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 do I maintain my lawn mower?

• <div><p>Regular oil changes, blade sharpening, fuel system cleaning, and air filter replacements help extend mower lifespan.</p></div>

Q: How do I know if my lawn mower can handle leaves?

• <div><p>A standard home lawn mower with sharp blades can handle a thin layer of leaves without issue. You may need to make a couple of passes within several days to mulch leaves down, but your mower shouldn&rsquo;t struggle. If your mower comes with a mulching kit, like an attachment to blow leaves out the side, that&rsquo;s a good sign it&rsquo;s ready for fall leaves. Set your mower to the highest or near-highest height for this project so it focuses on the leaves rather than the grass below.</p></div>

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

• <div><p>Whether to repair or replace your lawn mower depends on what is wrong with it and how long you have owned it. If your lawn mower is relatively new, ensuring you regularly service it will help keep it in good shape. There are issues that will cost hundreds of dollars to repair, such as the engine blowing or the lawn mower going over rocks. Many people go by the three-year rule and replace their lawn mower rather than do repairs after this time.</p></div>

Q: Do services include blade sharpening?

• <div><p>Yes, many repair services include blade sharpening as part of the maintenance package.</p></div>

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Last update on November 13, 2025

Reviewed in October 2025
He is great at what he does. So glad I was able to get him to repair my fence.
HANIEL FENCE AND REMODELING SERVICES LLC
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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 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 February 2023
From start to finish Regan and his team were very professional, friendly, and accommodating to my needs for an immediate bath repair and remodel. I’m totally impressed by the work completed and the little odds and ends repaired by his team around my home. I highly recommend Whole Armor...
Whole Armor Construction
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Reviewed in August 2020
gas leak pipe repair
Next Level Home and Fire
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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 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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