When you fancy flexible working hours, life in the outdoors, and a desirable work-life balance, it’s only natural to wonder about the advantages of running a ride on mower business. You get to be outside, have as many or as few clients as you want, and sit on a mower as opposed to pushing one all day.

You're probably thinking that riding around in circles while cutting grass might not be as lucrative as other ventures, but there's more than meets the eye here. Ride on mowers are used by lawn operators all over the world because they require less effort and time when it comes to maintaining large properties.

Advantages of a Ride On Business

When you start to really think seriously about whether a lawn mowing business with a ride on mower is right for you, the following advantages may also stand out.

• Ease of Use

Ride on lawnmowers are easy to use; there’s no doubt about it. Most late model mowers you purchase today have electric start functions rather than the more labour-intensive pull-start method.

As a result, all you have to do is jump aboard, push a button, make sure you’ve got all the correct settings, and go full steam ahead. Some brands are easier to use than others, so it can be worth talking to other lawn care operators or lawnmower salespeople before you decide on any particular model or brand.  

• Fast to Operate

Compare a push mower to a ride on lawnmower and the area they can cover, and you will see that a ride on mower typically comes out on top. When you’re providing a lawn mowing service to people with large lawn areas, you’re going to achieve each job far quicker when you’re not having to walk around.  

Once the job is done, you’ll also likely feel less exhausted. This is good news for anyone who has several sections lined up to mow in a single day.

• They’re Multi-Purpose

Depending on the brand you buy, you will likely discover that they are multi-purpose. Many brands come with attachments for mulching and even leaf collection so that you can use this one machine for many different tasks.

This is not only a time-saving measure but a convenient way to broaden your service offerings. All of a sudden, you went from only being able to offer lawn mowing to then being able to advertise that you also do mulching and leaf clearing. The extra investment may just pay off.  

• You Can Adjust the Cutting Deck

Even though you can adjust the cutting deck of most push mowers, the process is far easier on a ride on mower. While you’re sitting in your comfortable chair, you can be making the mower higher or lower, depending on the height of the grass.

This feature can be particularly helpful if you’re trying to mow long grass. You can start with a weed whacker, mow lower, then return to mow the grass to a standard lawn height once it has had a chance to recover from the shock of receiving a dramatic haircut.

• Maintenance is a Breeze

One of the most critical parts of being a lawn care service provider is maintenance. Without well-maintained equipment, you aren’t always able to perform your job to a high standard. Ride on mowers, while more complex than push mowers, are reasonably easy to maintain.

When you purchase them new, they may also come with a warranty and/or service agreement for quick and easy service through the place you bought them. You may also find that replacement parts are easy to obtain and cost-effective.  

How to Find the Perfect Ride On Lawn Mower

There is nothing wrong with running a lawn care business with push mowers. In fact, most lawn mowing companies have both. However, if you’re seeing the value in adding one to your arsenal, it’s helpful to know as much about the purchasing process as possible.

Firstly, find out what you need. Remember, the more features you have at your disposal, the more services you may be able to offer your customers.

It’s also a good idea to think about the properties in your area. Do most people have flat terrain, sloped sections, or a combination of both? Some ride on mowers are more adept at tackling tricky terrain than others.  

Just as important is the brand name. Do your homework on the models that stand out for all the right (and wrong) reasons. Don’t be afraid to ask for advice from salespeople and lawn mowing companies, and look at online reviews.

Finally, set a budget. You may already have a figure in mind of how much you want to spend, so see what you can find within it. Remember, you will also need to factor in the costs of maintenance.

Ride Ons or Push Mowers?

As many benefits as there are of having a ride on mower business, there are equally as many for having both push mowers and ride on mowers to provide a service.

Not all sections will be large enough to require a ride on lawn mower. You may even find that limited access to properties makes it challenging to mow lawns at some properties. Make yourself more versatile and flexible by considering both for your business venture. You can then start your new business with all the boxes ticked for customer and operator convenience.  

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