As the temperatures drop and winter approaches, it’s crucial to prepare your home for the cold months ahead. For contractors and DIY enthusiasts alike, winterizing a home is about ensuring it stays warm, efficient, and protected from the elements. Whether you’re getting your own home ready or...
Power raking, also known as dethatching, is a great way to improve the healthiness and look of your lawn. Similar to aerating your lawn, power raking your lawn can improve water and nutrient flow to the roots and stimulate new growth in your lawn. Power raking accomplishes this goal by raking up...
It’s kind of like your mom telling you not to put your hand on a hot burner or your dad telling you not to jump into the alligator pit, but knowing safety is important in any aspect of dealing with equipment. It may seem obvious but being safe when using a power washer isn’t any different. 1) The...
Nothing beats getting outside and cutting your own grass. I think most people would agree that there’s just something enjoyable about creating fresh trails of cut grass and watching your shoes turn green. If you feel this way, then take a dive and keep reading. People put a lot of time and effort...
Every homeowner wants their home to look its best, and there are plenty of easy, effective projects you can tackle over a summer weekend to spruce up your home. These quick projects are ideal for the July 4th weekend or any long weekend when you want your home to shine. Why Do Summer Weekend...
Memorial Day is known as the kickoff of summer fun. Campgrounds, amusement parks and beaches all typically mark the long weekend as their season’s opening. If you find yourself staying home during Memorial Day weekend, there’s another thing the holiday weekend is known to kickoff which might be...
Looking to do a little spring cleaning? When it comes to washing away dirt and grime, few tools are as useful and versatile as a pressure washer. After a long winter, it may seem a bit overwhelming to look out onto your deck, patio, or driveway and see the layers of buildup left behind. Renting a...
Spring is arriving everywhere, which means it’s time to start all preparations for the warm weather to come. During the colder months, a lot of the tools and equipment that’s used during the spring and summer is neglected for a long period of time. However, the beginning of spring is the perfect...
Sanding your floor can be a moderately difficult task but also one that reinvigorates even some of the most weathered floors. Here are the 7 steps you need to take to sand your floors:1) Gather the equipmentFor this particular task you will need some very specific equipment for this task. Renting...
Whether you are planning a casual party, a large formal dinner, a festive gathering, or a combination of all three during the holidays, it can be helpful to finish DIY home projects before holiday company arrives. These easy projects can make a big difference to welcoming guests, presenting your...
We know that you’ve been caring for your grass all throughout the summer and at this point looking after it has probably become a tedious task. However, caring for your lawn in the fall is just as important so your grass can stay healthy through the winter months. Here are some tips on caring for...
Water damage can at first seem insignificant, but if it is not repaired properly, it can lead to far greater difficulties. No matter how the damage occurred, what the source of the water may have been, or what items or materials were affected, good water damage repair will thoroughly correct the...
Summer is here and that means grilling season has begun. There’s no better way to spend an afternoon than being outside grilling with your close friends and family. Grilling brings people together and every family has at least one weekend where they go all out. I’m not talking about burgers and...
Spring and summer are the seasons when our lawns really come to life, and it's important to take care of them to ensure they stay healthy and lush throughout the warmer months. If you want to maintain a healthy and vibrant lawn throughout the spring and summer seasons, here are some useful lawn...
Spring is the perfect time to tackle outdoor and indoor projects around your home. As the weather warms up, it's a great opportunity to spruce up your lawn, garden, and home, and get them ready for the summer months. In this blog post, we'll take a look at some of the best lawn and home projects...
A blanket of snow may be pretty to look at, but what is it covering up? The harsh winter weather takes a toll on the exterior of homes and yards, while much of the damage and debris is hidden until spring. Once the snow melts and the moderate temperatures are upon us again, it is a good time to...
Removing wallpaper from your walls is one of the most tedious tasks you can undertake when considering redecorating the walls inside your house. Problem is you can’t stand that pea green ’60s wallpaper anymore. Well it turns out that renting a wallpaper steamer can make your job exponentially...
Whether you need to purchase gifts, greeting cards, dinner fixin's, baked goods, twinkle lights, decorations or even just some extra chairs, a new welcome mat, spare bedding or one more air mattress, the holiday season can seem like it's all about shopping. It is easy to get overwhelmed with sales...
The fall is a busy time for gardeners. Not only are you trying to clean up your gardens and flower beds to prepare them for the winter, you are also winterizing your garden so that you can hit the ground running in the spring. Often, we forget that our lawn requires the same amount of love and care...
The picturesque verdant lawn with accompanying garden, rife with eclectic herbs, flowers and vegetables…this is the image most elicited upon hearing the word “lawn,” but oftentimes, depending on your climate, that phase of a lawn's life cycle may only last a few months. To increase the quality of...
Stumps can be a hassle in the landscape, but a stump grinder is an easy solution to remove the obstacle without needing to dig, chop, or pry through extensive root systems to eliminate the stump. But is a stump grinder right for your job, and how can you use it safely and efficiently? About Stump...
As we begin to enter hotter and longer days this summer, it means that cookouts, BBQs, pool parties, and concerts are going to fill up a lot of our time. If you’re lucky enough, this summer you will be responsible for hosting one of those events or maybe even something bigger. In this article, we...
When it comes to small engine power equipment, routine maintenance is a main component of long-term, worry free performance. Sometimes however, a little more is needed. A tune-up can restore your equipment back to peak performance, making it run more efficiently. In addition, your equipment should...
No matter what digging project you may be planning, renting the right equipment can make the task easier and more efficient. But what projects require digging, and which equipment is best for your plans? Types of Digging Projects A surprising number of different projects require at least some...
Whether you are considering selling your house or just want to spruce up your property to better reflect your tastes and personality, it is easy to add curb appeal to any house. With thoughtful consideration, you can quickly give your home the facelift it deserves. What Is Curb Appeal? Curb appeal...
