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>

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Q: Do I need to lubricate my mower blades?

• <div><p>It's a good idea to lubricate your mower blades and mowing deck with something protective like WD40 that prevents rust and helps stop grass and dirt from sticking to the blades and deck.</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: 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: How much does it cost to fix a lawn mower pull cord?

• <div><p>Replacing a lawn mower pull cord yourself should only cost you the supplies, which comes to around $25. For more complex repairs, you&rsquo;ll need to get a quote from a local lawn mower repair shop.</p></div>

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Last update on October 17, 2025

Reviewed in October 2024
I also use this company for lawn cutting and weeding. Service has been good and reliable.
Cranbrook Cutting
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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 July 2023
My lawn has NEVER looked better! I am more than satisfied. Job well done.
ExperiGreen Lawn Care - Top Lawn
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Reviewed in June 2023
Levan knows how to repair cracking paint.
Metro Construction
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Reviewed in March 2020
I needed some loop pile carpeting repairs and John did a great job.
Big John's Floor Covering, LLC
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Reviewed in October 2016
I had no issues and my lawn looked great all season.
Natural Way Lawn & Tree Service
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Reviewed in May 2015
excellent, quickly, easy, professional & done A recent hire for lawn maintenance - they sent out crew to assess - but this is just the first week so just starting with that service - meanwhile, a large tree limb fell & tho this wasn't the service that I had arranged - when I called they came...
Great Oaks Landscape Associates Inc.
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Reviewed in July 2013
I had used Gator Lawn a few years ago for snow removal services and had a great experience. So when I decided to hire these services again this winter I went straight to them. Unfortunately I had a terrible experience this time around. The team that performed the services would talk very loudly...
GATOR LAWN CORP
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Reviewed in September 2012
Manu and his team came to remove weed and lay mulch through the yard, they were on time and very courteous wich was very well appreciated. They did a job and i will use them again. I would recommend this company. I also use them to mow the lawn
Grow Earth Sod Farm & Landscaping
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Reviewed in September 2007
I really like the job they do on my lawn each week. They take the time to make sure it is done right and even blow off any debris that is around. I like knowing that they are going to show up each week.
WORRY FREE LAWNS & SNOW REMOVAL
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