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Author: Van Powell

Van hails from the midwest and moved to the deep south after college. He grew up on a farm miles from town where fixing broken machinery and tools was a necessity. While not working at his full time job as a riverboat Captain, Van enjoys tinkering with vintage cars in his 2400sq foot garage.

Van writes about tools and reviews products, drawing from his lifetime experience of using and maintaining a vast collection of tools and hardware.

How Deep Are Gas Lines Buried? (And Other Utilities)

Last Updated on December 29, 2024 by Van Powell

buried natural gas line marker

When you’re digging in your property for home renovation or landscaping projects, you will be running the risk of hitting a gas line, which can lead to a disaster.

So how deep are gas lines buried, and how do you avoid hitting them when digging in your property?

Filed Under: Lawn Care, Tools and Gear

Can You Vent a Dryer Into the Garage?

Last Updated on August 17, 2022 by Van Powell

woman drying towels in clothes dryer

Does the dryer have to be vented outside? What are the risks of venting into the garage? Learn everything you need to know before installing a dryer vent.

Filed Under: Garage Repair

What to Feed Deer to Attract Them to Your Backyard

Last Updated on August 18, 2022 by Van Powell

What to Feed Backyard Deer?

You can entice deer to come close to your home and yard, but you must offer them the right landscape and food.

Filed Under: Backyard Wildlife, Outdoor Living

Best Electric Smoker – Top Models in 2022

Last Updated on August 26, 2022 by Van Powell

Smoked meat on table

Barbecue, roast and smoke meats to your heart’s content with any of these electric smokers while you and your friends enjoy the aroma in the great outdoors.

Filed Under: Outdoor Living, Reviews

How to Use a Hand Planer

Last Updated on August 20, 2022 by Van Powell

Wood shavings from plane

This post will help woodworkers at any level with learning how to adjust their plane as well as some other helpful hints so that you can start knocking out those woodworking projects on your list.

Filed Under: Tools and Gear

Lawn Mower Won’t Start – How to Get It Running Again

Last Updated on August 20, 2022 by Van Powell

Lawn mower blades covered with grass

​If your lawn mower is not starting, there are a few things you can check before taking it in for service. In this article we will walk you through some common problems you may encounter with a lawn mower that won’t start.

Filed Under: Lawn Care, Tools and Gear

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