Buying a Self-Propelled Lawn Mower for a Good Price

The early spring and summertime have the highest need for consistent lawn-mowing with that grass growing at a fast clip every single week. This is the time of the year that demand will be high. After the sleepy winter has come to an end and the sun is out, the rain is falling, and the plants are growing and they need maintenance. The high grass reminds us that we need to dust off our lawn-mowers and get to work. It is during this time that we may realize that we need a new machine and there are options to choose from everywhere, but they will cost you.

The early and late fall sees a decline in land maintenance and as such, retailers are trying to move their summer products to make way for the next season. This is the best time to find those deals. Savvy consumers ensure that they buy in September when lawn-mowers are still available but have many specials and discounts to remove what is left of the stock from stores’ shelves.

Other Cost Savings Strategies with self-propelled lawn mowers

The best way to plan on one of these purchases is to buy when the price is low. Not everyone has this luxury. If your self-propelled lawn mower kicks the can on you during the beginning of the season, you aren’t going to be able to survive without one and will have to bit the bullet on getting one early. The good news is that there are still deals that can be found.

Buying Self-Propelled Lawn mowers on holidays for discounts

Mid-May provides special sales for holidays like Father’s Day and Memorial Day which come with temporary price reductions and 30-day low-price guarantees. Retailers try to grab the attention of consumers right when the season starts, enticing them to come in for these big deals in hopes that not only will these larger purchases be made, but other accompanying purchases will accompany them. All-in-all, the excitement for the season can mean big bucks for retailers, and some attractive price cuts for consumers.

How to negotiate when buying a self-propelled lawn mower

Should you miss this initial sweet-spot for early deals, you may have a local small retailer in your area where there are sometimes the ability to haggle a bit. It is worth a try attempting to negotiate the suggested retail price (MSRP) and see if you make any headway. Smaller retailers are more likely to be open to a bit of negotiation on a larger purchase. If you are unsuccessful at achieving any wiggle room on the price, it won’t hurt to ask about seeing if there are any other deals they’d consider such as including a free bottle of oil or a replacement belt when you buy a self-propelled lawnmower at full price from their establishment. It can’t hurt, and every bit adds up to help.

How to get Store Discounts on self-propelled lawn mowers

The other option for some savings is to look at store specials which have year-round discounts. Sometimes, if you apply for a credit card or sign up for emails with a store you get a coupon that can be anywhere from 10-25 percent. This is an opportunity to take full advantage of that discount and save a couple of dollars and a larger purchase.

Store credit cards may also come with their specials like interest-free financing options for a specified period which can help you spread the costs out with more manageable monthly payments. They may also have specials such as money back on higher purchase amounts by signing up for a credit card. Just make sure to pay these each month and have the payments completed before the final date. In some cases, these cards can even be paid off in advance of the final date without penalty.

Buying Used Self-Propelled Lawn Mowers

Purchasing a second-hand self-propelled lawn mower in good condition is always an option. Some retailers will offer discounts on refurbished models or you can always look at private sellers to see if there are better deals. It is important that to protect your best interests with a private seller, you only look for models that have solid reviews and well-liked brand names.

Your best bet is to find a used lawn-mower that is not more than two or three years of age. As far as price goes, a fair asking amount is about 60-70 percent of the retail price when purchasing in a store, but much less when you are buying from a private seller. Practice due diligence by asking questions and turning it on to try it out and see if it works properly. If repairs need to be made, get an understanding of the cost of those repairs to see if they make the discounted purchase worthwhile or not. Last, inquire about warranties, which are very common in retail settings.

The Best Way to get a good deal on self-propelled lawn mowers

There are many options to find a good deal on a self-propelled lawnmower. If you are particularly handy, a second-hand option that you can work on may offer options that come at significant price savings. Always remember the most important thing to the longevity of your mower is to keep it properly maintained through oil changes and air filter replacements.

Resources— HouseLogic, LAWNSMITH

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