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: 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: What are some simple lawn mower problems I can fix on my own?

• <div><p>DIY is possible for minor issues like replacing spark plugs, but professional repairs ensure proper diagnostics and longevity.</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 often should a lawn mower be tuned up?

• <div><p>How often you tune up a lawn mower depends on how often your lawn mower is used. Minimally, it should be tuned up once a year. If you use it regularly or have a vast lawn, tuning it up every 100 hours is advisable.</p></div>

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Last update on October 17, 2025

Reviewed in September 2024
Very poor services for landscaping. Every time after treatment, my lawn just died. I spent so much time to buy lawn repair to repair myself. I water one hour for the lawn every day except the raining days. Adam still said water more for the lawn. They gave me the cheap timer and y connector,...
Crawfords Property Solutions, LLC
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Reviewed in April 2022
The repair man was very knowledgeable and friendly.
Mr. Appliance of Bel Air
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Reviewed in March 2019
Excellent repair! I can’t say enough about the professional conduct of this company. I would definitely hire again.
E S G, Inc.
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Reviewed in September 2017
Completely repaired
Appliance Guys Inc
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Reviewed in July 2014
VLN does an excellent job of cutting the grass and trimming/edging around sidewalks and landscaping. They are reliable and generally keep to the schedule even during rainy weather. Their office staff is helpful if you need to make changes in your service appointments. My lawn looks like it is...
Vincentown Landscape & Nursery
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Reviewed in November 2013
Everything with the repair went well. They were very professional and I was satisfied with with the work.
Rehoboth Auto Repair
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Reviewed in October 2013
I dropped off my Sears mower for repairs -- it needed a new gas tank. While it was there I asked them to tune the motor up and sharpen the blade. I picked it up a week later and it works as if brand new! Much quieter and runs much more smoothly. They replaced the blade per their policy -- mine...
The Mower Shop
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