We carry quality chainsaws from 18" - 24" as well as 13' pole saws for your pruning and trimming needs. Please make sure, however, to read the precautions below before getting started. Who cares that you took down a huge tree if you lopped off a hand while doing it?

Chainsaw Precautions:

1. Select the right saw.
Use a mid-sized saw for cutting wood on the ground, such as one with a bar of 16 to 20 inches. For smaller limbs, a lightweight, high-speed saw is recommended. Look for design features like good balance, low vibration and high power-to-weight ratio.

2. Wear protective apparel.
By far the most overlooked aspect of chainsaw operation is appropriate apparel. A properly outfitted operator wears protective chaps or pants, eye and ear protection, protective footwear, work gloves, and a helmet.

3. Inspect the saw before use.
Ensure both the inertia and manual activation of the chain brake are in proper working condition. Inspect chain catch for damage and have it repaired as necessary. Also, test the throttle lockout feature, inspect the bar and chain, and repair or replace as necessary. While wearing gloves, work the chain back and forth on the bar to test for proper tensioning and correct installation.

4. Start safely.
A chainsaw is safest to start on the ground with the chain brake engaged. Be sure nothing is obstructing the guide bar or chain. To make sure the saw sits securely on the ground, place your right foot in the rear handle.

5. Carefully plan your cutting job.
Potential factors include tree lean, electric lines, wind, adjacent roads, dead limbs, and bystanders. "Struck-by" injuries from falling limbs are one of the most common accidents for a saw operator. Work at a safe distance but never work alone.

6. Protect yourself against "kick-back."
Never cut with the upper half of the tip of the bar. Kickback occures when the tip of the bar comes in contact with an object or gets pinched during operation, causing the bar to "kick" up and back towards the operator and resulting in a loss of control and possibly injury.

Last but certainly not least, never operate a chainsaw when fatigued or under the influence of alcohol or medication.