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Why does my lawn mower cut unevenly?

less than a minute readJun 04Lyle Weischwill
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If your lawn mower isn't cutting the grass evenly, first make sure that the wheels are set at the same height. If a wheel is damaged, replace it to ensure that the mower travels evenly over the lawn.

Also check that the blade is sharp and undamaged. A dull blade tatters rather than slices the ends of the grass, leaving the tips brown and dry. A damaged blade is off balance, so it cuts unevenly. Replace the blade if it's damaged.


These repairs may help solve your walk-behind-mower problem

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Replace a lawn mower blade

A dull or damaged blade won't cut grass evenly. For safety and for a cleaner cut, replace a mower blade that's chipped, broken or otherwise damaged. If the mower vibrates too much, check the mower blade for damage because a bent or unbalanced blade can cause mower vibrations.

Replace a lawn mower blade

Find the required part specific to your product.
Mar 01
How to replace a lawn mower blade

When your lawn mower blade is no longer making the cut because it's dull, bent or damaged, follow th…

Repair time and Difficulty

 15 minutes or less
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Replace a lawn mower wheel

The lawn mower won't move with a broken wheel. A damaged wheel can cause uneven grass cuts. If the wheel on a walk-behind mower is damaged, replace it with one that matches the size on the opposite side of the mower.

Replace a lawn mower wheel

Find the required part specific to your product.
Apr 01
How to replace a lawn mower wheel

A worn or damaged lawn mower wheel can wobble. This step-by-step repair guide shows how to replace …

Repair time and Difficulty

 15 minutes or less