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: Why will the lawn mower string not pull?

• <div><p>There are a few reasons why a lawn mower cord won&rsquo;t pull, including an engine jam, a tangled cord, a broken recoil starter, or poor maintenance. To troubleshoot, turn the mower off. Then, inspect the cord, look for any tangles, and gently pull it to identify where the resistance starts. If you&rsquo;re not seeing any obstructions, you may need to call in a professional for repairs.</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>

Q: What do you call the cord you pull to start a lawn mower?

• <div><p>The cord you pull to start a lawn mower is commonly called the &ldquo;starter cord&rdquo; or &ldquo;pull cord.&rdquo; This uses and internal combustion process to start the lawn mower engine and it prone to wear and tear over time. You&rsquo;ll want to check the starter cord as part of your regular <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-tune-lawn-mower.htm">lawn mower tune-up</a> process.</p></div>

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Reviewed in May 2023
Mower Tech at your Doorstep is a top notch outfit. I contacted Greg and he replied to my inquiry in a timely manner. Kenny ended up doing the work on my mower and was both knowledgeable and personable. He thoroughly explained everything and included some tips relative to maintenance. I will be...
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Reviewed in January 2017
the snowblower was tuned up and he fixed the chute for directing snow (replaced a broken pin, which he supplied from his parts trailer). Came back the following week to tune up the riding lawn mower. Both now working great so hopefully that means we won't need the snow blower this year!
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Reviewed in November 2016
Appointment was set up easy. Did the work on the snow blower but needed additional work to correct a valve problem. He was able to take the snow blower with him to his shop for the additional work. I asked if he could do my lawn mower while he was out and he did it also. Very pleased and I plan...
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Reviewed in April 2015
I knew that I had hit a rock or something last season and there was something wrong with the blade. He showed me the blade which was very bent and replaced it for $15! I was expecting to get an extra $100 charge. VERY REASONABLE! Was on time, friendly. Excellent service.
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Reviewed in September 2016
It was a pleasant experience. Andy came right on time. After looking at the snowblower he explained me few issues he noticed. He also gave helpful tips to maintain snowblower during winter time and after. I would certainly hire him again.
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Reviewed in November 2016
Communicated before arrival. Showed up on time. Completed the work as promised. Was professional, neat, and thorough. Would definitely recommend and hire again.
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Reviewed in December 2017
Housecall Mower came out and had it quickly running again simply by replacing the spark plug. The total cost of the service call was less than what it would have cost me to have a local mower shop pick this thing up and return it to me. I am VERY happy with the service and outcome.
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Reviewed in December 2015
We have used Housecall Mower repair for lawnmower service this past summer. Getting ready for this winter, we contacted them and asked if they could service our snow thrower. The service was conducted within 2 weeks of our request, at 1/2 the price quoted by sears. Good service,...
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Reviewed in November 2016
This was a big deal purchase and it was very good. I don't remember the name of the vendor. We haven't turned it on yet so I don't know how well it works yet.
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Reviewed in April 2015
He was early and ended up waiting for me to return - was thoughtful and thorough. Talked to me about oil, and using fuel stabilizer
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