Getting Your Lawn Mower Blades for Summer Summer is the season of lawn maintenance, and everyone likes to look outside and see a pristine green carpet. Mowing your lawn is the first step in having a manicured yard, and having a well-sharpened blade is the most important component of any lawnmower. As they pass over the…
Maintenance
Get Ready For Furnace Season With A Maintenance Checkup
The health of your HVAC system – and that of your family – depends on you. All types of dust and allergens get trapped in your HVAC system’s filter. We all know it’s important to change the filters often, but what about all of the other maintenance items? Do you have a good checklist for…
How to Safely Clean Gutters
Fall is a beautiful and colorful time of the year. Unfortunately, those beautiful colors inevitably clog up our gutters in the spring. We know that no one wants to do it, but eventually, you have to. Clearing debris from your gutters prevents water buildup and possible damage to your roof and gutters. Below, you can…
Uses for A Leaf Blower Throughout the Year
Your leaf blower is not just for the fall. Your leaf blower is very useful at cleaning up the yard in the autumn, but did you know that you don’t have to keep it in the garage the rest of the year? From finishing household tasks to making fun toys (yes, really), there are several uses for…
Grill Maintenance Tips
Autumn has officially arrived, and winter isn’t too far behind. Along with preparing your home for the changes in weather, your grill needs a little extra TLC as well. Whether you’re a year-round outdoor chef or you plan on storing your grill during winter, here are a few grill maintenance tips that will help you…
Buying Guide: How To Choose A Generator
Generators let you carry on with life when the power fails. They also allow you to bring power to remote areas for work and play. Use this guide as a generator checklist as you compare models, features and benefits to find the right equipment for your needs. Uses and Applications Generators supply power when and…
How To Choose The Right Drain Cleaning Tool
Many people pay no attention to the drains in their homes until something goes wrong. More than just a stopper at the bottom of your sink or tub, a drain serves a very important purpose in whisking away the water from your home through the plumbing system. Backed up toilets, sinks that are slow to…
How to Select a Water Pump
When you need to move water from one location to another, the power equipment you need is a water pump. The types of pump you choose will determine what you can use it for. You may be able to remove water and debris from a flooded basement, pump water into your home from your well…
How to Choose Snow Removal Equipment
If you live or work in a climate that regularly experiences snowfall, you need to make sure that you have the best snow removal equipment and snow blowers that you can find. The ability to clear snow from walkways, roads and other spaces lets you work without hindrance or make it to the store for vital…
How To Winterize Outdoor Power Equipment
If you live in an area where the temperature can drop below freezing in the winter months, you need to take steps to protect your outdoor power equipment. Taking care of your tools is simple once you know how, and few hours of preparation now can help you to enjoy continued performance for years to…