More and more homeowners continue to use gas blowers to clear their property, not only leaves and debris in the yard, but various types of debris as well. Of course, they are still the number one choice for professional landscaping companies and commercial real estate. Today, although four-strokes have become more and more common, most of them use two-strokes. The power of the gas leaf blower is in cubic centimeters or cc. Of course, the larger the number, the more power you get.
The size of the property you need to maintain largely determines the type of gas blower you end up buying. A small yard of half an acre or less does not require a leaf blower larger than 20 or 30 cc. Of course, bigger props will work better at higher speeds and powers, and things in the 50ccs range may be more applicable. You can also choose from many brands and manufacturers. One of the most popular brands is Stihl, while other popular brands include Echo, Toro, Troy-Bilt, Husqvarna, Makita, and Ryobi.
Leaf blowers can be divided into the following three categories:
Manual gas leaf blower
For small and medium sizes, handheld leaf blowers are the most common and popular. They can also be easily used in landscape properties as you can easily get around any obstacles or structures. These are also the most affordable options you can find, starting at about $75 and going up to about $200. The potential downside is that due to the weight, the handheld model can be difficult to use overtime, so especially for large properties, you may want to go in a different direction.
Backpack gas leaf blower
The next step in the handheld model is the backpack style pneumatic leaf blower. You tie them on your shoulders and carry them around on your back, hence the name backpack. These are great choices for large and medium-sized homes. However, they are so fast and efficient that many homeowners of small yards also follow this path. Even if you don’t carry them with your arms, they still become very heavy and unusable. However, today they have more features and functions than ever before. You’ll find padded and adjustable shoulder straps, noise reduction and shock absorbers, and even models that meet emissions standards, despite their increased power.
Walking or mobile leaf blower
The most powerful option you can use is a walk-behind or wheeled leaf blower. For large properties and commercial operations, these are definitely the best choice as they are fast, powerful, efficient and easy to operate. Of course, the style you ultimately choose will be based on your own needs and desires, and you will find many reliable options to choose from.