Landscape Equipment - Commercial Lawn Mower
About Commercial Lawn Mowers
Introduction
Commercial lawn mowers are very popular amongst landscape professionals for they are known to have the ideal combination of performance, reliability and durability. Even though commercial lawn mowers may be more expensive than other lawn mowers, they are worth it for they cover large areas and produce a neatly cut lawn much faster and much easier than common mowers.
For lawn care companies, commercial lawn mowers are the key to their success. Since most lawn care deals pay by the job and not by the hour, commercial lawn mowers are used to help save time, labors costs and money with each job. Nowadays, more and more commercial lawn mower producers are creating models that are faster, more reliable and even nicer looking. Choosing a Commercial Lawn Mower
There are so many different types of commercial lawn mowers available on the market. They vary in style, size, and price, which is why one must do their homework before setting off to purchase one. The best way to start your research is to consider the size and type of your lawn. The commercial lawn mower you plan to use depends mainly on these two aspects.
If you’re replacing an old commercial lawn mower, then you probably have an indication of what works best for you. But if this is your first purchase, the first thing you need to know is how many square feet of lawn you have. If you have a large lawn to mow, then you should definitely think about investing in a commercial lawn mower. A few extra considerations to make with commercial lawn mowers include your budget, as these machines are more expensive than normal lawn mowers, your mechanical skills, which will come in handy for maintenance, and the mowers durability.
Features to Look for in Commercial Lawn Mowers
The commercial lawn mowers that are available today come gas powered, fully equipped, and most of the time with a zero-turn radius. Some even have a mulching option. There are some features which allow you to get your mowing job done without hassle.
One example is the rotostop system which allows the commercial lawn mower’s motor to run without spinning the blade. This way, you can walk away from your commercial lawn mower and come back without having to restart it when you want to continue mowing.
Another important feature is the hydrostatic transmission. This feature offers you various ground speeds for any type of mowing condition to get a superb grass cut. An easy-empty grass bag is a convenient addition for it collects the grass cuttings in a bag that is easy to remove, empty and replace.
Commercial Lawn Mower Tips and Lawn Care
Here are a few tips to keep commercial lawn mowers in good shape and your lawn looking its best. Always make sure that the unleaded gas in your commercial lawn mower is no more than 30 days old. If you want to extend the fuels longevity, try a fuel stabilizer. Keep the mower blades of your commercial lawn mower sharp otherwise they won’t cut the lawn as crisply and could damage the grass. Mow the lawn when it’s dry for wet grass can ruin the blades. Also, make sure to clean the underside of the deck and blades occasionally, as grass cutting and debris can build up and hinder the commercial lawn mower’s performance.
