When spring weather makes your yard lush and verdant, it’s time to get your lawn mower out of the garage or shed. Before the first use, it’s important that you prepare your yard care equipment to ensure efficiency and ease of operation. Here are a few tips for preparing your lawn mower for the spring season.

How to Prepare Your Lawn Mower for the Spring

1. Clean It 

Your lawn mower might have collected some dust throughout the winter season. Rinse it off with your garden hose, and wipe off any lingering dirt and leafy debris with a washcloth. Finish with a fresh coat of wax to keep it as clean as possible during springtime use. 

2. Sharpen the Blades

Dull lawn mower blades generally shred grass rather than trimming it, which might cause brown spots and dead patches. Remove the main blade, and sharpen it carefully. If you notice damages, such as dents or nicks, have the blade replaced.

3. Change the Oil  

Protect your lawn mower’s engine by changing the oil before you start using it more heavily during the spring. Unscrew the cap at the bottom of the engine, and allow the old oil to completely flow into a pan or bucket. Once drained, replace the cap, and pour new oil into the reservoir at the top. 

Schedule a Tuneup

Allow heavy equipment specialists to perform a tuneup on your lawn mower once the weather gets warm. They’ll typically remove and replace the spark plug and clean or replace the air filter. Additionally, they’ll inspect your equipment and perform repairs as necessary.  

Keep your lawn healthy and gorgeous with power equipment from Wagoner Power Equipment. They provide lawn mower, hedge trimmer, chainsaw, and multitask tool rentals and sales to clients throughout Englewood, OH. Call (937) 836-9611 to ask about parts in stock or schedule an appointment for maintenance services. Visit them online to see a list of their new and used equipment.