Northern Tool + Equipment, a well-known company from Minnesota, has launched its first store in Alabama, choosing Hoover as its new home. The grand opening took place on Wednesday, marking a significant expansion for the retailer and providing Hoover residents with a new resource for tools, equipment, and automotive parts.
Located at 495 Southland Drive, strategically positioned at the southwest corner of Interstate 65 and U.S. 31, the 17,935-square-foot store is easily accessible. Its location across from the Waffle House ensures it’s a convenient stop for both local customers and those passing through the busy intersection. This prime spot is expected to draw in a steady stream of customers looking for quality tools and equipment, including a comprehensive selection of car parts and automotive accessories.
While Northern Tool + Equipment is widely recognized for its pressure washers, the Hoover store boasts an extensive inventory of over 7,500 different products. Customers will find everything from generators essential for power outages, to a vast array of hand tools and power tools for every project. Air tools, trailer components, material handling solutions, welding equipment, and small engines are also readily available. Importantly for automotive enthusiasts and repair professionals, the store features a dedicated section for automotive products and car parts, ensuring that whether you are performing routine maintenance or tackling a major repair, you’ll find the necessary components. This includes a variety of essential car parts, from filters and fluids to more specialized components, catering to a wide range of automotive needs.
Mark Taylor, Southern regional sales manager for Northern Tool + Equipment, based in Atlanta, expressed enthusiasm about the new Hoover location. “Hoover’s demographics are an excellent match for us. It’s a growing area with substantial traffic on the interstates and local roads, which we believe will greatly benefit the store,” Taylor stated. The strategic location in Hoover is not just about accessibility; it’s about tapping into a community that values quality tools and automotive solutions.
Before the Hoover opening, the nearest Northern Tool + Equipment stores were located in Jackson, Mississippi, and Marietta, Georgia. The Hoover store effectively bridges this gap, bringing the company’s product range closer to customers in Alabama and introducing the brand to a new market. Taylor hinted at further expansion within the state, suggesting that “three or four more stores in Alabama” could be on the horizon in the coming years, as Northern Tool + Equipment continues its growth trajectory across the Midwest and Texas.
The Hoover store represents the company’s 86th location and has created approximately 13 jobs in the local community. Northern Tool + Equipment now operates in 18 states, solidifying its presence across the South, Midwest, and beyond. This expansion underscores the company’s commitment to providing accessible, high-quality tools and equipment, including a growing selection of car parts, to a broad customer base.
A key differentiator for Northern Tool + Equipment is its in-house manufacturing capabilities. Many of their products are built at their 250,000-square-foot manufacturing facility in Faribault, Minnesota. This commitment to in-house production often translates to better quality control and unique product offerings. Adding further value for customers, the Hoover store includes a dedicated service center for product repairs, ensuring that customers can maintain their tools and equipment, including those essential car repair tools, effectively.
The Northern Tool + Equipment store in Hoover welcomes customers from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday through Saturday, and from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Sundays. Whether you are a professional mechanic, a DIY car enthusiast in need of specific car parts, or a homeowner looking for reliable tools and equipment, the new Hoover store is ready to serve your needs.
For more detailed information about Northern Tool + Equipment and their extensive product range, including their automotive and car parts selection, visit the company’s website.
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