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: How often should lawn mower spark plugs be changed?

• <div><p>You need to change your spark plugs regularly. It is recommended that your spark plugs should be checked and changed after every 25 hours of use.</p></div>

Q: Why did people stop using reel mowers?

• <div><p>The American ideal of a large, perfectly-manicured lawn is tied to the post-World War II suburban housing boom. In the decades that followed, technological advances made self-propelled mowers more affordable and plentiful. Many Americans came to see reel mowers as old-fashioned, inconvenient, and time-consuming, and they eventually fell out of fashion. </p></div>

Q: Is it cheaper to repair or replace a lawn mower?

• <div><p>In many cases, it might be cheaper to repair your lawn mower than to replace it, depending on what needs to be repaired. <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-much-does-lawn-mower-cost.htm">The cost to replace a lawn mower</a> dramatically varies, from <b>$60</b> for basic models to over <b>$15,000</b> for the top-of-the line models. </p><p>Small repairs like a spark plug replacement can be as little as <b>$20</b>, so replacing the whole lawn mower wouldn&rsquo;t make much sense. However, repairing a crankshaft could be much more expensive at <b>$500 to $900</b>, so depending on the age of your mower, it might be best to replace it. It&rsquo;s best to speak with your lawn mower repair technician to determine which option is best for you. </p></div>

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>

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The representative was outstanding. Very fast response and repaired the next day. Decent price and friendly service. HIGHLY recommend.
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David has tuned my piano several times, and has also performed cleaning and repairs. He is very knowledgeable, and always does a wonderful job for a very reasonable price.
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I requested for the tune up because it was making odd noises and it turns out that it needed major repairs. It's been a little crazy at that time to get parts so we're still working on it. They've been fine to work with. They didn't charge me anything additional.
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The first "plumber", that ARS sent me, said that he didn't have the knowledge to work on well water systems! He said he wished I told their secretary that I was on a well, because they would have sent somebody with the expertise then! I called their office and they sent me a "master plumber"...
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