Lawn Mowers *** Expert Advice

 I purchased a house and am moving in 5 weeks. I have mowed many lawns in my
life, just never had to buy one. If somebody could provide me feedback on a
good
lawnmower I would appreciate it. My yard isn't that big, doesn't have
any hills
and will probably take 15-20 minutes. Friends of mine have
lawnmowers that
around $300-$400 but also have a much bigger yard than me.
I would like to keep
the price under $300 since mine will require less use
than the average mower in
a season. Any suggestions on brand, essentials
to look for and cost? Since
lawnmowers are season should I expect the
price to drop as we get closer to
fall? Lastly, recommendations on
weedwackers?

Thanks all,
TMJ

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 tmj wrote:

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If it doesn't have any hills then a type that doesn't drive thew wheels
will probably be just fine.  So that should easily get you under $300.
Ones that can mulch are great, and if the yard has lots of holes or
ruts, get one with the big wheels in back.

Weedwhackers...Unless you need pruning attachments, I'd stick with a
basic one.  The Echo ones at home depot look pretty good.  I prefer the
long straight shaft so your feet don't get near the string.

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life, just never had to buy one. If somebody could provide me feedback on

good lawnmower I would appreciate it. My yard isn't that big, doesn't

any hills and will probably take 15-20 minutes

<http://www.leevalley.com/garden/page.aspx?c=1&p 190&cat=2,2160,51170>

A reel mower takes no more time than a gas or electric powered mower,
is much quieter, more fun to use, and results in a healthier lawn
because it cuts the blades (like scissors) rather than smashing and
tearing them.

Bonus: If you want to mow the lawn at 6 am on a Sunday because you're
awake anyway and can get a jump on the heat, there will be no
complaints from the neighbours.

Additional bonus: No ongoing costs of gasoline or oil, easy to
maintain, and if your kids are like mine, they'll actually enjoy using
it!

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 On Jul 23, 12:22 am, Dave Balderstone

I'd point out that cost is not only related to how long you can expect
the product to last.   It's also related to how well the product
works, how easy it is to start, use, etc.    I've owned the typical
Sears mower for $300 and I've owned a $600 Honda.  The quality of the
cut and the way the lawn looks after using the Honda is superior to
the Sears.  I don't know if it's the deck shape or the fact that they
use a 2 blade design, or both.   Now, whether it's worth it to you is
a personal choice.

On the other hand, for less $$$, with a Sears or similar you can get
more power, which may or may not be important depending on how you
intend to use it.

 I have a self propelled Craftsman with a mulching blade. It works well
for me and I have no complaints with it.