What Paul's Services Cost
Paul works on his own from his own workshop, with no shop or showroom to pay for, so his prices usually come in a little under the local going rate.
- Petrol chainsaw service
- From £45
- Chainsaw chain sharpening
- From £12
- Carburettor clean
- From £40
A service includes labour, fresh oil, a new spark plug, an air filter clean or replacement, and a blade or chain sharpen where fitted. Any other parts are quoted before fitting.
Collection & delivery: subject to the job — free within 5 miles of Hyde when the job suits it; further out from £10 each way, and more for a long trip.
Quotes are free. Paul confirms the price before any work starts.
Payment: Cash or bank transfer. Receipts/invoices available on request.
Paul's 20+ Years Experience with Chainsaw Repair
Paul has repaired thousands of petrol chainsaws over 20 years — from homeowner Stihl MS180s to professional Husqvarna 395XP arborist saws used daily by tree surgeons in the Peak District and Greater Manchester. He is obsessive about safety: every single saw that leaves the Hyde workshop has its chain brake tested in front of the customer. Paul keeps genuine Stihl and Husqvarna chains, bars, sprockets, and carb kits in stock. His tip: 'If your chain keeps coming loose or the saw vibrates badly, stop using it. A worn bar or stretched chain is an accident waiting to happen.'
Most Common Chainsaw Repair Problems Paul Sees
Chain Brake Not Engaging or Failing Safety Test
The most critical safety system on any chainsaw. Paul tests every saw and repairs or replaces the brake band, springs, and linkage so the chain stops instantly when the front guard is pushed forward.
Read Paul's full troubleshooting guide →Won't Start or Hard Starting (Carb, Ignition, Fuel)
Classic petrol chainsaw faults — varnished carb, failed ignition coil, blocked fuel filter, or perished lines. Paul diagnoses and fixes on the bench with the same thoroughness he gives ride-on mowers.
Read Paul's full troubleshooting guide →Chain Won't Hold Tension or Cuts Poorly
Worn bar rails, damaged sprocket, or stretched chain. Paul dresses or replaces the bar, fits the correct chain for the bar length and saw model, and sets proper tension.
Read Paul's full troubleshooting guide →Chainsaw Repair — What Paul Works On
- Petrol chainsaws (domestic and professional arborist)
- Guide bars and sprockets
- Chainsaw chains
- Anti-vibration mounts
- Safety systems (chain brake, throttle interlock)
How Chainsaw Repair Process Works
Assessment
Paul inspects your chainsaw, checks the chain, bar, sprocket, engine, and safety systems, then gives you an honest quote before any work begins.
Chain & Bar Service
The chain is sharpened, tension is set correctly, and the bar is inspected for wear. A worn chain or bar is replaced with a quality part to match your saw.
Engine Service
Air filter, spark plug, fuel filter, and fuel lines are checked and replaced as needed. The carburettor is cleaned or rebuilt, and the engine is set to manufacturer tune.
Safety Testing
Every chainsaw is tested for correct chain brake operation, chain catch, throttle interlock, and AV mount integrity before it leaves the workshop.
Commercial & Fleet Chainsaw Repair
Paul supports arborists, tree surgeons, and grounds maintenance teams who rely on chainsaws every day. He offers priority turnaround for professional users and cricket/grounds clubs that also use chainsaws for boundary and tree work. Collection is subject to the job. Every saw leaves with its chain brake tested.
Learn about fleet servicing contracts →Why Greater Manchester Owners Choose Paul for Chainsaw Repair
Chainsaw Repair by Location
Hyde
Dukinfield
Denton
Bredbury
Stalybridge
Hattersley
Ashton-under-Lyne
Audenshaw
Romiley
Droylsden
Marple
Longdendale
Gorton
Mossley
Lees
Stockport
Uppermill
Failsworth
Levenshulme
Hazel Grove
Saddleworth
Oldham
Hadfield
Burnage
Tintwistle
Glossop
Cheadle
Fallowfield
Withington
New Mills
Bramhall
Royton
Didsbury
Poynton
Shaw
Chorlton
Middleton
Whaley Bridge
Stretford
Prestwich
Bollington
Sale
Heywood
Chapel-en-le-Frith
Wilmslow
Whitefield
Radcliffe
Rochdale
Urmston
Eccles
Macclesfield
Altrincham
Swinton
Bury
Littleborough
Worsley
Farnworth
Walkden
Bolton
Ramsbottom
Rawtenstall
Haslingden
Horwich
Collection and delivery is subject to the job. A long trip for one small machine is rarely worth it unless the customer pays the collection cost. Several machines on the same trip are a different job.
Related Brand Hubs
Related Guides from Paul
Stihl FS 38, FS 55, FS 91 or FS 111 won't start or cuts out under load? Paul covers 2-MIX carb, air filter seals, clutch and throttle faults on the strimmers he repairs daily in Hyde.
Petrol hedge trimmer or leaf blower won't start, bogs down or has no blowing power? Paul explains fuel, carb, air filter and exhaust faults on Stihl, Husqvarna and Echo 2-stroke machines.
Husqvarna 525LST or Honda UMK 435 won't start, loses power or the gearbox feels rough? Paul explains fuel system, clutch drum and gearbox faults on the brushcutters he repairs across Greater Manchester.
Varnished carb on your mower, strimmer or chainsaw? Paul explains when a carb clean is enough, when you need a full rebuild, and what it costs in time and money at a professional workshop.
Strimmer cuts out when warm or loses power in long grass? Paul's 6 fixes for Stihl, Husqvarna and Honda. Hyde workshop repair if the carb or clutch is the real fault.
Petrol strimmer won't start? Paul's 5 most common causes — stale fuel, plug, primer, air filter, flood — with step-by-step fixes you can try at home in minutes before booking a repair.
Other Services Paul Offers
Chainsaw Repair — Frequently Asked Questions
No — Paul specialises exclusively in petrol chainsaws. He does not repair electric mains or battery-powered chainsaws. If you have a petrol chainsaw from any brand, Paul can help.
Most standard chainsaw repairs — carburettor cleaning, chain sharpening, ignition faults — are completed within 48 hours. More involved work such as crankshaft seals or full engine rebuilds may take a few extra days. Paul will always give you a realistic timescale upfront.
Often yes. Quality petrol chainsaws from Stihl, Husqvarna, and similar brands are built to last decades. A carburettor rebuild or ignition repair can cost a fraction of a new saw and restore full performance. Paul will give you an honest assessment — if it's not worth fixing, he'll tell you.
Paul services Stihl, Husqvarna, Echo, Makita, Dolmar, and other petrol chainsaw brands. Whether it's a domestic saw used occasionally in the garden or a professional arborist saw used daily, Paul has the experience to repair it.
Yes — Paul's workshop in Hyde serves customers across Greater Manchester searching for chainsaw repair near me. Drop off at Wilson Street. Collection is subject to the job, and a long trip for one saw is rarely worth it unless the customer pays the collection cost. Most standard repairs are completed within 48 hours with full chain-brake safety testing on every saw.
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