When running a lawn care company, you want to ensure your customers are thrilled with the final result. Taking care of a lawn can be challenging when you don’t have the right equipment. It also seems wise to invest in the most reliable and highest-quality equipment. If inventory day arrives and you are wondering whether you need to add or upgrade equipment, here is a look at some “must-have” spray tools that should be ready for the next job.
1 – Hose Reel
A hose is vital for spraying water and other liquids needed to keep a lawn healthy, and it’s also important to prevent the hose from becoming a safety hazard. You don’t want the hose unraveling all over the lawn, disorganized. Spooling the hose on a hose reel allows you to maintain order, reduce the likelihood of people tripping, and protect the hose. If the hose is overexposed, it could suffer from unnecessary wear and tear. A durable hose reel can be mounted where needed, regulating how much the hose length is unraveled.
2 – Spray Gun
When spraying with pesticides, herbicides, fertilizers, and more, using the right applicator is necessary to disperse substances in a controlled way. The spray gun will also come with different settings designed to apply the materials appropriately. You might wish to target a direct stream toward a particular area, or you may want a broad, cloudy-like mist. With the right spray gun, you have several choices available.
3 – Tank
Without a tank filled with the liquids needed for the lawn care job, you will unlikely get much work done. Choosing the appropriate tank means picking the right size for a particular job. The sizes will vary, as there are tanks that a worker can wear on their back, or there could be ones that affix to trucks or trailers. Tanks should last long, making them a worthwhile investment. They shouldn’t corrode or suffer from degradation easily. Also, workers should be able to clean the tanks without much trouble.
4 – Hose
Liquids cannot get from the tank to the spray gun unless they travel through a hose. A hose that easily suffers damage won’t be of much value, as even pinholes can cause serious problems. Purchasing a reliable, tough hose that is the correct length and capable of handling the chemicals intended for is a must. Selecting the proper diameter and length further supports getting the most from the hose.
5 – Nozzle
You won’t get the desired spray patterns without attaching the correct nozzle. You want a nozzle that fits snugly and doesn’t contribute to any waste. Keeping extra nozzles available can be helpful.
6 – Pressure Guage
The liquids must come from the spray gun and nozzle at the desired pressure levels. You also don’t want the spray to go in the wrong direction, which may happen when you cannot maintain correct pressure levels.
Keep an eye on all these items in your lawn care business’s inventory. Upgrade and replace them when the time comes to do so. By not replacing spray equipment pieces when needed, other pieces of equipment will last longer and your business productivity will improve.
