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Gary and Ron were great. I called up looking for an Ariens snowblower, and needed it that day before we were expected to receive significant snowfall in New York. I was able to pay over the phone and my new snowblower was delivered to my house in a few hours. The delivery driver’s were also great, however I can not remember their names. They showed me all of the features of the snowblower, and had it up and running for me, ready to go for the storm. This was my first purchase at Brinkmann’s, but you have earned a customer for life. Thanks again!

Tom V
Sayville

Always surprised at how much they have here. Like most, I usually travel to Home Depot or Lowe’s for my major home improvement projects. However, I’ve found that more often than not I can find many of the supplies I need right here in town and at a fair price. I actually purchased a great snowblower here a couple of years ago which has served me well. The staff is helpful, so I can get in, get what I need and get back to my project in minutes instead of hours. Oh yeah, Benjamin Moore paints. I’m a regular, I would recommend you give it a try.

Scott
Sayville

VERY IMPRESSED ! I am a frugal educated shopper and after going to several big box stores and other Brinkmann hardware stores looking for help deciding between 2 high priced snow blower models I was blown away by the patience and courtesy extended to me after I asked one complex technical question after another. I was particularly impressed with Chris’ knowledge and professionalism. In today’s world of mediocre employees it was a pleasure dealing with exceptional ones, thank you. I left confident I chose the right model and the right hardware store.

Michael
Blue Point

In need of a new snow blower of better quality than the one i now own i decided to shop on the internet and found the product i was looking for was carried locally at the Miller Place Brinkmann’s, I stopped by on Monday and was pleasantly surprised that they had all the available modelsi was considering on display . I was assisted by Dave D. who answered all my questions and concerns and advised me that if i was interested i could have the blower set up and delivered that afternoon at no extra charge. No pressure, no stress and best of all the delivery was made on time and as promised. I should also note that the delivery man Quinton was able to navigate his truck up a difficult driveway and did a walk thru of the blowers features. Very professional! In all, a pleasant experience with two outstanding employees. Thus 5 Stars. I hope to be as fortunate with the snow blower when the time comes—–

Mike L
Miller Place

On the phone they were professional. Not pushy about the extended warranty. Delivered promptly and explained snow blower without rushing. Thank you!

Chris
Blue Point

The salesman was extremely helpful. Snowblower was delivered next day and that person also went over how to use it. Excellent customer service.

Barbara
Blue Point
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Jun
28

The Basics of Swimming Pool Care

Having fun in the summer is a lot easier when you have your own pool; but that doesn’t mean that owning a pool is all parties and unicorn-shaped floats! Pool care is an important part of pool ownership and ensures that your water is clean, clear, and safe for swimming. 

The most basic part of pool care and pool maintenance is circulation. 

Make sure that your pool pump runs for at least 12 hours a day to ensure that your water is not stagnant and has the chance to run through your filter at least a few times every day. Cloudy pools usually don’t have very good circulation. 

Pool Filters:

Cleaning your pool means making sure that your pool filter is doing its job. There are several kinds of filters available for pools including sand filters, saltwater chlorinators, cartridge filters, and diatomaceous earth filters. No matter what kind your pool uses, they all have the same job: to remove dirt and debris—from the biggest leaves to the smallest particles—from your water before it is returned back into your pool. Everything from leaves and pollen to sand and sunscreen ends up in your pool water, so running the pump and ensuring that water flows through your filter is key to keeping your water clean, clear, and healthy. 

Pool Skimming:

In addition to using your filter to circulate the water you’ll want to manually skim the surface of your pool and brush your pool walls regularly so debris that builds up there can fall to the bottom where, if you have an in-ground pool, it will be sucked into the drains in the bottom of the deep end. If you have an above ground pool you’ll want to attach your pool vacuum to your filter system and put the vacuum upside down in the middle of the pool at the bottom. When you turn it on it will act in the same way as the main drain in an in-ground pool. An automatic pool cleaner can help to take care of these tasks, but you’ll still want to manually skim and brush a bit to make sure the job is complete. 

Pool Care Chemicals:

Finally, in order to maintain water balance, it is important to use the proper pool chemicals and water testing kit. You can find all of these at your local Brinkmann’s hardware store, including pool salt for those with salt water pools. There are three main components you’ll want to test for when testing the water with your test strips: pH levels, alkalinity, and your sanitizer levels.

The ideal pH range for your pool is from 7.4-7.6. Alkalinity serves as a buffer for your pH, helping to keep it from swinging from basic to acidic and vice versa. The ideal range for your alkalinity levels is from 100 to 150 ppm. Finally, your sanitizer levels represent the chlorine level in your pool (unless your pool utilizes bromine or another type of sanitizer). Knowing your water testing results will guide you when it’s time to add chemicals to the water to adjust your water balance. Be careful when adding chemicals, read all of the directions, and if you have any questions call your chemical supplier. 

Nov
19

2018 Gift Guide for the Handyman

Looking for the perfect gifts for the handyman this holiday season? Here are some top handyman gift ideas to help you get started.

At Brinkmann’s Hardware, we stock a wide range of products, so customers on Long Island can depend on us year-round. If you’re looking for handyman gift ideas, you needn’t look far, whether you are thinking ahead to winter or summer. Here we’ve compiled a list of great gifts to accommodate the handyman in your life.

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Nov
07

Affordable and Easy DIY Tips to Winterize Your Home

Anyone who’s suffered through a harsh New York winter knows that keeping your home warm can be a struggle. It’s not just your health that suffers, either: A house that loses heat or is warmed inefficiently can lead to soaring utility bills and costly appliance breakdowns.

Don’t let that be you this winter. Want to know how to winterize a house yourself? Save energy and money, head down to your local plumbing supply store, and follow this DIY checklist!

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Jun
19

Know Your Pool: Chlorine and Salt Water Basics

Sanitization is an important part of owning a pool. It keeps the water clean, safe, and clear; otherwise, you risk issues with water quality and the health of swimmers.

Chlorine vs. Salt Water

The primary means for water treatment in swimming pools includes chlorine and salt water. Adding chemicals directly to the pool has benefits. Chlorine effectively kills off harmful organisms and is generally affordable; the downside is that it needs to be added regularly and can be irritating to some people.

A saltwater generator automatically converts salt to chlorine. Although initial costs are higher and the system uses electricity, it is so efficient that little manual pool cleaning is required. It’s also beneficial to those who are sensitive to chlorine.

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