Safe Winter Storage for Lawn Equipment

Summer has ended and you've probably cut the yard and trimmed the hedges for the last time this year. Now is the time to safely store your lawn and garden equipment for the winter months. Left unused for half the year, they are prone to damage and breakdowns which cause a number of owners to find that their equipment does not work as it should come spring.

How do you keep your lawn and garden equipment safe?

The number one rule for storing equipment is to empty pieces that run on gasoline. After you've mowed your lawn for the last time in the fall, run the mower to consume all the gasoline that is left in its tank. Then clean the motors, drain their oils and take out their spark plugs. After doing this, place a few drops of oil on the motor and crank up the engine to spread the oil around.

For tools that don't run on gasoline, completely clean them before storing. If they are battery operated, remove their batteries and have them stored in a dry place.

Be sure to keep all of your equipment in one place so you won't have a hard time finding them again in spring. Choose a dry and covered place to stock your equipment; this will help avoid acquiring moisture. Be sure to secure tools attached on walls because things often slip and slide.

Lastly, keep your equipment dry by storing them in a secure storage unit like those found on SelfStorage.com. These state-of-the-art facilities lock out the moisture that can damage and rust your lawn equipment. Following these tips will help to ensure properly working equipment in the spring.