Trees are incredible, and there is no end to their benefits in our compounds. From increasing the property's value to creating a scenic environment and providing firewood, you can always think of a reason to love your tree more. However, no matter how attached you are to it, sometimes you need to take it down. But how do you cut down a tall tree by yourself? If you have … [Read more...] about How to Cut down a Tall Tree by yourself with a Chainsaw
How-Tos
How to replace a fuel line on a chainsaw
It is not uncommon for chainsaw fuel lines to clog or damage with time. Considering that these lines transport fuel to the carburetor directly from the tank, a damaged or clogged one can prevent the fuel from flowing. If this happens, you will need to replace the fuel lines, which takes at least 5minutes or less. Don't know how to replace a fuel line on a chainsaw? … [Read more...] about How to replace a fuel line on a chainsaw
How to Oil a Chainsaw
Routine maintenance is the key to extending your chainsaw’s lifespan and keep it running smoothly, just as it did when you first got it. One essential part of maintenance is the level of your bar and chain oil. And no, I’m not referring to the oil you mix with gas for gas model chainsaws. Read on to find out more. What you need to oil your chainsaw Here is a list of … [Read more...] about How to Oil a Chainsaw
How to Clean a Chainsaw with Tips and Tricks
Cleaning a chainsaw is a maintenance task that a lot of people tend to ignore. But it may surprise you how much dirt your chainsaw may carry underneath all those moving parts. Whether it's sap or grease and sawdust, these materials can prevent your chainsaw from running efficiently. But how do you know that it's time to clean your chainsaw? Here are some pointers. How to … [Read more...] about How to Clean a Chainsaw with Tips and Tricks
Cleaning Up Your Yard While Riding a Lawn Mower
The arrival of autumn is always a sight to behold. The climate becomes colder, and the leaves turn golden-orange, yet when they fall to the ground it turns into a nuisance. The leaves then become a lot of things: they serve as a shelter for pests, they cover the grass, therefore closing it off to sunlight, and promote the growth of fungi and other grass diseases. Other lawn … [Read more...] about Cleaning Up Your Yard While Riding a Lawn Mower
Fuel Issues with Your Lawn Mower: How to Keep Them from Happening
If you like to keep your lawn well-tended and the grass mowed regularly, then you are already familiar with dealing with gasoline. However, not storing and using the gasoline properly can damage your lawn mower's machinery beyond repair. So it is in your best interest to prevent this from happening. There are better ways to handle your lawn mower's fuel. There are fuel … [Read more...] about Fuel Issues with Your Lawn Mower: How to Keep Them from Happening
Transforming Your Garden Tractor into a Snowblower
You welcome the prospect of winter and what joy it brings, but you are dreading one thing that irks you to the highest degree: cleaning that pesky snow on your driveway. You already have a trusty snowblower that you use to combat the irksome snow, but it takes a toll on your frostbitten body and hardly gets the job done. You need something more powerful that would not be … [Read more...] about Transforming Your Garden Tractor into a Snowblower
How to Get Manuals for an Old Lawn Mower Model
Are you looking for the manual for your lawn mower? Instead of rummaging through all your belongings and turning the house upside down, why not try going online and look for a lawn mower manual library? All you need is the model number of your lawnmower. With just a click of the button, you get to see if someone has uploaded a copy of the manual or if you can get a … [Read more...] about How to Get Manuals for an Old Lawn Mower Model
Lawn Roller Guide To A Flat Lawn
Everyone at some time has experienced a bumpy lawn. Walking across an uneven lawn is like a potholed sidewalk. The main culprits are the seasonal change in temperature and dogs excavating holes. Whatever is behind a lumpy lawn, we can all agree, twisting your ankle is no fun. So how do you get your grass pool-table smooth? Rather than hand digging the lumps and filling … [Read more...] about Lawn Roller Guide To A Flat Lawn
How to Season Firewood for a Better Burn
More smoke than the heat coming from your fireplace, is a sign that your wood isn't well seasoned. Seasoning your firewood will not only make it burn better. But also, your chimneys will look cleaner. And more so, your home will no longer smell like a campfire. Fresh wood makes splitting more difficult. Plus, it adds to the creosote in the chimney which, causes chimney … [Read more...] about How to Season Firewood for a Better Burn
How to Power an RV Air Conditioner with a Generator
Summer heat can make even the jolliest of RV Campers cranky. Traveling in such conditions becomes difficult. And running for a shade is anyone’s best bet. It’s easy to imagine that the nights can get better and you could sleep well. But heat waves at night can get worse. That makes it impossible to have a goodnight's sleep. If only you had an air conditioner, then … [Read more...] about How to Power an RV Air Conditioner with a Generator
