Riding Lawn Mower Accessories

If you’re coming from a push or walk-behind mower, then a riding mower can be quite the upgrade for taking care of your property. Saving time and increasing efficiency is the backbone of working smarter, so you shouldn’t stop at just getting a riding mower. Look into the wide world of accessories! Riding mowers can equip an array of attachments and accessories to specialize your mower or get it doing work you might not have even thought it could handle.

At Scott’s Power, we believe a well kempt lawn is just about the tops when it comes to property management. We have some great riding mowers in stock and plenty of accessories to go with them, but a lot of customers don’t consider all the possibilities there are for their riding mowers! In that spirit, we’ve put together this short article to give you some ideas about what to go for when thinking about tailoring your riding mower for your property. Read on or head into Scott’s Power at one of our locations in Missouri and Illinois.

Mulching Kit

Big properties mean longer hours and more work, and even after you’ve taken care of that big lawn there’s still the trimmings to deal with. No shortage of property managers have wasted too much time disposing of clippings, but a mulching kit can cut that down while putting your waste to good use. This type of kit attaches a mulching blade and plug for filtering out clippings. This breaks down clippings for later use and cuts down on time spent emptying out collection bags!

Material Collection Kit

Not everyone wants to lay down mulch on their lawns. If you’re more interested in disposing of clippings rather than recycling them, consider a material collection kit. These types of kits come with chutes or hoppers designed to collect all clippings for disposal. They can also come with a blade that pushes clippings into the collection bags for easier use and fewer clippings.

Cart

Your riding mower will have some amount of towing strength, so there’s not much of a reason to overlook this advantage. This can be particularly helpful if you plan on covering ground with your lawn mower and want to bring some tools or supplies with you. A towable cart can help you empty collection bags or transport any other material you may face. Stow tools, containers, and anything else you need from job to job!

Lights

You won’t always have the light you need when you want it, whether due to an early morning rise or a late day. To extend the amount of time you have to work with, consider installing lights on your riding mower so you can work even when it’s and dark. You can even ask your manufacturer about whether or not you can upgrade again to LEDs.

Sunshade/Canopy

Sometimes too much sunlight can also be an issue, especially if you have a lot of property to take care of during warmer months. One of the cheapest, easiest, and most helpful installations you can make is a sunshade or canopy to protect you from the hot sun in the middle of summer.

Brush Guard

For an extra security measure, consider getting a brush guard or bumper for your riding mower. Riding mowers are easy to operate, but this kind of work comes with a lot of debris that can be nearly impossible to avoid and especially harmful if your radiator is directly behind the grill, as a stray branch could easily puncture and ruin it. A brush guard will help protect not only the exterior of your riding mower, but also any easily accessible interior parts.

These accessories and attachments are a great start for crafting the perfect riding mower setup to fit your needs. However, this isn’t a comprehensive list. There are plenty of other attachments available! For a look at some more great accessories, or just some fantastic riding mowers, head to Scott’s Power in Bridgeton, Arnold, and Wentzville, Missouri, as well as Metro East Illinois. Come in today and discover the true meaning of customer satisfaction!