Reviving your small engines...

Small Engine Specialists

Hayden & Logan - Houghton Lake's trusted source for no-nonsense small engine repairs. We replace parts, not promises.

Straightforward Engine Repairs

At H&L Custom, we cut through the BS. No unnecessary services, no upselling - just honest diagnostics and quality part replacements.

Founded by two Houghton Lake natives who grew up fixing small engines, we specialize in what we know best: getting your equipment running again with minimal downtime.

We don't sharpen blades. We don't tweak carbs. We replace what's broken and get you back to work.

H&L Custom shop

See Us In Action

Watch our team at work bringing engines back to life

H&L Custom Engine Repair

See how we diagnose and fix small engine problems with precision and expertise

The Team

Two guys who know small engines inside out

Hayden

Hayden Holton

Diagnostics & Repair

Hayden is the go-to expert for carburetors, fuel systems, and custom painting. With years of experience diagnosing and perfecting small engine performance, he's the one to trust when it comes to getting your ride running like new and looking sharp.

Logan

Logan Dowland

Parts & Systems Expert

A precision-driven small engine mechanic, Logan excels at valve work, structural repairs, and diagnostics. With a keen eye for detail and a knack for fixing the tough stuff, he ensures everything runs smoothly, from the smallest engine parts to the biggest structural issues.

Our Process

How we get your equipment running again

Diagnose

We thoroughly test your equipment to identify the exact issue before recommending any repairs.

Replace

We install quality replacement parts - no temporary fixes that will fail again soon.

Test

Every repair undergoes rigorous testing to ensure it meets our standards before returning to you.

Our Services

What we can fix for you

Lawn Mowers

S-tier service for all push and riding mowers.

Push mowers
Riding mowers
Zero-turn mowers

Dirtbike/Quad Repair

Complete diagnostics and part replacement.

2-stroke engines
4-stroke engines
All major brands

Weed Whackers/Leaf Blowers

From carb issues to spark plug replacements.

Gas-powered trimmers
Edgers
Brush cutters

Diagnostics

Can't figure out what's wrong? We'll pinpoint it.

Compression testing
Electrical diagnostics
Fuel system analysis

What We Don't Do

To provide the best service, we focus on our specialties

No Generators

We don't work on generators or power washers.

No Side-by-Sides

UTVs and side-by-sides are outside our scope.

No Sharpening

We don't sharpen blades or chains.

Need Your Equipment Fixed?

Book your repair appointment today through our simple scheduling system

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100%
Quality Parts
24h
Diagnostics
500+
Engines Revived
5★
Quality Work

Contact Us

Get in touch to schedule your small engine repair

How to Reach Us

Call Us

(989) 387-9694

Hours

Mon-Fri: 12 PM - 8:30 PM

Sat: Closed

Sun: Closed

Serving Houghton Lake Area

Contact us for service location details