If you have a small concrete job that needs to get done, such as repairing a portion of your private sidewalk, renting an electric mixer can be a good way to go. Here are the steps you need to take to use one:Get familiar with the machineBeing as how you likely rented this machine, make sure you...
If you’re chronically running into your garden, fence or a tree with your lawn mower just to get to the grass, it has probably sustained a lot of damage and left a lot of grass untouched. To avoid these problems, owning or renting a weed eater can help you. Here are some tips for effectively weed...
Sometimes you may just get sick of swinging that heavy axe when you’re trying to make your firewood. You may be thinking that there has to be a better option. Well there is. Renting a log splitter is a good option to save time and effort. When you do get it, here are the steps you need to take to...
Sharp objects and falling tree branches above your head can be a recipe for disaster unless proper safety precautions are used. Here are the ways to stay safe while operating a pole chain saw:The basicsThe first thing to do is wear your typical safety equipment. This includes a hard hat, safety...
Climbing a ladder to try and cut branches is a hazardous task and with the invention of the pole saw, completely unnecessary. To avoid the ladder and be happily standing on the ground, here is how to cut a branch with a pole saw:1) Be safeBefore you start, as with any saw, make sure you are wearing...
Leaf blowing can be an excellent alternative to trying to rake or sweep up leaves. Based on the amount of raking you need to do, renting or owning a leaf blower could be an option that you may want to consider. If you do decide to get one, or you already have it, here are four tips for its use:Dry...
