Garden Tool Sharpening by ProChef NY

Although lawn mower blades are most popular, we conveniently service most garden tool blades in addition to knives: yard equipment with an edge, gardening shears, and more.

-Bobby Shields

ProChef NY

Convenient Mobile Lawn Mower and Garden Tool Sharpening Services Serving Manhattan, Westchester, the Boroughs, Nassau and Western Suffolk

Gardening and caring for a yard can provide people with healthy, affordable food options and enhance the look of a home. Many people enjoy gardening as a hobby or invest the time and effort to increase the value of their property. However, it takes many tools to perform the task, and all require some level of care to keep them working as expected. Aside from cleaning and oiling gardening tools as recommended by experts, many yard tools also need regular sharpening.

Lawnmower blades that lose their sharp edge will not slice through the grass but tear it instead. Having the lawnmower blade sharpened avoids lawns that look ragged and gives the yard a well-manicured appearance instead.

Not only will torn branches and blades of grass look less appealing, but they will also be at risk of pests and could potentially fail to thrive. Stressed plants do not grow as quickly as healthier ones. If growth slows too much, it can affect the appearance of the yard. A clean slice in grass, plants, or branches heals quickly, so the plant does not experience any distress. The minimal expense of having garden tools sharpened will prevent these risks and make the hobby of gardening much more enjoyable.

Sharpening tools is also a more sensible option than working with inadequate equipment. Sharpening is cheaper than replacing tools, and it is a more environmentally friendly option than throwing away a viable tool. Many tool owners also know the value of a solid vintage tool. It is not always possible to find an equal replacement for some well-made items.

What Tools to Sharpen

Many homeowners may not realize how many yard tools they should consider sharpening. Any item with a blade or sharp edge needs maintenance to keep it working efficiently. Here are some examples.

• Pruning shears
• Hedge shears
• Garden scissors
• Pruning saws
• Spading fork
• Soil knife
• Utility knives
• Lawnmower blades
• Axes and hatchets
• Shovels
• Edgers
• Trowels and forks
• Hoes
• Dethatching rakes

Sharpening Rental Tools

Companies that provide garden tools on a rental basis should consider the value of keeping their equipment sharpened. Customers that rent tools that do not perform as expected may not continue to do business with the company. Sharpening services can provide a price quote for regular maintenance of the business equipment or a one-time quote for a specific tool.

Anyone who spends the money on renting should consider the minor expense of having the equipment rental tool sharpened for themselves. If the item does not appear as maintained as it needs to be, a quick sharpening could reduce the damage it may otherwise cause during use. Sharpening a borrowed tool before returning it to a friend or neighbor is also a helpful way to thank someone for loaning out their equipment.

Options for Sharpening Yard Tools

It is possible to have landscaping tools sharpened at home, but the process can be difficult and expensive. Sharpening requires the appropriate equipment like chisels, whetstones, and a bench grinder. If not done correctly, the tool may still not work correctly, or it could become damaged and need replacement.

Professional sharpening services offer a reasonable alternative. The process is fast and easy for the consumer. Mobile sharpening companies like ProChef offer sharpening services for more than kitchen knives. ProChef NY provides its skills to customers through the counties of Manhattan, Westchester, Nassau, and Western Suffolk. Commercial and residential gardens can drop off their tools for sharpening. Customers outside the work area can request information on the mail-in service. The option works well for many types of blades and other equipment.