Maintenance & Tools

We Tested It: Homemade Driveway Deicers

Maybe you have some slippery front steps and Grandma's on her way over, or your '78 Camaro...

A Guide To Safely Removing Snow From The Roof

The two very best ways to hurt yourself while clearing snow from your roof are 1) falling off...

Choosing A Deicer

Tim Seymour, manager of Aubuchon Hardware in Greenfield, MA has seen an increasing interest...

Landscaping: Wheelbarrow Types And Wheelbarrow Tires

A wheelbarrow is a valuable asset to any gardener, and having the right one with the right...

Spring Chimney Maintenance

As the heating season winds down, a quick spring maintenance check of your chimney can have...

How To Safely Clear Snow Off A Roof

The easiest way to clear snow off a roof is to wait for spring. The second-easiest method is...

A Way To Battle Blizzards With A Simple Shovel

The blizzard that paralyzed New York at the end of the 2010 won’t be the last big snowstorm...

Power Washing Vs. Using Chemicals On Your Driveway

Power washing concrete is sometimes all you need to get minor stains off a plain concrete...