Choosing a new lawn mower for your lawn care start-up does not have to be a daunting task. By asking yourself a few simple questions and doing a little research, you’ll be able to narrow your options and settle on the right mower for your needs.
Those questions should include the following.
Will I be mowing primarily residential or commercial yards 1/2 acre or less?
Will I have mostly flat or gently sloped terrain?
Will I need to maneuver around trees, flowerbeds or hedges to get the job done well?
If you answered “yes” to these questions, then you probably want to begin your search for a zero turn riding lawn mower. A zero turn mower moves quickly–five to eight mph. This mower pivots easily, too, so it can cut grass in tight spaces.
Commonly Purchased Zero Turn Mowers
Many companies produce commercial grade zero turn riding lawn mowers including Husqvarna, Troy-Bilt, Snapper, Cub Cadet, Craftsman and Swisher to name a few. Each of these brands are popular with lawn care start-ups. Specific mowers that rank high with buyers at this time include the Snapper 560Z 52 inch 25HP zero turn lawn mower, the Troy-Bilt Mustang 54 inch zero turn mower, and the Husqvarna Kawasaki Hydrostatic zero turn mower.
Popular Push Mowers
In addition to a riding lawn mower, you will need to purchase a new push mower. This will be necessary for small lawns and regions of a larger yard you can not cut with a riding mower.. Most lawn care business owners prefer self-propelling push mowers because they save time, Popular brands include Toro, Cub Cadet, Honda, Snapper and Troy-Built. Specific mowers that have good ratings include Toro Timemaster, Cub Cadet SC900, Troy-Bilt TB300 XP, Honda Self Propelled Mower, and the Snapper Ninja.
Lawn Mower Costs
New commercial grade zero turn mowers start at about $3000. However, you can spend up to $10,000 or more depending upon the mower’s brand, deck size, transmission, horsepower and fuel capacity. Good quality new self-propelling push mowers cost less than $1000. Most, however, are in the few hundred dollar range.
Take Advice From The Experts
Long time professionals in lawn care can tell you that your lawn mowers will be critical purchases for your business. So, budgeting for good, long-lasting mowers, both riding and push mowers, is vital. Also, do some research and take the time to check out the mowers carefully before you buy. Read the owner’s manual for correct operation and to be sure you will be able to follow the guidelines carefully. If you plan to purchase online, submit your questions in writing and get answers before you pay. You will want your mowers to provide that professional cut which helps set you apart in the lawn cutting business.
Professionals recommend that the best brand of mower for you to purchase is a brand with a dealer in your local community. If you need to have your mower blade sharpened quickly, for example, a local business can probably meet that need within your time constraints. Also, in the event you must have a new part for your mower, the dealer will more than likely have it in stock. That will save you the time it might take to order the part and have it shipped.