A Lawn Mower Buying Guide
A Lawn Mower Buying Guide
Whether you’re considering an upgrade or need to purchase your first mower, there are a lot of options to choose from. Shopping for the right lawn mower can seem a bit overwhelming, but our team at Ryan Equipment Center has put together a buying guide to help you with the process.
Evaluate Your Needs
Before you begin shopping, it’s important to evaluate your current needs. Take a look at your lawn and pay close attention to obstacles, inclines, and the amount of ground that needs to be maintained. Also ask yourself if you’d prefer a more manual or laid back experience.
Once you have a good idea of your basic essentials, you can begin narrowing down the search for the right model.
Shop by Type
After evaluating your lawn, you will likely be able to shop by type. The size, terrain, and layout of your lawn will play a huge factor in your decision.
Push Mowers
A common choice and often the most budget-friendly, push mowers can be a great place to start. They aren’t ideal for large areas, but they can handle moderately sized yards and spaces. Walk-behind mowers are easy to maintain and come in a variety of options.
You can also select push models that are self-propelled, meaning you won’t have to do all of the grunt work to operate it.
Riding Mowers
If you have a larger space and know a push mower won’t be an efficient choice, you might want to consider a riding mower. Not only do these models offer a lot more comfort during lawn care, but they can cover a lot more ground in a short amount of time.
These models can also be beneficial if you’d like to utilize attachments and accessories.
Zero-Turn Mowers
For those with a lot of ground to cover and several obstacles to avoid, a zero-turn mower might be the best option. Although you may think of these machines as professional-grade, they can also be great for homeowners. These models provide precision and sharp navigation, but it might take a little more practice to perfect operation.
Select the Right Fuel Type
Along with choosing the best type of mower, you should also take time to think about the best fuel option for your situation. Most mowers are fueled by electricity, gasoline or diesel.
When choosing a fuel type you should consider accessibility, cost, convenience, workflow, and environmental impact. For example, if you don’t have easy access to diesel fuel, you may not want to purchase a diesel model. And electric models may sound ideal, but you should evaluate how it could influence your overall working time.
There are plenty of factors to mull over as you shop for the perfect lawn mower. Our team understands you have a unique set of expectations and requirements to meet before you settle on a decision. You can visit us in Hartselle, AL, where we’d love to answer your questions. We proudly serve the Decatur and Cullman areas.