Trimmers and edgers are some of the most useful yard tools that you can have around. A grass edge trimmer will keep the lawn bordering your walkways and driveway nice and neat. And other styles of trimmer will help you shape hedges or foliage.

When choosing the best electric edger or trimmer, consider the tasks you will be doing, the size of your yard, how often you plan to use the equipment and what density of foliage you will be cutting. Longer battery life will be necessary for large yards, and a more powerful motor will make cutting through dense material easier and less time-consuming.

You can also consider buying a lawn edge trimmer as part of a yard care equipment package, which could include an electric lawn mower and a leaf blower as well.

First, by choosing electric (rather than gas-powered) yard equipment, you’re cutting fumes and a lot of noise out of your care routine. Even better, you’re cutting down on your carbon footprint, especially when you power your electric equipment with green energy. Is your house a good candidate for solar panels? What about your power company—do they offer green energy options? Adding sustainable energy sources to your home can make your electric edge trimmer an even more eco-friendly tool.

To care for your electric yard equipment battery, make sure you charge it only as much as is needed. Charging heats batteries, and heat can reduce battery life over time.

It's also crucial to use your equipment only for its intended purpose. For instance, if you have something heavy-duty to cut or trim, you may need a pole saw rather than just a trimmer.