About The Author

Michael Williams

Associate Editor/Web Producer

With over twenty years of experience as a journalist, editor, and researcher, Mike is driven by an insatiable appetite for life’s many fascinations. He loves lawn maintenance, landscaping, and anything related to outdoor power equipment. Having cut his teeth as a hard-news reporter and features writer, he also writes for major national magazines on a number of topics, such as the Civil War, World War II, true crime, and firearms.

As associate editor and Web producer at Pro Tool Reviews, he helps keep the gears turning in the content machine: everything from Best lists and how-to guides to product tours, gear reviews, local, state, and federal legislation coverage, and breaking industry news.

He loves all manner of outdoor power equipment and pays close attention to the long-running War of the Fuels: Gas vs. Battery. He also enjoys collaborating with the product management and design teams at industry-leading brands like Milwaukee, Ryobi, Stihl, EGO, ECHO, Greenworks, Kobalt, John Deere, Husqvarna, and the list goes on. Being a part of the editorial staff is a constant learning process that involves attending major conventions like Equip Expo, along with media summits and facility tours at company HQs across the country. When he's not busy as a dad and editor, Mike is an avid classic rock historian, collector, and audiophile. He's currently working on a compendium of Jimi Hendrix’s 1968 North American tour, curating an incredible library of unreleased live recordings. He lives in northern Maryland with his 11-year-old son and 5-year-old daughters, both of whom look eerily similar …. Yes, they’re identical twins.

Plant Eradication March 14, 2023 0

How to Remove a Tree Stump

Did you ever wonder about the origin of the word “stumped”? You probably understand where the term originated if you’ve ever tried to figure out how to remove a tree stump from your yard. While there are many ways to remove a tree stump, all of them can be described as challenging. However, with the […]

Gardening March 10, 2023 0

How to Plant Grass Seed

If your lawn needs a fresh look, planting grass seed is an effective way to spruce up your yard. With the right tools and techniques, you’ll be able to enjoy a beautiful green lawn in no time. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced gardener, this guide will help you learn how to seed a […]

Push Mower Reviews March 9, 2023 0

Ariens Razor Walk-Behind Push Lawn Mowers

If you’ve ever seen the third Godfather, you’re probably familiar with Michael Corleone’s iconic exclamation, “Just when I thought I was out, they pull me back in! “ Well, this similarly applies to Ariens because, lo and behold, after a noticeable absence, they’re here with their Razor Walk-Behind Push Lawn Mowers. Known for their zero-turns […]

String Trimmer Reviews & Edgers March 9, 2023 0

Ryobi 40V HP Brushless Battery-Powered Stick Edger

Ryobi has announced that it is, once again, expanding its already extensive line of cordless solutions. With more than 85 models in its lineup, the company has unveiled one more: the Ryobi 40V HP Stick Edger. Ryobi 40V HP Stick Edger Performance Features On the operative side of things, the Ryobi RY40780VNM stick edger has […]

Best Pressure Washer Buying Guide for 2022

Pressure Washer Reviews March 8, 2023 0

Best Pressure Washers for 2023

There’s a lot that goes into making a pressure washer a quality pressure washer. With an array of choices like different PSI ratings, motors, and additional features, selecting the best pressure washer for your needs involves navigating a veritable galaxy of models. That’s why we did the research, putting a wide sample of options to […]

Push Mower Reviews March 7, 2023 0

Makita 40V Commercial Lawn Mower

Makita Brings 40V XGT Tech to the Pro Landscaping Market With electric OPE technology advancing at an astounding pace, more Pro landscapers are seriously considering either replacing or supplementing their gas-fueled equipment with battery-powered gear. Wisely, most manufacturers have read the writing on the wall, and they’re responding with products like the Makita 40V Commercial […]

Chainsaw Reviews and Pole Saws March 1, 2023 0

Ryobi 18V Pruning Chainsaw

Trim Your Trees (and Your Spring To-Do List) with Ryobi’s 6-inch Pruning Chainsaw Spring is almost here, and more than likely, your outdoor to-do list is already in bloom. In timely fashion, Ryobi has an array of products to assist homeowners in managing this season’s mounting lawn and garden demands, including the Ryobi 18V Pruning […]

Zero Turn Mower Reviews February 28, 2023 0

John Deere Electric Residential Zero-Turn Lawn Mower

John Deere Launches Its First Electric Zero-Turn for the Residential Market John Deere’s slogan is about as legendary as their green equipment: “Nothing Runs Like a Deere.” Of course, an increasing number of manufacturers are entering the realm of electric mowers. The John Deere Z370R is among the latest products to venture into this part […]