If you’ve spent any time tending a yard, you’ve likely heard these three terms thrown around: weed eater, weed whacker, and string trimmer. They all seem to describe the same tool — that lightweight, handheld machine used to cut grass and weeds in hard-to-reach areas. But is there a correct term? Let’s dig in. A … Read more
A weed eater, also known as a string trimmer, is an essential tool for lawn maintenance. However, one common frustration many users experience is the string continuously coming out of the spool. This can disrupt your work and lead to unnecessary downtime. Understanding the causes behind this issue can help you troubleshoot and fix the … Read more
When it comes to trimming weeds, no tool does it better than a string trimmer. They are versatile for sure, but is it safe to use one near a vinyl fence? A string trimmer can damage a vinyl fence if it makes contact with the boards. To prevent this, position the trimmer so the safety … Read more
Speaking from personal experience, Echo weed eaters are pretty reliable. But just like any other machine, there will be times when it won’t start. This is frustrating I know, so I will show you the most likely reasons why and the best fixes. A dirty air filter, faulty spark plug or clogged carburetor will prevent … Read more
Stihl string trimmers are versatile tools that make gardening easier. Machines being machines however, there might be times when your Stihl trimmer won’t start. Here are the reasons why it happens and the solutions. Stihl string trimmers may refuse to start if the carburetor is flooded or the air filter is clogged. A dirty fuel … Read more
To answer the question right off, yes, electric and gas weed eaters can and do overheat. There are many reasons why this happens, but I will show you the most likely causes, the solutions and preventive measures. A weed eater can overheat due to an overworked engine, clogged filters or a dirt buildup. A blocked … Read more
If you have encountered problems with your weed eater, one of the first things you check is the spark plug. But what exactly does a spark plug do, and is it required for all weed eaters? I’m going to answer that question here along with other things you need to know about spark plugs. Gas … Read more
It’s a problem I\m sure your familiar with. You start the weed eater, it runs fine but after a few minutes the engine dies out. It can happen suddenly or slowly. Regardless how your trimmer bogs down, I am here to help you fix it so it stays running. A clogged carburetor is one of … Read more
Weed eater heads are durable, but at some point it is going to need a replacement. Constant use and trimming with a thick string takes its toll even on the heavy duty types. I am happy to say though that changing a string trimmer head is a simple process. What’s even better is the steps … Read more
]]It can be challenging to start a weed eater especially if this is your first time to use one. There are two kinds available, gas and electric, with battery models falling under the electric category. In this guide I am going to show you how easy either type is to start step by step. To … Read more