If some of your lawn care equipment gets only sporadic use during the season, consider adding a fuel stabilizer to the tank. It helps prevent moisture buildup in the tank, prevent fuel system damage, and ensure smoother starts.
Much like with other appliances and tools, there are now robot lawn mowers. You can set up this battery-powered mower within a perimeter of as many as 6,000 square feet, and let it go. The power pack takes almost a full day to recharge, but it does the work for you.
Did you know that each year, approximately 75,000 Americans are seriously injured in lawn mower accidents and 10,000 of those accidents involve children? Make sure you are using the proper lawn equipment in a safe manner and that it is well maintained.
If you have a reel mower, keep in mind that blade adjustment is critical. In order for the grass to be cut properly and for the mower components to keep working properly, the bed knife must be adjusted just so.
When you start up any of your gas powered equipment, especially after winter, and it sputters or backfires, it could be that water is in the tank or condensation in the lines. If it stops working, or does not work at all, we can dry it out and clean it up.
When were gasoline powered mowers first manufactured in the United States? In the year 1919. However, because of the depressed economy it was not until after the economic boom following World War II when these lawn mowers became popular for household use.
If your lawn mower will not start after sitting all season, your first step should be to drain the old fuel and replace it with fresh gas. If pulling on the starter rope still doesn’t work, then try starting it on a flat surface. If it still won't start, it could be an engine problem or a bad spark plug or spark plug wire.
Want to take your lawn maintenance completely off the grid? There are reel mowers, which have been around for decades. They are rotary blades on a handle and are completely powered by your muscles. We can help you decide if a reel mower is a good fit for you.
Did you know that, for power to be developed in a small engine, the ignition of the compressed air/fuel mixture must take place at exactly the correct instant? One common cause of engine problems involves timing that has been best up.
If you are planning to use a bagger when you mow the lawn, then a rear exit for clippings is going to be your best bet. Otherwise, the side mount may get in the way of you maneuvering around obstacles such as trees, fences, and posts.
If gas is left in your lawnmower, or any gasoline powered lawn tool, for too long it will go bad and cause problems with the engine when you try to start it. If there will be long intervals between uses, drain the gas.
For the best results, water your lawn less frequently but deeply. Most experts agree that an inch of water once a week will keep your lawn healthy (although this varies with climate, soil composition, and time of year).
The first compact power mower specifically designed for home use was developed by Toro and released in 1938. The first lightweight aluminum engine was developed by Briggs & Stratton in 1953, and within three years, it dominated the mower market.
Most people are looking to shave a little money from their budget. If you fall in that category, handling your own lawn maintenance is a great cost-saving decision. The costs of a lawn mower and other supplies quickly pay for themselves.
If your lawn mower has a recoil starter and is not starting, this can be caused by one of several issues. For instance, if it feels like nothing is engaging when you pull the cord, then the starter mechanism or clutch may be broken.
In transitional growing zones, warm or cool season grass varieties can be used for lawns. For transitional zones, the best warm-season grass varieties include Zoysiagrass and Bermudagrass and the best cool-season varieties include Kentucky Bluegrass and Tall Fescue.
Sharp shears make short work of any of your trimming or lopping chores. If your trimming equipment isn’t cutting it, bring them into us and we’ll give them the edge they need.
To help your grass growing evenly, mow the lawn in a different direction for each mowing. Going in the same direction each time you mow can cause the blades of the grass to start growing in specific directions.
Depending on the size of your yard and the job at hand, certain power equipment may be required to work on your lawn. Some of the most common types of lawn equipment include: Lawn mowers, snow blowers, chain saws, leaf blowers, generators and line trimmers.
Mower blades can vary in length, thickness, material, and the way in which they cut grass. However, all mower blades need to be kept balanced and sharp to do their job well.
You should have the blades in your lawn mower inspected and sharpened at least once every cutting season - more if you notice an uneven cut. The blades can easily become damaged after coming in contact with unseen rocks or sticks in your lawn.
When is the best time to water? Early in the morning. Watering early in the morning will conserve water, reduce risks for fungal growth and give your lawn plenty of time to absorb the water before the afternoon sun.
