Carson Small Engines

Been going here for 20+ years. Chain saws, snowblowers, weed whackers, lawn mowers… they’ve helped with them all. Need weird little parts for your machine? They got em (or they know what they are and will order them). Repair isn’t cheap but it’s done right the first time. They’ll show you where the problem lies, too. They also often sell used equipment for reasonable price. They’re a busy shop even in the off season (whatever that is) so be prepared to be patient.

I’ve been doing business with Carson Small Engines for more than 35 years and have yet to have a problem with them. When Ron owned the business I bought a Snapper self propelled commercial mower. Yes, it was not cheap, but I’ve had it since 1990 and I have had to spend less than $ 75.00 in repair parts for it. When I do need parts they have them in stock. I have taken my chainsaws, power trowels, Honda engines in for service or repair and they are done right and I have never had to take anything back. Steve owns the shop now and Ken is still the main mechanic. His skills are above a master mechanics and his knowledge is superior. If there is an unforeseen problem with your equipment he will call and show you what the problem is. I would recommend this shop over any others in Northern Nevada.

I bought a weed whacker at Home Depot about 15 years ago– maybe more– and after a somewhat tortured life it’s finally given up the ghost. My attempts to revive it were frustrated by the fact that Home Depot doesn’t carry parts for it, nor can they get them.
Decades ago, I worked at a small electronics supply firm, and our tongue-​in-​cheek motto was, «IF IT’S IN STOCK, WE HAVE IT!» Carson Small Engine’s motto is, «WE SERVICE WHAT WE SELL.»
The Nice Man Behind The Counter explained the difference between the various models they had, which ranged from little models to the nuclear-​powered industrial jobs. When I bought my new weed whacker, they also took the time to start it up, make sure it was running properly, and offer a few tips on how to operate it without killing myself. You’re not going to get someone to do that at Lowe’s or Home Depot. And I know if I ever need service, I can take it here and they’ll take care of things.