DO-It-Best-Hardware

This is my go-​to hardware store. I always receive the friendliest service and it’s easy to get to and navigate through the aisles. The prices are comparable to other hardware stores and you can purchase items online and pick up in the store. If they don’t have an item, they’ll order it so you can pick it up. The employees are very helpful and knowledgeable. There is a HUGE difference between shopping here and somewhere like Menards/​Lowes.
They provide a 15% discount if you show your iCard!

This is almost worth a trip to Champaign. So well stocked, I’ve never seen a better collection. I was helping my son fix his frat room, older gentleman cut a pipe and board for me. Low-​keyed, extraordinarily well stocked, highly organized, very clean, good prices. Thought it was just a paint store from the signage. Pleasant surprise.

I always end up here because it is close to work and I dislike having to go out of my way, (Farm and Fleet or North Prospect area). That said, I always find what I need. They have expanded a little with garden tool rentals. They have a great selection of plants for summer, it extends out into the parking lot. Their prices are not far off the big box stores.

This is my go-​to hardware store. It’s close to my house and I don’t have to battle the traffic on North Prospect to get to the big stores. I can get in and out in a short amount of time.
What really sets this store apart from other hardware stores is their employees. I have ALWAYS been able to get assistance when I need it without having to wait a long time or wander around for 15 minutes before finding someone (common at the «other» big stores on N. Prospect). The other great thing is that they don’t employ a bunch of college kids that don’t know squat about home projects. Many of their employees are older and really know their stuff and happy to answer your questions.
This is a small store when you compare it to the other big-​box stores so they don’t have a HUGE selection of items. However, they will most likely be able to provide you with what you need. They have quality items and are always happy to help.

I went to Do-​It-​Best today for the first time. I usually go to Farm and Fleet out on Cunningham Ave when I need tools and hardware, but I was in a hurry, and Do-​It-​Best is closer to my house.
I expected Do-​It-​Best to be small, stuffy, and overpriced. After all, it’s a neighborhood hardware store, not a big-​box store like Menards. I was wrong! Do-​It-​Best has friendly, helpful staff, but they offer a Menards-​like selection of parts and tools.
Also, if you’re a student, just show your UIUC ID (I-​card) for a 15% discount off of their already cheap prices!