Yesterday, my old mower finally gave up the ghost. It sputtered, coughed, and then… silence. So, I figured it was time to dive into the world of mower longevity. I mean, how long should these things actually last?
My Investigation Begins
I started by thinking about my own sorry mower. I bought it used about five years ago, and the guy I got it from said he’d had it for at least three. So, that’s eight years right there, and who knows how hard it was used before me.
I decided that I need to do research online, hopping to get some useful info to support my guess.
Digging into the Details
- First things first, I started noting down some key factors. Regular maintenance—or lack thereof—clearly plays a huge role. I’m pretty guilty of skipping oil changes and blade sharpening…
- I also considered the brand and type of mower. A cheap electric one probably won’t last as long as a heavy-duty gas-powered beast. Mine was a mid-range gas mower, nothing fancy.
- Then there’s how often you mow and the size of your yard. My yard isn’t huge, but I do mow pretty regularly during the growing season.
My conclusion.
After gather and summarize all infomation, I realized most mowers should give about 10 years life time. Some can last more than that with really great care. I guess my old mower did okay, all things considered. Now to start with the whole process over again to find a new one.
