Not sure which hose reel style would work best for your particular application? Read this article for a quick breakdown of the difference between the models.
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What Style of Hose Reel Is Right For You?

Preparing Your Hose Reel For Freezing Temperatures
If you live in a northern climate, winterizing your garden hose, hose reel, and watering tools is critical in properly preparing for the winter freeze.

Hose Reel Inlet Hoses: Everything You Need To Know
An inlet hose, or sometimes referred to as a jumper hose, supply hose, or feeder hose, is a short garden hose that supplies water from the faucet or spigot to the hose reel.

What Makes A Garden Hose Kink Resistant?
A hose kink is a common weakness for most garden hoses. The kink-resistance of garden hoses is determined by the material used and the production process.

Steel vs. Aluminum: Which Is Better For Hose Reels?
For our water hose reels, we use a commercial grade aluminum alloy. You might be wondering, “Isn’t aluminum weaker than using a material like stainless steel?”