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Where to Buy Replacement Parts for a Riding Mower

Last Updated March 25, 2020

A riding mower makes cutting the lawn an easy task but they can be expensive to maintain and repair. The other choices of mowers are cheaper overall. Push mowers are the simplest mowers but they're only good for small yards. Self-propelled mowers need to be serviced regularly and from time to time they need to be repaired by professionals but they're not as advanced as riding mowers. Let's not even consider lawn tractors as they're the most expensive mowers on the market. If you have a riding mower, there are some repair jobs you can do for yourself but you'll need replacement parts.

Hardware Stores

Buying replacement parts from a hardware store is the quickest way of getting your riding mower back in action. Places like Lowes and Home Depot stock a wide range of parts for the most popular mowers on the market. If you have a Menards or True Value in your area, they're also worth checking out. You should be able to get some more information from the staff at these places but it's probably best to check online and go to the store knowing exactly what your mower needs.

Whether you need a replacement deck, new tires, wheels, steering parts, or axles, you should check out what's available at scrap yards before you look anywhere else. Most modern scrap yards maintain a computerized list of their stock so you can call to find out if they have the part you need. They aren't always willing to ship across the country but if the yard has the part you want, you might be able to negotiate a shipping price with them.

Websites

Amazon and eBay are just a couple of websites where you'll find replacement parts for your riding mower. Craigslist is another website were reasonably priced mower parts can be bought online. While eBay and Amazon have great returns policies and lots of protection for buyers, the same can't be said for Craigslist. Look for sellers with images that show the part being sold not generic pictures of the part that the seller has sourced online. Genuine sellers will also list the item for a reasonable price. If the deal looks too good to be true, it could well be a scam.

Retailers

Massive retailers like Walmart and Target also sell parts for mowers. You'll find replacement blades, new air and fuel filters, spark plugs and drive belts at these retailers so if you need these consumable parts, check out these retailers before going to a dedicated lawn mower shop. You'll also find affordable storage covers and other accessories at great prices. They also sell devices like blade sharpeners and accessories like deluxe seat coverings which would combine to make the job of cutting grass easier and more comfortable.

Manufacturers

Going directly to the manufacturer for replacement parts often costs more but you'll get the highest level of advice on what your mower needs and the parts you buy will definitely work on your mower. In most cases, the manufacturer will give you a better warranty than you can get from any retailer. Lawnmower makers like John Deere don't manufacturer all the parts that make up the mower. For example, they're not the people to go to for replacement air filters as they're often manufactured by makers like Briggs and Stratton.