John Bourscheid 
The capture and harvesting of rainwater is such a simple and easy concept that it seems to go without explanation. But some people are still unaware of this practical and beneficial practice and here we will discuss the “hows?” and “whys?” of rainwater collection. With the environmental green movement gaining traction around the globe, age … Read more
For most homeowners, the need for regular lawn maintenance—including mowing and edging—is obvious. However, juxtaposing a perfectly-manicured lawn with overgrown, poorly-trimmed hedges is the landscaping equivalent of wearing a tuxedo with dirty, ratty sneakers. If you’re spending hours each week cultivating a lush, green lawn but devote no time to shaping your bushes, hedges and … Read more
When it comes to caring for the trees on your property, pruning branches is one of those tasks that can be incredibly challenging to safely tackle without enlisting a professional—that is, unless you own a pole saw. Pole saws basically consist of small, powerful chainsaw permanently attached to the end of an extending pole, enabling … Read more
As the weather warms and spring turns to summer, many people are discovering—or rediscovering—the joys of gardening. Among other considerations such as which types of flowers and vegetables to grow, home gardeners must also decide whether to plant directly into the soil in their yards or follow the increasingly popular trend of installing raised garden … Read more
As more Americans have moved into densely populated cities and multifamily housing units, the available space for backyard gardening has shrunk considerably, but the human drive to cultivate plant life is as powerful as ever. Fortunately, so-called “urban gardening” offers plant-loving city-dwellers a variety of options for growing lush greenery, flowers, fruits and vegetables in … Read more
As the weather heats up and the calendar turns to summer, the allure of an affordable above-ground pool becomes almost irresistible. Unfortunately, many of us will be too intimidated by the prospect of above ground pool maintenance to take the final step toward installation. While the maintenance requirements of an above-ground pool are significant, with … Read more
If you’re working on a vehicle or other machinery and encounter a rusted or over-tightened nut or bolt, you’ll want to have a cordless impact wrench in your arsenal of tools. Sporting more torque than most drills, cordless impact wrenches can quickly free stuck nuts or bolts, saving you significant time, energy and frustration. If … Read more
Home improvement hobbyists, professional construction craftsmen and everyone in between can all agree of the necessity of a quality drill and the right drill bits to go with it. But knowing which drill bits to select for your project isn’t always obvious, especially if you fall on the novice end of the spectrum. Below, we’ll … Read more
Touchless faucets—also known as motion-sensor faucets—are the future of home water fixtures. They not only add convenience and efficiency to your kitchen and bathroom, but they also bring a sleek, modern design element to your home. But before you run out and purchase a touchless faucet to install in your kitchen, there are a few … Read more
Sliding glass doors can be an attractive component of your home’s design, allowing plenty of natural light to flow into interior rooms and connecting your living area to a patio, deck or sunroom. Unfortunately, they are much easier for an intruder to breach than a traditional wood door, either by shattering the glass or taking … Read more