Mayo hardware business scoops Store of the Year award

KEAN’S Homevalue in Claremorris took home the overall and highly coveted United In Excellence Store of the Year award at the United in Excellence Awards, beating competition from over 200 other exceptional stores in the process.

Hardware and builders merchant stores from around the country have been honoured for achieving exceptional standards in retailing at United Hardware’s annual awards ceremony, hosted by mentalist Keith Barry at Lyrath Estate, Co. Kilkenny.

Kean's is a family-owned retail business which has served the Claremorris community for over 230 years.

The store has recently undergone an expansion following significant investment to offer an even broader range of products and services to the community.

Kean’s Homevalue also took home awards for Best Regional Store in Connacht, Best Paint Store in Connacht, Best Light Hardware Store in Connacht, and Best Overall Garden Centre.

Said Paul Candon, Group CEO of United Hardware: “The United in Excellence Awards recognise and celebrate outstanding standards and customer service across the hardware industry. I extend my sincere congratulations to all the winners and nominees for their accomplishments, particularly this year’s overall winner, Kean's Homevalue. They have made significant investments in their store standards, demonstrating an unwavering commitment to excellence, which makes them truly deserving of this accolade.”