Be prepared for upcoming yard work with these 12 innovative, useful tools that make yard work and cleanup easier in any season. The post Make Yard Work Easier with these 12 Tools appeared first on Family Handyman. Keeping your yard tidy can be tough, but the right tools make it easier. If you already have the basics, these additions simplify everything from trimming trees to gathering leaves. “Match the tool to the task—long-handled tools reduce back strain while smaller hand tools offer precision,” says tool inventor Andy Mainville. We consulted experts to compile this collection of tools that make yard work a breeze. Try these handy devices, and you’ll appreciate them next time you tackle yard work.