Renting tools instead of buying them

If you think doing a job yourself will save money, wait until you start buying tools.  A lawn mower is one thing but paying hundreds of dollars for a chainsaw to cut down one small tree is a waste.

There are options for renting tools that might only be needed occasionally.  According to Lifehacker, big box stores like Home Depot and Lowe’s have tool rental departments for equipment like scissor lifts, augers, and pressure washers as well as tools for plumbing, floor cleaning, and more. Rental companies, even if they are party rental companies, often have some tools to rent.

Locally, tools and equipment are available from DP Rentals and Ramsey Hardware.