Tri County Small Engine Repair
Small engine repair in Cape Coral, FL
Tri County Small Engine Repair fixes lawn mowers, generators, and pressure washers for Cape Coral homeowners, with honest diagnostics and fair pricing before any work starts.
1010 NE 8th St #8, Cape Coral, FL, 33909Phone: (239) 314-8365
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About
Tri County Small Engine Repair does lawn mower repair, generator repair, and small engine tune up across Cape Coral. We work on push mowers, riding mowers, chainsaws, trimmers, pressure washers, and outboard motors, and we tell you plainly what is wrong, what it costs to fix, and whether the repair makes sense. No runaround, no surprise charges. If a part costs more than the machine is worth, we will say so.
That is how a neighborhood shop should work, and it is how we work every day here in Cape Coral.
A small engine shop lives or dies on trust, and that is earned one job at a time. When you bring a mower or generator to our shop on NE 8th Street, the first thing we do is figure out what is actually wrong. Carburetor gummed up from old fuel, a fouled spark plug, a dull blade, a bad fuel line, or something bigger. We run proper engine diagnostics before we quote anything, so you get a straight answer instead of a guess.
Then we explain the fix in plain English and give you the price up front. Cape Coral homeowners deal with equipment that works hard in a tough climate. Grass grows fast most of the year, salt air is hard on anything with metal in it, and fuel left in a tank over summer can turn a two-cycle engine into a no-start by fall.
Hurricane season adds its own pressure, because a generator that has not been run since last year is not something you want to discover during a storm warning. We see all of it. We service lawn equipment for yards big and small across Lee County, keep generators maintained and ready, sharpen blades, rebuild carburetors, and handle the seasonal maintenance that keeps small engines starting on the first or second pull.
Fort Myers, North Fort Myers, Lehigh Acres, Punta Gorda, and the surrounding towns are all part of our regular service area. If it has a small engine and it will not run right, bring it by or give us a call and we will take a look.
Small engine repair for every machine you own
Lawn mowers, generators, chainsaws and more, diagnosed honestly and repaired right at our Cape Coral shop.
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Lawn Mower Repair
Tri County Small Engine Repair works on push and self-propelled mowers across Cape Coral, Fort Myers, and Lehigh Acres, from hard starts and stalls to worn drive cables and dull blades. We trace the actual fault, whether fuel, spark, or drive, quote the repair before work starts, and keep your mower cutting all season.
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Generator Repair
Tri County Small Engine Repair gets Cape Coral generators running before the next storm. We fix no-start problems, stale fuel issues, carburetors, batteries and controls, then run every unit under load before pickup. Homeowners from Fort Myers to Lehigh Acres count on honest diagnostics and fair pricing.
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Generator Maintenance
Tri County Small Engine Repair keeps standby and portable generators in Cape Coral ready with scheduled maintenance built around monthly-start checklists. Oil changes, battery checks, and load tests catch small problems before hurricane season. Homeowners from Fort Myers to Lehigh Acres count on clear reports and honest recommendations.
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Pressure Washer Repair
Tri County Small Engine Repair handles pressure washer repair across Cape Coral, FL, from pumps that lost their punch to engines that will not start. Salt air and hard water wear these machines fast here, so we track the fault to the pump, fuel system, or hose and explain the fix in plain terms before touching a part.
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Chainsaw Repair
Tri County Small Engine Repair handles chainsaw repair in Cape Coral, FL with chain, bar, and engine work done in one visit. Dull chains get sharpened, worn bars get replaced, and hard-starting two-cycle engines get honest diagnostics. Storm-damaged saws and yard saws alike leave cutting the way they should.
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String Trimmer Repair
Tri County Small Engine Repair handles string trimmer repair for Cape Coral, FL homeowners, from two-cycle engines that refuse to start to cracked fuel lines and worn trimmer heads. Most weed eater trouble traces to the fuel system, and we diagnose the real cause before swapping parts, so your trimmer runs through the whole growing season.
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Leaf Blower Repair
Tri County Small Engine Repair gets leaf blowers across Cape Coral running again fast, whether yours lost power, won't start, or quit mid-cleanup. We diagnose two-cycle and four-cycle engines, handle fuel system service and parts replacement, and hand your blower back ready for the next yard pile.
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Hedge Trimmer Repair
Tri County Small Engine Repair fixes hedge trimmers that stall, bind, or cut unevenly for Cape Coral homeowners and yard crews. We work on blade alignment, clutch, and drive components along with the engine itself. One shop in Lee County, straight answers, and trimmers back to making clean cuts.
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Riding Mower Service
Tri County Small Engine Repair services riding mowers across Cape Coral, FL, covering the deck, drive system, and engine in one visit. Blade work, belt replacement, transmission checks, oil changes, and engine tune-up keep your rider cutting evenly through Lee County's long growing season.
Straightforward from drop-off to pickup
Tell us what it is doing
Call or stop by and describe the problem. A no-start, a surging engine, a blade that will not cut. The more you can tell us, the faster we can narrow it down.
We run the diagnostics
Spark, fuel, compression, carburetor condition. We find the actual cause before quoting anything, so you are not paying to guess.
Approve the repair
You get the diagnosis and the price in plain English. Nothing gets torn down or ordered until you say go.
We fix it right
Parts replaced as needed, carburetor serviced or rebuilt, blades sharpened, oil changed, and the engine tested under load before it leaves the shop.
Pick it up running
We walk you through what was done and what to watch for, including simple maintenance that keeps it starting all season.
Recent Work
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Answers before you load the truck
What kinds of equipment do you repair?
Tri County Small Engine Repair works on push mowers, riding mowers, generators, pressure washers, chainsaws, string trimmers, leaf blowers, hedge trimmers, outboard motors, and snow blowers. If it runs on a small gas engine, we can diagnose it and get it running again. Same-day drop-off at our Cape Coral shop keeps most jobs moving quickly.
How much does a repair cost?
The price depends on what is wrong, which parts the fix requires, and how much labor time the job takes. A clogged carburetor is a different job than a seized engine, so we start with diagnostics, explain what we found in plain English, and give you an estimate before any work begins. You approve the number first, no surprises.
Do you service my area?
Our shop is at 1010 NE 8th St #8 in Cape Coral, and we serve customers across Lee County and nearby communities, including Fort Myers, North Fort Myers, Lehigh Acres, Bonita Springs, Estero, Punta Gorda, Matlacha, Pine Island, Sanibel, Fort Myers Beach, and Alva. Call (239) 314-8365 to check availability for your address.
How soon can I get my equipment in?
Scheduling depends on the season and the backlog, but we work to book visits as quickly as we can and will tell you honestly what our current timeline looks like when you call. Hurricane season fills up fast for generator repair, so it pays to book before the storms arrive.
Should I bring the equipment in or arrange a visit?
Either works. Many customers drop off mowers, trimmers, or chainsaws at our Cape Coral shop, which is often the fastest route for smaller machines. Larger items like riding mowers or whole-house generators are better discussed on the phone so we can figure out the most practical arrangement for your situation.
What should I do before bringing in my mower or generator?
Drain or stabilize the fuel if the equipment will sit a while, remove any attachments or accessories you want to keep, and clear out old grass clippings or debris so we can see the machine clearly. Bring a note describing the symptoms: when it last ran, what it does when you pull the cord, and any noises you have noticed.
What happens on the day of the repair?
We start with engine diagnostics to pinpoint the cause, then call you with what we found and the estimated cost. Once you approve, we do the work, whether that is a spark plug replacement, carburetor service, or an oil change, and run a full test before returning the equipment. We explain what was done so you know exactly what you paid for.
How do I get my generator ready for hurricane season?
A generator that sat all year needs a check before the first storm watch. Old fuel, a gummed-up carburetor, or a dull spark plug are the usual culprits. Our generator maintenance covers the fuel system, oil, and a test run so you are not troubleshooting it in the dark. Get it serviced in early summer, before the calendar fills up.
Is it worth fixing an old mower or buying a new one?
Often, yes. Most small engine problems come down to fuel, spark, or the carburetor, and those repairs cost far less than a new machine. We run honest diagnostics and will tell you when a repair does not make sense. If the engine is worn out, we say so rather than sell you a fix that will not last.
Why does my engine only run with the choke on?
That is a classic sign of a fuel system problem, usually a carburetor with varnish or debris blocking the jets. Gasoline left in the tank over a Florida summer breaks down and clogs the small passages. A carburetor rebuild and fresh fuel usually solves it, and it is a common fix for mowers and trimmers that sat unused.
What are your hours?
We are open Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, and closed Saturdays and Sundays. Stop by the shop at 1010 NE 8th St #8 in Cape Coral during those hours, or call (239) 314-8365 to line up a time that works for you.
Do you offer a tune-up service?
Yes. Our small engine tune up covers the basics that keep equipment running: fresh oil, a new spark plug, a clean air filter, and a look at the fuel system. It is a good fit for mowers at the start of the growing season and for generators before hurricane season hits Cape Coral.
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What Cape Coral customers say
4.1 out of 5 from 67 reviews on Google.
I had a great experience thanks to Jeff’s outstanding customer service. He went out of his way to help me replace a mower blade, making the whole process simple, fast and stress-free. He was knowledgeable, patient, and made sure everything was done correctly before I left. It’s rare to find that level of genuine care and attention these days. I highly recommend them if you’re looking for reliable service and people who truly know what they’re doing.
Jeff was great went over my boat and fixed bilge and electric connect issue next day. Got me back on the water quickly saved my trip.
Experts in small engine repair. Jeff got my pressure washer and generator running in top shape. He also took my big Westing House home generator and did all of the maintenance in preparation of this years upcoming hurricane season. His knowledge and attention to detail are above and beyond any other small engine repair shops I have been to. Additionally, he does not charge an arm and a leg for his service. In the future he will have any and all repair work and or maintenance in need to have done.