Lawn, Garden & Landscaping
2009-02-01 14:22:00
Keeping the lawn mower going smoothly
Question: What are the tips for considering a new lawn mower?
Answer: We’ve talked about servicing your old unit, but if you feel it’s time, or your needs have changed you may want to consider a new lawnmower. Before making this decision please remember that there are many types made for different lawns.
There are;
1) Small, self powered (no engine or motor) reel types
2) Small electric push mowers
3) Push type small engine mowers
4) Walk behind, self propelled mowers
5) Small rear engine riding mowers
6) Regular manual shift lawn tractors
7) Hydrostatic drive lawn tractors
8) Multi-purpose Garden tractors
9) Zero turn radius residential or commercial mowers
A) How much grass will you mow? Will you also mow other properties?
B) Do you want to walk or ride?
C) How much area do you have to store it?
D) Will you do the maintenance or will you have it serviced?
E) Do you want to bag the clippings, throw them in the grass or mulch them?
F) Do you have a brand or a dealer that you are loyal to?
G) Is your terrain flat, or hilly, clear or full of trees, etc?
H) What is your budget?
I) Are you a “hay field” cutter, or do you like a manicured looking lawn?
J) Will there be users who have physical limitations?
K) Do you already have a relationship with a local outdoor power equipment dealer that you trust?
L) Are there any features that you really want, like key starting, three way bag/mulch/throw, self propelled, blade/brake clutch, rust free deck, cup holders, gauges, easy height adjusting, etc.
Hopefully this has given you something to think about. The right mower could last you years, and cost a good deal of money....it is good to give your purchase some forethought, ask many questions about any aspect of lawn mowers or any other outdoor power equipment you feel necessary.
If you have a lawn that’s ¼ acre or more then you should consider a riding lawn mower or garden tractor. We’ll be back next month to expand on both of these units.
