I am a new homeowner and my neighbor has suggested that I power rake my lawn this spring. Is that a good idea? He says he power rakes his lawn every year. Many homeowners power rake their lawns at ...

Core aeration is an important maintenance task for maintaining a lawn and I prefer it over power raking. A power rake is a machine with rotating tines that mechanically lift and remove thatch, which ...

Autumn leaves are falling, which means pumpkins, donuts, and lattes are available at your favorite morning pit stop. And if you own a home, it probably means your weekends now include that annual rite ...

The Standard's journalism is supported by our readers. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Choose the right lawn rake and you'll start to look forward to ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." If you prefer to remove fallen leaves from your yard—the case to leave them be is certainly an argument ...

Which thatching rake is best for fall lawn care? Most people can identify a thatched roof. However, when asked to point out thatch on their lawn, many would be baffled, even though it looks very ...

If you're dealing with uneven spots in your yard, you might be wondering if a lawn leveling rake is really necessary or if another tool will do the job. Many homeowners try to fix dips and low spots ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Metal rakes may cost more on average than their plastic and resin counterparts, but if you want a ...

Dethatching is an essential part of lawn maintenance. About half an inch of thatch is good for the grass because it can stabilize the soil temperature and prevent it from drying out too quickly. But ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." To help you get the job done, we've rounded up the best gardening tools for the job, including metal, ...