Having the right gear and following a few basic rules will keep you out of the emergency room.

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Even as the weather warms up a bit, you’ll likely still want to use your fireplace on cold nights this spring. Or you may be gearing up to spend more time outdoors around your backyard fire pit.

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Husqvarna is one of the most trusted brands for residential chain saw users, making it a smart choice. For the best mix of ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. When you think of a chainsaw, you might envision a massive cutting tool making short work of thick forest vegetation. While you can still find ...

"Hearst Magazines and AOL may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." If you manage trees on your property, an electric chainsaw is a must-have tool in your arsenal of yard care ...

I have written before about my self-taught, freehand method for chainsaw ripping. Since then, I have gained more experience with ripping, so I have become quite accustomed to it. Today, I would like t ...