Is Your Lawnmower Ready for Spring?

As we get our first dose of prolonged, warm weather in the greater St. Louis area, make sure your mower is in prime condition for the frequent cutting schedule of spring!

You might have taken care of a mowing or two already this season, but spring is a great time to take care of your mower so it can take care of your lawn all summer long!

Replacing spark plugs annually is a cheap, simple way to keep your mower in top condition. Refer to your owner's manual.

Again, it's good practice to replace air and fuel filters. For most common mowers, these are inexpensive and easy to replace on your own.

If you have a rider, are the tires inflated, with good tread? Inflate them to the proper PSI and replace when necessary.

Did you put a fuel preserver in your fuel container last winter? If not, that fuel is probably not fresh. Don't put stale fuel in your mower!

Many riding mowers have lubrication points. You can find a chart in your owner's manual. If you don't have a grease gun, here's an Amazon pick that gets the job done:

While you're lubricating, it's the perfect time to make sure your mower is clean. Wipe down painted areas and check for any rust damage.