Do I need lawn mower repair?

• <div><p>Before your lawn mower quits working entirely, it’ll likely give you some signs of wear and tear that indicate a repair is needed. Signs that you might need repairs to your lawn mower include: </p><ul><li><p>Oil leaks</p></li><li><p>Vibrating engine</p></li><li><p>Smoking exhaust </p></li><li><p>Increase in time to mow</p></li><li><p>Unusual noises</p></li><li><p>Increase in gas consumption</p></li></ul><p></p></div>

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Q: Do I need lawn mower repair?

• <div><p>Before your lawn mower quits working entirely, it&rsquo;ll likely give you some signs of wear and tear that indicate a repair is needed. Signs that you might need repairs to your lawn mower include: </p><ul><li><p>Oil leaks</p></li><li><p>Vibrating engine</p></li><li><p>Smoking exhaust </p></li><li><p>Increase in time to mow</p></li><li><p>Unusual noises</p></li><li><p>Increase in gas consumption</p></li></ul><p></p></div>

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 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: 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: Can you tip a lawn mower on its side?

• <div><p>Yes, you can tip a lawn mower on its side as long as you turn it with the carburetor side upwards. This prevents oil from leaking into the carburetor and reducing performance. You can also tip the mower backward as long as it's stable while you're working on the deck or blades for safety.</p></div>

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Last update on November 10, 2025

Reviewed in May 2025
They were very efficient with both the tear off & the reshingeing. They did a very good job with their cleanup. They used a magnet roller tool to sweep for any nails or any other metal debris. They covered all the shrubbery so nothing could fall into them.
CCR RENOVATIONS LLC
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Reviewed in August 2024
Very disappointed in this regrading lawn project. First make sure that all work to be done / not done is in writing before they start. Don't fall for the "if we don't do it, we won't charge you for it." Second, and most importantly they didn't compact the soil they brought in, so the area looked...
Design One Landscape Services
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Reviewed in May 2024
Dakota and Martin and just great to work with. I had a bunch of outdoor repair and paint projects and they knocked it out an a day and a half. I would recommend them for your home repair work.
American Handi Services LLC
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Reviewed in February 2024
Prompt service, accurate quote, and qualified technician who repaired my garage door before lunch!
Precision Garage Door of Southeast Michigan
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Reviewed in December 2018
Mark was very prompt arriving at our home and very personable. Mark was very knowledgeable and explained to me in detail what will be needed to repair the leak along with the estimated cost. I am extremely satisfied with the repair and I would highly recommend Universal Plumping and Sewer Inc.
Universal Home Services
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Reviewed in June 2017
Paid Gibson's $100 to look at TV and the tech thought it could be repaired if he returned it to the shop. The tech at shop said that repairing the TV with "no picture or audio" would be too costly and go buy a new set. It sounded like they never plugged the TV in. I was able to repair it myself...
GIBSON'S TV & VIDEO SVC
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Reviewed in May 2017
Tech persisted in getting necessary parts and returned late in the day to complete repair. Great job!
AUTHORIZED FACTORY SERVICE
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Reviewed in December 2016
Excellent. Tony took the shoe, came back in about 2 minutes with the repair made and did not charge me a penny.
Tony's Shoe Repair
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Reviewed in October 2016
All gas leaks repaired
Cregger Plumbing, Heating & Cooling
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Reviewed in August 2016
We lost 1/2 the power in our house. We called McGuire for repair and they were at our house in a few hours. Electrician Matt was able to diagnose the problem to a faulty connection in our meter. He had all the equipment he needed to make the necessary repair. McGuire business tools are a bit...
McGuire Electric - Royal Oak
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