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Lawn mowers work hard, so occasional repairs are not unusual.
He adds that lifespan depends on the hours used annually and the applications it is used in.
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That’s because the components work harder.
If the machine is over 10 years old, it’s likely not worth continuing to repair the machine.
Switching Power Sources
Several municipalities have banned gas-powered lawn mowers and leaf blowers.
Expensive Repairs
Lawn mowers are relatively simple to repair.
But when repair costs mount, it may be time to replace the mower.
Expired Warranty
Consider the warranty offered by the lawn mower’s manufacturer.
A mower with less time left on the warranty might mean it’s better to buy a new machine.
If you don’t maintain your gas mower well, it will have a much shorter lifespan.
“Gas push and riding mowers are similar to cars,” Cosby says.
“Declining performance and increasing repair costs can mean that it’s time to replace.”
“But understand that the life expectancy of the battery matches the life expectancy of the physical mower.”
Corded Electric Mower
Plug-in electric mowers tend to be fairly inexpensive, Cosby says.
If your corded electric mower has failed, it might make sense to buy a new mower.
Though managing the extension cord can be a challenge, cordedelectric lawn mowersare quiet and lightweight.
They’re also greener than battery models because they plug directly into household 120V current.
Cosby cautions that manual push mowers tend to become rusty.
Cities and states with restrictions on gas-powered lawn equipment.
