Where equipment comes with education

We all struggled through the drought in 2016 and this year’s rain. One thing’s for sure, though: No matter the weather, this time of year the leaves will fall and for some of us, bring the pine cones along for the ride. We can’t change these facts, but we can prepare for it. To make clean-up easier, we would suggest the following: 

► Pull your fall equipment out of storage and check that it’s in proper working order before you are actually ready to use it. If not working properly, bring it by the shop for a tune up. 

► Use the right equipment for the job. A small leaf blower is usually sufficient for a small yard; however, a backpack blower might better serve you if you have a larger yard — come in and try one on. 

► When straggly trees and wild shrubs pop up and try to take over your property, the right size chainsaw takes the work out of the job. We have from small, light models to heavier models available for consideration. 

We also stock the ECHO Pro Attachment Series: Edger, Bed Re-definer, Brush Cutter, Pruner, Hedge Trimmer, Hedge Articulating Trimmer, and 3-foot Extension for hard to reach shrubs/limbs. Ask us about the 5-year limited ECHO warranty. 

Everything we sell is put together, gassed up and ready to go. We pride ourselves in our word-of-mouth repeat customers and want you to be happy with your purchase. 

Joe Brocato, owner and operator of Cahaba Lawn and Garden, along with his exceptional team, are factory-certified to service Snapper, Shindaiwa, Briggs & Stratton, ECHO and Honda products. Service is not limited to only those mentioned above, they also service most makes and models. Having been in business for 30 years, Joe said, “There’s not much we haven’t seen or repaired.” 

“After many years of working for ‘the other guy,’ I decided in March 1989 that I wanted to start my own business,” Joe said. “I had the experience, enthusiasm and youth on my side. I’ve always loved the Cahaba Heights area, so, when the ugly, little gray house on Cypress Drive came up for sale, I jumped on it. Yes, we’re off the beaten path, but somehow customers have managed to find us and keep on coming back.” 

Cahaba Lawn & Garden, located at 3940 Cypress Drive, Vestavia Hills, is open Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday, from 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.; Saturday, from 8:30 a.m. to noon. Closed Wednesday and Sunday. 

For more information on Cahaba Lawn & Garden, call 967-7091.