For many people, the beginning of spring and summer meant that the ever-tiresome lawn mowing season has started once again.
For some homeowners, this is a tiresome time because they have to pay someone to come out, and for other homeowners the tiresome nature lies in the fact that they have to get out there themselves.
If you fall into the latter category and are looking for a quick and easy way to keep your grass at bay, you could opt for a ride on mower.
Consider what you want to do
For most homeowners, simply being able to keep the grass at a manageable level is enough for them, whereas others are interested in being able to mulch and catch clippings with their ride on mower, too. If you aren't interested in completing tasks like this, however, why would you fork out the extra money for a mower that does them when you could buy a cheaper model that suits your needs?
Consider your comfort levels
If you live on a larger property, cutting the grass can prove to be a highly uncomfortable task, even with the luxury of being able to sit down whilst you do it. If you are worried about quickly growing uncomfortable you should be looking at mowers that offer additional features, such as padded seating or steering wheels.
Consider brand names
Whilst it is fine to veer of the track of the known brand and buy the cheaper, generic versions, this is not true of ride on mowers. Remember the old adage you get what you pair for and splurge a bit on a model from a popular and brand. The main reasons for this are that the brand is well known for a reason and replacement parts will be much easier to source.
Consider when to buy
Believe it or not, there are actually good and bad times of the year to buy a new mower - you would think that the end of summer would be the best time to pick up a bargain, but there are actually more sales at the beginning of spring.
There can be no denying that the purchase of a brand new ride on mower could be highly beneficial for a number of homeowners, but it is important to look at the above considerations before you do, otherwise you may find yourself with a mower that is unsuitable for your needs.
If you have any other questions regarding the purchase of a riding mower, just give your local dealer a call or pop in for a quick chat, and happy lawn mowing!
