The 10 Best Hardware Stores in Illinois — 2026
We compared all 857 hardware stores in Illinois on the data that matters: services offered, posted hours, and how easy each one is to reach. No pay-to-play — this ranking comes straight from the listings data, updated November 2026.
#1 · Harbor Freight ToolsRound Lake Beach
Mon-Sat 8am-8pm, Sun 9am-6pm
#2 · Fuller's Home & HardwareHinsdale
Mon–Fri 8:00am–5:00pm, Sat 8:00am–4:00pm
#3 · Rural KingMarion Key cuttingPropaneLumberFarm supplySmall engine
Mon-Wed 7am-9pm, Fri-Sun 7am-9pm
#5 · Hyman's HardwareChicago
Mon–Fri 8:00am–5:30pm, Sat 8:00am–4:00pm, Sun Closed
#7 · Ace HardwareSpringfield Key cuttingPropanePaintScreen repairGlass cuttingPlumbingFishing license
Sat 7:30am-8pm, Sun 9am-6pm
#8 · Tractor Supply Co.Dixon Farm supply
Mon-Sat 8am-9pm, Sun 9am-7pm
#9 · Manito Hardware & Tire CenterManito
Mon-Fri 8am-5pm, Sat 8am-12pm
#10 · Hollister Home CenterMacomb
Monday - Friday: 9am - 5pm, Saturday: 10am - 3pm
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How we rank: every listing earns points for listed services
(key cutting, propane, tool rental, paint, lumber, farm supply, screen repair, small engine, sharpening, glass cutting, plumbing, fishing license),
posted hours, and working contact details. The ranking is recalculated with every data update.