Matt & Blake's Fireworks

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Matt & Blake's Fireworks is a family-owned seasonal fireworks retailer in Stephenville, Texas, offering a wide range of consumer-grade fireworks for holidays and special events.

Stephenville, Texas, United States

About Matt & Blake's Fireworks

Matt & Blake's Fireworks is a locally owned fireworks retailer based in Stephenville, Texas. Operating seasonally, they specialize in consumer-grade fireworks such as aerial shells, fountains, roman candles, sparklers, and assortments for holidays like the Fourth of July and New Year’s, as well as local celebrations and events. The business is registered as Matt & Blake's Fireworks LLC and has been in operation for many years as a local retail operation.([mapquest.com](https://www.mapquest.com/us/texas/matt-blakes-fireworks-363109577?utm_source=openai))

A charge from this business generally appears when a customer purchases fireworks in person at their stand or retail location near Stephenville, TX. These are typically one‑time, seasonal purchases rather than ongoing subscriptions. Because fireworks stands often run under shortened or truncated register names, the descriptor may show up as something like “STEPHENVILLE FIREW” or similar wording that emphasizes the city and product rather than the full legal name of the business, which can make it less immediately recognizable on a card statement.

To verify the charge, customers should check their receipts from any recent fireworks purchases around the date of the transaction and confirm the amount and timing. If there are questions or disputes about the charge, contacting the phone number listed in the statement descriptor is usually the fastest way to reach the stand operator. Given the seasonal nature of the business, support is most available around major holidays when the stand is open; outside those periods, it may be helpful to look up Matt & Blake's Fireworks in local business directories or contact them through any listed phone numbers or social profiles to resolve billing issues or request copies of receipts.([mapquest.com](https://www.mapquest.com/us/texas/matt-blakes-fireworks-363109577?utm_source=openai))

Bank Statement Variations

1 known variations

These are the raw merchant codes that appear on bank and credit card statements that we've identified as belonging to Matt & Blake's Fireworks.

  1. IN *STEPHENVILLE FIREW 254-xxx1114 TX DEBIT CARD PURCHASE xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx8566

Frequently Asked Questions

Why does my statement show a charge from “STEPHENVILLE FIREW” or similar wording?

Many card processors shorten merchant names for space, so purchases at Matt & Blake's Fireworks may appear as a generic descriptor like “STEPHENVILLE FIREW” or another abbreviation that references Stephenville and fireworks rather than the full business name. If you bought fireworks near Stephenville around the transaction date, this is likely that purchase.

Is this a one-time purchase or a recurring subscription charge?

Matt & Blake's Fireworks operates as a seasonal retail fireworks stand, so charges are almost always one‑time in‑person purchases for fireworks. They do not typically run subscriptions or recurring billing plans, so repeated similar charges would usually reflect separate visits or multiple transactions, not an automatic subscription.

What are typical purchase amounts at Matt & Blake's Fireworks?

Common purchase amounts range from small impulse buys of $10–$30 for sparklers and small fountains to $50–$200 or more for larger assortments and aerial cakes. If your charge falls within that range and coincides with a recent fireworks purchase, it likely matches your in‑person transaction.

Can Matt & Blake's Fireworks place an authorization hold on my card?

Like most in‑person retailers, they may run a pre‑authorization when you pay by card, but this is usually for the exact purchase amount and converts to a final sale shortly after. If you see a pending amount that matches your receipt, it should settle within a few business days; if it does not, contact your card issuer for assistance.

How can I get a refund or resolve an incorrect fireworks charge?

First, locate your receipt and confirm the date and total. Then call the phone number shown in the statement descriptor or listed in local business directory entries for Matt & Blake's Fireworks to explain the issue. Because they are a small, seasonal retailer, resolving billing questions is usually handled directly by the owner or stand manager. If you cannot reach them or disagree with the outcome, you can also open a dispute with your card issuer.

How do I contact Matt & Blake's Fireworks about a charge when they’re not in season?

Outside major fireworks seasons, the physical stand may be closed, but the business is still registered locally. Use the phone number shown on your card statement or search for “Matt & Blake's Fireworks Stephenville TX” in online directories to find a contact number or mailing address. Leave a detailed message including your name, callback number, transaction date, and amount so they can return your call.

Will I receive an itemized receipt for my purchase?

In most cases, the stand provides a printed or electronic receipt that lists your fireworks items and total. Keep this receipt until your card charge posts so you can match the descriptor, date, and amount. If you need another copy for a dispute or reimbursement, contact the business with the exact date, approximate time, and amount of the purchase so they can attempt to look it up.

Could this charge be from another fireworks vendor in Stephenville?

Stephenville has multiple fireworks sellers, but Matt & Blake's Fireworks is one of the best‑known dedicated fireworks retailers in the area, and some processors use generic descriptors like “Stephenville Firew” for such stands. If you did not buy from Matt & Blake's but visited another fireworks tent nearby, the descriptor may still look similar; in that case, call the phone number on the statement or contact your card issuer to verify which stand processed the payment.

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