It’s late October and no matter where you live north or south it’s time to put your garden tools away for the winter months. The power tools you used during the spring and summer need to be serviced. First be sure all power tools are cleaned, this means wash with mild detergent, clean off all grass, dirt and any left over leaves etc. also dry off as best you can. Take a few minutes and review your owners manual and follow its winter instructions.
Be sure to lube axles, gears, and all moving parts per your manual. This is a good time to change oil and filter, check engine manufacturer for correct oil and filter, be sure to add fuel stabilizer to the full tank.
Don’t wait till spring! Do a walk around now, check the items you will need for spring to have your power tool ready, could be belts for your power mower, new blades, battery, parts for your tiller, chain saw blade, Make a list and order your parts now, this way you’ll have them in house and have all winter to get them installed
As for hand tools they should be cleaned and checked to see if they need to be replaced or repaired, Be sure there wiped dry and apply a light coat of WD-40 to protect against rust, make a list of what needs to be replaced and repair items you may need before spring, carry the list with you and when your at Sears, Lowes, Home Depot, etc buying something else you will be reminded to get your repair or replacement items.
When spring arrives you and your tools will be ready again-see us on enjoyable gardening.com for all your garden tools