Prepare for Lawn Mower Maintenance Week

Toro is encouraging homeowners and landscaping professionals to use Lawn Mower Maintenance Week, March 1 to 7, 2026, as a reminder to perform essential spring maintenance on walk-behind and zero-turn mowers. The initiative highlights the importance of mower engine health, which is often threatened by heat and friction.

“Heat is the silent killer of outdoor power equipment,” says Wes Bollingmo, channel and product support manager at Toro. “Think of your mower like your own body. It needs to breathe to keep moving. Clear airflow keeps it cool, clean surfaces help shed heat and fresh oil reduces internal stress. If any of those are blocked, heat can build up and that’s when failures happen.”

Key Steps for Mower Maintenance

During Lawn Mower Maintenance Week, operators should focus on these engine-protecting tasks:

• Check Oil Quality and Level: Fresh, high-quality oil reduces internal friction and carries heat away from moving parts. Maintaining proper oil levels ensures lubrication and helps prevent engine overheating.
• Replace the Air Filter: A clean air filter allows cool air to reach the engine, maintaining efficient combustion and preventing heat buildup.
• Clear the Mower Deck: Remove dried grass clippings and debris from under the deck to improve airflow and prevent excessive heat.
• Inspect and Sharpen Blades: Dull or unbalanced blades create vibration, which increases engine stress and reduces cutting efficiency. Sharp, balanced blades help the mower run smoothly.
• Check Tire Pressure: Properly inflated tires keep the mower level, reduce resistance, and prevent the engine from overworking.

Performing these routine checks helps minimize breakdowns, extend mower life and ensure a smooth start to the spring mowing season.

Additional tips, maintenance resources and replacement parts are available at Toro’s website. Operators can also join the conversation on social media using #LawnMowerMaintenanceWeek.