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FOSTER FARRAR CO & TRUE VALUE

Lamp Repair, Hardware & Home Improvement Stores

Reviews

4.47 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
86%
4
0%
3
0%
2
0%
1
14%


Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.4
value
4.9
professionalism
4.4
responsiveness
4.4
punctuality
4.8
Showing 1-7 of 7 reviews

sheldon G.
05/2016
5.0
lamp repair
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: repaired floor lamp

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$14

Michael D.
05/2016
5.0
lamp repair
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: Repair and rewiring of an antique lamp. Excellent job.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$20

Carol A B D.
09/2014
5.0
lamp repair
  + -1 more
I found them on Angie's List. They were good. He was knowledgeable. He knew what he can do and what he can't do. The time was really quick. What he did for me was done really well and I don't know how to improve on something that is so individual as repairing a lamp. He did a good job.
Description of Work: They repaired the lamp.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$8

Irene S.
05/2013
5.0
lamp repair
  + -1 more
The price was very reasonable.
Description of Work: I used Foster Farrar Co & True Value for lamp repair services. They rescued an old family lamp.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Siobhan S.
05/2013
5.0
home improvement stores, lamp repair
  + 0 more
I had 2 antique lamps, and was a little nervous about leaving them. I was reassured and every detail about the repairs were explained to me. I got a phone call when they were ready, and I was very happy with the results. I highly recommend their lamp repair service.
Description of Work: I had 2 old lamps, one needed a new switch and the other needed rewiring. Barry went over the details with me, and I felt reassured. I was very pleased with the finished job and would definitely return.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$38

Mike L.
03/2013
5.0
lamp repair
  + -1 more
They had fair and prompt service.
Description of Work: Foster Farrar Co & True Value repaired a lamp for me.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
4.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$15

Sam W.
07/2011
1.0
home improvement stores
  + -1 more
I bought a $300. Poulan Pro lawnmower there three weeks ago. It mowed the lawn once and now won't even start. There was a time when Foster Farrah would come out and fix things like this. A time they stood behind their products. No more. I was told to bring it in (they wouldn't come out like Foster Farrar always used to) and if there were defective parts Poulan would reimburse them for the parts, but that labor was not reimbursed by Poulan so I will have to pay for labor. Again, I bought this lawnmower three weeks ago! After Drew, the lawnmower guy gave me that news, I asked to speak to the owner. Paul came on the line, told me that was the best he could do, and if I am unhappy to take it up with Poulan. I explained my reasons for shopping at his store, and explained that I have no relationship with Poulan, just with him. I also explained that Massachusetts Consumer Law (and common sense) says that there is an implied warrantee that supersedes every other policy and simply states that a product must do what it is intended to do for a reasonable period of time, or the merchant must fix the product, or refund the purchase, at the consumer's choice.Had I been there rather than on the phone, I could have seen Paul shrug his shoulders as he reiterated what he had said previously and refused to stand behind the product he sold. Bye bye, Foster Farrar.
Description of Work: I always try to shop local instead of the big box stores. It's better for the local economy, and the level of service is usually worth the little more that it sometimes cost. And since I was a kid (40+ years ago) Foster Farrar was a dependable, local business that consistently provided selection and exceptional service. But my current situation with a purchase of a lawnmower from Foster Farrar a few weeks ago is making me re-think whether shopping local is such a good thing. It's certainly not like it once was at Foster Farrar.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
1.0
value
4.0
professionalism
1.0
responsiveness
1.0

$300

    Contact information

    145 KING ST, Northampton, MA 01060


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    Service Categories

    Lamp Repair,
    Hardware & Home Improvement Stores

    FAQ

    FOSTER FARRAR CO & TRUE VALUE is currently rated 4.4 overall out of 5.
    No, FOSTER FARRAR CO & TRUE VALUE does not offer free project estimates.
    No, FOSTER FARRAR CO & TRUE VALUE does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.
    No, FOSTER FARRAR CO & TRUE VALUE does not offer a senior discount.
    No, FOSTER FARRAR CO & TRUE VALUE does not offer emergency services.
    No, FOSTER FARRAR CO & TRUE VALUE does not offer warranties.

    Contact information

    145 KING ST, Northampton, MA 01060