Yes, you can rent a chainsaw from major home improvement stores and equipment rental companies. Chainsaw rentals provide a cost-effective option for one-time projects or occasional use. Renting eliminates maintenance, storage, and upfront purchase costs […]
Daily Archives: February 7, 2026
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Winterize a chainsaw by draining the fuel tank and running the engine dry on gas models. Clean the bar, chain, and air filter, sharpen the chain, and lubricate metal parts to prevent rust. Add a […]
John Deere chainsaws are made by third-party manufacturers, not by John Deere itself. Over time, production has been contracted to companies such as Remington, Kioritz (Echo), and EFCO (Oleo-Mac). Recent models are often manufactured by […]
Chainsaw kickback is caused when the chain suddenly stops or binds while the engine is running. This abrupt stoppage forces the chainsaw to rotate violently upward and backward toward the operator. Kickback most often occurs […]
Remove a tree stump with a chainsaw by digging 4–6 inches around and below the stump to expose roots and soil. Clean dirt from the cutting area and cut the stump as low as possible, […]
Black Max chainsaws are made by ZOMAX, an original equipment manufacturer based in China. ZOMAX produces the chainsaws that are sold under the Black Max brand and distributed through major retailers such as Walmart. These […]
Yes, battery chainsaws are good and perform very well for most homeowner tasks. They offer instant starts, quiet operation, low maintenance, and strong cutting power for limbing and firewood. Battery chainsaws are not ideal for […]
Store a chainsaw after use by cleaning the bar, chain, and air intake, then checking chain tension and lubrication. For gas chainsaws, drain fuel or add fuel stabilizer for storage over 30 days. For battery […]
Adjust a chainsaw carburetor by warming the engine for 3–5 minutes, then setting the Low (L) and High (H) screws. Turn screws clockwise to lean and counter-clockwise to richen the fuel mix. Start from a […]
Sharpen a chainsaw blade with a file by placing a round file in the cutter notch and holding it at a 30-degree angle. Keep about 20% of the file above the cutter. File from the […]