Lawn Mowers

Lawn mowers come in a variety of types and price ranges and as a result there are many different types of lawn mowers for sale . There are two basic types of lawn mowers – push mowers and ride-on mowers that still vary in size, design, and engineering. There are also differences in the way the various lawn mowers cut your grass.

Push mowers are either gas or electric, except for the reel style lawn mowers that are powered by good old fashioned elbow-grease. However because they use no alternative source of power, they are considered the most environmentally friendly mower.

Other variations of push mowers include gas and electric power. Many people find fueling and maintaining gas powered mowers dirty and inconvenient while others prefer their increased power. Whatever the power source, push lawn mowers have varying features including self-propelled, mulching or bagging.

Mulching lawn mowers mulch the grass clippings and throw them back out onto the lawn. Bagging or catching mowers collect the clippings in an attached containment bag and is more aesthetically pleasing to the neighbors.

Ride-on lawn mowers are another type of mower that are often used for larger scale yards. Also known as lawn tractors, there are many different features available with ride-on lawn mowers. Some riding lawn mowers are designed with a hitch to pull a yard cart or spreader behind them for additional lawn tasks besides mowing.

Though such lawn mowers are designed for use while sitting, there are some where you are required to stand. These lawn mowers are typically reserved for large scale or large volume mowing and easy transport, thus more  frequently reserved for professional lawn services and local area councils for example.

Lawn mowers range in price from a couple hundred US Dollars to a few thousand US Dollars, depending on type, make and model. Regardless of cost or type, lawn mowers are an essential piece of equipment for most homeowners. Choosing one depends vastly on the type and size of yard you have and how you want to approach lawn maintenance.