New Caney - Porter | August 2025

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BY JOVANNA AGUILAR

Community Hardware has over 3,000 pipe sizes.

In addition to tools, the hardware store oers hundreds of avored sodas sourced from California.

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Community Hardware oers tools, unique nds Arlan Sorter said he has worn several hats at

Services the hardware store is known for include key cutting, pipe cutting and threading, and window and screen repair. The store also features a paint bar. “We try to have the items that people need,” Sorter said. “For instance, during the freeze, everybody’s pipes break. Well, having 200 ttings is not going to get you very far. So we’ve upped our order points on a lot of ttings.” What else? One of the more unique features at Community Hardware is a knife case, which remains stocked with 500 knives at a time, Sorter said. In addition, Community Hardware carries hundreds of avored sodas sourced from California as well as high-end wind chimes that range anywhere from $30-$600.

Community Hardware, where he has worked for his in-laws since 1985. After they retired in 2012, Sorter became the owner of the longstanding business. Whattheyoer Opened in 1972, Community Hardware has become a staple where locals can nd home improvement supplies—including garden, electrical and plumbing supplies—as well as hardware items like nails, screws and hinges. General Manager Mike Britton said the store’s typical customers include homeowners, business owners and contractors. “We’re so close to our customers that we will go to their funeral,” Sorter said. “Everyone’s got a special story and a special place in our heart.”

Community Hardware opened in New Caney in 1972.

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22480 Community Drive, New Caney www.doitbest.com/community-hardware

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