Chainsaw
- Fine sawdust instead of chips
- You have to push the saw into the cut
- The cut wanders or pulls to one side
- Smoke from the cut, even with bar oil
- The chain hit dirt, a rock or a nail
Sharpening service
Chainsaw and hedge trimmer sharpening.
A sharp chain cuts faster, safer and with less fuel. We sharpen chainsaw chains, hedge trimmer blades and lawn mower blades on specialty grinders in our North Vancouver shop, and we repair the saws and trimmers too.
Specialty grinders in our 1,500 sq ft repair shop.
What we sharpen
Sharp edges for every cutting tool with an engine.
Our shop has specialty grinders for sharpening. Bring in your chain, blade or the whole machine.
Most popular
Chainsaw chain sharpening
Every cutter filed to the same length and angle so the saw cuts straight and pulls itself through the wood. We can also check the bar and sprocket for wear.
Hedge trimmers
Hedge trimmer blade sharpening
Sharpened and adjusted so the blades shear cleanly instead of tearing.
Lawn mowers
Lawn mower blade sharpening
A clean cut keeps grass green. A dull blade tears the tips and leaves them brown.
Signs it is time
How to tell your tools need sharpening.
Hedge trimmer
- Leaves are torn or crushed
- Branches jam between the blades
- Hedge edges turn brown after trimming
- Visible nicks or rolled edges on the teeth
- The engine bogs down on normal growth
Lawn mower blade
- Ragged, white or brown grass tips
- Uneven cut or missed strips
- Clumping and poor bagging
- Blade has dents from rocks or roots
- It has been a full season since last time
More than sharpening
Chainsaw repair and service, too.
If your saw needs more than a sharp chain, our factory-trained technicians repair chainsaws and pole saws of all makes and models.
- Hard starting and carburetor problems
- Chain oiler not oiling
- Chain brake and clutch repairs
- Worn bars and drive sprockets
- Fuel lines and filters
- Recoil starter repairs
Safety first
A sharp chain is a safer chain
A dull chain makes you force the saw, which tires you out and increases the chance of kickback. A sharp chain does the work for you, uses less fuel, and puts less strain on the engine and bar.
Walk in
No appointment needed
Drop off your chain, hedge trimmer or mower blade Monday to Saturday during business hours.
Not sure what you need? Call (604) 980-9805. Advice is always free.
How do I know my chainsaw chain is dull?
The saw makes fine dust instead of chips, you have to push it through the cut, it pulls to one side, or it smokes. Any of these means the chain needs sharpening.
Can I bring in just the chain?
Yes, you can bring in just the chain or the whole saw. If the saw comes in, we can also check the bar and sprocket for wear.
Do you sharpen lawn mower blades?
Yes. A sharp mower blade cuts the grass cleanly instead of tearing it, which keeps your lawn greener.
How often should lawn mower blades be sharpened?
At least once a season for most lawns. Sharpen more often if you mow a large area, hit rocks or roots, or mow sandy ground.
Is it better to sharpen or replace a chain?
A chain can usually be sharpened many times. When the cutters are worn too short or a chain is damaged, we will tell you it is time for a new one.
Do I need an appointment for sharpening?
No. Walk in any time during business hours, Monday to Saturday.
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More ways we can help
Cut faster with a sharp edge.
Bring in your chain, hedge trimmer or mower blade. Walk in Monday to Saturday.