Throughout the summer months, there is nothing better than relaxing in your garden and enjoying the sunshine. However, this experience can be ruined if your garden is not well maintained and tidy. This is why it is very important to keep on top of your garden work, to make sure it stays in a presentable condition all year round. In this article, we will discuss some regular maintenance tasks you should be conducting on your lawn mower to keep your garden in a great condition.
The main tool for maintaining your garden is going to be your lawn mower. If you do not already have one, it is a great investment, so it is worthwhile purchasing one. There are many different types of lawn mowers out there, so you will need to conduct some research to find which lawn mower will be best suited for you and one that fits in your budget. Your lawn mower is going to be used to keep your grass short, which is vital for keeping your garden presentable. On average you will need to cut your grass every two weeks during the summer months, but this can vary depending on how fast your grass grows.
Maintaining your lawn mover is also very important, you will need to clean it after every use to remove the grass clippings from below the mower. You will also need to wipe the excess grass from the blades. This will help prevent a build up of grass which can negatively affect the lawn mowers performance. Around once a year, you will also need to sharpen the blades of your lawn mower. This will allow your mower to cut the grass more easily and will also promote healthier grass growth.
If you have a petrol mower, you will need to regularly check its fuel and oil levels. You will need to consult the manufacturers guidelines to know how often you need to change the oil, and you will need to refill the fuel every time you use it, to prevent it from running out.
If you run into faults with your mower, instead of replacing it, you may be able to fix it by replacing some parts. If you own a Briggs and Stratton Lawn mower you can go online to find a company that sells Briggs and Stratton Parts. An example of one of these companies is www.briggsbits.co.uk