Open A New Store

Ace is unlike any other business or franchise opportunity in the world.

Invest in a Trusted Brand

What sets Ace Apart

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No Franchise Fees
No Royalty Fees

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You Own the Brand
Your Store and the Company

Our Accolades

Entrepreneur's Franchise 500

Entrepreneur's Franchise 500

#1 In our category Entrepreneur Magazine's 500 List

Entrepreneur's Franchise 500

Entrepreneur's Franchise 500

2022 Best of the Best Franchise

Franchise Direct

Franchise Direct

#9 on Franchise Direct Top 100 Global Franchises

Franchise Times

Franchise Times

#5 Franchise Times Top 500

J.D. Power

J.D. Power

Highest in Customer Satisfaction with Home Improvement Retail Stores, 15 out of 16 Years*

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The Investment

$650,000 - $1,000,000

(depending on store size)

Minimum Financial Requirements

$250,000

Unencumbered Cash

$400,000

Net worth

New Store Process

How to open an Ace Hardware?

1

Preview &
Qualification

Ace Values
Ace Culture
Exploration
Ace Convention

2

Market
Research

Market Identification
Site Selection
Sales Forecast
Proforma

3

New Store
Application

Franchise Disclosure
Document (FDD)
(where applicable)

4

Store
Development

Store Planning
Opening Stock Order
Store Set Up

5

Store
Opening

Store Opening
Grand Opening Event

Ace Team of 3 Support & Base Camp Training

Become an Ace Hardware store owner

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New Investor Stories

Learn from the New Investors that joined the Ace Family and the successes they've seen in their Ace Hardware stores.

Clouse Ace Hardware - Byron Clouse

Hendersonville Ace Hardware - Greg Yandell

Celina Ace Hardware - Dan Meyer

Ace of the South - Britt Wood

It's Working

Each Ace Hardware store competes differently depending on their situation. In most cases, Ace stores are able to compete with big boxes by offering a convenient hardware store experience with exceptional service.

Service

We can compete with big boxes with knowledgeable associates and the entrepreneurial spirit of its owners.

Convenience

Ace stores can be found right in the neighborhood and combine a quick, in-and-out shopping experience with fast checkout.

Quality

With top brands like Craftsman, Weber and STIHL, Ace Hardware stores offer the best brands in home improvement.

Our Results

10
years
in a row
of net new store growth
14
years
in a row
of increased transaction size

12
years
in a row
of increased same-store
sales and gross profit
15
out of 16
years
ranked "Highest in Customer
Satisfaction by J.D. Power*
Ace the helpful place

Lots of cool things
happening at Ace

We have a lot of great stories to share, and here you see a bunch of them.

Ace is the Place for Veterans

The International Franchising Association created VetFran in 1991 as an organization dedicated to providing U.S. veterans, and their spouses, access to franchising opportunities. Through VetFran, there are more than 5,400 veterans that have become franchise business owners since 2011.

VetFran

As a benefit for prospective Ace retailers who are also U.S. Veterans, Ace Hardware will waive its $5,000 application fee for qualified U.S. Veterans.

The Coolest Stores

Ace Hardware, the world's largest hardware cooperative, selects only a handful of Ace stores annually to receive this coveted...

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Ace Women In Retail

Ace Women in Retail is an opportunity for retailers to participate in an affinity group that shares ideas, hosts speakers relevant to the industry and business as well as network and connect with fellow retailers. The group continues to be highly recognized by participating retailers as beneficial.

The History of Ace

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OVER 5,600 STORES AND GROWING

The Ace
Family

Ace stores can be found around the world, from Indonesia to Nicaragua and Anchorage, Alaska to Miami, Florida. Ace stores deliver helpful service in more than 70+ countries and in all 50 states and are Globally Trusted and Locally Embraced.

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