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How to Buy a Lawn Mower as a Gift

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A new lawn mower makes a great gift for someone who has just moved from a condo or apartment to a house with a yard (and all the responsibility that goes with it!). Here are some things to consider when shopping.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy
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Things You'll Need:

  • Lawn Mowers
  1. Step 1

    Think about your recipient, the new homeowner. Is this person likely to cut his or her own grass, or hire a landscaper? A lawn mower is an expensive gift - make sure it will be used.

  2. Step 2

    Consider the size of the homeowner's yard. Is it an acre or more of high-maintenance lawn, or a little postage-stamp parcel of land?

  3. Step 3

    Determine your price range. Expect to spend $100 to $500 for a basic walk-behind mower (higher prices will purchase more power and heavier construction) and $900 or more for a riding mower.

  4. Step 4

    Decide whether you want to buy a mulching mower so the new homeowner doesn't need to worry about disposing of clippings.

  5. Step 5

    Consider a self-propelled unit if the homeowner has a large or hilly yard. (Note that this type of unit will be in the higher end of the price range.)

  6. Step 6

    Shop at the eHow store or at several local home and garden centers to find the best combination of features and price.

  7. Step 7

    Review the warranties offered with each unit and take this into consideration when choosing the model.

  8. Step 8

    Consider unpacking the unit (and assembling if necessary) and presenting it with a large ribbon or bow. A lawn mower is a very large and heavy gift to wrap conventionally.

Tips & Warnings
  • Include a good book about lawn care as an add-on gift.
  • You may want to consider partnering with someone on this present - a nice lawn mower is an expensive item, and it is better to get a good one with someone else than buy a low-quality model by yourself.

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