How to replace weed eater string on your own Don’t fear, the good thing about trimmers is it’s often very quick and easy to add fresh string when yours gets too short or breaks.

Need a string trimmer to clean up your yard? The new Self-Winding String Trimmer from Ego might not be one you've considered, but it should be on the list.

You may also want hearing protection, depending on your trimmer. Electric string trimmers typically aren’t loud enough to pose a risk, but more powerful gas-fueled models are significantly louder.

The EGO cordless string trimmer I use comes with an interchangeable battery, and does a great job weeding and edging my lawn. Here's what it's like.

Ego Power+ ST1521S 15-inch string trimmer review: design and build quality I was impressed with the overall build quality of the Ego Power+ ST1520S, which requires just eight screws to assemble.