Our seasonal guide to efficient and seamless grounds maintenance

At the start of a new year, it’s always a good idea to evaluate the seasonal tasks that lie ahead and ensure that you have the necessary equipment to tackle them. To assist with your planning, we have categorised the most common grounds maintenance jobs by season and provided recommendations on the machinery you’ll need. By organising your equipment in advance, you’ll be prepared for each season as it arrives and be able to tackle groundscare with ease.

Spring

As the winter season comes to an end, we all eagerly await the arrival of spring, which marks the beginning of a new lawncare season. To prepare our lawns for the summer, it is essential to prioritize aeration and overseeding. The heavy rainfall during winter can lead to a waterlogged lawn, which can be rectified through aeration. This process will help to promote healthier grass and make your lawn look thicker and lusher.

We have a range of powerful aerators designed to help promote growth and create optimal conditions for the circulation of air and water in the soil, thus enhancing the penetration of nutrients and fertilisers. Our Plugr 25” Aerator is the ultimate tool for the job. It can drive cores up to 7cm deep, even in hard soil conditions, delivering impressive results. It creates 2-10x more holes than standard drum models in one pass eliminating the need for double aerating and offering the ability to do patch repair and seed bed prep in one pass.

Spring is also the perfect time to reseed lawns, especially to thicken sparse areas and repair any damage caused during winter. Our OS901 Overseeder, equipped with exclusive Auto Drop™ technology, is the perfect machine for the job, with easy-to-use controls and high germination rates.

Summer

If you’re dealing with turf maintenance during summer, you may come across areas of water-logged or scorched grass that need replacing, especially if you’re managing a golf course. Our Sod Cutter can be your perfect solution to remove damaged turf neatly, allowing for a seamless finish. Our SC18 Series Sod Cutter comes with specially designed wheels that are ideal for softer touch, bent grass, and shallow cut applications. Apart from turf removal, our Sod Cutters are also useful for cutting irrigation channels and for flatwork.

Autumn

Autumn is a great time to start preparing your lawn for the colder, wetter months and conduct maintenance. The temperature is perfect for grass seed regrowth, and September and October are the ideal months for scarifying your lawn. This process is necessary to remove dry, dead thatch or scorched grass before the frosts come. Aeration and scarifying are both vital processes that help maintain a healthy lawn, and if done at the right time of year, they can give great results. Our PR Series power rake is an efficient machine that can remove matted thatch from turf in 51 cm passes. It has a rugged design that can withstand the most demanding use. Additionally, this machine can be converted to an overseeder or vertislicer with optional accessories, making it a highly versatile piece of machinery.

With leaves starting to fall, a Lawn & Leaf Vacuum can be extremely useful to keep paths, pavements, and playgrounds clear. We offer a wide range of vacuums that can suit your job’s scale, with different models available for hard surface or turf applications.

The KV601 Multi-Surface Wheeled Vacuum may be small, but it certainly doesn’t lack in power. Equipped with a reliable Briggs & Stratton engine, the KV601 is perfect for smaller residential areas and allows for powerful suction of debris and branches with ease. Its variable height adjustment makes the vacuum ideal for multi-surface use in both residential and commercial areas. For greater ease of use, the KV601 is armed with 12” tyres, making hilly environments a breeze to tackle.

Winter

During the autumn season, keeping pathways clear of leaf debris can be a challenge as lower temperatures can cause leaves to become slippery when they compact and rot. To deal with this issue, investing in a leaf blower can be very beneficial to reduce strain and effort needed to keep on top of the endless task of removing leaves.

The X3000CE Zero Turn Stand-On Leaf Blower is a revolutionary solution for professionals facing large-scale areas and demanding clean-up tasks. With its zero-turn manoeuvrability, seamless operating controls, and robust blowing power, clearing leaves becomes a quick, simple, and stress-free process, taking user productivity to a new level.

Equipped with a high-performance 23hp Vanguard engine, this blower delivers an incredible air velocity of up to 226 mph and airflow of 184+ m³ per minute. Its Dual Deflector Air Flow System allows for a more efficient clean as the airflow can be altered, moving in three directions – left, right and straight ahead – so every inch of lawn can be cleared. It provides extraordinary leaf-clearing capabilities, allowing users to conquer significant cleanup projects with unparalleled speed and efficiency. 

Whatever your landscaping needs, Billy Goat has you covered all year round, no matter what the seasons bring. Our machinery is world-class and capable of tackling any job no matter the size. 

Effortless Autumn Cleanup: Discover the Ideal Professional Leaf Blower for Your Landscape

As autumn transforms our landscapes with vibrant hues of red, orange, and gold, it brings with it the never-ending task of clearing fallen leaves to maintain safe and healthy outdoor spaces. A pristine lawn, free of debris, is crucial during the winter months to ensure grass can benefit from a consistent supply of water, air, and nutrients. Fortunately, we offer a range of leaf blowers expertly tailored to suit different environments to help make the autumn cleanup quicker and easier than ever. 

F602V Wheeled Leaf Blower: For easy manoeuvrability and light debris 

For smaller spaces or residential gardens, the F602V Wheeled Leaf Blower clears leaves, twigs, and lighter debris quickly. Its innovative Aim N Shoot™ feature directs airflow where it’s needed most and can be locked into place for a single target. This model is 30% lighter than comparable steel units and has a smooth rounded housing making it quiet and easy to manoeuvre. 

F1002V Wheeled Leaf Blower: For powerful cleanup process across larger-scale projects 

For medium sized outdoor spaces look no further than the F1002V Wheeled Leaf Blower. Powered by a robust 305cc Vanguard engine, this blower handles larger-scale leaf-clearing projects with ease. The patented Aim ‘n Shoot™ feature enhances its performance, enabling precise airflow direction and reducing the need for repetitive passes, and enhancing work efficiency. With large, air-filled rear wheels and a front swivel wheel, this leaf blower has exceptional manoeuvrability, even in tight spaces. The ergonomic handlebar design ensures comfort for the user during extended use, minimizing fatigue and maximizing productivity.  

X3000CE Zero Turn Stand-On Blower: For challenging clean up tasks and professional projects 

For large-scale areas and bigger clean up tasks, the X3000CE Zero Turn Stand-On Blower is the optimal choice. Equipped with a high-performance 23hp Vanguard engine, this blower delivers an incredible air velocity of up to 226 mph and airflow of 184+ m³ per minute. It provides extraordinary leaf-clearing capabilities, allowing users to conquer significant cleanup projects with unparalleled speed and efficiency.  

What sets the X3000CE apart from other blowers is its remarkable zero-turn manoeuvrability. The intuitive steering system enables seamless pivoting, making navigating around obstacles, trees, and intricate landscapes an effortless process. This not only saves users valuable time but also reduces the physical strain often associated with manual leaf raking. 

Our range of leaf blowers offers a solution for every landscaping need, from small residential gardens to large professional projects. With powerful engines, cutting-edge technology, and user-friendly designs, our blowers make the autumn cleanup a breeze! 

Make light work of the autumn clear up and find the perfect professional leaf blower or vacuum for your landscape.

The vibrant colours of summer are fading into the warm hues of autumn and outdoor spaces are transforming into a stunning tapestry of fallen leaves. However, this season also heralds the continuous task of clearing away fallen leaves to keep landscapes healthy, safe, and well-maintained.

During the winter, lawns should be free of all types of debris to ensure they can benefit from a regular supply of water, air, and nutrients. Here we’ve put together a guide to help you find the perfect piece of equipment to suit your landscape’s needs and make the task quicker and easier.

F602V Wheeled Leaf Blower: For easy manoeuvrability and light debris

For smaller spaces or residential gardens, the F602V Wheeled Leaf Blower clears leaves, twigs, and lighter debris quickly. Its Aim N Shoot™ feature directs airflow where it’s needed most and can be locked into place for a single target. This model is 30% lighter than comparable steel units and has a smooth rounded housing making it quiet and easy to manoeuvre.

KV601 Vacuum: For powerful suction and easy operation

The KV601 Push Vacuum is easy-to-use with a powerful suction making debris clean up an efficient process. This model is single-speed self-propelled and has robust 12” tyres which make light work of hilly landscapes. To maximise suction, the impeller has five serrated blades and an integral dust skirt to deliver more efficient suction and maximise the machine’s longevity.

MV601SPE Vacuum : For precision and efficiency across large landscapes

If you’re looking to move large volumes of leaves quickly and efficiently or need to clear a larger property, the MV601SPE Vacuum is ideal. Designed for both hard surfaces and turf, parks or schools, this model collects up all types of debris including litter, making it perfect for tasks where there are other items mixed in with the fallen leaves. The MV601 has also been manufactured using abrasion-resistant composite housing components, offering a lightweight model that won’t rust or dent so it can be used year after year.

The QV550HSP Vacuum: For the world’s quietest vacuum

The QV550HSP Vacuum is the world’s quietest vacuum, making it perfect for early tasks in unsociable hours or busy environments such as schools, hospitals and city streets. The model has a unique cyclonic filtration with Dust Sock™ technology that dramatically reduces dust in dry conditions and a 6-blade armour plate steel fan for optimum suction power. Billy Goat products are available nationwide through Henton & Chattell’s dealer network.

For more information and to see videos demonstrating their performance visit www.billygoat.co.uk

Preventing tired turf from increased summer footfall

For many in grounds maintenance, particularly those looking after public spaces, summer can be a trickier period than most for turf care and maintenance regimes. 

Not only do hotter temperatures bring issues around maintenance with challenging watering regimes and grass growing rapidly, but it’s also a period of increased footfall and visitor numbers – all at the same time as trying to keep everything looking its best for visitors to enjoy! 

With people venturing out to enjoy the great outdoors of parks, National Trust houses and country estates, public areas of grass and nature will become more used than usual. While it is of course fantastic to see so many people out and about, enjoying the beauty of the great outdoors, this can result in bare patches – a groundskeeper’s nightmare! 

Or you may already have a damaged lawn that you are looking to repair to get things at their best for visitors. 

It may be that you are looking to remove an entire patch of lawn to make way for another feature area, patio space or flowerbed and are seeking a quick and easy way of doing so.  

While there are a number of things that can be done to limit the damage, like feeding and seeding, often the only solution is to replace the grass or patches of it. This, known as sod removal, isn’t as onerous as it may sound! 

When done properly, with the right prep and the right tools like the incredibly powerful range of Billy Goat sod cutters, sod removal can be a very simple task. There are just a few things to remember first to give a perfect finish and remove all traces of damage. 

The first step in prep is watering. Before you remove the turf, prepare the soil by giving it a thorough watering a few days beforehand.  

The ideal is for it to be not too wet or not too dry, so watering a few days before removing gives the soil chance to soften without being drenched. Moisture will make it easier to cut the sod, and will help the grass survive transplanting, but avoid getting it too wet so as not to create a boggy effect which will be hard to lift. 

Give the lawn a mow the day before to get the grass to its lowest height, this will make it easier and lighter when it comes to cutting. 

Now it’s time to get cutting! 

When removing the existing turf, make sure you remove a thin layer of soil with it. This will help make sure the surface is level and that new turf laid on top will grow evenly, and blend seamlessly with the existing grass. To do this make sure the blade on your sod cutter is low enough. For a smooth finish, make sure you don’t leave gaps between passes, by cutting thin strips you remove the chance of stripes left in between but also help to remove the weight of the rolls of grass you will have to remove afterwards. 

To get a clean cut at the end of each strip, release the clutch and speed control levers and let the sod cutter come to a stop. Raise the blade to its maximum height, then engage both the clutch and speed control levers. This pulls the blade up through the soil, slicing off the end of the strip. 

Our SC18 Series is the perfect companion for sod removal thanks to its powerful Honda engine and robust drive and cut system. Its variable speed hydrostatic transmission allows you to match the cutting speed to the ground condition you’re dealing with and its specially designed wheels create a softer touch, meaning the surrounding grass will remain in good condition! 

The SC18 also come equipped with a rear caster wheel for curved cuts. It also locks to ensure straight cutting, making it an invaluable tool for cutting irrigation channels, landscapes and sports fields – especially golf courses. Plus, its handle isolation mounts absorb all of the vibrations, making use smooth and fatigue-free. 

We’ve got a range of world-class equipment here at Billy Goat, for a wide range of property clean-up needs, so you can keep outdoor spaces looking their best, no matter how big or small! 

Get ready for warmer weather by cutting back overgrowth

As we prepare to welcome in the warmer months, it’s the perfect time to start cutting through overgrown bush and fields, and clearing meadows and hiking trails.

Billy Goat manufactures a powerful and sturdy range of brush cutters with rigid decks combined with heavy-duty spindles and strong engines. Equipped with ergonomic controls and maximum durability and safety, these brush cutters are a perfect partner in the harshest of environments. No job is too tough for these machines!

Every one of our brushcutters has a heavy-duty blade spindle that’s reinforced in four directions while the fixed rear discharging decks provide excellent stability in deep vegetation.

A fixed deck powerhouse

The BC2601HM series commercial-duty brush cutter has a 26″/ 66 cm wide fixed deck to provide excellent stability in deep vegetation.

The mechanical transaxle, featuring three speeds forward and one reverse, is ideal for clearing meadows and fields or cutting paths and trails wherever dense brush and weeds present a clean-up challenge.

The robust blade spindle is reinforced on four sides to tackle the toughest cutting conditions, including thick brushes, grass and weeds over 180 cm tall, and saplings up to 5 cm diameter. For greater comfort and high productivity, forward and reverse controls are conveniently placed at the operator’s fingertips.

A heavy-duty pivoting deck brush cutter

The BC2601HH series provides heavy-duty power to dramatically improve productivity and profitability.

It has a 26″/ 66 cm wide pivoting deck with high top speeds for improved speed and cut quality, and can cut saplings and brushes all at a rate of just under an acre of brush per hour. Engineered to glide over uneven terrain, the pivoting brush deck hugs the ground for a better cut.

This minimises scalping and improves traction by keeping the weight of the machine on its drive wheels.

This nature-taming performer comes standard with a Tuff Torq™ variable hydrostatic transmission featuring fully automatic Enhanced Traction Control (ETC), offering superior traction in wet or uneven conditions.

A hill-side wonder

The BC2601HHC series, offers all the great features of the BC Series with pivoting deck and variable Tuff Torq™ hydrostatic transmission but also has the benefit of lockable front caster wheels to help hold hillsides making it perfect for use on hilly and steep terrain. The caster, swivel wheels also allow the brush cutter more mobility when being turned.

Ergonomically-angled handles with padded grips offer comfort and protection and the conveniently located swivelling front caster wheels controls mean that the user need never take their hands off the machine to shift gears.

Brush cutting tractors for the ultimate in performance and comfort

The Billy Goat Outback® ride-on brush cutters have set the highest standard for professional brush cutting equipment on the market. The Outback® Tractors combine the comfort and driving experience of a lawn tractor with ultimate performance in high grass conditions, often found in typical applications like orchards, vineyards, private meadows, camping grounds and holiday homes.

The Tuff Torq® transaxles provide plenty of traction while the user-friendly dashboard and comfortable seat make for a great operator experience.

The Outback® ride-on brush cutters are available in two-wheel drive (BCT4322BCE) and four-wheel drive options (BCT4323BCE).

A four-wheel drive for hard-to-reach places

The BCR3628BVECE Outback® 4WD Rider has been designed with a low centre of gravity in combination with a four-wheel drive system that enables it to tackle those hard-to-reach places that wouldn’t have been accessible to traditional machines.

The spacious platform provides sufficient space and comfort for the operator. The heavy-duty 92cm mower deck is equipped with swing-back cutter blades that swing away when accidental contact is made with a solid object. These features help protect the mower deck and cutter blades from accidental damage. For those with more space to look after, these features are all also available in the BCR4328BVECE, which has a wider, 110cm cutting deck.

Has your Billy Goat been out and about in action recently tackling overgrowth and any shrubbery that comes in in its way? We’d love to see! Get in touch with any photos or videos!

Perfectly prepare for spring by banishing fallen leaves with Billy Goat’s impressive range of wheeled vacuums

Spring is the perfect time to clear grounds and pathways of all debris such as twigs, fallen leaves and branches. Clearing the ground of litter and debris is an important maintenance task that ensures lawns remain healthy all year, while pathways are prevented from becoming hazardous to the public.

We manufacture a powerful and sturdy range of wheeled vacuums for commercial outdoor grounds clearance and boasts a range of expert knowledge when it comes to maintaining large outdoor spaces. Our wheeled range allows for precise clearing with ease, perfect for large spaces that may usually take hours to clear as its wheels allow for easier movement around ponds and borders and on uneven terrains. The Billy Goat range of industrial vacuums offer both power and performance to keep even the largest of spaces clear throughout the spring period.

Little Billy The perfect entry-level vacuum that is light and manoeuvrable, but still benefits from powerful suction is the Little Billy. Benefitting from wheel adjustment to accommodate both hard and soft surfaces, the Little Billy is perfect for clearing up leaves, litter and mulch from green spaces and pathways. It’s great for residential and light commercial use and fitted with a Briggs & Stratton 500E Series engine – providing long life and reliability to fulfil all groundskeeping needs.

A compact and handy wheeled vacuum

The KV601 Multi-Surface Wheeled Vacuum may be small, but it certainly doesn’t lack in power. Equipped with a reliable Briggs & Stratton engine, the KV601 is perfect for smaller residential areas and allows for powerful suction of debris and branches with ease. Its variable height adjustment makes the vacuum ideal for multi-surface use in both residential and commercial areas. For greater ease of use, the KV601 is armed with 12” tyres, making hilly environments a breeze to tackle.

A robust and heavy-duty helper

Step up to the heavy-duty clean-up power with the MV061 29” Wide Multi-Surface Lawn Vacuum. Designed for both hard and soft surfaces, the MV601 offers the perfect machine for large clean-up projects such as parks and schools. Boasting a powerful 6-blade serrated impeller, it allows for maximum suction and debris reduction, meaning that the vacuum can pick up bottles, cans and litter with ease.

A silent solution

The QV900HSP Industrial Vacuum is the world’s quietest vacuum, making it the perfect choice for cleaning up busy, public areas such as schools and churches as it allows for the removal of litter and debris, without disruption. Offering a unique cyclonic filtration with exclusive Dust Sock™ technology that dramatically reduces dust in dry conditions. This robust vacuum is ideal for the clearing of various hard surfaces and larger areas such as city streets and pavements.

To achieve optimum suction power, the vacuum is equipped with a 6-blade armour plate steel fan combination, making clean-up stress-free and fast, whilst also featuring a self-propelled drive, powered by Honda.

Maintain your lawn quality with our handy seasonal maintenance guide

The start of a new year is a great time to reflect on the previous year’s successes and prepare yourself for the year ahead, ensuring your tools are in working order and you have everything you need.

To get you ready for a successful year, we’ve put together a handy seasonal maintenance guide to help you plan your grounds care jobs and get a head start on preparations.

January & February

The beginning of the year is often a quiet one when it comes to maintaining the ground, however, there are still a few jobs you can do. Remove any leaves or debris from your lawns and pathways, these can be hazardous if they become wet and slippery. Our leaf and litter vacuums are perfect for the job, featuring powerful suction, these easy-to-operate machines are ideal for residential areas to commercial needs.

Avoid walking on your lawn if it is waterlogged or frozen as this can cause damage to the grass, potentially inhibiting growth come spring. Seeing as there isn’t much to do at the start of the year, take the time to service your mower and other tools to ensure the blades are sharp.

March & April

Start mowing the lawn as the weather starts to warm up as this stimulates grass growth. Replace or repair damaged patches of lawn and remove weeds and coarse grasses by hand. Scarifying your lawn will help to remove organic matter such as moss, encouraging dense grass growth.

May & June

As the weather begins to improve, you can increase your mowing frequency, little and often is the key to successful growth. Aerate the lawn to improve drainage, allowing air and important nutrients to penetrate the soil, and water if rainfall is low.

The compact PL1803V Aerator is ideal for smaller properties, aerating up to 2.000m² per hour. Its design makes it easy to operate, steering smoothly without lifting and the easy fold handle allows for compact storage too.

July & August

Water throughout the summer months to maintain lawn colour, however, if there is a drought your lawn will turn brown and dormant, which will hopefully recover when the rain returns.

September& October

Heading into Autumn it is recommended that you decrease your mowing frequency, raising the cutting height on your mower as growth slows down. Aerate your lawn for drainage to prevent it from becoming waterlogged on rainy days and treat established lawns with weed, feed and moss killer.

November & December

For the final stages of lawn care for the year, remove any leaves and debris and mow if the lawn is still growing and conditions allow. The end of the year is also the perfect time to clean and oil all of your equipment before putting them into storage.

Whatever the job, here at Billy Goat we have a range of world-class machinery to tackle even the trickiest of ground care maintenance jobs. To see our full range of products, visit our website at www.billygoat.co.uk

Keep pathways clear this autumn with Billy Goat

As the autumn months progress, we can expect to see more cold and wet weather. With the risk of conditions becoming more severe and unpredictable, it’s important to make sure that pathways, playgrounds, car parks and other hard surface areas are kept clear of debris, such as leaves, branches and snow, to avoid them from becoming hazardous as the temperature starts to drop.

It’s also vital to ensure that lawns are kept clear as grass can easily become damaged or killed if debris remains on lawns for a prolonged amount of time. As the temperature starts to dip, grass covered with debris will not only starve it of the oxygen it needs to survive, but it can encourage a damp environment which can develop a range of unpleasant diseases that can cause irreversible damage.

Here at Billy Goat, we have a range of high-performance industrial blowers that make clearing debris a simple and easy task. Each machine not only offers the power and robust design needed to keep spaces at their best throughout the autumn and winter months, but will ensure you can do it without any backache.

 A small but mighty blower

For residential clean ups, our F602V Wheeled Blower is the perfect tool for keeping gardens, patios and pathways clear of fallen leaves, branches, snow and any other unwanted debris. The F6 Series of force blowers have been designed with performance and productivity at the forefront, with a professional Vanguard® engine providing 2.5 times more power than a backpack blower. Its Aim N Shoot™ feature also directs airflow where it’s needed most and can be locked into place for a single target.

The F602VE model also boasts a lightweight design that is 30% lighter than comparable steel units making it easier to manoeuvre and transport. Thanks to its smooth, rounded housing, air voids are eliminated, creating a quiet yet powerful blow.

The perfect choice for professionals

For municipal tasks with larger amounts of debris, our F132SPH Wheeled Blower is the one for the job. Whether it’s schools, parks, playgrounds, cemeteries, resorts, golf and estate properties, it can clean up any larger area with ease, meaning snowfall or fallen debris won’t stop these sites from operating. The F1302SPH model is also a part of the F13 Force™ Series and is ideal for contractors and large areas as it can clear 2,000m² of debris in under 30 minutes. This model also comes equipped with the patented Aim & Shoot™ feature and its ergonomically positioned controls provide maximum ease of use.

Tackle the toughest clean ups with ease

No job is too difficult for our Z3000 Zero Turn Stand-On Blower. Whether it’s clearing leaves from hard surfaces or heavy snow from fields, the Z3000 model is a powerful and robust blower that takes winter maintenance to a whole new level. With a professional Vanguard V-Twin engine and rapid mount and dismount, the Z3000 is a reliable, high performance and durable blower. Its spacious operator platform with integrated thigh padding provides comfort and its stand-on feature allows for better visibility for its operator; both particularly useful features when clearing thick layers of snow.

The Quad Control Handle System™ also offers a seamless direction control, including an automatic return to neutral, integrated operator presence control and a self-activating parking brake, providing great manoeuvrability and ease of operation. For greater versatility, its Dual Deflector Air Flow System™ allows users to change the angle of the air flow to enhance the depth of cleaning of leaves and debris.

Here at Billy Goat, we have a wide range of world-class machinery that can tackle the toughest ground care maintenance, no matter the season, and is suitable for commercial, residential and municipal use. To see our full range of products, visit our website at www.billygoat.co.uk.

Kick start your autumn prep by banishing fallen leaves

As the autumn months draw closer and we prepare to welcome a drop in temperature, it’s an opportune time for you to clear pathways and grounds of debris, such as fallen leaves, twigs and branches. Removing debris from the ground is an essential maintenance task that will help lawns stay healthy all year round while preventing pathways from becoming treacherous, especially during bouts of colder weather!

Here at Billy Goat, we have a range of powerful and robust industrial wheeled vaccums for a range of outdoor property clearance tasks. They not only offer the power and performance to keep spaces at their best throughout the autumn and winter months, but will ensure you can do it without any backache.

A small but mighty vacuum

For smaller, residential areas, our KV601 Multi-Surface Wheeled Vacuum is the perfect choice. Powered by a reliable Briggs & Stratton engine, the KV601 offers a powerful suction and easy operation so that the clean-up of leaves, seeds, mulch, blooms, branches, litter and debris is quick, simple and fatigue-free. It’s also ideal for multi-surface residential and light commercial use, while it’s versatile 27” wide lawn and litter vacuum has a range of height adjustments, making light work of hard surface and turf clean up.

For greater ease of operation, the KV601 boasts robust 12” types, making uneven terrain and hilly environments a breeze to travel over.

A heavy duty helper

For both lawn and hard surface areas, the MV601 Multi-Surface Vacuum offers the perfect machine for larger clean-up projects, thanks to its Briggs & Stratton electric easy start engine, self-propelled and 3-speed vacuum. Plus, its powerful 6-blade serrated impeller encourages maximum suction, picking up leaves, grass clippings, litter and other debris quickly and efficiently, making mass clean-up easy and stress-free.

The MV601 has also been manufactured using abrasion-resistant composite housing components, offering a lightweight model that won’t rust or dent so it can be used year after year.

Don’t disturb the peace

Our  QV900HSP Industrial Duty Vacuum offers the worlds quietest vacuum, making it the perfect choice for clean-up in busy, public areas such as school sites, hospitals, airport pedestrian areas, parks, churches and resorts.

It also offers a unique cyclonic filtration with exclusive Dust Sock™ technology that dramatically reduced dust in dry conditions. The robust vacuum is perfect for clearing up a range of hard surface areas and is ideal for contractor or municipal clean up applications, such as tarmac, city streets and pavements.

Its housing and 6-blade armour plate steel fan combination also provides optimum suction, making clean up fast, while it features a self-propelled drive type that is powered by a reliable and dynamic Honda engine.

Here at Billy Goat, we’re passionate about providing the perfect tools to help make property clean up a breeze and with a wide range of wheeled vaccums, outdoor spaces will be prepared for the colder, wetter months!

What is sod removal and how should you tackle it?

Summer has arrived, meaning many will venture outside to enjoy green spaces, whether it’s community fields, residential areas, golf courses or football pitches. But, along with heavy use, the harsh sun can often put turf under a lot of strain, leaving it stressed, scorched and crying out for some TLC. There are a number of things you can do to revive damaged areas of grass, but in some cases, it can be beyond repair, so will need replacing to restore it back to health. This is a process often referred to as sod removal.

Sod removal is usually a very simple task, but there’s a few things you need to remember to ensure turf is extracted properly to ensure a seamless finish.

We’ve put together a few top tips so you can tackle sod removal with ease!

Dig up the dirt

It may seem like a simple job, but when removing turf – otherwise known as sod – it should be removed along with a thin layer of soil. This is to make sure that the surface below is level, so the new turf being laid in its place can seamlessly fit alongside the existing grass.

Hydration is key

Before removing turf, it’s important to prepare the soil by watering the area thoroughly a few days before. This will mean that as the soil starts to dry out, it should be moist enough to be removed with the grass without falling apart. Removing turf when the soil is still wet will not only make it harder to cut through it, due to its dense nature, but it will make transporting the sod a lot more strenuous. You can either use a hose or a sprinkler to prepare the turf, but it’s important to make sure that the water distribution is even so the area dries out at the same time.

Avoid back-breaking work

You can remove sod with hand tools, such as a shovel, but it can be tiresome and back-breaking work, so we recommend using a powered sod cutter, like our SC18 Series Hydrostatic Drive Sod Cutter to make light work of extraction, particularly in larger areas.

The SC18 Series is the perfect companion for sod removal thanks to its powerful Honda engine and robust drive and cut system. Its variable speed hydrostatic transmission allows you to match the cutting speed to the ground condition you’re dealing with and its specially designed wheels create a softer touch, meaning the surrounding grass will remain in good condition!

That’s not all! The SC18 also come equipped with a rear cater wheel for curved cuts while its locks allow for straight cutting, making it an invaluable tool for cutting irrigation channels, landscapes and sports fields – especially golf courses. Plus, its handle isolation mounts absorb all of the vibration, making use smooth and fatigue-free!

We’ve got a range of world-class equipment here at Billy Goat, for a wide range of property clean-up needs, so you can keep exterior spaces looking their best, no matter how big or small!