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My String Trimmer Won’t Start | Carl’s Mower & Saw
Why Won’t My String Trimmer Start? Common Causes and How to Avoid Them You’re in “go” mode, ready to tackle that yard work. You grab your trusty string trimmer, pull the cord, and … nothing happens. It’s frustrating when your [ Read More... ]
Best Brush & Blackberry-Clearing Tools for the PNW | Carl’s Mower & Saw
Conquer Thick Brush and Blackberries: The Best Equipment for the Pacific Northwest Blackberries. Brambles. Thick brush. These and other common types of vegetation in the Pacific Northwest can be tough to manage, especially across varied terrain. Whether you're maintaining a [ Read More... ]
Grass Clippings: Bag, Mulch, or Compost? | Carl’s Mower & Saw
After you mow your lawn, you have several options for handling the grass clippings. Should you bag them? Mulch them? Or perhaps you prefer eco-friendly composting? Each choice has its benefits. Mulching, sometimes called lawncycling, adds nitrogen back into the [ Read More... ]
Husqvarna 445 vs. STIHL MS 251: Which Chainsaw is Right for You?
A chainsaw is a must-have tool for homeowners who take on projects like cleaning up storm debris, removing dead tree branches, or cutting firewood. At Carl’s Mower & Saw, we carry the full line of the two leading chainsaw brands: [ Read More... ]
Top 3 Battery-Powered Tools for Quick & Easy Yard Work
You may have relied on gas-powered outdoor power tools in the past to tackle your yardwork, but in some instances, battery-operated equipment is a solid option to help you maintain your property. Battery technology has come a long way, and [ Read More... ]
Choosing a Snow Thrower: Single-Stage versus Two-Stage
While freshly fallen snow can be fun to play in, it can also require work. Thankfully, clearing sidewalks, driveways, and other areas around your home doesn’t have to be a back-breaking chore. A snow thrower (sometimes called a snow blower) [ Read More... ]
2024 Holiday Gift Guide From Carl’s Mower & Saw
Level up your gift game this holiday season! With a range of cutting-edge (pun intended) equipment and accessories, Carl’s Mower & Saw has the perfect gear for every gardener and go-getter in your life! Check out our top picks and [ Read More... ]
3 Reasons to Winterize Your Outdoor Power Equipment
As we roll into the colder months, many of us will be stashing our lawn mowers, trimmers, pressure washers, and other outdoor power equipment until spring. However, simply putting your tools away without proper care can lead to costly repairs [ Read More... ]
Chainsaw Safety: Avoid Injury while Using a Power Saw
Chainsaws are a workhorse for tree trimming, yard maintenance, and clearing storm debris, but proper handling is key to ensuring your safety. Taking chances or shortcuts can lead to an injury—or worse. At Carl’s Mower & Saw, we’re all about [ Read More... ]
High-Powered Autonomous Mowers? Opportunity Knocks for Lawn Care Industry Professionals
If you’re reading this, chances are you’re a commercial landscaping contractor, or outdoor power equipment fan, and curious about how Exmark’s ground-breaking autonomous mower will change the lawn care industry. Exmark released the first prototype of their autonomous mower in [ Read More... ]