When you’ve got land, it’s tempting to start building and figure the rest out later. But that’s how you end up with awkward layouts, wasted time, and expensive do-overs. Looking back, these are the things I really wish we’d mapped out before breaking ground. Driveway Layout and Flow We didn’t think about delivery trucks, trailers,…
Battery-powered tools are improving fast, but gas tools still hold their ground—especially on big properties where runtime and power matter. If you live on land, these are the gas-powered tools that are still worth keeping around, even with newer electric options out there. Chainsaw For cutting firewood, clearing fallen trees, or trimming branches too big…
When we bought our first generator, I thought it’d be plug and play. Turns out, there’s a lot more to it than pouring in some gas and flipping a switch. If I had known what I know now, we’d have saved money, avoided a few power hiccups, and bought a better fit for our actual…
A good porch does more than look nice—it makes daily life smoother, especially when you’re living on land. The right setup can save you trips inside, cut down on mess, and give you a space that actually works with the way you live. These features pull their weight day after day. A Bench You Can…
When you live out in the country, how you set up your house affects your day-to-day way more than it did in a city neighborhood. Some habits you pick up in town don’t carry over well, and they end up adding extra chores, clutter, or stress. Here are the ones I see the most often….
When the forecast turns serious, the last place you want to be is stuck in a crowd at the store, staring at empty shelves. Storm prep doesn’t need to be complicated, but it does need to be done ahead of time. A well-stocked house can ride out power outages, blocked roads, and water shutdowns with…
When the power cuts out, you’re usually thinking about food, flashlights, or maybe your fridge. But certain appliances and systems are more vulnerable than you’d think—especially if the outage happens during a storm or surge. If you’re not prepared, you could be looking at some expensive repairs before the lights even come back on. These…
Predators are part of country life. If you’ve got livestock, you’ve got something that wants to eat them. And if you think you’re immune because you “haven’t seen anything yet,” you’re already on the losing end. You don’t have to be paranoid, but you do need to be smart. These mistakes are dead giveaways that…
Tornadoes don’t give much warning, and when they hit, your house can either protect you or put you in more danger. Most people assume any interior room will do, but the truth is some parts of your home are much more likely to collapse, trap you, or get shredded by flying debris. Knowing where not…
Tools aren’t cheap—and neither are the repairs when you use them wrong. Most guys don’t mean to tear their gear up, but a few lazy habits go a long way toward trashing good equipment. If you’re doing any of these things, you’re cutting your tools’ lives short and wasting money. Storing Batteries in Extreme Temps…