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Troubleshooting

Solutions for common lawn care challenges and equipment problems, featuring expert diagnoses and practical fixes for both garden issues and mowing equipment maintenance.

Why Your Electric Mower Doesn’t Need Belt Maintenance (And What to Check Instead)

December 25, 2025 by michael
Homeowner wearing gloves tilts a battery-powered electric mower to examine the direct-drive blade hub under the deck, with no belt visible, while the rear wheel drive housing is softly blurred in a backyard setting.

Check your electric mower’s manual or manufacturer website first—most corded and battery-powered models use direct-drive … Read more

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Keep Your Compact Tractor Running Strong Without the Mechanic Bills

December 3, 2025 by michael
Gloved hand pulling oil dipstick on a compact utility tractor with grease gun and rag nearby, barn and pasture softly blurred in the golden hour background.

Check your compact tractor’s engine oil every 8-10 operating hours, looking for proper level and … Read more

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Your Compact Tractor Will Thank You for Following This Maintenance Schedule

November 23, 2025 by michael
Compact tractor in a barn doorway being serviced, with a person greasing the front loader pivot while an oil pan and clean air filter sit nearby; warm side sunlight and a softly blurred workshop and pasture in the background.

Mark your calendar with oil changes every 50 hours of operation or at least once … Read more

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Why Your Mower Won’t Start (And How to Fix It Yourself)

November 12, 2025 by michael
Close-up of a person grounding a removed spark plug against a gas lawn mower’s engine, open air filter housing visible, with blurred tools and a fuel can in the background under bright overcast light.

**Check the fuel system first**—old gasoline loses combustibility after 30 days, causing 80% of starting … Read more

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Your John Deere Compact Tractor Won’t Start? Fix These Common Problems Fast

November 8, 2025 by michael
Green and yellow John Deere compact tractor with hood open while a gloved hand inspects the fuel line and battery cables; blurred barn and pasture in the background under soft daylight.

**Check the fuel system first when your John Deere won’t start**—verify there’s fresh, clean fuel … Read more

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Why Most Lawn Mowers Aren’t 2-Cycle Engines (And What That Means for Your Maintenance)

November 6, 2025 by michael
Walk-behind lawn mower on a garage floor with a red gas can and small motor oil bottle beside it; a string trimmer and hanging tools are softly blurred in the background.

Check your lawn mower’s fuel cap right now—if it says “2-cycle” or shows an oil-to-gas … Read more

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Your Lawn Mower Won’t Start After Winter? Here’s Why (And the Fix)

October 31, 2025 by michael
Medium shot of a person pulling the starter cord on a gas lawn mower on patchy spring grass, with a red fuel can and spark plug socket beside the mower, under soft overcast light and a blurred suburban garage in the background.

Check the fuel first—old gas from last season has likely degraded and lost combustibility, making … Read more

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Your Riding Mower Won’t Start Even With a New Battery? Here’s Why

October 30, 2025 by michael
Gloved hand uses multimeter probes on a riding lawn mower’s starter solenoid and battery terminal, with a new battery installed and a slightly corroded ground clamp visible; mower hood open in a garage, blurred seat and safety switch in the background.

You’ve installed a fresh battery, turned the key with anticipation, and… nothing. That sinking frustration … Read more

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Perfect Lawn Mower Belt Tension: Fix Common Problems and Prevent Costly Repairs

October 22, 2025 by michael
"Close-up of a lawn mower showing the belt system, illustrating proper tensioning for efficient mowing."

Proper belt tension stands as the cornerstone of your lawn mower’s performance and longevity. A … Read more

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Get Your Dormant Lawn Mower Running Again (Without Breaking a Sweat)

October 19, 2025 by michael
"Lawn mower on a clean workshop bench prepared for maintenance, with workshop tools blurred in the background."

Reviving a dormant lawn mower requires specific steps to avoid common starting issues and potential … Read more

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