Small Engines and Ethanol

by | May 19, 2009 | Lawn and Garden

There is a controversy right now about whether or not the ethanol in our fuel supply is hurting the small engines on outdoor power equipment. There have been news stories talking about the problem.  Ethanol supposedly causes a breakdown of some parts and also releases...

The Way to a Weed Free Yard

by | May 14, 2009 | Lawn and Garden

Ok,  so you have all heard about the Cobbler right? You know, the part about his kids having no shoes.  So I’m sorta feeling like the cobbler when it comes to the condition of my yard. On of the things our store is most known for is giving gardening and lawn care...

Overlooking the Obvious

by | May 9, 2009 | Lawn and Garden

I got a lesson today in the common problem of overlooking the obvious.  It is so easy to make something that is  simple complex. The church that I go to is over 140 years old.  Sometimes keeping a building of that age in good repair is a challenge.  We are always...

Christmas Light Fuses

by | Dec 11, 2008 | Lawn and Garden

I have had about six people come into the store today with Christmas light problems.  Most of them just had blown or missing bulbs but a few had blown fuses. Most modern light sets are “string to string” sets.  You can plug the next set of lights into the end of the...

Black Friday – Rebates

by | Nov 24, 2008 | Customer Service, Lawn and Garden

Every year Ace Hardware promotes a big day after Thanksgiving sale. We call it the DATS.  This year is no different.  I enjoy these events.  It is great to see all of the customers.  It’s exciting to see long lines at the registers.  And I am always happy when we have...