Proudly serving the Pembroke community for over 50 years, Pembroke Hardware's core philosophy has been to provide its customers with exceptional quality and superior customer service. Founder Curt Locklear envisioned a neighborhood hardware store where high quality merchandise and personal attention would be top priority . After serving his country in WWII and receiving his degree from Pembroke State College, he set about making his “American Dream” a reality.

Mr. Locklear said, "At that time, you either taught or worked in agriculture, but I liked carpentry- so I got my tools and went to Fort Bragg." After stints in teaching and insurance sales, the hardware business would begin in the next few years as a family effort between Curt and his brother Monroe Lowry, an electrician. In 1960, they set up shop in Pembroke Hardware, then owned by Mr. Bernie Locklear. As he likes to say about the early days in the hardware business, “I was never discouraged - if I sold one pound of eight-penny nails for ten cents, I was happy and have been extremely happy since. I found Utopia."

Three years after starting the hardware, he and Monroe received an offer to buy the grocery building owned by the Rev. John L. Locklear. They accepted and moved their operation to the location on Main Street in Pembroke. The partnership was dissolved in 1973 when Monroe decided to devote himself full-time to his electrical business. This left Mr. Curt and wife Catherine the sole owners of Pembroke Hardware.

As it prospered, they expanded into several adjoining buildings and added extensions, including Pembroke Building Supply in 2000. Everyone knows that behind every successful man is a great woman. Sharing the ups and downs of the business has been Catherine, Curt's devoted wife of 63 years. In earlier years “Mrs. Cat” did secretarial work for the business and established an extensive house wares department. Part of the hardware family traditions included wrapping Christmas presents, delivering sales flyers and preparing the annual inventory - with the couple’s nine children sharing in the efforts.

Today, daughter Janice and sons Milton, Stephen, and Lindsey take pride in running the business their father worked so hard to establish. Another milestone was celebrated in September 2005 when ground was broken for a new facility - with the grand opening following in October 2006. The new and improved Pembroke Hardware Company, Inc. includes over 120,000 square feet of retail and warehouse footage as well as four acres of yard products. For the future, Pembroke True Value's family can only see a bright successful continuation of what Mr. Curt Locklear established so long ago. As the locals say, “If you can’t find it anywhere else, go to Curt’s, they've got it!”

Pembroke Hardware a Best Hardware Store Winner

The Best Hardware Store In Town award recognizes TrueValue retailers who exemplify successful retailing. Stores are nominated by a peer or retail manager and go through a series of selection processes until regional managers narrow down the top candidates. Mystery shoppers visit each selected store to gain a customer's perspective. Stores are also evaluated based on physical appearance, product selection, competitive pricing, promotional sales and customer assistance. Pembroke Hardware was named the top TrueValue hardware in the southeastern United States for the year of 2009.

Appliances

For a wide selection of quality brand name appliances at affordable prices you can count on Pembroke Hardware. Newer energy efficient appliances can help reduce your energy bills while updating your kitchen or laundry room with the latest product features and styles. We carry all the major appliances you need for your entire home from name brand companies like GE, Frigidaire, & Speed Queen. You will find a variety of the latest model refrigerators, ovens, stoves, cook tops, range hoods, microwaves, and washers and dryers on display. We stock all the current colors and stainless steel, as well as many accessories to keep your appliances running 24/7. Delivery and installation of all major appliances is available as well as layaway & financing options. Stop by and see us today!

Hardware

From adhesives to zebra duck tape, you'll find all the hardware and accessories you need for your DIY projectshere at Pembroke Hardware. Choose from our wide selection of door locks & hardware, house numbers, mailboxes, cabinet knobs & pulls, nails and fasteners and much more. Enjoy peace of mind by protecting your home & family with home safety & security items such as smoke detectors, locks & digital safes. We have it all - from A to Z. Commercial and residential applications range from drywall & sheet metal screws to picture hangers. We also carry mobile home hardware and a full line of Hillman Ag; featuring ball joints, bushings, linch pins, cotter pins & much more! Even the most seasoned homeowners and hardware enthusiasts need help with certain projects. The experts at Pembroke Hardware are your neighborhood home improvement partners. They’ve probably been in your shoes, working on the same project.

Housewares

A clean & organized home is a happy home. And Pembroke Hardware can help. If you want to store it, clean it, cook it, bake it, or even add some decor to it, we have it all. Join the masons to preserve your harvest. Or use the jars for a myriad of craft projects. We also have freezing supplies. Pots and pans to cook up a meal. Cookie sheets, muffin tips or baking dishes for dessert. Plus measuring cups & bowls. Don't let a bite of your delicious meal go to waste. After the feast comes the cleanup. We'll help with dish drainers, pans, sponges and soap. From floor to ceiling, bathroom to kitchen, we have everything you need to get it squeaky clean. We also carry the best selling commercial cleaning brand Zep, a favorite of all our customers, for both commercial and home cleaning! Keep your house spotless with mops and buckets. Brooms and brushes. Squeegees and scrubbers. On a worksite or in the kitchen - the right tools matter. Find storage pieces in all shapes and sizes.

Lawn & Garden

Whatever your space, we have the tools and accessories you need to create the ultimate outdoor environment. We offer a wide range of lawn and garden options for any season and any reason. Discover the products you need for pest control, watering and fertilizing your garden, and everything in between. Shop our collection of products and ideas to inspire your outdoor projects, including lawn decor, grills, patio furniture, flags & mailbox covers and more. A successful landscape project begins with the right equipment. At Pembroke Hardware, expand your inventory and capabilities with garden carts, wheelbarrows, a huge assortment of implements, garden workwear and other necessities that can turn yard work into a rewarding hobby. Before you leave, be sure and stop by our Garden Center for the season’s latest in trees, shrubs, plants & flowers.

Lighting & Electrical

Pembroke Hardware is your connection for everything electrical. We will help you find all the right products, and you can get professional advice to make sure that your project is completed correctly and safely.Our wide selection includes all the famous brands you know and trust like Carlon, Duracell, GE, Phillips, Square-D, Sylvania, Westinghouse and more. We stock a wide assortment of electrical products for modernizing the connections that power your home. We have electrical tools, wiring, fittings, adapters and many other products that serious electrical projects require. You can also find telephones, doorbells, flashlights and weatherproof items that enhance your everyday living. So whether you are looking for new products for everyday use or preparing for an electrical project, shop with us for the greatest selection and quality.

Paint

Quality supplies and the right techniques add value and charm to your home's exterior and interior rooms. Pembroke Hardware is committed to getting you there with extension or step ladders, paint additives and many other home improvement supplies as well as professional applications that work the way you do. During each step of the painting process - from color selection and painting preparation to final clean up, we are your committed partner in home repair and maintenance. Shop with us today to explore the painting supplies and accessories needed for unlocking your creative side and the potential of your living spaces. In the event you need help advancing your project, meet with our department associates for additional guidance or stop by our painting guide for exterior and interior paint color ideas. These resources can show you painting supplies and offer advice on painting or staining projects.

Plumbing & Heating

Plumbing is one of your home’s main infrastructures- incorporated into almost every room of your house. Pembroke Hardware will prepare you for a plumbing job of any size. From basic projects like installing a new faucet, water filter or opening a clogged drain; to a bit more complex project like replacing a water heater, or sump pump, we're here to help. Visit department head Eric Locklear for questions & advice for all your plumbing needs. He can also recommend local plumbers for jobs and emergency responses.

Rental

When planning a do-it-yourself project, party or event, turn to us for what you need to make it successful. Consider us your weekend project headquarters. We have the tools for your success, along with quality equipment like lawn aerators, tillers, pressure washers and floor sanders. And if the occasion calls for a celebration, put tables, chairs and tents on your guest list. We even have backyard inflatables, cotton candy machines and popcorn machines to really get the party started! Remember, at True Value Rental you can always…Buy what you want, rent what you need.

Tools

Here are the tools that get passed down from father to son...or daughter. Whether you're a weekend warrior or a professional by trade, Pembroke Hardware has the quality tools to fit your needs and your budget. We stock a huge selection of hand and power tools for a wide range of applications. As your home improvement neighbor, Pembroke Hardware connects you with quality products from the industry's most trusted names. We carry a full range of power tools & accessories from the #1 Selling Brand DEWALT as well as products from Makita, Fein, Milwaukee & TrueValue's own Master Mechanic. Make clean-up a breeze with Shop-Vac units. Add precision and consistency to your projects with drill bits. Power your everyday tools with an air compressor that harnesses and directs consistent airflow. And safety is always top priority. We've got you covered with our wide selection of safety goggles, respirators, hardhats & safety vests, T-shirts & jackets.

Sporting Goods

Throughout the year, spending time outdoors is a great way to give you and your family a breath of fresh air while keeping everyone healthy and happy. From enjoying lawn games and fishing & camping in the summer months to hoping for winter snow so the children can break out the sleds, we have the gear & supplies you need to enjoy the beauty Mother Nature provides. Shop sporting goods to spice up your outdoor fun including bicycles, air guns & corn hole sets or more functional items to aid your outdoor recreational activities like work bibs, pocketknives & hand and toe warmers. Hunting enthusiasts can select from our extensive ammo line as well as stock up on hunting vests, hats and other gear & supplies to make their hunting trip successful. Don’t forget safety and security measures upon your return home. We stock gun safes in many sizes for the safekeeping of your firearms and ammunition.

Workwear &. Casual Attire

Our workwear department features trusted brands such as Carhartt, John Deere & Georgia Boots. We offer a 90 day Layaway. Don’t see what you want? Let us special order it for you!

Cabinetry Assembly & Installation

We offer professional cabinetry assembly & installation.

Garden Center

Our knowledgeable Garden Center staff is passionate about flora and dedicated to providing you with the highest quality plant material and customer service in Pembroke & surrounding areas. In addition to carrying a wide assortment of annuals, perennials, trees & shrubs we also sell loose & bagged mulch, pine & wheat straw, hay as well as several styles and colors of landscaping pavers and edgers. Our seasonal offerings from Bonnie Plants include herbs, vegetables & organic varieties, and all of their products are planted in biodegradable pots. And don't forget your seeds! If you're looking for the very highest-quality vegetable and flower seeds at the best prices anywhere, shop our selection!

Curt's Shop

We carefully select the products we stock to ensure we only sell products that are built to last from the best names in the business like Stihl, Bobcat, Husqvarna, Redmax & more! From riding and walk-behind mowers to blowers, trimmers, and edgers to chainsaws, pole saws and chipper shredders to generators, pumps and pressure washers … we have the best selection of equipment & accessories in the Pembroke area! Plus, we service what we sell! As an authorized dealer and warranty service center you can be assured that your equipment is serviced correctly by certified technicians. We intend to have a long term relationship with our customers so we must and we do stand behind the products we sell.Looking for 0% financing? Call our friendly sales staff or you can complete an online loan application. We work with Husqvarna's Synchrony financial and Sheffield Financial. Please let us know if you have any questions.

Brands we work on

Stihl, Bob-Cat, Kawasaki, Kohler, MTD, Poulan, Briggs & Stratton, Troy Built, Toro, RedMax, Husqvarna, BigDog, Generac, Jonsered

We sell

Push Mowers, Zero Turn Mowers, String Trimmers, Edgers, Hedge Trimmers, Blowers, Generators, Chain Saws

Pool Supplies

Stop by our pool shop today and explore our diverse product mix of swimming pool parts, supplies & equipment. We stock pool chemicals, filters, cleaners, slides, vacuums, pool covers, heaters, pumps, parts, pool accessories and replacement liners. We also sell complete above ground pool packages in a variety of shapes and sizes & can even help you find a local installer. From start to finish, we've got you covered! So whether you are an industry professional or simply buying for your backyard pool we can help you find the products/services you're looking for! We offer low prices, great value and professional service. Guaranteed! Call us today for your free quote on your new above ground pool!