Long Reach Hedge Trimmer
For pruning and trimming taller shrubs and plants, a long reach hedge trimmer is an ideal choice of equipment. It does away with the need to use ladders or other climbing equipment to reach tall growth. Telescopic or long reach trimmers are useful do-it-yourself garden tools that can save you money on your garden maintenance. If you have a large garden with plenty of shrubs and hedges, it is an ideal tool to keep your hedges looking smart and properly maintained. For someone having a landscaping business, this is again a very convenient peice of gardening equipment.
Electric or Petrol?
A Long reach trimmer is usually either electrically powered or petrol driven. The latter are handier than electric hedge trimmers as large lengths of trailing wires are not only dangerous but can cause great obstruction whilst working. The unit itself consists of a motor, a long pole then a blade section used for cutting. Petrol trimmers can usually last around one hour of constant use, battery powered trimmers vary greatly in performance but often lose power much quicker. The tilting head of the trimmer can normally be adjusted to any angle, thus allowing you to reach awkward spots quite easily.
These telescopic hedge trimmers usually come with a shoulder strap so that the weight of the machine is concentrated to your arms, enabling you to work for longer periods. However, it is essential to wear safety gear in the form of eye glasses, gloves and ear protection whenever you use your trimmer.
Popular Brands
Popular hedge trimmer manufacturers include GTECH and Ryobi, but the models produced by Stihl are the most popular with both home and commercial users. This is due to their great durability, efficiency and value for money. Big trimming jobs can be completed with minimal effort using a Stihl trimmer.
It is a good idea to check for the safety features being offered on the hedge trimmers you intend to buy, not only will this prevent accidents but will also offer peace of mind when using your machine. Before making a selection, assess your needs for kinds of job you will be performing and take in to consideration the size of your garden. Also, check out the after sales service, details regarding repairs and ask the dealer for a demonstration of the equipment too if possible.
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