There's nothing worse than getting into the groove of cutting the grass and your mower suddenly backfiring. Thankfully, it's ...

If you're experiencing turbulence while on your riding mower, you may need to give the machine some care. Find out what the ...

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Finding the right mower for your yard, one that runs smoothly, cuts the grass well, and has plenty of power, is worth the effort and research it takes. Comparing self-propelled versus push mowers to ...

With a little know-how, you can soon learn how to diagnose and fix common problems with your lawn mower's engine. Ah, spring, time to get outside and do. Cut that grass! Turn that soil! So you roll ...

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Since June of 1982, lawn mower safety regulations require all walk-behind mowers sold in the United States to have a handle-mounted blade brake. This safety feature is sometimes referred to as a zone ...

The period just before spring blooms is an ideal time to get your lawn tractor or lawn mower ready for action, so it’s primed to go when you need it. We consulted Consumer Reports’ testing experts to ...

Nothing is worse for a landscaping enthusiast than broken grass-cutting equipment. There are certainly ways to tell it's time for a new lawn mower, but a deteriorating lower handle doesn't have to be ...

No matter what type of lawnmower you own, it's important you keep that blade sharp. Otherwise, you risk yanking your lawn instead of slicing it cleanly and healthfully down to size. A sharp blade also ...