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Fertilizing Lawn Tips
Every type of grass requires different fertilizers, and various parts of the country need more fertilizing than others. Research to find out how to fertilize your lawn with advice from a...
What Is Landscape Construction?
Landscape construction consists of patios, pergolas, canopies, gazebos, lattice work, ponds and irrigation. Understand the elements that go into landscape construction with advice from a...
How to Sharpen a Power Mower Blade
When sharpening a power mower blade, remove the blade from the machine, secure it in a vice, and run the file down the blade in a single direction. Keep mower blades sharp for the best results...
How to Replace a Sprinkler Head
To replace a sprinkler head, dig out around the sprinkler, pull it up gently by hand, remove the damaged sprinkler head, and replace it with a new one. Fix a busted sprinkler head with advice from...
How to Spread Grass Seed
Spreading grass seed can be done using a fertilizing wand set on the lowest setting to sprinkle a very thin, even layer across an entire lawn. Be sure to pick out the right grass seed for the...
How to Sharpen Push Mower Blades
Sharpening a push mower blade with a file can be tricky, so taking it to a lawn mower repair shop is always recommended. Avoid losing a finger when sharpening mower blades with advice from a...
How to De-Thatch a Lawn
Thatching a lawn requires utilizing a thatching rake to comb through the grass and weed out dead, unwanted material. Thatch a yard every other year or so with advice from a professional landscaper...
How to Use a Manual Lawn Edger
A manual lawn edger is perfect for creating a crisp edge around a flowerbed. Cut into sod using this handy tool with advice from a professional landscaper in this free video on lawn maintenance.
How to Mow a Lawn with a Manual Push Reel Mower
As eco-friendly becomes more popular, consider mowing your yard without gasoline or electricity! Mow your lawn with just green manpower. Push reel mowers are becoming more popular and are...
Electric Lawn Mower Troubleshooting
The first step in electric lawn mower troubleshooting is checking to make sure that the cord is in good shape, and that the wire is the right gauge. Discover how electric lawn mowers often have...
How to Mount Lawn Mower Tires
In mounting lawn mower tires, inspect the shaft to make sure it's not worn after removing the wheel. Use synthetic grease to keep threads of a lawn mower tire in good shape with help from the...
How to Replace the Drive Belt on a Rear-Drive Lawn Mower
When replacing the drive belt on a rear-drive lawn mower, make sure the spark plug is disconnected, remove the blade, take off any bolts for the belt cover and remove the belt. Find out how to put...
Basic Tractor Maintenance
Maintaining clean fluids and oil filters are the two most important issues in tractor maintenance. Get basic tractor maintenance tips in this free video on tractor maintenance.
Preparing a Tractor for Storage
Tractor storage preparation such as blocking down the clutch pedal should be done before storing a tractor for extended periods of time. Learn how to prepare a tractor for storage in this free video.
How to Shift Gears on a Tractor
Shifting gears on a tractor is very different from shifting gears in a car. Learn how to shift gears on a tractor in this free video on tractor operation.
Diesel Tractors vs. Gasoline Tractors
Diesel tractors have the advantage of much more power and lower maintenance than tractors with gasoline engines. Find out why diesel tractors are superior to tractors with gasoline engines in this...
Restarting a Diesel Tractor After It Has Run Out of Fuel
If a diesel engine runs out of fuel, the fuel lines fill with air. These fuel lines must be purged of the air and filled with diesel. Learn how to restart a diesel tractor after it has run out of...
PTO Shaft on a Tractor: How It Works
The PTO shaft, or power take off shaft, on a tractor transfers power from the engine to the rotary implement. Learn how the PTO shaft works on a tractor in this free video on tractor operation.
PTO Clutch on a Tractor: How It Works
The PTO overrun clutch, or power take off overrun clutch, on a small tractor is a ratcheting mechanism that allows a rotary implement to overrun the PTO shaft. Learn how the PTO clutch works on a...
Tractor Safety
The ROPS, or roll-over protection system, is the most important safety feature on a tractor. Get free tractor safety tips in this free video on tractor operation.
How to Drive a Tractor
A tractor clutch will prematurely wear out if it is held down while driving the tractor. Get more tips for driving a tractor in this free video on tractor operation.
Starting a Tractor
Never start a tractor while standing next to it. Learn how to start a tractor in this free video on tractor operation.
How to Avoid Overheating a Tractor Engine
Overheating a tractor engine is a fairly common problem. Learn how to avoid overheating a tractor engine in this free video on tractor operation.
Hydraulic Lift on a Tractor: How It Works
A hydraulic lift on a tractor is equipped with a 3 point hitch. Learn how a hydraulic lift works on a tractor in this free video on tractor operation.
Tractor Walk-Around Safety Inspection
Tractor operators perform pre-work inspections or walk-arounds to ensure the tractor is in good operating condition. Learn how to do a walk-around safety inspection on a tractor in this free video...
Using a Tire Pressure Gauge for Small-Tractor Tires
Tractor tire pressure should be checked weekly at least. Learn how to use a tire pressure gauge to check the pressure in tractor tires in this free video on tractor operation.
Lubricate the Deck of a Riding Lawn Mower
Learn how to lubricant the deck of a lawn tractor - free video on tractor maintenance.
Replace Blades on a Riding Lawn Mower
Learn how to replace the blade of a lawn tractor - free video on tractor maintenance.
Check the Belts of a Riding Lawn Mower
Learn how to check the belts of lawn tractor - free video on tractor maintenance.
Sharpen Riding Lawn Mower Blades.
Learn how to sharpen the blade of a lawn tractor - free video on tractor maintenance.
Clean the Deck of a Riding Lawn Mower
Learn how to clean the deck of a lawn tractor - free video on tractor maintenance.
Remove the deck from a Riding Lawn Mower.
Learn how to remove the deck from the lawn tractor, in order to sharpen the blade - free video on tractor maintenance.
Remove Riding Lawn Mower Blades.
Learn how to remove the blades of a lawn tractor - free video on tractor maintenance.
Final Check of a Lawn Mower
Do a final check of your lawnmower after maintenance. Get other lawn mower repair tips for easy lawn care in this free home & garden do-it-yourself video.
Adding a Fuel Stabilizer to a Lawn Mower
Learn how to add fuel stabilizer & other lawn mower repair & maintenance tips for easy lawn care in this free home & garden do-it-yourself video.
Lubricating a Lawn Mower
Learn how to lubricate the lawnmower & other lawn mower repair & maintenance tips for easy lawn care in this free home & garden do-it-yourself video.
Torque the Head Bolts of a Lawn Mower
Learn how to torque the head bolts & other lawn mower repair & maintenance tips for easy lawn care in this free home & garden do-it-yourself video.
Cleaning the Cooling Fins in a Lawn Mower
Learn how to clean the cooling fins & other lawn mower repair & maintenance tips for easy lawn care in this free home & garden do-it-yourself video.
Balancing the Deck in a Lawn Mower
Learn how to balance the cutting deck & other lawn mower repair & maintenance tips for easy lawn care in this free home & garden do-it-yourself video.
Removing the Carburetor of a Lawn Mower
Learn how to remove the carburetor & other lawn mower repair & maintenance tips for easy lawn care in this free home & garden do-it-yourself video.
Cleaning the Carburetor of a Lawn Mower
Learn how to clean the carburetor & other lawn mower repair & maintenance tips for easy lawn care in this free home & garden do-it-yourself video.
Installing a Carburetor in a Lawn Mower
Learn how to install a carburetor & other lawn mower repair & maintenance tips for easy lawn care in this free home & garden do-it-yourself video.
Install the Blade of a Lawn Mower
Learn how to install the cutting blade & other lawn mower repair & maintenance tips for easy lawn care in this free home & garden do-it-yourself video.
Changing the Air Filter of Lawn Mower
Learn how to change the air filter & other lawn mower repair & maintenance tips for easy lawn care in this free home & garden do-it-yourself video.
Changing the Spark Plugs of a Lawn Mower
Learn how to change the spark plugs & other lawn mower repair & maintenance tips for easy lawn care in this free home & garden do-it-yourself video.
Remove the Blade of a Lawn Mower
Learn how to remove the cutting blade & other lawn mower repair & maintenance tips for easy lawn care in this free home & garden do-it-yourself video.
Sharpen the Blade of a Lawn Mower
Learn how to sharpen the cutting blade & other lawn mower repair & maintenance tips for easy lawn care in this free home & garden do-it-yourself video.
Changing the Oil in a Lawn Mower
Learn how to change the oil & other lawn mower repair & maintenance tips for easy lawn care in this free home & garden do-it-yourself video.
Using Push Lawn Mowers in Landscaping
Learn how a push lawn mower is used in landscaping - free video.
Using Weed Eaters in Landscaping
Learn how a weed eater is used for landscaping - free video.