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01 Jun 2025
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Is Your Weed Eater Choking? Signs It’s Running Too Rich and How to Fix It

There’s nothing more frustrating than a weed eater that bogs down, sputters, or just plain refuses to cut. While many issues can plague these indispensable tools, one common culprit is an engine that’s running "rich." This means your weed eater is getting an excessive amount of fuel compared to the air it needs, leading to a host of performance problems. Think of it like this: your engine needs a perfect balance of fuel and air to combust efficiently. Too much...

31 May 2025
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Tune Your 2-Stroke Carburetor: A Simple Guide

Ah, the familiar whine of a two-stroke engine – whether it's powering your weed eater, chainsaw, or leaf blower, these small but mighty machines are essential for yard work. But what happens when that whine turns into a sputter, a bog, or even a stall? Often, the culprit is a carburetor that's out of tune. Today, we're going to demystify those little adjustment screws on your 2-cycle carburetor, giving you the knowledge to bring your small engine back to life....

26 May 2025
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Gas or battery-powered small engines: Which one is right for you?

When it comes to powering your outdoor equipment, such as lawnmowers, string trimmers, leaf blowers, or chainsaws, you essentially have two main choices: gasoline or battery. Both have their distinct advantages and disadvantages, and the "right" choice often depends on your specific needs, priorities, and usage patterns. READ MORE

22 May 2025
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Removing old or dead trees from your yard

At some point, a tree may reach the end-stage in its life cycle. At this point, it may be necessary to have it removed. Although a difficult choice to make trees can sometimes become diseased, get too close to the house, get an incurable pest infestation, or grow too close to a power line. In most of these cases, the best or right thing would be getting rid of the tree. Although you might have invested many hours getting the...

22 May 2025
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Landscape Maintenance: Jackson County’s 2025 Fire Restrictions

For landscape maintenance professionals in Jackson County, the arrival of dry, warm weather isn't just a sign of lush growth; it's a critical reminder of heightened wildfire risk. The 2025 Fire Season has officially begun, and understanding the specific regulations and best practices is paramount to ensuring safety for your crews, your clients' properties, and our beautiful Southern Oregon environment. The Oregon Department of Forestry (ODF) has declared the 2025 Fire Season for Jackson County, with restrictions officially starting on June...