Can I repair my lawn mower myself?

• <div><p>If you are a skilled DIYer with experience, you can do certain lawn mower repairs yourself. However, if you’ve never worked on a lawn mower before or if your mower needs extensive repairs, it’s best to let a skilled lawn mower technician work on your machine. While it might be a little more expensive due to the cost of labor, nothing beats knowing that the job was done successfully (and often with warranties). </p></div>

How do I keep my lawn mower working correctly?

• <div><p>Lawnmowers<a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/8-maintenance-tips-keep-your-lawn-mower-running.htm"> require seasonal maintenance</a> to continue working correctly. With routine maintenance, you can extend its life to the fullest, which is around 10 years for push mowers and 5-8 years for riding mowers. To keep your lawn mower working correctly, you’ll want to take the following steps at least once a year:</p><ul><li><p>Replace the spark plug</p></li><li><p>Change the oil</p></li><li><p>Drain the fuel tank</p></li><li><p>Clean the mowing deck (ideally, after every mow)</p></li><li><p>Replace the air filter</p></li><li><p>Check the carburetor</p></li><li><p>Sharpen the blades</p></li><li><p>Fog the engine</p></li><li><p>Check the tires</p></li></ul><p></p></div>

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Q: Why is my lawn mower smoking?

• <div><p>Sometimes dark smoke trailing out of your lawn mower is the result of excess oil. It smokes as it burns off. Other times, it could signal a problem with the combustion or contaminated fuel. If changing the fuel and cleaning your mower doesn&rsquo;t help, call a professional (especially if the smoke is white).</p></div>

Q: Can you repurpose motor oil?

• <div><p>The best and safest way to deal with used motor oil is to bring it to an approved facility to be recycled and refined into new material. You may see recommendations to use old oil as an equipment lubricant or wood stain, but using it in these ways can be dangerous, messy, and environmentally irresponsible.</p></div>

Q: How long do reel mowers last?

• <div><p>If you keep it clean and sharp, your reel mower should last for about 10-20 years. In comparison, the lifespan of most self-propelled lawn mowers is about half as long as that.</p></div>

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Reviewed in October 2025
Jermaine C Home Improvement LLC was paired with me to complete a project for my bathroom. He was contracted to install a vanity, exhaust fan, faucet, recessed medicine cabinet, and vanity light. The job was supposed to be approximately 4 hours with a 3-man crew; it took 7 hours. The contractor...
Jermaine C Home Improvement, LLC
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Reviewed in November 2023
Came right out with his mobile equipment and repaired my broken mower deck. Now it's as good as new.
EDJ's Mobile Welding
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Reviewed in September 2023
Everything went fine, until the end. Cleaning his tools he forgot to close the water in the garden, I didnâ t have water pressure until I realized that the water was running.!
Luis Septic Services, LLC
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Reviewed in March 2023
They were very prompt, very knowledgeble about how to complete the repair and the plumber did an all around excellent job
Climate Partners, LLC
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Reviewed in February 2019
Steve did an excellent job. The price was reasonable; piano was picked up shortly after I put in my request; the repairs did not take long. Steve is extremely skilled and professional. My piano went from an eyesore to eye catching. He even repaired the bench. I highly recommend him.
Steve Oliver Pianos( Key Piano Service Inc).
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Reviewed in November 2016
Plumbing was inspected. Made a recommendation for repair.
BENJAMIN FRANKLIN PLUMBING
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Reviewed in October 2015
Mike was fantastic! He reached out to me after I sent an email over the weekend and was able to work within a very tight schedule to come to my home and complete the repair. I was so impressed by his professionalism and flexibility. I will definitely be calling on Mike for future plumbing needs!!
Mike Barrett Plumbing LLC
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Reviewed in August 2014
Bob had proper tool and was very experienced in fixing the problem. He demonstrated knowledge and proficiency. He was also very friendly.
Back in Action carpet and handyman service
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Reviewed in July 2013
They did everything they promised and a few extras that we didn't anticipate. We needed new gutters and wood repairs. They recommended these service people and both were excellent and reasonably priced.
DEROSA SERVICES
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Reviewed in June 2012
I called several electrical companies in my area and Marrone was very prompt in replying. They arrived on tiem, diagnosed the problem I was having with several outlets and made repairs. I also asked them about a dimmer switch which I hadn't mentioned in my original phone call to them and theyr...
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