Lawn Care

Learn the best ways to mow the lawn, take care of those pesky weeds and create the backyard of your dreams with these lawn care maintenance and repair tips.

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Reporting for Duty: The Cub Cadet Riding Mower Makes Lawn Care Easy

The Cub Cadet Riding Mower offers long-lasting, quality performance at a budget-friendly price.

Improve the Health of Your Yard with the Sun Joe Dethatcher

Don’t let your grass get smothered with thatch! Use the top-rated Sun Joe Dethatcher to care for the...


Best Hedge Trimmer to Groom Your Greenery

We've rounded up some of the best hedge trimmers, along with advice on how to find the right gas or...


How To Drain Gas From a Lawn Mower

When a lawn mower needs to be winterized, draining the gas is an important step. This detailed guide shows you...


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7 Best Electric Lawn Mowers to Keep Overgrown Grass at Bay in 2023

The best electric lawn mowers help homeowners keep their grass looking tidy while reducing emissions and maintenance time.

How to Repair a Garden Hose

Fix leaky garden hoses quickly and cheaply.


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What to Do Within the First Year After Moving Into Your New Home

When you move into your new home, there are a number of cleaning tasks, basic projects and upgrades to consider....


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Self-Propelled Lawn Mowers: What to Know Before You Buy

What are the key features to look for in a self-propelled mower, and how do you know if these mowers...


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Yard Safety Tips for Commonly Used Equipment

Injuries can occur if the right safety precautions aren't adhered to while using lawn and garden equipment. Here are simple...


10 Signs to Check Your Lawn Mower Blade Sharpness

Notice your lawn looking a little uneven? That could be a sign it's time to sharpen your lawn mower blade.

15 Things Your Neighbors Want You to Stop Doing

It's not big deal to you, but your neighbors are rolling their eyes!


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When Should You Start Mowing Your Lawn in the Spring?

Keep these things in mind before mowing your lawn for the first time this spring.


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Should You Cut Wet Grass After it Rains?

We address the age-old dilemma of whether to cut wet grass or wait until it dries.


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String Trimmer Buying Guide

From ease of use to cutting versatility and maintenance, here's everything you need to know about buying a weed whacker.


How to Get Started in Welding

Whether you’d like to build custom cars or just fix a cracked lawn mower deck, learning to weld gives your...

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How to Repair Small Engines: Cleaning the Lawn Mower Carburetor

Don't Google "small engine repair near me" the next time your lawnmower sputters. Learn how to do it yourself. Small...


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Lawn Aerator Buying Guide

What if you owned a lawn aerator? Would you aerate your lawn more often if all you had to do...


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How to Winterize a Chainsaw

Keep your chainsaw in tip-top shape during the winter off-season


10 Best Leaf Blower Attachments of 2023

Leaf blower attachments can unlock the potential power and utility of the machine. Clean up your yard in no time...


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How to Sharpen Lawn Mower Blades

It's easy when you know what you're doing!


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What to Know About Buying a Lawn Mower in 2023

How to pick the perfect lawn mower match for your property and your comfort level.


How to Get Rid of Gasoline Smell

To get rid of that smell, you'll need to do much more than mask it with a sweetly-scented spray.


20 Bad Spring Yard Work Habits You Need to Stop Doing

It's been a long winter and you're ready to start some yard work. But before you grab that rake or...


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How and When to Change Oil in a Lawn Mower

The Family Handyman automotive expert, Rick Muscoplat, will show you how to change lawn mower oil.

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Outdoor Storage Locker

A little garden and lawn mower shed that spells big relief for a...


How to Install an Attic Lift

Send heavy loads to the attic—with the press of a button


How to Sharpen Mower Blades With an Angle Grinder

An angle grinder makes quick work of this dirty job.


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How to Repair a Lawn Mower Pull Cord

Replace a broken starter rope in a half hour.


Lawn Mower Won’t Start

Learn the reasons why a lawn mower won't start after winter or during peak season, and how to fix those...