Mowing

Did your John Deere tractor stop suddenly, and you can’t for the life of you figure out what went wrong? Well, the good news is it might not be your fault, but to know for sure, you will have to check the factory fault codes. In some cases, a quick cool-down or visual diagnostic will … Read more

Every time my mower shuts off when it’s not supposed to, I shake my head in frustration. The issues with stalling mowers could come from so many different places that it can be annoying to sort out. Electrical systems, belts, wires, and various shorts can all cause your mower blades to stall. One way to … Read more

Many lawn mower components can hold up year after year. The issue with mowers begins when regular maintenance fails and care at the end and beginning of the mowing season becomes neglected. I find going over a lawn mower maintenance checklist every fall and spring gives me peace of mind that my machine won’t let … Read more

As the grass grows less and less between cuts and the blades, approach their ideal winter height, taking care of lawn tractor equipment is the last task of the mowing season. Lawn equipment is made to last for many years but is up to us to do our part to keep it maintained and fine-tuned … Read more

As Halloween approaches, the cold weather creeps in, and thoughts of putting the lawn to bed for the winter are afoot. I use this time to review my mental checklist of winterizing my yard and begin getting together all the tools and products I’ll need to get the job done. I have warm-season grasses, so … Read more

Craftsman is most commonly associated with power tools and was acquired by Stanley Black & Decker in 2018.  The Craftsman product line includes many other products from numerous industries, including lawn mowers. Zero-turn mowers, self-propelled mowers, walk-behind mowers, yard tractors, and lawn tractors can all be found under the current Craftsman brand.  Who Are the … Read more

Winter is fast approaching, and some areas have already experienced heavy frosts (and even snow!). In the various around-the-house preparations for winter (like collecting the piles of leaves from your lawn), it’s easy to forget about your lawn. So, perhaps frost has arrived, and you notice your lawn looks a bit rough. But can you … Read more

Lawn mower engines, while not entirely complex, have a certain number of issues that can arise. One is the engine backfires, or you hear a loud pop, and the machine no longer starts. Several different things can cause a lawn mower engine to pop, dealing with the spark plug, engine timing, and more.  You were … Read more

Perhaps you’ve defaulted to a push lawn mower after you moved to a home with a smaller lawn. A large riding lawn mower might not make sense, so you pack it away in storage. Or, maybe you’ve neglected your yard for a couple of years (it happens), and the lawn mower has just sat, collecting … Read more

Growing a thick, lush lawn is quite the process, especially if you start from scratch with compact soil. While you wait for the grass to grow, perhaps you meticulously planted beautiful flower beds, with mulch beds skirting the blooms to ward off unwanted plants.  Unfortunately, as much as you want your grass to flourish, you … Read more

TruFuel is a range of ethanol-free fuels mixed with a certain proportion of lubricants, stabilizers, and detergents, made for the smaller engines of outdoor power equipment, including lawn mowers. This fuel mixture helps 2 or 4-cylinder engines run smoother, stay cleaner, and they spare you the task of mixing fuel with conditioners yourself.  Is TruFuel … Read more

One of our favorite summertime activities is getting the mower out and cutting the grass. It’s important not to overdo it, especially in the summer, but mowing is actually helpful to the lawn. It doesn’t just keep the yard looking neat, but it helps it stay resilient under the stressors of the warmest months, including … Read more

Overseeding is one of the best ways to promote a dense and vibrant turf. There are several ways you can prepare the yard to accept new grass seed, one being to cut the grass to better expose the soil surface. Cutting the grass at the time of planting also coordinates the period of rest your … Read more

There are many different reasons the pull string on your mower is stuck. Without the proper knowledge, it can be hard to diagnose the problem, much less fix it. Mowers are machinery, and something is bound to go wrong at some point. There are a few common problems, which we just so happen to know … Read more