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: Why is my lawn mower smoking?

• <div><p>Sometimes dark smoke trailing out of your lawn mower is the result of excess oil. It smokes as it burns off. Other times, it could signal a problem with the combustion or contaminated fuel. If changing the fuel and cleaning your mower doesn&rsquo;t help, call a professional (especially if the smoke is white).</p></div>

Q: What are common lawn mower issues?

• <div><p>Engine failure, clogged carburetors, dull blades, and electrical issues are common problems requiring service.</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>

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>

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Last update on November 25, 2025

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Reviewed in October 2025
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Reviewed in July 2025
The guys from Ocotillo came out to diagnose and repair my sprinkler system. It didn't take long for them to repair some faulty wiring and fix a couple sprinkler heads. They were professional and took time to explain the work our system needed. They did a great job and I highly recommend them!
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Reviewed in June 2023
Justin was amazing!! He came in and got right to work. He was very Customer Service oriented and explained my repair to me so I could understand it completely. I would recommend Air Tex whole heartedly!!!!
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Reviewed in October 2022
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Reviewed in May 2022
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Reviewed in November 2019
Javier was prompt, responsive and did a quality job on my repair - for a reasonable price. Definitely recommend, and will be using his services again.
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Reviewed in April 2019
Javier was professional and walked me through the root cause / issues, educating me a few things along the way! gave me quotes for repair and replacement unit. he is very knowledgeable
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