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With so many different lawn equipment brands to choose from, you might wonder what sets RedMax apart from the competition. Often, the distinctions for each brand are found in price-point and quality. Other times, different brands offer very similar equipment but bring their own particular specialization to the table and you just have to choose which features are most important to you...

Whether you're starting a new lawn or filling in bare spots on an existing lawn, seeding is the most cost-effective and labor-saving solution. There's quite a variety of grass species that grow well in Texas which can be started from seed. You location determines which species will work best. Northern parts of Texas can grow cool-season grasses, but the more...

It's fairly well-known that fuel containing ethanol can damage small engines. Fuel with up to 10% ethanol is still safe, though, if you can use it up within 30 days or if you add a fuel stabilizer. More and more gas stations, however, are starting to offer E15 fuel, which contains 15% ethanol. This level of ethanol is not safe...

Choosing the best string-line trimmer for your lawn care needs comes down to a few simple choices. There's a wide range of trimmers available, but you can narrow the selection significantly by choosing how you want the trimmer powered, your preferred shaft style, how powerful the trimmer needs to be, and what kind of brand features you're looking for. Gas...

We're starting to see more and more stand-on mowers and aerators being used across the country by lawn care professionals. Stand-on lawn equipment has clear advantages in certain situations that make them a good addition to your fleet of commercial lawn equipment. Stand-On Features Stand-on mowers and aerators merge several benefits of walk-behind and seated riding lawn equipment. Both stand-on...

Lawns often suffer during the sweltering summer months. Cool-season grass can go dormant if it's not getting enough water, and even warm-season grass may slow-down when the weather gets really hot. Cut Grass High This step is simple: just set your mower deck a little higher. Taller grass is healthier, more tolerant of stress, and better able to handle hot...

The Cheetah is Scag's fastest, and most comfortable, commercial lawn mower. With speeds up to 16 miles per hour and large cutting decks, Scag Cheetahs make short work of lawn mowing tasks and are a wise choice for serious lawn care professionals. While the Scag Cheetah is a substantial investment in terms of money, it's one of the highest quality...

For many years, battery powered equipment was not practical for many homeowners or lawn care professionals because the equipment couldn't provide enough power and didn't hold charges well. As technology improves, however, you get more powerful equipment with longer run times. Battery-powered equipment also has the advantage of being lightweight and producing zero emissions. Stihl's expanding line of battery-powered KombiSystem...

If you've got an overgrown backyard or a field to clear, the right tools can make the difference between several weeks of backbreaking work and a few days' worth of brush cutting. Armed with tools like a reliable hand-held trimmer or a wheeled walk-behind brushcutter, you can make short work of out-of-control vegetation. Check Before Clearing Before you go in...

Powered pole pruners make it possible to cut high-up limbs, branches, and vines that you'd otherwise need a ladder to reach. Pole saws are a useful tool, but only if you learn how to use them safely before you start cutting with them for the first time. First, choose a pole saw that is comfortable for you to use. You...