We talked about installing your own underground dog fence in the past but now we provide an overview of how to repair your underground fence when the wire gets cut (and it will eventually!). The wire provided in most DIY underground … Continue reading How to Repair an Underground Dog Fence
The Handyguys talk about ethanol mandates with Institute for Energy Research expert Daniel Simmons. We discuss the negative impacts of ethanol on our vehicles, small engines, the environment and food supplies. Background on Ethanol Mandate The Federal government mandated certain … Continue reading E15 Ethanol Mandate
Over 70% of the country has been classified as abnormally dry, or worse. What about the oasis in your own backyard? Lawn Care Do’s and Don’ts During a Drought DON’T water your lawn at night. Grass left wet overnight, or for long periods … Continue reading Drought Lawn Care
Okay – here is a quick tip, not a full show. Lawn Aerating Fall and spring are a great time to aerate your lawn. An aerator will break up hard compacted soil and allow water and nutrients to better reach … Continue reading Renting a Lawn Aerator and Avoiding Weeds
In this video episode of The Handyguys, we discuss some common tractor and mower maintenance for your John Deere. We discuss changing oil, checking air filters, the location of spark plugs, grease points and fuel filters. John Deere sells a … Continue reading Tractor and Mower Maintenance Video – Oil, Fuel, Air, Grease and Spark
Our friends over at John Deere sent us some great lawn care information that we wanted to share with everyone before Labor Day. There is no audio or video with this post. A survey with Harris Interactive found out that … Continue reading Labor Day Lawn Care Do’s and Don’ts
Avoiding skunks in your yard and an answer to “Does a handyguy need a trailer?” We cover both topics in this show. Skunks Skunks, how do you get rid of them? Don’t give them a reason to come into your … Continue reading Choosing A Small Trailer And Eliminating Skunks
The Handyguys discuss John Deere residential lawn tractors. The Handyguys are busy mowing and evaluating John Deere’s LA115 Lawn tractors this summer. In the first of our 5 part monthly series on residential Lawn tractors from John Deere, the Handyguys … Continue reading Selecting a John Deere Lawn Tractor 100 series 300 series
The Handyguys address the soon-to-come fall lawn care season. Before The Handyguys talk about fall lawn care they address a listener question. TerBeek sent us the following message – How can I remove a broken drill bit from the window … Continue reading Fall Lawn Care Tips
The Handyguys talk home improvement and keeping a green and weed free lawn. Now that you have your mower ready for the new season (after listening to show #14), it is time to discuss proper lawn care. Anyone can hire … Continue reading How To Grow A Green Lawn