New homeowners may be unsure of what lawn equipment they need to maintain the home’s curb appeal and value. A shovel and rake can do wonders, but you’ll benefit from having additional machinery. Here are five pieces to consider adding to your maintenance shed.

What Lawn Equipment Do You Need?

1. Chainsaw

There are many chainsaw models available to address everything from trimming small tree branches to chopping up tree trunks after a hurricane. Gasoline options have longer blades and more power, which makes them work well for larger jobs. Battery-powered varieties are smaller and easier to handle for seasonal trimming.

2. Weed Wacker 

People with small yards can use trimmers for cutting the grass around the bases of trees and edges of pathways. Gas options are larger and can handle heavy weeds and tall grass, while battery varieties have limited power but don’t require cords.

3. Leaf Blower

Leaf blowers are useful for removing dirt and dust off driveways and patios. They’ll also help gather grass clippings into one area after mowing the lawn so you can put them in a composter or a garbage bag. Handheld options are fantastic for small yards and dry debris, while gas-powered models are better for wet leaves and occasional snowfall. 

4. Lawn Mower

Purchase a push mower if you plan to manually maintain a yard that is smaller than ¼ of an acre. Gas varieties will go anywhere on larger properties while old fashion blade options won’t need gas.

Look for riding mowers with rear-wheel drive if your property features a lot of hills. Zero-turn options work best for quickly cutting lawns because they have powerful engines.

5. Edger

Edgers feature blades that cut a gap between sidewalks or driveways and the grass to separate the two materials neatly. These tools increase curb appeal and improve drainage by providing a channel for water to flow off the pavement.

Homeowners interested in purchasing lawn equipment should view the inventory at Bryant’s Outdoor Equipment in the Wiregrass area of Alabama. The company has nearly 20 years of experience providing people with fair deals on the tools they need. Call the lawn equipment experts at (334) 794-4419 or check out the website to learn about the service department that performs repairs on power tools, ATVs, and lawn mowers.