Taking care of your lawn mower is an important part of overall lawn maintenance. After all, a well-maintained lawn mower is key to achieving the picture-perfect lawn of your dreams! If you are new to maintaining a lawn mower, this guide from B & M Lawn & Garden is a great place to start. Keep reading to learn the basics of lawn mower maintenance, and feel free to contact us with any questions! B & M Lawn & Garden is your destination for lawn mowers and more in Anaheim, CA, serving customers from Long Beach and San Bernardino.

Start With the Operating Manual

While this guide offers some general tips on lawn mower maintenance, for more detailed instructions, you should always refer to the operating manual provided with your mower. The manual contains important model-specific information that should not be overlooked!

Keep Up with Routine Maintenance

To ensure the optimal performance of your lawn mower, you will need to perform the following tasks at regular intervals, as indicated by the operating manual:

  • Changing the oil.
  • Sharpening and adjusting the blades.
  • Cleaning the exterior.
  • Removing debris from the undercarriage.
  • Cleaning or replacing the spark plugs.
  • Fogging the engine.

The end of mowing season is usually the best time to service your lawn mower. Here in Southern California, that usually lands around late October to mid November, depending on the weather. Before storing your lawn mower for the winter, perform all the tasks listed above, and either drain the fuel system or add a fuel stabilizer to prevent the fuel from going bad.

If you have taken these steps to prepare your lawn mower for off-season storage, it should be ready for action when your grass starts growing in the spring.

Get Professional Repairs

Even with regular maintenance, most lawn mowers need the occasional repair. While operating a lawn mower is simple, lawn mower repairs can be pretty complex. Fortunately, the service team here at B & M Lawn & Garden is here to assist you with lawn mower repairs. We proudly serve Anaheim, CA, and our neighbors from Long Beach and San Bernardino.