Recall Alert for MS 391 Stihl Chainsaws

Stihl MS 391 Chain SawReported by the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission on February 14, 2012, Stihl is voluntarily recalling approximately 3,000 of their MS 391 chainsaws. Defects found with the internal flywheel have been narrowed down to a small grouping of serial numbers that are already sold to consumers. It is imperative that consumers check their engraved serial number on the machine to ensure that each affected flywheel is repaired accordingly. Continue reading

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Grasshopper Model 725DT Product Review

Grasshopper Model 725DT Product ReviewPeople often choose their lawn mowing and power equipment based on personal experience. From Marlboro, MA, Stephen relates how he chose to buy a Grasshopper Model 725DT based on his experiences beginning as a youth.

For pocket money, he cut private yards, churchyards, cemeteries and even parts of a multi-acre estate. He used mostly simple reel push mowers for small yards and self-propelled reel mowers or small push rotary mowers for larger jobs. Continue reading

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How can a Grasshopper Help You Increase Your Appeal

Grasshopper AeraVatorMore and more businesses are finding out that professional lawn care is integral to keeping customers happy and maintaining a good impression with all clients and prospective customers who visit the property. Public areas such as grocery supermarkets, as well as government properties, highway and state road medians, and other places which are publicly visible create an impression of the city itself which is important to the community. Professional landscapers using Grasshopper Zero Turn mowers are able to keep up with this demand due to the even cut of the grass, coupled with a high degree of consistent, professional results. This equipment is becoming the industry standard for landscapers.

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Grasshopper Questions on Battery Losing Charge

Having a riding lawn mower not only saves you time but also resources because it makes work easier. Riding lawn mowers such as Grasshopper mowers can help any lawn mowing business grow quickly but it is important to keep the mowers running. There are a number of common problems that people encounter with the grasshopper Mower’s battery. Listed below are some of the most common problems related to a battery challenge on any Grasshopper Mower. Continue reading

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How To Choose The Right Snow Blower For Your Needs

Nothing beats a snow blower that can be depended upon to do a thorough job even in the toughest, coldest winter conditions. Even better is a snow blower that is able to handle the deepest amounts of wet or dry snow quickly and efficiently. Consider the type of climate and possible depth of snow in your area over past winters. If your particular area has a climate that typically produces light snows of just a few inches, then a lighter machine with a smaller motor may be just fine. However, if you live in an area where several feet of snow may accumulate in just a matter of days, then select a snow blower that has the power to handle large amounts of snow. When looking at the various types of snow blowers available on the market, keep a few of these things in mind. Continue reading

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5 Ways To Keep Your Leaf Blower Working Well All Season

Although leaf blowers do not require terribly extensive maintenance, some careful attention can go a long way to extend the life of the machine. Below are five easy ways to keep your leaf blower in good working order this season, and for many seasons to come. Continue reading

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STIHL MS 201 C-E Chainsaw Review

Whether you’re a construction worker or a DYI enthusiast, the chainsaw is a mainstay of anybody looking to get rid of problematic wood. Stihl is one of the most recognizable names in the power tools industry, boasting top of the line products and affordable solutions to basic users. If you are looking for a chainsaw that will give you the most power without draining your bank account the MS 201 C-E could be the saw for you. Here is a basic review of the features for the Stihl MS 201 C-E chainsaw.  Continue reading

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Top 10 Fall Cleanup Reminders

With winter just around the corner, fall is the last chance to prepare yards and gardens for inclement weather. Autumn is also the best time to take care of the chores that will promote spring growth. Each season presents opportunities to keep gardens thriving. Here are the top ten tasks to take care of in the fall. Continue reading

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Cub Cadet JS1150 Leaf Blower Review

Fall is upon us and so are the leaves! As the trees change to autumn hues and nature gets ready for her long, cold winter’s nap, the blankets of foliage may be pretty to look at, but to gardeners, it represents one of the toughest challenges of the year. Don’t worry, Cub Cadet comes to the rescue with the Jet Sweep (JS) 1150 leaf blower. Power, agility, durability and performance are all hallmarks of the JS1150 and yard cleaning has never been easier. Continue reading

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DR Power Equipment Chipper Series Review

All DR® Power Equipment owners understand the extent of the DR® quality. DR® chippers simplify hard work and turn stacks of limbs, branches and brush into useful and valuable wood chip mulch.

There are four model lines offered. Three of those are within the self-powered series, the other is for the 3-Point Hitch Series designed for use with a tractor. Both product types and all model lines relieve the owner of having to deal with slow machines that have to be force-fed. Continue reading

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