. Cheap products and even cheaper customer service.First and last purchase from harbor freight.
I generally have an ok experience when shopping here, minus the always long line to pay because staff walk around in circles instead of opening another register, but today was especially annoying because while checking out I pulled up my emailed flyer with their typical 20% coupon that loads from their website when you load the flyer.. When I pulled it up, the entire flyer loaded except the coupon. The space for it was there, and it came up earlier in the day. Ok, so I told the young woman with the nose piercing at the checkout that I had the coupon but their website wasnt pulling it up at the moment. She said Oh, thats no problem at all! and I thought she had a physical coupon to scan.. Instead she then said Were more than happy to charge you full price today! and she then did. I was then told to take my 4 awkwardly sized items, without even getting a bag. If you want to keep customers, how about not having staff act arrogantly towards customers trying to redeem your own coupon, and trying to give you money?
I love Harbor Freight! They have everything you would want and things you dont even know you need. Dont think this is just a tool store! It is much more. There are plenty of great tools, but also flashlights, magnetic lights, magnets, gardening helpers, things you need to help around the house. I was looking for a foldable cane. Nothing special, just a basic cane that folds up to keep in the car. Walmart wanted $18; Target doesnt carry them; the pharmacy wanted way more than I wanted to spend. Harbor Freight has them for $9.00! Just a basic, black folding cane. Who would have thought of looking in Harbor Freight for a cane? I did! You will be surprised what goodies you will find thereBe sure to get the app that has coupons. There is always something free with a purchase, if you have the coupon.
A toolman’s heaven! Prices and selection is insane! I wish we had a place like this in canada!Hands down the best tool store I’ve ever been too! So much selection at unbelievable prices! Yes the quality isn’t on par with some of the top brands but for the price you are getting more than what you pay for!
Certain tool are worth buying. I would stay away from motorized products unless they have a no questions return policy. And its for at least 2 years. Then stl take into as account what your po saying. But your everyday pliers gloves, grinding whe etc hammers etc. Cant beat it..
I love Harbor Freight. They have pretty damn good tools and a reasonable price. They also have a good warranty policy if you buy the extended warranty which Ive only done once and that was on a roofing nailer. Fortunately I had the extended warranty because the nailer did take a dump on me. Everything else there I have bought has seemed to been good quality especially for the price.
Love Harbor Freight, been customer for long time. New to Buffalo Ny area and live 5 min from store on Union... wont be back. Ill find another in the area or order online. I just left there. I was (as everyone was) wearing a mask. There were 3 registers occupied by workers and customers saw only 2 or 3 people in line total. I chose the line with fewest people and stood on Soicial D mark, next to a sign that said to stand there and wait. Very loudly one of the cashiers told me that only two registers were open and I NEEDED to stand on social distress mark. As I started to apologize (not that at did ANYTHING inappropriate) this gentleman loudly told me to move to another line... Im a adult, a professional, a leader in my field of vocation, and feel extremely insulted to be spoken to like a child. Extremely unprofessional! This employee was working with a customer at that register, why would I assume its closed and then spoken to like I was doing something terrible...wont be back to this location and recommend to others not to go.
This afternoon, I went to check out of Harbor Freight behind a customer already at check out who had found a discrepancy in his credit card charge. The clerk and her helper started started sorting things out. After about seven or eight minutes of dickering it was down to two or three cents in tax owed or returned. Meanwhile, there was only one cashier and the line had gained four customers. My legs started to give out (neuropathy, if you must know), and I needed to pay for my purchases so I could get off my feet. It already had been a long day. The clerk called for another cashier. No one responded. The helper with her now walked toward the back of the store. Six minutes pass (Im tracking time by now), and the clerk is checking a price. I asked whether she could call for another cashier. She said, No. I left the store. I figure that waiting in line over 15 minutes to check out is a tad excessive. For my part, Ill not use this store again. Maybe this will wean me from low--quality Chinese made products and matching customer service.
The only reason I am giving this even 2 stars is because you can buy tools cheap. I was here 3 days ago while I was here the cashier was helping the guest in front of me exchange a big tool chest. The manager came up with a dolly to help get it out of his car. Before exiting the store, the manager turned to the cashier if they had any other of that took box in stock, she said “let me check” he then says, “you didn’t even check yet?!?” To which she says” no, it doesn’t look like we have any more” why he said next is what prompted me to write this review. He responded by saying, “this is what I mean, I’ve told you time and time again to check these things before calling me up, if you start following directions the beatings will stop!” Then he continued to talk about the cashier to the customer. No one deserves that kind of mental abuse over a job.
You cant go in this place thinking your only gong to buy a thing or two. As you walk through the isles, it hits you. I could use that for this project. Or thiswould work perfectly. Ive always needed these. The quality is pretty good too. If it breaks or doesnt work, take it back. The store staff do not make returns difficult.
I was waiting in line and I was next after Hannas last sale and all of a sudden she said this is my last sale. I said Gee, Ive been in line for a while now and I only have one item. Nope! Im closing! So... I have to go to another line which is long. Sorry, I just had to get this off of my chest! Not happy!
Total reviews rating 4.4
199 Reviews for Harbor Freight Tools 2023:
Review №1
2022-06-18Clerks were attentive, professional, and eager to assist. I enjoyed my visit and due to the treatment I received, will definitely be back
Review №2
2022-01-22I enjoy harbor freight tools. Im not particularly impressed with the inside track membership. I only joined because the savings offered for product were equal to the price of joining. So in my mind its something for nothing. At that time I was told when you are an inside track member you never have to worry about the coupons. You will automatically be able to take advantage of those. This is not the case. You automatically get any inside track member price. But NOT the coupon savings. You MUST have the coupon or at least the code on the coupon.
Review №3
2022-04-12Good stuff cheap. They have Apple pay and G pay, but you have to grab the pen off the terminal and touch yes* with it for Amount OK? which throws the whole touchless concept out the window. Lose a star for that :)
Review №4
2022-05-17Love my store and good quality and many more good stuff all my power supply and cordless tools perfect
Review №5
2018-11-25Went to get a 5 drawer rolling cart. opened box to find it damaged. re boxed, went to another h.f. the next one was damaged as well but not as bad. I will live with it. but really I think the workers should take some pride in their work.
Review №6
2022-06-05Great selection. Helpful staff. Got a weed wacker.
Review №7
2022-06-15Friendly staff, but couldnt find the bike chain cleaner & tub I was looking for.
Review №8
2022-05-30Hubby went in, got what he wanted/needed and left. All in all a smooth visit.
Review №9
2022-04-12This Cheektowaga location always has advertised & regular items in stock, staff is always friendly.
Review №10
2022-01-13Bought a compressor and airline hooked up at shop worked very well store was nice and clean and got great service