On episode 3 of Power Moves, Ryan and Stirling sit down with Hayden Arbour, founder of Electric Lawn, to discuss the real-world impact of battery-powered equipment in commercial landscaping.

From durability and charging infrastructure to employee adoption, power output, maintenance, and long-term operating costs, Hayden shares what it's like running an all-electric landscaping company day in and day out.

The conversation dives into how battery technology has evolved over the last few years, why more contractors are beginning to take electric equipment seriously, and what businesses should consider when making the switch from gas-powered tools.

Hayden also talks about the importance of support, efficiency, and building systems around electric equipment – offering valuable insight for contractors, landscapers, and business owners curious about where the industry is headed.

If you've ever wondered whether battery-powered equipment can truly keep up with commercial demands, this episode is for you.

Show notes:

00:00 - Introduction

00:19 - A typical day at Electric Lawn

01:03 - How Electric Lawn started

01:51 - Building an electric landscaping business

03:02 - Fuel savings and business efficiency

04:54 - Why Hayden chose battery-powered equipment

07:10 - Charging infrastructure and early challenges

11:02 - Employee reactions to battery tools

13:34 - Battery power vs gas performance

14:44 - Durability, maintenance and the future of electric landscaping

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