Just starting out.....what size mower 36" or 48" walk?

Discussion in 'Starting a Lawn Care Business' started by daves306, Dec 13, 2011.

  1. daves306

    daves306 LawnSite Member
    from Perrysburg, Ohio
    Messages: 3

    I am in the beginning phases of going out on my own. Most of my accounts will be smaller to mid size residential lots. I will most likely be dealing with gates, tight spaces etc... but at the same time I know time is money. Just looking for some experienced input? Thanks
     
    daves306, Dec 13, 2011
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  2. Patriot Services

    Patriot Services LawnSite Fanatic
    from Tampa FL
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    36. With a mulch plate it should fit through a common 36" gate. The samll time savings of a 48" will be offset by having to use a 21 in the backyards. Plus a 36 and 21 easily fit on cheap 5ft wide trailers.
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    Patriot Services, Dec 13, 2011
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  3. daves306

    daves306 LawnSite Member
    from Perrysburg, Ohio
    Messages: 3

    Thanks Patriot. I am thinking a Qwikchute would be perfect for the bigger walk. What do you like for a heavy duty 21"?
     
    daves306, Dec 13, 2011
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  4. Patriot Services

    Patriot Services LawnSite Fanatic
    from Tampa FL
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    Honestly don't waste money on "commercial" 21's. I have used Toros, Lawnboys even Craftsmen over the years. Never paid more than 300 and got years of use from them.
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    Patriot Services, Dec 13, 2011
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  5. Florida Gardener

    Florida Gardener LawnSite Fanatic
    from Humid S. Fl. with sights set on San Diego
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    Yup, totally agree. A 32/36 will take care of the common yard and be able to get in 99% of backs plus is cheaper than a 48".
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    Florida Gardener, Dec 13, 2011
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  6. LawnMan19

    LawnMan19 LawnSite Gold Member
    from South Hills of Pittsburgh, PA
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    Yeah a 36 should be good for you. As far as a 21 the new lawnboy's are junk a honda Model # HRS216SDA form homedepot is good for the money and at only 389.99 is a great mower.Thumbs Up
     
    LawnMan19, Dec 13, 2011
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  7. DavidsonLandscaping

    DavidsonLandscaping LawnSite Senior Member
    from Lynn, Massachusetts
    Messages: 304

    i would go with a 36" mower. a 48 i think would be a little over kill if your doing any houses with fences, might sit more than it works.
     
    DavidsonLandscaping, Dec 14, 2011
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  8. ralph02813

    ralph02813 LawnSite Bronze Member
    Male, from Charlestown, RI
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    All 36's are not created equal, if in fact you do have 36 in gates measure your machine of choice - mine is a perfect 36 :cool2:
     
    ralph02813, Dec 15, 2011
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