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Grills Still Available in Port for Last Minute Shoppers
No need to leave town for your Fourth of July BBQ equipment.
If you're still looking for a grill this holiday weekend, there's no reason to leave town. Whether you seek a top-of-the-line model, a simple hibachi, or a propane refill there are plenty of options in Port Washington.
Port residents like shopping locally for the convenience and the ability to save on time and gas. They also shop in town for the personal service. A grill can run anywhere from $10.99 for a steel hibachi or as much as $2,300 for a six-burner propane Weber Summit model with all the bells and whistles.
At Shields Hardware, owner Patti Shields walks customers through the variety of grills, sharing her knowledge and a smile. "The first thing I'll ask you is what type of grill you have," Shields said. The store offers propane refills for less than $28, and also a home barbecue tuneup service.
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Visitors to Alper's True Value Hardware, approaching 100 years in business, will also find a wide selection of grills. When Manager Mark Novick was asked why people choose Alper's over the big box stores, he said, "Not everybody services barbecues like we do." The store offers at-home tuneups and free grill delivery. Other services include attaching the grill to a home gas line.
Ace Hardware and King Kullen offer a variety of options, too, from hibachis to portable table tops to larger models. So, whether you're looking last minute for a portable charcoal grill or colossal propane guzzler, it's easy to support local businesses and find a grill to meet your budget.
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Store locations & hours:
Shields Hardware - 267 Main St.
Open Saturday 8 a.m. - 6 p.m. Sunday 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. Open Monday 8 a.m. Phone: (516) 767-0300
Alper's True Value Hardware – 81 Main St.
Open Saturday 8 a.m. - 6 p.m. Closed Sunday. Monday 8 a.m. - 1 p.m. Phone: (516) 767-0508
Ace Hardware – 20 Shore Rd.
Open Saturday 8 a.m. - 6 p.m. Sunday 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Monday 8 a.m. - 7 p.m. Phone: (516) 944-1757
King Kullen – 3 Shore Rd.
Open Saturday 7 a.m. - 12 a.m. Sunday 7 a.m. - 9 a.m. Monday 7 a.m. - 9 p.m. Phone: (516) 883-9733
