Harbor Freight in Buffalo Grove, IL, is a fantastic store for anyone looking for affordable, quality tools and equipment. The selection is impressive, offering everything from hand tools to power tools at prices that can't be beaten. The staff is knowledgeable and always ready to assist with any questions or recommendations. I appreciate how easy it is to find what I need, and the frequent sales and coupons make shopping here even better. Whether you're a DIY enthusiast or a professional, Harbor Freight Buffalo Grove is a must-visit
I was in the area and came in here to purchase a load leveler for a Harbor Freight shop crane used for an engine swap. This HF is in a strip mall and feels a lot smaller than other locations. The aisles feel closer together but it still has everything that a HF should have in stock!
The clearance section was on a table right in the front of the store which I thought was neat. It wasn't hidden back in some dark corner like other HF locations. I think it took me all of two minutes to find my load leveler and check out!
Wasn’t a believer until I bought a 13 dollar belt sander years ago and hoped it would last me a project or two. I think I may have to donate it if I ever want to be in need of buying another one.
The staff here is one of the best locations I’ve been too. I prefer it over Hanover park and Cary, the staff always makes sure your getting the best deal possible and is super friendly with answers. Probably the best place I’ve been to if you ever need a random tool to make that next project easier. Also they have a lot of tools that may normally only be available at a premium price point and the DIY’re the solution they provide is great.
Their products and easy customer service make me reminisce about the good old days of well built, inexpensive tools, that carried a lifetime or long term warranty.
I just bought an oscillating spindle/belt sander that is 99% the same guts as a Rigid for 4-5x the price. Never thought I’d own a luxury sanding item like that for the shop but I got that and a cart full of tools for less than the cost of one at the big orange store.
Oh also people like to harp on the “imported quality” where do you think everyone else comes from? You’re paying for a brand, up until recently the Hercules lineup of tools actually had Samsung sourced battery cells being utilized. I don’t think most people at this stage of the game think Samsung doesn’t know what they are doing when it comes to electronics.
I process a air compressor from them The compressor wasn’t work properly. I come back to return it after two hours they charge me 20% stocking fee . I was trying to ask manager. Her name is Brenda to help me with that return she was very rude. She was trying to charge me $129 the price for compressor was $399 - 20% is just $80 when I told her that she was acting like was a mistake.
Not recommending this store.
Hey!! They deff are a bargain and they’ve been working on their quality and name. I visit often and love it. They often time have amazing sales and their prices beat any competition out there! Go for the old school brands…. Snap-on, mac tools and go broke!!! Or visit them. Yeah, some tools are what they are but they’ve really stepped up their game. Visit and do your own research but I’m giving them 5 stars.
I guarantee you guys get lost in the store who are just going in for window shopping when they’re bored. good value everything they’re most likely is made in the far east but you get a lot of bang for your book. Staff is very nice and helpful.
I love Harbor Freight Tools, I don't think they deserve the poor reputation attributed to their products, they have demonstrated they know what their customers want and can give it to them with good quality service at reasonable rates.
It's a tool man's dream. The place is so clean and organized. The staff was so available and so helpful. I had no clue about what I was buying and they jumped right in to help me find what I needed and a little bit of an explanation. I would definitely bypass big box for that kind of service and great prices.
This is the first place I go for anything hardware related, house related or tools. Prices are most of the time a third to two thirds less than you would pay anywhere else. The quality of them is top tier. Great for you and everyday, Dad presents or surprises. Staff is super knowledgeable and always willing to take the time to explain things, sometimes twice without acting like you are wasting their time. If you aren't exactly sure what to buy (me, sometimes) they do offer gift cards. +++!!! Next time you need a tool, piece of hardware, something car related try Harbor Freight first.
Bought an impact screw driver set here and a few other trinkets as one does when they walk into a harbor freight. Overall tho, good value for your money, staff was helpful.
Liked the place pretty much. Nice well round collection of low cost hardware needs. Being a visitor, the store reminded me of Princess Auto. This particular store is a decently stocked. Store personnel are helping customers as and when needed. During my trip I found moderate customer presence. There are lots of parking spots but availability depend on the time of day.
Great staff, offered a mask on entry as I did not have one and gladly accepted. Asked where an item was and said I would take it (it was a heavy object) didn't asked and the employee picked it up and delivered it the the cashier's desk. First time buyer at Harbor Frieght, I do my comparisons online and in this case they were 40$ under anyone else. This review is more about the employees at this store then the company itself. They were outstanding.
Harbor freight is fairly consistent. You almost always can find the least expensive tool for the job here. But, sometimes, you get what you pay for. This time, I went in looking for the least expensive pneumatic crown stapler I could find, to do one job. Over three thousand staples later, I am completely satisfied. It held up just fine. It cost me very little. It finished the job. It never misfired once. My family room floor looks fantastic. If it never works again, then I am still satisfied. If you can be fine with occasional quality issues, and you have reasonable expectations, then your wallet will not be disappointed. God job Harbor Freight!
I usually do not write reviews but I had a great experience at this store. I went to buy some impact sockets but just because the cashier I believe his name was Dominic gave me such a great service I ended up buying a jack and jack stand set. I will definitely recommend this location to everyone. Great service. Thank you
This store and staff always leave me with a great shopping experience. I frequent the location and each time, I'm repeatedly asked if I need help. The store is well kept and has easy to see wayfinding. The store does share parking with busy, neighboring retailers and services so take my advice and park behind the facility; there is a large, empty parking lot North of the shopping center that connects via walkway (between the daycare center and health club).
This location is always clean and has several super helpful employees who have worked there for quite a while. Inventory availability is always good at this location and you can get done with what you need to do with a minimal amount of fuss. Parking is plentiful and the lots are well lit at night.
In the time of need, I purchased a generator (predator brand). Plain and simple, it operated on overload without anything being plugged into it-zero power output. So, it didn't solve my issue in time of need. Then I wasn't credited my full amount for a faulty machine. I get that this company makes a lot of money with the restocking fee-20%(customers beware), but this is ridiculous. I made a report to the company and still no response. I asked for you to make it right, I heard nothing! I will take my business elsewhere. Really sad the customer service is a lost art!
I was looking for some nitrile gloves for maintenance work and was pleasantly surprised to find that not only was there an ample stock of them, but they also had the best price of anywhere else I've seen. Dominic at the register was friendly, polite, efficient, and professional. Count me as a satisfied customer, 100%!!!
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Great place for cost effective/ disposable tools and consumables. If your looking to get it done with the right tool at a good price with out the brand name brag, this is the place. We all love our brand name go to standards but most of the time frills are for the foolish, get around the tool truck and get off the brand and just get the tools to get the job done effectively.
Harbor tools has a good selection for multiple industries if you have never been, go for a walk through the place, I bet u spend a few bucks before u leave.... and will tell yourself next time you’ll just go to harbor tool and freight.
went here to get a predator engine, got. 212 with a ripped and messed up box and apparently brand new. Got home and engine did not work at all, even had engine guy look at it and was completely broken. I took back a few days later and made me pay the restock fee when the thing was completely broken, cheap stuff nothing even works there ridiculous
Watch them put it back on the shelves for the next poor customer
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Some tools are good, some are great. I use their $15 rachets at work every day for years and they will replace them if they break. Looks like the supply chain shortage is hitting them too, a couple items were not in stock.
Love this place. Tools are much more affordable and decent. But a 2000 watt inverter generator at half the cost of a Honda. Works awesome and can add a second one that connects to it for double the power...pretty versatile
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