One of the biggest advantages of laying sod is that it’s the fastest way to get yourself a brand new lawn. Unlike seeding, you’ll get the instant effect of new grass as soon as you lay your sod. However, you still need to wait some time for your sod to root before you can use…
One of the most important elements of aftercare for new grass is knowing when to mow for the first time. Mow too soon, and you risk ripping up or trampling the tender seedlings before they’re established in the soil. Mowing too late, on the other hand, will leave you with too much foliage to take…
When mowing your lawn, you have two options: you can either bag the grass clippings, or leave them in place wherever they fall. Both methods can provide your lawn with benefits under different circumstances. It’s important to know when to mulch or bag grass clippings to maintain the health of your lawn. You always bag…
A lawnmower coil maintains the voltage to keep the lawnmower running. The coil works alongside the spark plug to produce high voltage and, as a result, a spark. The ignition coil powers the spark plug. One of the signs of a faulty ignition coil is when the lawnmower won’t start. To diagnose the ignition coil,…
“2-stroke” and “4-stroke” are terms you become familiar with as a lawnmower owner or someone looking to buy one. The words describe the type of engine your lawnmower has. If you aren’t a professional lawnmower, you might not be concerned about whether your lawnmower has a 2-stroke engine or a 4-stroke engine, as long as…
The lawnmower deck is the widest part of the lawnmower that prevents debris and particles from flying out. It also houses the blades and protects the operator and the engine mower from the particles. There are different sizes of the lawnmower deck, but they are generally made of corrosion-resistant metal. Reasons for needing to change…
It is such a pain when you want to care for your lawn but your lawnmower won’t start. The reasons for this can vary from minor issues like little to no gas in the fuel tank or something as crucial as engine issues. To start a Husqvarna lawnmower, there are some checks you need to…
Has your Honda lawn mower failed to start? Well, this is not an uncommon occurrence. Your lawn mower not starting is a sign that something is wrong with a component or more. You cannot precisely tell what the problem is at surface level, so the first thing to do is run checks. Most of these…
Replacing a lawnmower blade would require you to remove the old one first, but what happens when you cannot get it out because the blade is stuck? You might even want to take it out because it needs some sharpening or cleaning. A lawnmower blade can be stuck for many reasons like the bolt being…
The blades of a lawnmower are an essential part of the machine. They are responsible for keeping your lawn looking manicured and well-trimmed. However, due to use and heavy maintenance over time, they get damaged and need to be replaced. Replacing old blades with new ones is usually a straightforward affair, provided that the make…
