Before you know it, it will be time to fire up the lawn mower for the first mow of the season! Sometimes this can be an exciting idea, but if your lawn mower isn’t ready to go, it can become more daunting than fun. Our team at Wildwood Mower & Saw is here to help you buy, maintain, and enjoy your outdoor equipment, so we’ve put together a quick list of things you can do to prepare your mower in the spring.

Hopefully, your mower was stowed away for the winter, in an outbuilding or with a secured cover to protect it from any harsh weather. When you bring it out of storage it’s best to start with a good cleaning, even if you cleaned it up at the end of the season the year before.

Cleaning your mower right away will help you identify any issues that may have occurred during the idle months. You can check for leaks or any exterior damage when your mower is clean.

Once you give your mower a good wipe-down, you can focus on completing any regular maintenance tasks or repairs that need to be done. Check the tires, the blades, the oil, the fuel, and all controls. Make sure it starts up easily! Tackling all of these maintenance tasks now will make the first cut of the season much more efficient.

The timing of your first grass cut can be an important decision. You want to allow the grass to exit its dormancy, meaning you don’t want to mow too early in the season. Although you can prep your mower early in the spring as the weather begins to warm, you don’t want to jump into your mowing routine too quickly! Now that you have a clean and well-serviced mower, it’s time to patiently wait for the perfect time to cut the grass.

Whether or not you’re excited about mowing your lawn, you can visit us in Wildwood, FL, to schedule your next service appointment or browse our selection of mowers. We proudly serve The Villages and Oxford, FL.