For some people, there is nothing sweeter than the smell of fresh-cut grass until the mower breaks down halfway through the job and they aren’t mechanically inclined. Other people buy the biggest, heaviest moto mower, only to realize that even with a self-propelled mower, they are worn out by the time they finish the yard. You can keep things simple and easy if you get the lawnmower that is right for you.

A small, electric-powered or manually powered mower may do the trick. They cost a lot less than larger self-propelled models, and can give you many years of good service if they are used properly and maintained.

Bear in mind, though, that if you get a heavier lawnmower and it stalls, you might have to push it back to the storage area. In other words, get what you can handle. Lawnmowers come in all sizes and prices, and are available with electric power or gas power. A corded, electric mower is lightweight. Some are as small as 13 inches. Heavier lawnmowers won’t bounce or tip over as easily as their lightweight counterparts, but they are harder to push around in the hot sun. Self-propelled mowers take on a lot of the effort. Finally, no rotary tiller mower is any good if you cannot start it. If you don’t have the upper body strength to pull the starter cord, you may need to consider investing in an electric start mower.

Many lawns require weekly mowing, so you want to buy a lawnmower that will last. Lawnmowers are no different than any other powered tools or appliances in that you can find them for almost any budget.

The most important part on a lawn fertilizer is its engine. This is where the quality and longevity of your equipment lies. The rest of its features are all extras. Opinions run the gamut on whose engine is the best, and if you properly maintain your machine with periodic oil changes, new blades and fresh gasoline, your mower can last you for many years.