DIY VIDEOS & HELPFUL RESOURCES

If you are on a well, the answer is bigger than you think. Sizing a generator around a well pump's starting surge, plus fuel and safety, for Grass Valley homes.

Four easy ways to check how much propane is left in your grill tank (weigh it, the warm-water trick, or a gauge), plus how long a 20-pound tank lasts and where to swap it in Grass Valley.

Fir is stronger and more stable; pine is cheaper and easier to find. Here's which softwood to use for fences, raised beds, framing, and decks in the Grass Valley foothills.

A step-by-step guide to mixing 2-cycle fuel at 50:1 — ratio chart for 40:1 and 32:1 older equipment, ethanol-free guidance, fuel storage tips, and what B&C carries.

A buying guide to garden centers in Grass Valley, CA — what to look for, what we carry at B&C Ace, plus FAQ for foothill gardeners.

Dull kitchen knives? Here's what to know about knife sharpening in Grass Valley with the ReSharp machine at B&C Ace — $6.99 per knife, first one free.

Timing matters at 2,400 feet. Here's your guide to spring planting in Grass Valley — what to plant in April, what to hold off on until May.

If your deck is looking worn, faded, or rough after winter, the big question is usually not whether to refresh it. It is whether you should stain it or paint it . For most homeowners, that decision comes down to three things: the current condition of the wood, the look you want, and how much maintenance you are willing to do going forward. Benjamin Moore’s deck guidance is centered on exterior wood stains and deck preparation, while Ace’s deck and siding stain categories emph

Which Traeger Should I Buy? Pick your “bucket,” jump to your match, and get the right grill fast. Jump to your bucket Bucket 1: New to pellet grills Bucket 2: Weekly household cook Bucket 3: All-in cook (2–4 cooks/week) Bucket 4: Host / cook for a crowd Bucket 5: Portable / travel / small patio Bucket 1: I’m new to pellet grills You want easy, forgiving, and versatile—great results without overthinking it. ✅ Best Pick: Traeger Woodridge Why it works: Big enough to feel