{"id":135293,"date":"2025-06-24T12:12:04","date_gmt":"2025-06-24T15:12:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/?p=135293"},"modified":"2025-06-24T12:12:06","modified_gmt":"2025-06-24T15:12:06","slug":"signs-time-replace-lawn-mower","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-equipment\/signs-time-replace-lawn-mower\/","title":{"rendered":"11 Signs It\u2019s Time to Replace Your Lawn Mower"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Sometimes your lawn mower needs a quick repair job, but there comes a time when fixing it may not be a practical option, if it\u2019s an option at all.&nbsp;<\/p>    <p>Whether you are dealing with a smoking lawn mower, unusual noises, or poor cutting performance, learn from a specialist how to recognize the signs that it\u2019s time to replace your lawn mower.<\/p>   <div class=\"wp-block-ub-table-of-contents-block ub_table-of-contents\" id=\"ub_table-of-contents-f920b5c4-bd2a-4792-8048-dbae2bffdad1\" data-linktodivider=\"false\" data-showtext=\"show\" data-hidetext=\"hide\" data-scrolltype=\"auto\" data-enablesmoothscroll=\"false\" data-initiallyhideonmobile=\"false\" data-initiallyshow=\"true\"><div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-header-container\" style=\"\"> \t\t\t<div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-header\" style=\"text-align: left; \"> \t\t\t\t<div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-title\">Watch out for these signs:<\/div> \t\t\t\t \t\t\t<\/div> \t\t<\/div><div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-extra-container\" style=\"\"> \t\t\t<div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-container ub_table-of-contents-1-column\"> \t\t\t\t<ul style=\"\"><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-equipment\/signs-time-replace-lawn-mower\/#0-1-difficulty-starting\" style=\"\">1. Difficulty Starting<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-equipment\/signs-time-replace-lawn-mower\/#1-2-excessive-smoke\" style=\"\">2. Excessive Smoke<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-equipment\/signs-time-replace-lawn-mower\/#2-3-oil-leaks\" style=\"\">3. Oil Leaks<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-equipment\/signs-time-replace-lawn-mower\/#3-4-poor-cutting-performance\" style=\"\">4. Poor Cutting Performance<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-equipment\/signs-time-replace-lawn-mower\/#4-5-unusual-noises\" style=\"\">5. Unusual Noises<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-equipment\/signs-time-replace-lawn-mower\/#5-6-excessive-vibration\" style=\"\">6. Excessive Vibration<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-equipment\/signs-time-replace-lawn-mower\/#6-7-frequent-costly-repairs\" style=\"\">7. Frequent Costly Repairs<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-equipment\/signs-time-replace-lawn-mower\/#7-8-rust-and-structural-damage\" style=\"\">8. Rust and Structural Damage<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-equipment\/signs-time-replace-lawn-mower\/#8-9-overuse-or-poor-maintenance\" style=\"\">9. Overuse or Poor Maintenance<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-equipment\/signs-time-replace-lawn-mower\/#9-10-outdated-technology\" style=\"\">10. Outdated Technology<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-equipment\/signs-time-replace-lawn-mower\/#10-11-upgrade-for-a-larger-yard\" style=\"\">11. Upgrade for a Larger Yard<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-equipment\/signs-time-replace-lawn-mower\/#11-faq-about-replacing-your-lawn-mower\" style=\"\">FAQ About Replacing Your Lawn Mower<\/a><\/li><\/ul> \t\t\t<\/div> \t\t<\/div><\/div>   <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"0-1-difficulty-starting\">1. Difficulty Starting<\/h2>    <figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/starting-lawn-mower-1.jpg?wsr\" alt=\"A man starting the engine of a gas lawn mower with a starter rope\" class=\"wp-image-135305\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/starting-lawn-mower-1.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/starting-lawn-mower-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/starting-lawn-mower-1-656x437.jpg 656w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/starting-lawn-mower-1-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/starting-lawn-mower-1-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/stock.adobe.com\/images\/a-man-starts-the-engine-of-a-petrol-lawn-mower-with-a-starter-rope-mowing-grass-in-the-spring-in-a-garden-plot\/1434063582\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Natalia<\/a> \/ Adobe Stock<\/figcaption><\/figure>    <p>When a lawn mower has difficulty starting, it can be a sign that its engine has reached the end of its life.<\/p>    <p>Of course, other issues can also cause a mower to have difficulty starting:<\/p>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li>Clogged fuel line<\/li>    <li>Dirty or worn spark plug<\/li>    <li>Mower batteries have degraded (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/reviews\/best-electric-lawn-mowers\/\">electric lawn mowers<\/a>)<\/li> <\/ul>    <p>These issues can be fixed with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-equipment\/lawn-mower-maintenance\/\">lawn mower maintenance<\/a> and repair work, so properly diagnose the issue (or take it to a local small engine repair shop) before you decide to replace your current mower.<\/p>    <figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td>Instead of mowing your lawn yourself, you can <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/lawn-care\">hire a LawnStarter pro<\/a> to trim your grass for you. Our customers <strong>pay an average of $48 per mowing service<\/strong>.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>    <p><strong>See Related:<\/strong><\/p>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-2\/how-to-change-lawn-mower-spark-plugs\/\">How to Change Spark Plugs on a Lawn Mower<\/a><\/li>    <li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-2\/charge-lawn-mower-batteries\/\">How to Charge, Maintain Lawn Mower Batteries<\/a><\/li> <\/ul>    <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"1-2-excessive-smoke\">2. Excessive Smoke<\/h2>    <figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/smoke-from-mower-1.jpg?wsr\" alt=\"closeup of smoke coming out of a mower with a man nearby\" class=\"wp-image-135307\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/smoke-from-mower-1.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/smoke-from-mower-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/smoke-from-mower-1-656x437.jpg 656w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/smoke-from-mower-1-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/smoke-from-mower-1-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/stock.adobe.com\/images\/lawn-mower-preparing-mower-before-the-season-exploit-old-lawn-mower-and-the-cloud-of-exhaust-fumes\/133695728\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Tramper2<\/a> \/ Adobe Stock<\/figcaption><\/figure>    <p>Sometimes, repairs are sufficient for fixing a smoking lawn mower. But if a lawn mower continues to smoke even after repairs, it has reached the end of its lifespan.&nbsp;<\/p>    <p>If your lawn mower is spouting clouds of smoke, here\u2019s when it\u2019s a costly problem and your mower might need replacing:<\/p>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><strong>Damaged engine or crankcase:<\/strong> Excessive white or blue smoke coming from your mower\u2019s exhaust indicates an engine problem, such as a cracked crankcase.<\/li>    <li><strong>Electric lawn mowers:<\/strong> An electric lawn mower might smoke when its motor burns out. This may be fixable (e.g., clogged debris) or not (engine failure).<\/li> <\/ul>    <p>But there are times when excessive smoke is not a big issue, such as:<\/p>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><strong>Burning oil:<\/strong> When the oil tank is filled too high, burning oil might cause white smoke. To resolve this issue, allow the lawn mower to cool down and then remove the excess oil. Be careful not to overfill your tank again.<\/li>    <li><strong>Clogged air filter: <\/strong>Black smoke coming from your lawn mower may be caused by a clogged air filter. To fix this issue, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-equipment\/how-to-clean-change-lawn-mower-air-filter\/\">clean or replace your mower\u2019s air filter<\/a>.<\/li> <\/ul>    <p><strong>See Related: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/reviews\/best-lawn-mowers\/\">8 Best Lawn Mowers<\/a><\/p>    <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"2-3-oil-leaks\">3. Oil Leaks<\/h2>    <p>Keep track of how much oil it typically takes to refill your lawn mower. If your lawn mower starts needing more oil than normal, it might need to be replaced.<\/p>    <p><strong>See Related: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-2\/how-to-change-lawn-mower-oil\/\">How to Change the Oil in a Lawn Mower in 9 Steps<\/a><\/p>    <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"3-4-poor-cutting-performance\">4. Poor Cutting Performance<\/h2>    <p>If you have recently <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-equipment\/how-to-sharpen-lawn-mower-blades\/\">sharpened your mower blades<\/a> yet your lawn mower still scalps your lawn or leaves behind choppy, uneven rows of uncut grass, it might be an indicator of minor to severe damage to your lawn mower, such as:<\/p>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li>A loose belt<\/li>    <li>Problems with the motor<\/li>    <li>Mowing deck that\u2019s rusted out, damaged, or misaligned<\/li> <\/ul>    <p>For a riding lawn mower, poor cutting performance might mean you have a flat tire or that its mowing deck is uneven or suffering from another problem. Before you decide to replace your lawn mower, make sure to do some troubleshooting first.<\/p>    <p><strong>See Related:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-equipment\/how-often-should-you-sharpen-mower-blades\/\">How Often Should You Sharpen Lawn Mower Blades?<\/a><\/p>    <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"4-5-unusual-noises\">5. Unusual Noises<\/h2>    <figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/checking-lawn-mower-1.jpg?wsr\" alt=\"closeup of a man fixing lawn mower in garden\" class=\"wp-image-135308\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/checking-lawn-mower-1.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/checking-lawn-mower-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/checking-lawn-mower-1-656x437.jpg 656w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/checking-lawn-mower-1-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/checking-lawn-mower-1-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/stock.adobe.com\/images\/man-fixing-lawn-mower-in-garden-closeup\/700390599\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">New Africa<\/a> \/ Adobe Stock<\/figcaption><\/figure>    <p>If your lawn mower continues to make unusual knocking or grinding noises, it could be a sign of internal mechanical issues, including:<\/p>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><strong>A thrown rod:<\/strong> This can happen if you run your lawn mower when it doesn\u2019t have enough oil.<\/li>    <li><strong>A bent crankshaft:<\/strong> This<strong> <\/strong>can occur when you mow over large rocks, sticks, or stumps.<\/li> <\/ul>    <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"5-6-excessive-vibration\">6. Excessive Vibration<\/h2>    <p>When a lawn mower engine vibrates more than normal, a bent crankshaft or rod might be the culprit. You may be able to get your crankshaft repaired, but it might be easier (and cheaper) to replace your lawn mower instead.<\/p>    <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"6-7-frequent-costly-repairs\">7. Frequent Costly Repairs<\/h2>    <p>Repeatedly making repairs or buying new parts for your lawn mower is probably not worth the cost. Here are some tips to avoid overspending on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/cost\/lawn-mower-repair-price\/\">costly lawn mower repairs<\/a>:<\/p>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><strong>Keep a record of the repairs you do and how much you spend.<\/strong> If you spend so much on repairs that it would be comparable to buying a new lawn mower, opt for a replacement instead.&nbsp;<\/li>    <li><strong>Do a cost-benefit analysis. <\/strong>Components such as the engine or the transmission are pricey to repair and may not be worth the cost. \u201cWhen the cost is over $100, it might be time to get a new mower,\u201d says Robert R. Westerfield, Extension agent at the University of Georgia.<\/li>    <li><strong>Consider the age of your lawn mower.<\/strong> Models over 10 years old will eventually give out.&nbsp;<\/li>    <li><strong>See if parts are available for your model.<\/strong> \u201cSometimes it\u2019s difficult to find repair parts,\u201d Westerfield says. If you can\u2019t find the right parts for your lawn mower, it may be necessary to replace it.<\/li> <\/ul>    <p>\u201cIf you\u2019re handy and can fix things, you can fix your lawn mower pretty cheaply,\u201d says Westerfield. He suggests DIYers search on YouTube for how-to videos. However, if you do not have immediate knowledge or DIY skills, it might be easier to replace your mower.<\/p>    <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"7-8-rust-and-structural-damage\">8. Rust and Structural Damage<\/h2>    <p>Rain, snow, or wet grass stuck to the mowing deck can cause rust. Rust causes significant structural damage to metal components and weakens your mower\u2019s machinery, sometimes beyond repair. When components of a lawn mower are visibly damaged or cracked, it may not function properly.&nbsp;<\/p>    <p><strong>See Related:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-equipment\/best-way-to-clean-lawn-mower-deck\/\">Best Ways to Clean a Lawn Mower Deck<\/a><\/p>    <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"8-9-overuse-or-poor-maintenance\">9. Overuse or Poor Maintenance<\/h2>    <p>Nothing lasts forever, so if your lawn mower is older than 10 years, performance issues indicate that the mower should be replaced. Westerfield explains that some lawn mowers may not even last 10 years, depending on how well they are maintained and how well they are built.&nbsp;<\/p>    <p>\u201cKeep them serviced,\u201d he says, explaining that proper maintenance is the best way to extend a lawn mower\u2019s lifespan.&nbsp;<\/p>    <p>If your mower has served a long time and is starting to have troubleshooting issues, it might be telling you that it\u2019s ready to retire.<\/p>    <p><em><strong>Pro Tip:<\/strong> Westerfield explains that a common maintenance mistake homeowners make is to store their mowing equipment improperly. To avoid this, Westerfield advises homeowners to use up all the fuel in the lawn mower and remove the spark plugs before putting it in long-term storage at the end of the mowing season.&nbsp;<\/em><\/p>    <p><strong>See Related: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-2\/winterize-lawn-mower-3-steps\/\">How to Winterize Your Lawn Mower<\/a><\/p>    <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"9-10-outdated-technology\">10. Outdated Technology<\/h2>    <figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"505\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/rusty-lawn-mower-1.jpg?wsr\" alt=\"old vintage antique manual push mower with a broken wheel\" class=\"wp-image-135309\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/rusty-lawn-mower-1.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/rusty-lawn-mower-1-300x189.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/rusty-lawn-mower-1-656x414.jpg 656w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/rusty-lawn-mower-1-150x95.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/rusty-lawn-mower-1-768x485.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/stock.adobe.com\/images\/horizontal-image-of-an-old-vintage-antique-manual-push-mower-with-a-broken-wheel\/172906913\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">nat2851terry<\/a> \/ Adobe Stock<\/figcaption><\/figure>    <p>Although your lawn mower may be in perfect working order, that doesn\u2019t make it efficient at cutting grass. Technology advances fast, so if you own an older model, you might want to upgrade your lawn mower if:<\/p>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li>Your push lawn mower requires a lot of physical exertion, and you\u2019d prefer a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-equipment\/self-propelled-vs-push-mower\/\">self-propelled lawn mower<\/a> instead.<\/li>    <li>You want to replace your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/reviews\/best-gas-lawn-mowers\/\">gas mower<\/a> with an electric lawn mower.&nbsp;<\/li>    <li>You\u2019re looking for a mower with specific features, such as improved safety features.<\/li>    <li>Your lawn mower model is underperforming compared to newer models.<\/li> <\/ul>    <p>When you\u2019re ready for an upgrade, a new, updated lawn mower will be more efficient for trimming grass, and its new features will give you a better mowing experience.<\/p>    <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"10-11-upgrade-for-a-larger-yard\">11. Upgrade for a Larger Yard<\/h2>    <p>A bigger yard needs a bigger mower. Westerfield explains that homeowners who own yards over 1\/2 acre will need to upgrade their lawn mower, since working with a small push mower will not be feasible for trimming grass on a large plot of land.<\/p>    <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"11-faq-about-replacing-your-lawn-mower\">FAQ About Replacing Your Lawn Mower<\/h2>    <div class=\"schema-faq wp-block-yoast-faq-block\"><div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1749876403422\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Is It Worth Repairing a 10-Year-Old Lawn Mower?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Lawn mowers have a lifespan of 10 to 15 years, so if your old lawn mower is already a decade old, it\u2019s better to replace it rather than spend money on costly repairs.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1749876412913\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">What Should I Do With My Old Mower?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Check local city sites for information on how to dispose of an old lawn mower. Here are some ideas:<br\/><br\/><strong>To dispose of your mower:<\/strong><br\/><br\/><strong>\u2022<\/strong> Call your city trash collection for a curbside pickup.<br\/><strong>\u2022<\/strong> Ask your local small engine repair shop if they take them.<br\/><strong>\u2022<\/strong> See if your local metal recycling yard takes them for scrap metal.<br\/><br\/><strong>If your lawn mower still works:<\/strong><br\/><br\/><strong>\u2022<\/strong> Sell your old model.<br\/><strong>\u2022<\/strong> Donate it to charity.<br\/><strong>\u2022<\/strong> Give it to a friend or neighbor.<br\/><strong>\u2022<\/strong> List it as \u201cfree\u201d on a social media marketplace.<br\/><br\/><em><strong>Pro Tip:<\/strong> For disposal, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-2\/how-to-drain-gas-from-lawn-mower\/\">drain your lawn mower of gas<\/a> and oil. For electric mowers, remove the battery.<br\/><\/em><br\/><strong>See Related: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-equipment\/gas-vs-electric-lawn-mowers\/\">Gas vs. Electric Lawn Mowers<\/a><\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1749876449396\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">How Much Does a New Lawn Mower Cost?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Prices vary depending on the model, but on average, a walk-behind <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/cost\/lawn-mower-price\/\">lawn mower costs<\/a><strong> about $322<\/strong>. Riding lawn mowers <strong>cost about $2,960<\/strong>.<\/p> <\/div> <\/div>    <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"12-get-professional-lawn-care\">Get Professional Lawn Care<\/h2>    <p>Instead of spending your money on maintaining and replacing expensive mowing equipment, consider <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/lawn-care\">hiring a LawnStarter pro<\/a> to handle the mowing (and mower upkeep). Avoid the hassle of lawn care and leave your yard in the hands of a qualified, licensed lawn care pro.<\/p>   <div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle wp-block-ub-content-toggle-block\" id=\"ub-content-toggle-block-e2b4a4f6-3fd3-4c58-ab2a-559b47bba6c8\" data-mobilecollapse=\"true\" data-desktopcollapse=\"true\" data-preventcollapse=\"false\" data-showonlyone=\"false\"> <div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion\" style=\"border-color: #f1f1f1; \" id=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-block-\"> \t\t\t<div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-title-wrap\" style=\"background-color: #f1f1f1;\" aria-controls=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-0-e2b4a4f6-3fd3-4c58-ab2a-559b47bba6c8\" tabindex=\"0\"> \t\t\t<p class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-title ub-content-toggle-title-e2b4a4f6-3fd3-4c58-ab2a-559b47bba6c8\" style=\"color: #000000; \"><strong>Sources:<\/strong><\/p> \t\t\t<div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-toggle-wrap right\" style=\"color: #000000;\"><span class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-state-indicator wp-block-ub-chevron-down\"><\/span><\/div> \t\t<\/div> \t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-content-wrap ub-hide\" id=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-0-e2b4a4f6-3fd3-4c58-ab2a-559b47bba6c8\">  <p><a href=\"https:\/\/extension.uga.edu\/about\/personnel-directory\/person.html\/5784\/bob-westerfield.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Bob Westerfield<\/a>, Extension agent at the University of Georgia, Griffin, GA. 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Here are some ideas:<br\/><br\/><strong>To dispose of your mower:<\/strong><br\/><br\/><strong>\u2022<\/strong> Call your city trash collection for a curbside pickup.<br\/><strong>\u2022<\/strong> Ask your local small engine repair shop if they take them.<br\/><strong>\u2022<\/strong> See if your local metal recycling yard takes them for scrap metal.<br\/><br\/><strong>If your lawn mower still works:<\/strong><br\/><br\/><strong>\u2022<\/strong> Sell your old model.<br\/><strong>\u2022<\/strong> Donate it to charity.<br\/><strong>\u2022<\/strong> Give it to a friend or neighbor.<br\/><strong>\u2022<\/strong> List it as \u201cfree\u201d on a social media marketplace.<br\/><br\/><em><strong>Pro Tip:<\/strong> For disposal, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-2\/how-to-drain-gas-from-lawn-mower\/\">drain your lawn mower of gas<\/a> and oil. For electric mowers, remove the battery.<br\/><\/em><br\/><strong>See Related: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-equipment\/gas-vs-electric-lawn-mowers\/\">Gas vs. Electric Lawn Mowers<\/a>","inLanguage":"en-US"},"inLanguage":"en-US"},{"@type":"Question","@id":"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-equipment\/signs-time-replace-lawn-mower\/#faq-question-1749876449396","position":3,"url":"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-equipment\/signs-time-replace-lawn-mower\/#faq-question-1749876449396","name":"How Much Does a New Lawn Mower Cost?","answerCount":1,"acceptedAnswer":{"@type":"Answer","text":"Prices vary depending on the model, but on average, a walk-behind <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/cost\/lawn-mower-price\/\">lawn mower costs<\/a><strong> about $322<\/strong>. Riding lawn mowers <strong>cost about $2,960<\/strong>.","inLanguage":"en-US"},"inLanguage":"en-US"}]}},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/135293","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/132"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=135293"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/135293\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/135294"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=135293"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=135293"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=135293"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}