The DEWALT 20V MAX XR Cut Off Tool (DCS438B) is a compact cordless cutoff tool designed for cutting metal, tile, plastic, and other materials. I originally bought it specifically for cutting cattle panels to size while building fencing and gates around my property. The tool includes: Specifications: What I Like About It One of the … Read more
This year I planted a vegetable garden, and if you’re familiar with North Texas summers, you already know how unpredictable the rain can be. Some weeks you get plenty, and other times it dries up completely. On top of that, I like to get away for a few days at a time, so I needed … Read more
After living in the country for a while, I noticed that when fall turns to winter, mice become a recurring problem. After catching a few with traps, I decided to switch to a chemical solution and bought Tomcat Place Pacs. I’ve found them very effective and have used them off and on for over five … Read more
I purchased the Qdreclod 1.3-gallon battery powered garden sprayer last spring for use around the home and yard. Every spring and fall, I walk around the outside of my home spraying for weeds close to the foundation on the first pass and spraying for insects on the second pass. That’s a lot of spraying. I … Read more
I have been living out here on the Lazy D for a little over eight years. Out here in the countryside, we use aerobic septic systems. From the very beginning, I have been using Septicfit calcium hypochlorite tablets in my system. I have regularly scheduled inspections every quarter, and Septicfit has served me well throughout … Read more
I purchased the Febreze Plug Scent Booster in May 2025 after using Febreze wall plug-ins for several years and deciding it was time for a change. This is a corded Febreze air freshener diffuser designed to sit on a counter or tabletop rather than plug directly into a wall outlet. That design allows for more … Read more
I purchased these 3 prong plug adapters a week or two ago. I had purchased an inverter generator to use if we lost power during a recent winter storm, the generator only has two outlets, and I planned to run two extension cords into the house and I would need more than two outlets once … Read more
PREDATOR 4550 Watt Open-Frame Inverter Generator I purchased the Harbor Freight Predator 4550 open-frame inverter generator after experiencing multiple extended power outages in a rural setting. This review is based on real-world home backup use, not promotional testing. I found the Predator 4550-watt open-frame inverter generator to be a wise choice. Inverter generators cost more than … Read more
In March of 2025 I decided to plant a vegetable garden. By the time May rolled around it became evident that I would need something to keep pests away from my plants especially the potato plants. After some research on my own I chose the Harris brand because it is OMRI listed, meaning it has … Read more
I purchased the AVAPOW 4000 peak car jump starter back in April of 2023. I needed a portable way to jump start different machinery a riding mower, tractor and small car with a 4 cyl engine here on the homestead. The LED light and USB quick charge 3.0 came in handy during occasional power outages … Read more