4 Common Questions About Robotic Lawn Mowers

Technology is constantly improving the way we work. Of course, this includes the way we do our yard work. As you may have heard, robotic mowers are the latest in landscape innovation! Not only can these machines make your yard work easier, but they can also make it safer if you have steep slopes. Here are some of the common questions clients ask about our robotic lawn mower.

1. What Is a Robotic Lawn Mower?

Robotic mowers are autonomous machines that can mow grass without the assistance of a human. Sensor technology, like LiDAR, makes this possible. This is a type of artificial intelligence. These automated mowers are great for trimming grass once you have designated definite boundaries and areas that need to be avoided. These areas might include gardens or flower beds.

2. How Do These Machines Work?

Many robot lawn mowers need a perimeter wire established to keep them within the right boundaries. However, there are some newer models that don’t require this. New models can simply use sensors or even GPS technology to stay within a designated area. The pre-established boundaries will guide the mower as it moves across the lawn trimming the grass with a blade similar to a traditional lawn mower.

3. Who Should Invest in a Robotic Lawn Mower?

This device is ideal for anyone who doesn’t want to mow, doesn’t have time to mow, or is physically unable to mow their grass with traditional means. This option is much more affordable in the long run than hiring a landscape company on a regular basis. According to Lowes, robotic mowers can function on sloped land, sometimes handling up to 24 degrees depending on the model. If you're tired of mowing sloped land, try a robotic lawn mower.

4. How Do I Control the Mower?

Most of these devices are controlled using a smartphone app. Using the app, you will be able to customize schedules for mowing, set up speed, establish the operating area, and other features. In fact, once you have gotten accustomed to using the device, you may not even need to be home in order to have the grass cut. You'll be able to activate the mower from your phone no matter where you are physically. If the parameters of the mowing area are set accurately, then you'll return home later to a nicely trimmed yard.

Interested in getting a robotic lawn mower for yourself? We can help! Learn more about these products by contacting our team at Greenline Landscape Services today.