Much of yard maintenance involves cutting vegetation, in one form or another. For your convenience I've gathered together 4 items of landscaping equipment that make cutting easier. Compare gas and electric chain saws as tree-cutting tools. See why ratchet pruners prune better. And explore the pros and cons of electric hedgers and string trimmers when compared to their gas-powered equivalents in landscaping equipment.
1. Remington Electric Chain Saws
Gas-powered chain saws are fueled with a gas/oil mix, and you're forced to calculate the ratio. With electric, you just plug it in and go! All electric landscaping equipment starts up easily, too. Gas chain saws start with a starter rope that you tug at. With electric, startup is a sure thing. Electric chain saws are also easy to wield once you begin cutting. For instance, the 14" Remington weighs in at 5.23 pounds.
2. Ratchet Pruners: The Easy Pruning Shears
Ratchet pruners easily cut thick tree branches that regular pruners would stand no chance against. The ratchet's settings multiply your hand's power, so tyou don’t have to do the work – the tool does it for you. As you cut a branch, the ratchet clicks and moves to the next setting, providing ever-increasing pressure as you cut. Ideal landscaping equipment for those with hand ailments.3. Black & Decker 16" Hedge Trimmers TR1600
Electric hedge trimmers make for inexpensive and lightweight landscaping equipment when compared to gas-powered models. An added plus with electric is automatic start-up. But the comparison is not one-sided, as gas hedge trimmers have their own advantages. Explore how electric and gas hedge trimmers stack up in this landscaping equipment review.4. Cordless String Trimmers
You're tired, having just finished mowing the lawn, and now it's time to trim what the mower couldn't reach. What you want at this point is a string trimmer that makes your work relatively easy. You don't want to have to worry about fueling your string trimmer, nor should it be too heavy to lug around from one corner of your yard to the other. See why Black & Decker's "Grass Hog" is the landscaping equipment that satisfies these requirements.5. Black & Decker Alligator Loppers
Ultimately, the Alligator Lopper must be judged in light of its capabilities as a specialized tool. Matched to the right job, this tool excels. I discuss what jobs I would recommend Alligator Loppers for, plus features of the tool itself, in this review of Black & Decker Alligator Loppers.
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