Been to many places like this around the country, I appreciate the assortment here the most. Not strictly a building material supply store, not strictly a thrift store, it’s everything in between. Lightbulbs, sinks, motors, fans, cords, wire, clothes, wrenches, serving spoons, everything. Prices could be lower but they’re at a reasonable level for sure
Fun place to stop and browse, I rarely leave with anything. Clothing can be a real steal, the furniture broadly seems a lil expensive even for the common pieces, however if you want something uncommon or to see weird stuff this is the place.
Friendly staff, very unique building. Didn't even make it through it all. You could literally build your own house with all the stuff they have in here!!! Will definitely be returning
Will not be shopping here until the company starts paying its workers properly and negotiating with their union in good faith.
Edit: review went up because urban ore is faithfully negotiating with their union. Will go to 5 stars when they finalize a contract
This place has it all!! It's a mix of an awesome curated thrift store, building materials, furniture, clothes, electronics, sporting goods, I could go on and I could spend all day in here indulging in my hobbies and collections. I found some great camera gear and reasonably priced electronics. The staff are busy and hard to pin down, but they will take time to show you things if you are polite.
Amazing alternative to big box stores. We have purchased everything from vintage doors and hardware to spare tile to kids bikes. The staff is super friendly and dedicated to their mission. It's a gift to the community.
I came with high expectations that were exceeded. I didn’t buy anything. I was mesmerized by the DC power bricks organized by voltage. It was like something from a dream when I came out into the light and saw the vast lot of toilets, just like in the pictures. The threaded rods had washers and nuts attached. Really a sight to behold.
Urban Ore in Berkeley offers the following services: Salvage yard. You can check with them or contact us—we also offer free vehicle towing, instant quotes, and expert advice on finding the correct parts so you can save money and get exactly what you need with minimal effort.
Urban Ore are located in Berkeley, and the exact address is listed above on this page. Our regular business hours are 8:30:00 AM - 5:00 PM, but we can arrange appointments outside normal hours upon request. For your convenience, you can also use the Get Directions feature or request on-site service.
Yes, Urban Ore in Berkeley buys vehicles in any condition — from fully functional to damaged or non-running. You can contact them by phone or us via the online form on our website, specifying the make, model, and year of manufacture of your vehicle. We’ll make you an offer, schedule a pickup, and in most cases, our tow truck can arrive the same day with cash or instant payment.
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