From cars and kitchen appliances to home-heating systems, gas-free is the way to be lately, but does that same logic apply to your lawn mower as well? More than likely you’re aware that when it comes to purchasing a lawn mower you have many options, one of which is whether to go with a gas or an electric-powered model.

To help you weigh your options as thoroughly as possible, here’s a quick comparison of environmental impact, maintenance, usage and cost factors that we’ve compiled for your review.

Environmental Impact:

• Just like most electric-powered products on the market, electric lawn mowers offer you a way to create a greener landscape, quite literally.
• Gas-powered lawn mowers on the other hand can produce harmful fumes that pollute the atmosphere.

Required Maintenance:

• Electric lawn mowers are free of spark plugs, fuel filters, oil and obviously gasoline. That means less time maintaining your lawn mower, and more time using it!
• Lawn mowers that require gasoline to run require regular engine maintenance, but parts are easier to replace than those on electric mowers.

Ease of Use:

• Though electric lawn mowers come both corded and cordless, corded options limit the amount of mobility you have while cordless options may only offer an hour of mow-time.
• Gas-powered lawn mowers tend to cut through tough grassy patches better than their electric counterparts, and are less restricted by cords or electric charge.
• Like many electric appliance options, electric lawn mowers are generally quieter sounding than those that are powered by gasoline.

Cost Effectiveness:

• Electric lawn mowers are usually on the more pricey end of the spectrum, but their minimal maintenance costs may save you money in the long run.
• Gas-powered options are typically more durable and costs less. Though you may spend more money on repairs, they’re known to last longer than electric options.

Still not sure which model to go with? Forget about purchasing a lawn mower and sign up for a lawn care service instead! The lawn care professionals at Turf Unlimited are well-equipped with both lawn mowers and knowledge to make sure your landscape is looking good all year round.

For more information, call 888-649-9919 today!