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: 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: 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 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: 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>

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Last update on November 14, 2025

Reviewed in May 2025
Matthew and Ashley showed up early, were very professional and did a great job painting my two bedrooms and doing minor wall repairs. Would highly recommend!
Top of the Line Painting, LLC
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Reviewed in September 2024
Fantastic job, ceiling repair and texturing blends in nicely with existing ceilings.
Cervantes Construction LLC
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Reviewed in July 2023
We highly recommend Christopher and his helpers are excellent. We've hired Unity for several electric repairs and his company is the best.
Unity Power and Light
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Reviewed in June 2017
Nathan repaired the pins and pin block and the piano is now tuned and sounds wonderful. He also adjusted other parts of the piano. He does provides excellent and very detailed work.
Augusta Music Box
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Reviewed in May 2014
The technician was very helpful and professional. He provided us with the information we needed to make an educated decision about whether to replace or repair our unit. Kept us up to date when the part was back ordered, and got the repair done promptly when the part came in. Did a great job...
Sig Cox Heating & Air Conditioning
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Reviewed in February 2014
29 days elapsed from the first call to actual repair being performed. Their front office seems be total chaos. The left hand does not know what the right hand is doing. 16 Sep I called WRC to get an estimate for the repair and an est for a complete roof replacement. Got the est that day and gave the ok to proceed. I would be contacted for schedule to perform. 3 Oct I called WRC since I had not heard anything. The person I needed to talk to was out of the office but would return my call. 7 Oct I called again. 11 Oct WRC called and wanted to do an estimate for the repair. I told them to look up the existing estimate and get the job done. 15 Oct, crew showed up to do the repair which took about two hours. I probably won't use them for the new roof. Their price is VERY high...
Williams Roofing & Gutter
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Reviewed in June 2013
Tony, repair tech very nice, personable & professional. Repair took 20 mins. Only had to wait 1 day for repair.
Stack Heating & Cooling
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