Top Important Power Tools for Landscaping Business
Power tools are pretty sophisticated and fairy pricy than hand tools. You will need to set aside a huge budget. Let’s get right in and have a look at the best power tools for a landscaping business.
Snow Blower
The greatest opportunities in winter will be snow blowing. The best way to capitalize on this season is to own a snow blower. You can have two or three of them for every driveway and terrain: one for a small driveway; the second one for large driveways and a tracked model for steep driveways.
Of course the units are pricey, but you should be able to afford one for your clients. The best snow blower for a large driveway should cost you at least 1500 dollars. The price may be lower depending on model, but we recommend quality units that are reliable and long lasting.
Lawn Mower
Like snow blowers, a lawn mower is another priciest tool that you need to own. There are a host of them in the market that range from self-propelled models, zero-turn mowers and gas-powered models.
The self-propelled versions are fairy affordable but may not be ideal in commercial ventures. For business purposes, we suggest a riding mower with a wide cut width of up to 30-inches. However, there are small riding mowers for small yards if you’d want the smallest model.
Chainsaw
Some branches and trees will be ambiguous to manage with general hand tools. For that reason, you may need a chainsaw to fell the branches and even reduce the limbs into small pieces.
Chainsaws are fairly affordable. It is possible to get a good chainsaw that’s under 150 dollars. When looking for a chainsaw, you should be conscious about the bar length. The bar length can vary from 12, 16, 18 and 20-inches. Most chainsaws are heavy, but there are a few lightweight models if you do the research well.
You can choose from gas models and battery-powered chainsaw. We don’t recommend a corded model since you may be choosing a chainsaw in the field where there’s no power outlet.
Lawn Aerator and Edger
The purpose of lawn aerator is to loosen the soil below the grass and create avenues for nutrients oxygen and water to be absorbed quickly. There are hand aerators but we recommend a power too for optimal results in a landscaping venture.
After aerating the grass, you may need to maintain straight neat edges at lawn boundaries. You could use the general hand tools, but the lawn edger will shorten the duration by half.
Leaf Blower
Instead of raking, a leaf blower will shorten the length of time required to clear a whole hectare of fallen leaves. We prefer a gas-powered leaf blower rather than the electric version for optimal results.
Hedge Trimmer
The hedge trimmer is another essential tool to shorten the backyard hedges. When shopping, make sure you select the lightest hedge trimmer if you don’t want to be overwhelmed after a short duration.
Garden Shredder
The garden shredder will allow you shred the garden wastes into small cuttings. For example, you can chop the branches into wood chips and fallen leaves into mulch.
When shopping for power and hand tools, make sure you invest in the best unit you can afford. Buy from recognized brands, so you’re able to get the spare parts easily when you need them. We hope this article helps you make the best decision as you get started in landscaping business.