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GARY'S SMALL ENGINE REPAIR

Lawn Mower & Power Tool Repair, Knife sharpening

About us

OUTDOOR POWER EQUIPMENT REPAIR

Business highlights

39 years of trusted experience

Services we offer

TUNE UP & SHARPENING SERVICES FOR OUTDOOR POWER EQUIPMENT.

Services we don't offer

NO PICK UP AND DELIVER NO HOUSE CALLS

Amenities

Free Estimates
Yes


Accepted payment methods

Check
MasterCard
Visa

Photos of past projects

Reviews

5.027 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
100%
4
0%
3
0%
2
0%
1
0%


Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
4.9
punctuality
5.0
Showing 1-25 of 27 reviews

Bill D.
05/2015
5.0
lawn mower repair
  + -1 more
My lawn mower has been working fine ever since he serviced it. He did a good job and took care of the problem. He was one of the few in our area that is listed for lawn mower repairs. He's very knowledgeable. He was able to take in the product right away and had it repaired. I left it over night, so it was ready by the next day.
Description of Work: He did an engine tune-up, oil change and cleaned the carburetor on my lawn mower.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$75

douglas S.
04/2015
5.0
lawn mower repair
  + -1 more
unknown

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$10

Kathy K.
08/2014
5.0
lawn mower repair
  + -1 more
unknown

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

steve P.
07/2014
5.0
lawn mower repair
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: So convenient -- he fixed my mower right in the driveway. All the tools and knowledge -- I learned a lot while he was here. Complete service -- top to bottom -- he sharpened the blade too. Very friendly and I thought that the price was reasonable too.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$80

mary G.
01/2014
5.0
lawn mower repair
  + -1 more
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Description of Work: .

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$20

Wendy V.
01/2014
5.0
lawn mower repair
  + -1 more
His service was exceptional and he is a nice guy to boot!
Description of Work: Gary repaired and tuned an electric lawn mower for me.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Bernard B.
06/2013
5.0
lawn mower repair
  + -1 more
Gary gave an estimate anda delivery date and met both. Mower ran perfectly and was delivered on time, clean and he repaired the automatic shut off which had not been mentioned. I will use Gary again if necessary.
Description of Work: Craftsman gas lawnmower would not run. Gary fixed it.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$60

Paul G.
05/2013
5.0
lawn mower repair
  + -1 more
He fixed it within a half an hour and from smoking like it was on fire it now runs great.It was the rare occasion I felt like I underpaid someone.
Description of Work: Repaired a larger brush mower

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$75

Charles W.
09/2012
5.0
lawn mower repair
  + -1 more
Very well
Description of Work: They made the repairs to my lawn mover.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$100

bill F.
07/2012
5.0
lawn mower repair
  + -1 more
Had older Honda lawn mower which simply wouldn't start. Took it to Gary's; they diagnosed, gave me estimate (cost and time) and delivered promptly (beat both estimates). Great place
Description of Work: Had older Honda lawn mower which simply wouldn't start. Took it to Gary's; they diagnosed, gave me estimate (cost and time) and delivered promptly (beat both estimates). Great place

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$80

David B.
06/2012
5.0
lawn mower repair
  + -1 more
A friend had the rear wheel fail on her Toro mower. Gary's was the first place I called in search of the part.Unfortunately, he is not an authorized Toro service center so did not stock those kind of parts (he does have engine parts, but not deck parts). But he was quick to let me know who in the area was and who I could get a better price from online if I had the time to wait on shipping.I ended up going by his shop to get an air filter for the mower. His price was $5 while at Home Depot the same part was $8.89.His shop was clean and organized. And Gary was easy and pleasant to deal with on both the phone and in person.
Description of Work: Ended up just getting an air filter from him, but I also got lots of honest information.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$5

stanley V.
06/2012
5.0
lawn mower repair
  + -1 more
He's quite reasonably priced and his responsiveness is fine. I would use him again.
Description of Work: I had Gary's Small Engine Repair redo my pressure washer and repair my rototiller and my lawn mower. I've used him at least 3 times.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Tim C.
04/2012
5.0
lawn mower repair
  + -1 more
He's very personable, friendly and his work is very competent. He keeps his promises on delivery time. My overall experience with him has been excellent. His prices and quality of work are excellent. I plan to take my mower to him every year for a spring tune up.
Description of Work: He fixed the blade on my mower.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$60

David F.
02/2012
5.0
lawn mower repair
  + -1 more
Service was fast, repair done in a few days.
Description of Work: Lawn mower would not stay running. Gary, was able to diagnose the problem immediately. Repairs done quickly. Cost was excellent.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$60

Carole S.
05/2010
5.0
lawn mower repair
  + -1 more
Very well managed shop. Time to complete the service was very reasonable and prompt. Shop is easily accessible for dropping off and picking up lawn mowers.
Description of Work: Lawn mower annual maintenance & tune up as preventative measure.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$90

KAREN D.
11/2009
5.0
lawn mower repair
  + -1 more
Gary is great! Helped me remove mower from truck, looked it over, gave an estimate and timeframe. Place where the shop is, clean and lots of places to park. He had the mower fix (shined and polished) earlier than anticipated, called us that it was ready. Thank you, Gary!
Description of Work: lawn mower would not start

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$85

JAY H.
11/2009
5.0
lawn mower repair
  + -1 more
We had an 8-yr-old weed trimmer that just wouldn't start any more. Brought it to Gary, and he initially thought it might just need a new button used to prime the fuel, which was consistent with our (hopeful) best guess. Kept it for a few days, called us when he said he would. Said the machine wasn't worth saving; the motor was burned out. Disposed of the hardware for us, said he might be able to re-use some of the parts, and didn't charge us anything. While in the shop, a very obnoxious person came in and basically demanded to be taught how to fix his own equipment for free. Gary handled him very politely and professionally, and yet did not let this person disrupt business with us. Although we didn't end up having any actual work done beyond the evaluation, we felt very satisfied with our experience and would not hesitate to go back with additional repair work.
Description of Work: Was asked to repair a gas-powered trimmer. Estimate came in higher than the unit was worth, so repair wasn't done.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Elizabeth M.
08/2009
5.0
lawn mower repair
  + -1 more
I received a used lawn mower from a friend, and it had not been used in over a year. I found Gary's Small Engine Repair on Angie's List and telephoned him to inquire about scheduling a repair. Gary was extremely helpful - he suggested that I bring in the mower for him to look at, provided me with his hours, and the fact that he was open on a Saturday was a huge plus. I brought the mower to him and he provided me with an estimate for trouble-shooting and tuning it up. The repair was completed in less than a week, and he called me to let me know that my mower was ready to pick up. The estimate was spot on exactly what he quoted, and he cleaned the mower also. I was pleased to know that in addition to repairs, he also sells refurbished equipment, which will come in handy when I am ready to add to may lawn maintenance arsenal.
Description of Work: Lawn mower repair and tune-up

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$85

DIANE D.
01/2009
5.0
lawn mower repair
  + -1 more
I could not get my lawn mower to start. I tried adding an additive to the gasoline. I still could not start it. I tried sending Gary an email because it was the holiday season. However, when I called, he was very responsive. My son dropped off the lawn mower and it was ready in three days. He even cleaned the lawn mower.
Description of Work: My lawn mower would not start. Gary fixed it in the time he said. His estimate was exactly what he charged me.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$45

CHARLES C.
01/2008
5.0
lawn mower repair
  + -1 more
Both service visits were great. Each machine was returned clean and in great working order. Gary started each when I came in to verify that everything was working while I was watching. He also gave me a couple of tips on starting the balky blower engine without flooding it. Each machine still runs cleanly and starts quickly.
Description of Work: I have taken two pieces of equipment to Gary's. First was a Sears lawn mower that needed a tune up and basic service (oil change, blade sharpened, etc.) and second was a Toro leaf blower/chipper that would not start (and had always been difficult to start). I took the mower in first and when that went well came back some months later with the blower.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$85

HOWARD G.
07/2007
5.0
lawn mower repair
  + -1 more
It went fine. Gary did exactly what he said he would and I picked up my lawn mower when he said it would be ready.
Description of Work: I brought my lawnmower in with a broken cable. Gary gave me an estimate of $55 to replace the cable and service the lawnmower. I picked up the lawn mower two days layer. It was in good running order.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$55

WEI-LING C.
04/2007
5.0
lawn mower repair
  + -1 more
Gary's shop is a one-man shop. When I arrived and told him I have a mower to fix, and he came out to help getting the mower out of the van for me. He also asked if I wanted to be called w/ an estimate instead of just doing the tuneup, so that I'm fully aware of the price. When I picked up the mower, he made sure he started the mower before I left, and realized it didn't start, so he filled it up with engine oil, and started it like a charm.
Description of Work: Our mower was left outside for 1 month, and it simply won't start anymore.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$90

EDWARD E.
09/2006
5.0
lawn mower repair
  + -1 more
All the work was completed professionally, on time, and at a reasonable price. I will use Gary again, if needed, to service and sharpen my lawn mower.
Description of Work: Lawn mower did not operate. Needed new S/P cable, clutch cable adjustment, service (including oil change, spark plug, air filter) and blade sharpen. The S/P cable was ordered and the work completed before the promised date.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$61.65

GISSELL M.
06/2006
5.0
lawn mower repair
  + -1 more
Gary was very helpful in explaining the problem and was very reasonably priced.
Description of Work: Recondition carburetor that had been gunked up with old gasoline.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$58

VICKY C.
11/2005
5.0
lawn mower repair
  + -1 more
JUST DROPPED IT OFF, AND IN A COUPLE OF DAYS IT WAS READY TO PICK UP. WORKED GREAT. ACTUALLY HAVE HAD THIS DONE A COUPLE OF TIMES BECAUSE MY BOYS HAVE LEFT THE LAWN-MOWER OUT IN THE WEATHER.
Description of Work: OUR LAWN-MOWER WAS LEFT OUT IN THE RAIN AND NEEDED A CARBURETOR JOB. REPAIRED AND CLEANED SO IT RAN LIKE NEW.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$80
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Contact information

1250 Norman Ave, Santa Clara, CA 95054

www.garysmallengrep.com

Service hours

Sunday:
Closed
Monday:
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Tuesday:
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Wednesday:
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Thursday:
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Friday:
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Saturday:
9:00 AM - 2:00 AM

Licensing

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Service Categories

Lawn Mower & Power Tool Repair,
Knife sharpening

FAQ

GARY'S SMALL ENGINE REPAIR is currently rated 5 overall out of 5.

Sunday: Closed

Monday: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Tuesday: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Wednesday: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Thursday: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Friday: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Saturday: 9:00 AM - 2:00 AM

GARY'S SMALL ENGINE REPAIR accepts the following forms of payment: Check,MasterCard,Visa
Yes, GARY'S SMALL ENGINE REPAIR offers free project estimates.
No, GARY'S SMALL ENGINE REPAIR does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.
No, GARY'S SMALL ENGINE REPAIR does not offer a senior discount.
No, GARY'S SMALL ENGINE REPAIR does not offer emergency services.
No, GARY'S SMALL ENGINE REPAIR does not offer warranties.
GARY'S SMALL ENGINE REPAIR offers the following services: TUNE UP & SHARPENING SERVICES FOR OUTDOOR POWER EQUIPMENT.
NO PICK UP AND DELIVER NO HOUSE CALLS

Contact information

1250 Norman Ave, Santa Clara, CA 95054

www.garysmallengrep.com

Service hours

Sunday:
Closed
Monday:
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Tuesday:
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Wednesday:
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Thursday:
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Friday:
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Saturday:
9:00 AM - 2:00 AM