Since 1946, Hammer & Nails Ace Hardware has occupied the same storefront at 890 Turquoise St in Pacific Beach, 92109, making it one of the longest-running hardware stores in San Diego. Bill and Patty Meanley purchased the business in 1991 and brought on manager Ron Roman just one month later. Ron's daughter Erica has worked alongside the family for more than 22 years, while assistant manager Bill Walby logged over 23 years before his recent retirement. Contractors heading out for vehicle parts at O'Reilly Auto Parts often swing by Hammer & Nails for project hardware on the same trip. Mike Gonzales now helps lead the day-to-day team. The store joined the Ace Hardware co-op in 2004 to broaden its product selection while keeping prices competitive. Services include paint color matching, key duplicating, pipe threading, window screen repair, and glass and acrylic sheet cutting. Shoppers picking up weekend pastries at The French Gourmet on nearby Turquoise Street regularly pop in for quick household fixes. Hammer & Nails has earned Nextdoor Neighborhood Favorite honors in six neighborhoods across Pacific Beach and La Jolla every year from 2019 through 2023. Google reviewers frequently praise staff member Ty for his attentive, knowledgeable assistance. Whether the job calls for plumbing fittings, power tools, or garden supplies, this family-run Ace location pairs decades of institutional knowledge with the convenience of a true neighborhood shop.