Mower Maintenance
How to Get Rid of an Old Lawn Mower: 6 Basic Methods
This guide covers all practical methods (with insights) to get rid of old lawn mowers. It also adds on what you might consider next if you are replacing it - alternatives that require less maintenance and are easier to manage long-term.
Why Does My Push Mower Start Then Die?
Just that, if that pacifies you, you're not alone with a push mower that starts and then dies. It is very 'normal' for a gas mower to run into problems, and 'mower not starting' is just one of those common...
Why is My Push Mower Smoking White?
Gasoline mowers and their never-ending quirks. Last time you used it for lawn mowing, it worked just fine. Now you pull the cord and… white smoke. That sinking feeling kicks in. Did something go wrong, or is the mower just acting...
Why My Lawn Mower Won't Start After Winter?
After winter, the most common complaint lawnmowers have is that their lawnmower does not start. What's confusing is that they kept a perfectly running mower in the storage before the winter, but when they try to start it for the...
Why Won’t My Lawn Mower Start?
If you are a lawn owner, you might have the same question. People struggle a lot with their lawnmowers, and they get frustrated if it doesn’t start. As a lawn owner, you should be able to diagnose common issues and...
Lawn owners, especially the beginner, ask if their lawn mower can get wet. They actually need to know the damage water can cause, how much water contact is safe, and what to do if their mower gets wet accidentally. We'll...
You're out on a beautiful Saturday morning, ready to mow the lawn that's become overgrown and unruly over the course of just one week. You pull the cord, your mower comes to life, and then, out of nowhere: a puff...
How Often to Change Lawn Mower Blades?
For clean cuts, your lawnmower should have sharp blades. If the blade has minimal wear and tear, you can sharpen it. But when the blade is too rough or damaged, sharpening isn't enough. You need to replace it. What confuses...
Why Does My Lawn Mower Keep Dying?
You're out on a beautiful Saturday morning, the sun is shining, and you have your favorite playlist going. The only thing standing between you and a freshly cut lawn is your lawn mower. You pull the cord, it sputters to...