Chainsaw Storage

August 04, 2026

Chainsaw Oil Leaks When Stored? Trace the Drip Before Repairing

A few oil spots under a recently used chainsaw can be bar oil draining from the guide-bar groove, chain, clutch-cover area, or recesses in the saw body. A clean spot that keeps growing, begins away from the cutting attachment, or returns after the saw has been cleaned and left unused deserves a model-specific inspection rather than an assumed repair.

July 31, 2026

How to Store a Chainsaw: Gas and Battery Checklist

To store a chainsaw for more than a short break, disable its power source, clean and inspect the cutting attachment, protect bare metal, and keep the saw dry, secured, and covered by a scabbard. Gas and battery saws then split into different storage paths, so use the owner’s manual for the fuel, oil, battery charge, and temperature instructions for your exact model.