About
ABOUT US
Mission Statement
K&K Hardware & Lumber LLC provides customers with quality service, goods, and advice for maintaining and enjoying their homes as well as the diversity to supply the products for their recreational pastimes.
Vision Statement
K&K Hardware & Lumber LLC comes to mind first when customers think of where to shop for quality goods, great service and fair prices.
Core Values
Integrity – Character matters, all the time
Award Winning Customer Service – Every customer, every time
Family Oriented – Providing a healthy balance of work and family
Community Focus – Each of us should have a positive impact on our community
MEETING THE CHALLENGE SINCE 1940
K&K Hardware's journey began in 1940 as K&K Electric Co., a small appliance store co-founded by Boyd Keller and Art Kurtz. When Mr. Kurtz headed to California, Boyd his wife Adeline took the reins --Boyd tackled the service work while Adeline ran the office, turning K&K into a true mom-and-pop shop.
By 1947, with a growing inventory of hardware and paint, K&K outgrew the space at 1540 State Street and moved to a larger location at 1719 State Street. This leap fueled even greater success.
In 1950, K&K welcomed new partners--George Broessel, Warren Border, and Gerald Stahle--and joined forced with Cotter & Company (now True Value), significantly boosting their buying power and solidifying their reputation.
By 1972, K&K had once again outgrown its space, leading to a move to 1818 Grant Street. With new departments, partners, and a dedicated team, K&K has been proudly serving our community ever since!
A FAMILY-OWNED BUSINESS
Just as everything evolves, so has K&K. In 1999, the store returned to its roots as a family-owned business when Boyd’s children, Don and Darlene, became the sole owners. In 2013, K&K transitioned from a partnership to an LLC, welcoming the third generation—Kortney, Casey, and Kristi—into ownership. With a balance of experience and fresh perspectives, K&K’s family legacy is in great hands.
At K&K, we believe the heart of a successful business lies in putting the customer first. Outstanding service is our passion and our promise, woven into the fabric of every team member. With thousands of items spread across 60,000 square feet, we know a vast inventory is only valuable if you can find exactly what you need.
That’s why our employees are experts not just in their own departments but across the entire store. We encourage our team to know the ins and outs of every aisle, so they can guide you straight to what you're looking for. We don’t just point you in the right direction—we walk with you, ensuring you're completely satisfied. And if one of us doesn’t have the answer, you can count on another friendly face nearby who does!
STOP IN AND SEE US!
Since its founding in 1940, K&K has been deeply involved in the community. We proudly sponsor youth sports including soccer, baseball, softball, and Challenger League. K&K also participates in local events such as Movies in the Park, the 4th of July Parade, and Be Downtown.
The Donation Committee, made up of team members, reviews numerous requests and helps with many of them. K&K is also proud to partner with groups such as Toys for Tots, Bettendorf Lions Club, the VFW, The Salvation Army, Handicapped Development Center, Girl Scouts, Boy Scouts, local schools and various youth programs.
It's been said that K&K seems to have more employees than customers at times. That's because there's always someone ready to assist! If an employee doesn't have an immediate answer, they know who to turn to for help. Questions are welcomed here; no one knows everything, but together the team can tackle nearly any inquiry.
Stop by anytime and experience the exceptional service and impressive inventory at K&K, where quality service comes at no extra cost!
