Choosing the Right Weed Eater for Your Lawn

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Last week, we looked at choosing the right lawn mower for your yard. This week, let's discuss selecting the right weed eater for you lawn. While your lawn mower may do most of the cutting, it's your weed wacker that gives your lawn that manicured look.

Choosing the right weed eater for your tastes is a complex decision. There are several factors to consider, including the edging situation of your lawn, as well as your own personal preferences. The weed wacker has grown up with the times and offers a wide range of features that you are sure to love.

Weed Wacker Types:

• Electric-powered. If you are interested in a non gas-powered weed eater, there are several models that are electric. You'll need to purchase an extension cord to ensure that you have enough range.
• Battery-powered. Some of the more recent weed wackers have a rechargeable battery pack that allows you to operate without the confines of an extension cord. It's always a good idea to buy extra batteries so that you have an ample supply of power for larger lawns
• Gas-powered. For the traditionalist, you still have an impressive selection of gas and gas/oil hybrid weed eaters. The gas/oil hybrid uses less gas, if you don't mind creating the mixture when needed.

About the Author

Kelly Richardson has obsessive compulsive lawn disorder and is afflicted with the need to share his knowledge with the world. Kelly writes lawn columns for a variety of home and garden magazines and e-zines.