"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Metal rakes may cost more on average than their plastic and resin counterparts, but if you want a ...

It’s time to turn over a new leaf — billions of them, in fact, as trees begin to shed their canopies for the winter. My leaf mover of choice is the rake. It’s much quieter than a gas- or ...

At first glance, it may seem like all rakes are created equal. They all feature the same basic design: a long handle, typically made of wood, and a series of plastic, metal, or wooden teeth to drag ...

Instead of buying a noisy leaf blower, get some exercise and fresh air the retro way -- with a rake. · Why rake at all? Leaves cover the grass, blocking the sunlight it needs to grow. If a pile of wet ...

Both methods have pros and cons to keep in mind. Leaf blowers are convenient and fast, but they cause noise and air pollution. An electric or battery-powered leaf blower eliminates air pollution. Leaf ...

When you buy through our links, Business Insider may earn an affiliate commission. Learn more I love all things fall — colorful leaves, cooler weather, the start of cozy season — except for cleaning ...

If you prefer to remove fallen leaves from your yard—the case to leave them be is certainly an argument worth making—few tools get the job done more effectively than the trusty leaf rake. Sure, if you ...