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Used lawn equipment disposal is a huge challenge. After all, no matter what it is, it’s still used and that alone makes it difficult to offload. There’s little more frustrating than to drag out your lawn mower, line trimmer, edger, or leaf blower only to find it won’t start. When this happens, it’s usually possible to fix it. But, other times it’s not that simple.
Lawn Equipment Troubleshooting
Before you give up on used lawn equipment disposal, be sure to check a few things first. Sometimes, just a simple fix can provide more use or a prolonged life. Take a look at the spark plug and replace it, if necessary. If it’s fouled, replace it with a new one. That also goes for the fuel filter, too. Give it an examination to see if it’s in working order. Should it be bad, replace it with a new one.
No matter how smoothly your lawn mower hums, eventually the day will come when it coughs and sputters its way to the garbage heap. But is that an environmentally responsible way to discard it? The Outdoor Power Equipment Institute suggests five ways to handle the disposal problem. First, decide if the machine can still be used or has some value. Then, choose the most appropriate method for disposal. --Deseret News
Do the same for the air filter, as well. Take it out and clean it. If it’s in too bad condition, just fit the machine with a new air filter. Now, these steps might not be enough. So, be sure to check the carburetor. Replace it, if needed. Additionally, check and replace the fuel pump. Although, this still might fall short of making it work as it should. When it comes to used lawn equipment disposal, there are options available. Here are a few suggestions you can try out:
- Fix it. Instead of spending a bunch of money on new equipment, go the cheap route. Do some easy maintenance to get more life out of it. Check the filters, change the oil and fuel. Give it some TLC and squeeze more work out of it.
- Sell it. You can try to sell it to a local individual who can use the parts. You can place an online ad with a detailed description. Price it at a steal and you’ll attract more interest.
- Donate it. If the equipment is still in working order, there are some charitable and other organizations who would welcome a donation. A nearby church, private school, shelter, or other entity might take it off your hands for their benefit.
- Give it away. Yet another option is to simply give it away. Perhaps you have a handy neighbor, a coworker who tinkers with machines, or someone else. Don’t worry about getting anything for it because your goal is to get rid of it for good.
When it’s time for used lawn equipment disposal, go ahead and phone 800-433-1094 or visit AAA Rousse Services.
