About Valley Ace Hardware

Here for You, Here for the Valley

Serving the Wet Mountain Valley since 1885

Our History
Falkenburg Valley Ace

Our History

As the area flooded with gold and silver mining in the 1800’s, we began as a blacksmith and wheelwright shop serving the mining communities of the Sangre de Cristo and Sierra Mojado mountains of south-central Colorado. As the mines slowed down, our beautiful valley grew into a ranching community, and we changed to serve the needs of the ranchers and cattlemen.

Originally located on Main Street in the buildings now known as Chappy’s and the Brookwood Gallery, the hardware store soon outgrew its space and needed a larger facility. In the late ‘90s, Paul & Hope Wenke built our current 30,000-square-foot facility, complete with an indoor lumber yard, contractor center, rental and service center, and specialized support for custom home builders. This expansion allows us to provide the tools, materials, and expert guidance needed for building and crafting unique homes across the Wet Mountain Valley.

We pride ourselves on having a wide variety of inventory to serve ranchers, homeowners, home builders, small contractors, do-it-yourselfers, pet owners, and equestrian and outdoor enthusiasts. We will continue to stay focused on meeting your needs and we will maintain the same level of service that has sustained us since 1885.

We exist to serve this community to help shape the future

Our Mission

Our Mission

Our community is the core of our business and everything we do pivots on that truth. Through our knowledgeable associates, quality products, and amazing customer service, we provide an unforgettable experience and create opportunities to support the community.

Core Values

Commitment to Customer Service

Providing exceptional service with a friendly smile and expert advice.

Integrity

Upholding the highest ethical standards in all our business practices.

Wow! Factor

Exceeding expectations with outstanding products and exceptional service.

Rewarding

Creating a satisfying and beneficial experience for customers and employees.

Positive & Supportive

Fostering a warm and uplifting atmosphere for everyone.

Staff Development

Train them so they can leave, but treat them so they’ll stay.

Meet Our Team

Sarah

Sarah Handy

Store Manager & Owner
As Co-owner and Store Manager, Sarah is passionate about creating a welcoming space where neighbors can find what they need and feel part of the Valley Ace family.
Jeremy

Jeremy Handy

Store Manager & Owner
Jeremy, Co-owner and Store Manager, loves connecting with customers and ensuring Valley Ace Hardware is a trusted resource for the community.
Marvin

Marvin Angleton

Office Administrator
Marvin keeps the store running smoothly as Office Administrator, always ready to assist the team and support our commitment to excellent service.
Sean Business Expert

Sean Pena

Business Account Manager
Sean is our Business Account Manager, dedicated to helping local businesses succeed with personalized solutions and a friendly smile.
Andi

Andi Tunison

Promotions Coordinator
Andi brings creativity and heart to Valley Ace as Promotions Coordinator, planning events and special deals to serve our community.
Michael

Michael Bacca

Rental & Services Manager
Michael leads Rentals & Services, making sure every customer has the tools and support they need to take on their next big project with confidence.
Monique Reed HR Administrator

Monique Reed

HR Administrator
Monique, our HR Administrator, is dedicated to taking care of the team so we can take great care of our customers.
Kimberly

Kimberly Butcher

Head Cashier
Kimberly, our friendly Head Cashier, is the smiling face at checkout, ensuring every visit to Valley Ace ends on a high note.
John

John Swartley

Lumberyard Manager
John manages the Lumberyard with a neighborly approach, helping customers find the right materials to bring their building projects to life.
Chloe

Chloe McCalla

Marketing Coordinator
Chloe, our Marketing Coordinator, shares the latest news, events, and inspiration to keep the Valley Ace and Westcliffe community connected and thriving.

Join Our Team and Make a Difference

At Valley Ace Hardware, our team is committed to Excellence and to giving every customer an amazing experience every time they shop with us. Ace Helpful is unrivaled in our industry with friendly, attentive, and personable associates taking a real interest in helping our customers to find what they need and get everything they need for their project in one trip. Our focus is on building trust with our customers and letting each customer know how much they’re valued with each visit to Valley Ace Hardware. Valley Ace Hardware is independently, and locally owned. We’re not just a hardware store. Our vision and our mission are based on developing our community and our staff. We provide intensive associate training as well as in-depth product training.
Valley Ace Hardware Employees

Benefits at Valley Ace Hardware

We are proud to offer a variety of benefits to our team at Valley Ace Hardware.
Join our Team
Employee Discounts
Employee Discount
Holidays
Holidays
Life Insurance
Life Insurance
Company-Matched 401K
Company-Matched 401K
Vacation Time
Vacation Time
Medical Insurance
Medical Insurance
AD&D
AD&D
Long-Term Disability
Long-Term Disability
Community Involvement

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Since 1885, we’ve been a part of the Wet Mountain Valley community.
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