Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Source for Hardware Supplies in Omaha
Founded in 1938, Ideal Hardware & Window Repair has served Omaha and surrounding areas as a family-owned business for over 85 years. Our team of professionals brings more than a century of combined experience in hardware construction, offering plumbing supplies, electrical materials, paint products, and specialized window and screen repair services. We prioritize quality, safety, and exceptional customer service, catering to homeowners, renters, and contractors with hard-to-find items and expert guidance. Our commitment to maintaining inventory tailored to local needs ensures we provide solutions for both everyday tasks and unique projects while upholding our reputation as neighborhood specialists. 
Services
Plumbing Supplies
Electrical Supplies
Paint Materials
Window Repair
Lawn Care
Details
- Year established: 1938
Highlights and features
- Family-owned since 1938 with 85+ years of local expertise
- Staff has 100+ combined years of hardware industry experience
- Specialize in hard-to-find hardware items and custom solutions
- Provide expert guidance without pushy sales tactics
- Offer same-day service for screen repair requests
What people say
Knowledgeable employees
Great guidance
Same-day service
Quality merchandise
Honest assessments
Services
Plumbing Supplies
We offer comprehensive plumbing supply solutions for residential and commercial projects. Our inventory includes pipes, fittings, valves, and fixtures to handle any plumbing need. With experienced staff available for product recommendations, we ensure you find the right components for your specific application while maintaining competitive pricing for both large-scale contractors and DIY homeowners.
Electrical Supplies
Our electrical department carries industrial-grade wiring, circuit breakers, outlets, and safety equipment for professional electricians and homeowners. Staff with decades of experience help customers select appropriate materials for their projects. We maintain stock of both standard components and specialty items to support efficient project completion while offering expert guidance for complex electrical requirements.
Window Repair
We specialize in repairing all window types including wood, metal, and combination units with custom sizing capabilities. Our technicians handle broken seals, damaged frames, and hardware replacement while offering screen repair options. We diagnose root causes of window issues like drafts or condensation to provide lasting solutions that improve energy efficiency and restore functionality for Omaha homeowners.
Paint Materials
We stock premium interior and exterior paints from trusted brands along with brushes, rollers, and application tools. Our color-matching experts create custom paint solutions for residential and commercial projects. The department offers specialty products like caulks, adhesives, and surface preparation materials while providing technical advice to ensure proper product selection for different surfaces and climates.
Lawn Care
Our lawn and garden section provides tools, equipment, and supplies for residential and professional landscaping needs. We carry lawnmowers, irrigation systems, gardening gloves, and planters to support yard maintenance and outdoor projects. Staff assist with equipment selection and provide advice on appropriate tools for different gardening applications while maintaining inventory of both common and specialty items.
Questions
What services does Ideal Hardware offer?
We provide plumbing supplies, electrical materials, paint products, window/screen repair, and lawn care items with expert guidance for homeowners and contractors.
How long has Ideal Hardware been in business?
Since 1938, making us Omaha's longest-operating family-owned hardware store with 85+ years of local experience.
Do you offer window repair services?
Yes, we repair all window types including custom sizes, with options for high-visibility, pet-resistant, and solar screens.
Can you help find hard-to-source hardware items?
Our staff specializes in locating unique products and will order items not in stock for customer needs.
What payment methods do you accept?
We accept major credit cards and cash payments at our Omaha location.
Reviews (6)
E. Sears
Sep 13, 2021
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I took my windows to have new glass installed also resealed. One was not done correctly so I took it back. With no hastle they resealed my window no questions asked. Carl and Kenny thanks so much for the great service your team has provided for over 20 years. Everyone was friendly and polite. I appriciate you all and again, thank you.
Matthew Jones
Aug 23, 2021
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Great hardware store! They make/repair storm windows. They carry a wide selection of hardware, electrical, and plumbing supplies.
Jay Kunz
Aug 11, 2021
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The guys that repair the screens there are great been going there for years they take good care of you
John Idyakunnel
Mar 11, 2021
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I went to this store to get a faucet adapter. Unfortunately they couldn't find one for me. But the gentleman at the store spent time trying to figure out what i needed and also helped me with leads to where i could get it from. I appreciate all the customer service help from this store and would try again for my future needs. Also would recommend this store for any hardware needs. Thanks!
Marjory Turro
Apr 26, 2020
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Great turnaround time. I ordered two storm windows at 3pm on Saturday and they were ready at 730 Monday morning. I dropped off two screens to be repaired right before closing on Tuesday and they were ready at 10am Wednesday.
Silas Voss
Jun 02, 2019
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Scott and Dale are great guys who are very knowledgeable about everything they carry. Awesome selection of plumbing parts, new and older styles. Worth taking a look if you need an odd part.
