Comments on: Why should I buy a electric lawnmower instead of a gas lawnmower?

By: flipper

flipper — Wed, 17 Jun 2009 16:52:28 +0000

An electric mower would be fine if you have a small yard and outside access to electricity that can supply the entire area needing to be mowed.

Electric mowers are cleaner in more ways than one. Yes, they are better for the environment. They also do not require as much maintenance, such as changing the oil, filling the gas, sparkplugs, etc. Not to mention oil leaks, gas leaks and such that may have to be cleaned up.

A gas mower would probably be better if you have a larger area to mow or do not have outside electrical outlets.

By: Renaissance Man

Renaissance Man — Wed, 17 Jun 2009 16:52:28 +0000

Since it doesn't have a 2 stroke engine, it produces less air pollution than gas. It is also much quieter. If you can use solar power to recharge then you'll recharge it without paying for electricity and less pollution from the electrical generation plant.

By: Dan

Dan — Wed, 17 Jun 2009 16:52:28 +0000

RenMan is right on. Air pollution isnt limited to 2 cycle engines. Four cycle engines pollute less but pollute none-the-less. You wont have that with an electric mower. Electrics are typically cheaper than gasoline powered mowers, are considerably lighter which makes them easier to push and generally cheaper/easier to repair/maintain.

Some drawbacks are that dang cord, less power and I have yet to see a self-propelled electric although there might be one.

By: Sjean

Sjean — Wed, 17 Jun 2009 16:52:28 +0000

Why not buy a push lawnmover instead and get some exercise while you're mowing the lawn??