How To Edge Your lawn Like A Professional - Step By Step Demonstration from a Lawn Service Expert

[@kingkong1040]

Wow edging makes an incredible difference. So much cleaner looking. A must.

[@DansVlog]

Yes it does!

[@tgun9248]

Wow how fast and efficient is doing that with the edger.

[@ryanfoley9999]

Edging is for the professional , #1 class...

[@DansVlog]

Yes sir, I agree

[@felixherradaiii5837]

I enjoy watching your videos

[@DansVlog]

Glad you like them!

[@mikelacare1894]

Your videos are so informative. Love watching them. Ton of knowledge.

[@DansVlog]

Thank you Michael

[@chinov9445]

Smooth wit it 🤙🏽

[@MrThuggery]

Nice Dan....

[@DansVlog]

Thank you

[@icac6122]

Hey, Dan. Thanks for the video. Exactly what I was searching for. I agree, this is the next level anyone should take to take a step ahead of the landscape game. This video put it in the exact perspective needed to convince me it's the right step. What I was debating on is, is the extra time worth it, or is the definition worth it. This shows the speed is still there, once perfected and probably after the first initial edge, and the definition is worth even If the time is a bit longer. Thanks.

[@DansVlog]

Customer love a nice clean square edge. It sets ya apart from the rest

[@rellmonger7935]

Thank u. I have a stihl fs130 with with edger gearbox on it, but barely use it. Now I will. I use the trimmer. Stay safe my friend

[@DansVlog]

Thanks 👍

[@josephcastro4580]

Dan I really like your videos your a true landscaper 💯 and I had a question how many customers do you have ?

[@DansVlog]

19

[@glenmiller7294]

I agree!!

[@DansVlog]

Thank you!

[@Mudmowerdiesel]

Awesome video thank you

[@robbygump961]

Good job

[@DansVlog]

Thanks

[@zachdavis1776]

Excellent! Advice taken! Def getting me an edger. I’ve got a weed eater edger from back in the day but I wanna get a stick edger

[@DansVlog]

Good deal Zach, you won't be sorry

[@mddale]

Dan: I thorougly blade-edged the sidewalk and driveway perimeter of my yard 20-some years ago with a big, purpose-made gas edger. As you say, establishing that initial groove is important. Ever since, I been able to just string-edge those places quite effectively. After a couple decades of soil conditioning, my turf is about 3" above the sidewalk and driveway surfaces. I don't edge each time (it is my own property) but I try to string-edge at least every three weeks. You need to keep after the edging. Once sod has formed over the hard surfaced, string-trimming get really hard. Around Beds/Trees: I realize these places are where the blade machine would be really great. I wish I had seen your video earlier as I just pounded in 5" metal edging around everything this spring! I think it might still be a good thing because the mulch now stays out of the grass better and the string isn't flipping so mulch of it out into the yard (and my face). The blade around beds is a great idea! I may have to get one. I have a Split Shaft Echo, so all I need is the blade edger accessory. String-Edging Technique: I find I am able to strike a cleaner line when I stand on the grass side and walk backwards. I spin the string and let it discover the concrete edge then let it follow that hard edge as I move backwards, bracing the boom against my hip for stability. I also angle the spool toward the grass and simultaneously establish a slight bevel. I use the same method when doing beds. My neighbor stands on the pavement and walks forward. I don't complain, but his string wanders and makes a huge, wandering gouge. You are so right about the problem of string-edging under shrubs. It happens this is not an issue in my limited environment. Question: I edge the sidewalks all the way from my driveway to my neighbor's. Most everyone else stops at the end of their own property line. I think it looks nicer and it is certainly not much more work. Am I being rude?

[@DansVlog]

No you’re not being rude, you’re being neighborly. It’s different when you’re a business though. We have no right to touch somebody’s property that did not hire us to be on their property therefore we are not necessarily protected should something go wrong. People call me lazy for stopping at my customers edge but those people don’t understand it’s safer as a business to do what you’re paid to do and nothing more.

[@mddale]

Sad, but reasonable. Thanks. Love your stuff and your charitable spirit.

[@johngonzales2211]

Holy shit! Just watched you edge in a fraction of the time it takes me to do it with a weedeater. I have a new Husky weedeater, so I'll have to check their website to see if there's a blade adapter available for my model. Damn, dude. You're a beast with that edger. Awesome vid!

[@DansVlog]

Thank you

[@cherineberg9650]

Hello. Nice video instructions, thanks. Can you do a video showing how to professionally edge or weed-eat around a round water cut-off (that is in set in lawn grass). I have a teenager mowing my lawn, and he is using a weed-eater around these. I don't think he has an edger; he is just getting started in the business, trying to earn money. He needs tips on how to do this...so it doesn't look half-done and sloppy. Appreciate your input on this and a video that I can show him. Thanks so much!

[@DansVlog]

I am not sure what a round water cut off is!

[@cherineberg9650]

And I was meaning the 'cover for water shut-off valve'. Need to explain a bit better!!

[@DansVlog]

@@cherineberg9650 Oh I have a ton of videos showing how I edge them with the Weedeater. He just needs to watch my videos from a few years ago

[@cherineberg9650]

@@DansVlog What do I enter to search for this on You Tube? Can you provide a link to one few years ago that you suggest? Thanks.

[@DansVlog]

@@cherineberg9650 I don’t know what specific video or videos show me weed eating and edging in ground plastic covers but I know I have a bunch of videos that would show it including the video I just posted this morning that should be available to view by 5 AM eastern time.

[@charlesdickerson9397]

I too am a professional lawncare business dude and I can't agree with you more. The edger has it's permanent stage and it might take a little longer to edge out a yard with one but the end result is well worth it.

[@DansVlog]

It definitely does NOT taking longer to use an edger to edge. I think I proved that in this video.

[@charlesdickerson9397]

@@DansVlog yes you did prove that.

[@charlesdickerson9397]

I also donated 15 percent of my money from lawncare to wounded warriors because I'm a combat veteran wounded in Iraq and they've been there for me when I was injured and I try to give back to them all I can.

[@DansVlog]

Excellent!!

[@RA-oz4xk]

Nice technique. What’s a good edger to have around the house and not for commercial use?...Thanks

[@DansVlog]

Echo from Home depot

[@gladysmurillo3952]

Hi Dan can you send the link to the edger you are using - I am a new home owner and would like to edge my own front yard

[@DansVlog]

I use Stihl. They are only sold by authorized Stihl repair / retail stores. You might can order one at Ace. c o m

[@justinjohnson7272]

heyy dan I use the same company usa edger blades but I get the 50 pack

[@DansVlog]

Sweet

[@timsr.6706]

Edging and trimming, thank you!!!!!

[@DansVlog]

You asked for it!!

[@bubbadavis8340]

man you made this looks so easy lol I got my first edger last week, cant wait to try it out!

[@DansVlog]

Good luck!

[@garyferguson1552]

Hey Dan, Is the technique the same with the curved shaft edger

[@DansVlog]

Yes

[@springchicken4147]

Yo mate, What up? Like what you do and how your doing it! Keep producing more vid... it’s GOOD stuff

[@DansVlog]

Thank you

[@connorbarnett7494]

Is there a way to grease the edger head? Like there’s a bolt to grease the trimmer?

[@DansVlog]

No this head is sealed

[@stevenclark5450]

Dan, do you favor string trimming the house going counter clock-wise or clock-wise. I prefer to go counter clockwise so my clippings are not going into the plant beds. I'd appreciate your thoughts on this.

[@DansVlog]

I go both ways depending on where the clippings may go.

[@shannonjude1]

i agree. the same with a haircut. its all about the details.

[@DansVlog]

For sure!

[@jasonb8081]

Best video i have ever seen on using a edger very informative. Will be using your suggestions to improve my edger skills. Thank you sir.

[@DansVlog]

Awesome, thank you!

[@tomjustice4562]

Just wondering How tall do you cut your lawns..

[@DansVlog]

Around 2 3/4 inch

[@danhidde3903]

I get lazy sometimes at home and skip using the edger. But there is nothing that looks as good as a edged yard. I'll do better this summer I swear! Great video Dan, Thanks.

[@ModdingBrosV1]

I really like your thoughts and opinions on edging with a edger vs with a weed whacker do you think its ok if you keep up on the edging on the lawn and you have a nice gouge in the sidewalks that sometimes it is quicker to just run over the edge with a wacker rather than having to pull out the edger?

[@DansVlog]

That would be your style and I encourage you to try it. I’m just simply here explaining that the edger is more efficient and safer and does a better job.

[@ModdingBrosV1]

@@DansVlog i agree with you 100 percent

[@Mcdevin281]

What cheaper weed eater/edger do you recommend for side hustle I'm on tight budget

[@DansVlog]

Husqvuarna LD28 at Lowe’s. It’s a split shaft

[@QUENTINHARDAGE]

I edge with Troy built then use the weed eater followed by blower. Then mow.

[@DansVlog]

Good plan!

[@littleslawncareandfirewood]

Dan, I started to edge my yards all new customers get it done cuz of what you said about it man thx for what you doing for the small guys. Love the videos!

[@DansVlog]

Perfect!

[@swatson0061]

I very much prefer the edger. I double stack the blades at my house and some customers houses that want an extra wide gap between their concrete and grass.

[@DansVlog]

Smart!

[@timfreeman476]

just get a golden edger blade it has a carbon bit welded on it gives the wide groove check it out on you tube

[@echomax6112]

Very interesting 👍 learning a lot from you thank you God bless you😎🙋🏻‍♂️

[@TKG]

great vid, been using an edger from day one, I have always let the wheel take the weight and never edged where there is stone (too afraid) but this has shown me quite a lot. will try out some of these techniques.

[@DansVlog]

Awesome! Happy to help

[@matthewsalvador9783]

My issue was that it bogs down when I angled the edger then I get sad and quit. I got a 4 cycle Troy built is there a adjustment so I can finally be part of the game. ??

[@DansVlog]

Yes, don’t go so deep amd keep the throttle full power and go slow until you cut a nice groove over time

[@donalddooley209]

I used to be a trimmer edger guy until I got a true edger when I worked for a cemetery and got more compliments how much better my area looked

[@donalddooley209]

I bought it for the cemetery and detaching there grass as well

[@glendajune9140]

Dan, nice start with the tutorial & beautiful finished product for the 2020 season. Looking forward to your upcoming videos as the season progresses.👍🏾💯

[@DansVlog]

Thanks a bunch!

[@lester23231]

I’ve always loved you videos and I am even more of a fan with you views of what’s going on with the country. I have copied what you said and have read it to many people. Keep up the good work and keep being a great example.

[@DansVlog]

Thank you.

[@frankrodriguez1977]

Love the info Dan. Edging always looks nicer.

[@DansVlog]

Thank you

[@curtisg3880]

Been waiting for this video thanks a lot

[@DansVlog]

Hope you enjoyed it!

[@_paul_kennedy_1121]

whats your opinion on husqvarna equipment?

[@DansVlog]

I used the split shaft for many years with cheap shit accessories with great success. Just be sure to use Ethanol free fuel with the 2 cycle oil or you will have to run it in half choke.

[@tedaut]

You should replace the skid plate on your edger Dan to protect the housing . Yours looks like how mine did a few weeks ago . I just ordered a new one from my local dealer .

[@DansVlog]

Skid plate? Not aware of one for this edger but I will check into it... thank you very much

[@tedaut]

@@DansVlog Yours is so worn out its not even there any more .lol . You'll should see two little screws behind the edgerblade . The plate sits right next to wear the orange shield where it butts up next to the aluminum housing . Its basically on the bottom of the edger where it would ride along the concrete sidewalk or ground . Ill try and find you a link or diagram to it .

[@DansVlog]

Are you talking about the thing that kind of goes down into the crack? If so, I take that off.

[@tedaut]

@@DansVlog No , at least not what im thinking about . Its a plate thats curved to match the housing to protect it on the bottom . You actually put your finger right on the spot where the plate would sit at the 14:40 mark in this video . I bought my edger used and it looks just like your edger does now . Im like 99 percent sure yours is supposed to have one . It doesnt go into the crack of the grass and concrete . It just protects the edger housing from getting worn out like yours is starting to .

[@DansVlog]

I never had a skid plate. If I did, it would show in videos from 2016

[@anthony7828]

Sharp!!!! 👍 Would love to see another video, you using the HRX. Keep up the great work... I appreciate the knowledge.

[@DansVlog]

More to come!

[@Sara-L]

There's some properties that I've seen where .. the edging has been neglected for what looks like three decades. The level of the grass has built up higher than the curb, (we're talking a good 30 degree slope over the curb) and I worry that if I introduce an edger blade to those curbs it'll look even more crappy than it already does. Should I worry? thanks.

[@DansVlog]

I would edge it and use a few months growing season to shape it to how I want it to look

[@UncleDansVintageVinyl]

"Anybody can mow. But edging and weedeating: that's what gets you noticed." My friend, I salute you. Seriously. That statement is all sorts of true.

[@DansVlog]

Thank you

[@johngonzales2211]

Daniel....I wholeheartedly agree. Proper edging and weedeating are what make a yard stand out. Dan's quote is etched in stone!

[@andrewsvlogs9110]

Still learning even after 2 years of watching this channel.

[@DansVlog]

Sweet!

[@dhplap9455]

Yeah I definitely need to get one of those. Makes it look 100% better for sure

[@georgemyers6518]

Great video and great advice as always. I certainly do appreciate what you do for us. Please keep the videos coming

[@DansVlog]

Thanks, will do!

[@rumplestiltskin4113]

My side walk is retarded-one side is higher then the other. so when I edge it looks like I went it 2 deep, also has dirt and sand..and the nice deep black line that I would like gets filled back up..next Time I do it I think im going to try and blow them out.amd see wat happens..u knw it looks good when the mail lady comes by and says damn that looks good..haven't seen it look that good since u been here

[@kawaiicreatures8663]

Well explained! Thanks

[@Caf1972]

The way you describe the elbow and arm placement on the engine, goes hand in hand with that curved shape on the fuel tank. It lets your arm move freely up as your blades wear down.

[@mikenonameneeded3485]

I'm a homeowner and I cut my own yard. I use a my edger because I can be more consistent. I dont see my neighbors edging their driveways and mine always looks crisper and neater. Thanks for the info.

[@swatson0061]

Same

[@DansVlog]

Right on

[@mattcovington779]

Great video Dan! Looking forward to the weed eating one.

[@DansVlog]

Thank you Matt. We are hiring if your interested

[@inspiredx3866]

How often to do you put grease in the edger gears down by the edge blade.

[@DansVlog]

Never. Sealed

[@flch95]

Good edging makes a difference for sure but as a homeowner only I wanted to keep I simple so I use the EGO electric trimmer to trim and edge. It’s good enough for the time being. Might go back to an edger some day.

[@stevenclark5450]

Dan, you are truly the edging master! Do you always edge with the wheel facing the concrete side? I was edging a sidewalk the other day (was overgrown, had not been edged for a year or longer) and I found it difficult to have the wheel ride up and down the bumpy edge while trying to keep and hold at straight line. For the first pass or two I found it easier to have the wheel on the grass side. Once the grass was mostly removed, I was then able to zip along quickly with the wheel on the sidewalk side. Your thoughts?

[@DansVlog]

Just get it done however you need to get it done. There is no right or wrong way

[@jeraldsmith2545]

Thank you for all the tips and excellent advice! Question for you. I have two Stihl KM91R power heads and one is constantly losing the retainer spring clip that guides the attachment on the driveshaft. It causes my string trimmer not to rotate. I haven't taken it to the dealer yet, was hoping you may have some experience with this issue I'm having. I don't understand why the clip would continue to pop out. It seems to be on there pretty dang good...

[@DansVlog]

I think you might be talking about the little gray sleeve that stays on the powerhead side of the shaft? If so, go get yourself a new one from the dealer, they have them because this is very common for

[@jeraldsmith2545]

@@DansVlog I am going to replace that sleeve but inside the coupler there are two clips. One keeps falling out. I think they are called bow shaft clip springs. I couldn't find anything at all online where users have this issue. I'll run up to the dealer and see if they can take a look. Thank you for the response!

[@green_day_freak]

I have bricks and paving edging my gardens. How do I edge there? They are the same height or lower then the lawn. At the moment I use the weedeater cause im worried about hitting into one cause they arnt the straightest.

[@DansVlog]

I use weedeaters along pavers and decorative tile. I use the edger along the concrete 12x12 steppingstones

[@frankrodriguez1977]

Got a question for you Dan. Im looking into a power unit system with attachments. Im looking at the kombi like you have but my dealer also told me about the echo pas system. Which would tou recommend. Love the vids. Thanks Dan

[@DansVlog]

Either or, whatever the dealer can support locally

[@Mopo151]

Hey Dan, do you use edger on lawns with sprinklers?

[@DansVlog]

Yes

[@rdietz68]

LOL - .47 - We ALL need a clean looking crack - BUT with the current Toilet Paper shortage its not easy!

[@DansVlog]

Use a one gallon pump up sprayer!! 😂😂😂

[@Sara-L]

@@DansVlog could always dual purpose that lawn sprinkler.

[@donovanscott5713]

Hey my friend how u doing

[@DansVlog]

Kickin’ ass and taking names!!

[@michaelskidmore5086]

Dan, I’m getting myself the KM 91R from Stihl in the future. I still have my Troy Built walk-behind edger but I think the Stihl KM 91R will be perfect for me. When edging, does it make a difference if you have tall grass? If so, I’m going to use the weed eater to clean up the edge that much more. On my future yard, it’s going to have 3-1/2 to four inches of grass because I’m going to put in stripes. Do you think I might be right about edging? I know how to do it for myself Dan. Looking forward to hear from you soon.

[@DansVlog]

Having tall grass on the edge is where you’re going to want to angle the head of the edger inward a little bit to catch any of those hairs I talked about

[@michaelskidmore5086]

Dan's Vlog I understand what your saying. I’ll angle the edger inwards a little bit when I have tall grass

[@trevino0405]

Edging does make the difference

[@kaydenceaser7826]

Facts!

[@angelo60415]

Great job Dan, explaining the difference between edging with a weed eater an a str edger. "When we all do edging, we all look good". thx👍👍

[@DansVlog]

Thank you

[@allengoldman3205]

hey dan I 've seen you on you r tues night but haven t been able to do so just seen this video on sat20/20 27 just wanted to say you and the boy s b safe hope this will be over soon need to work Westchester ctny new York all /all shut down times sq. is ghost town al g blue sky window cleaning.

[@DansVlog]

Sorry for your situation. Seems all liberal sanctuary cities are getting hammered. Glad I live in Savannah

[@mowingtrimmingedging214]

Have you heard of Golden Edge Pro?

[@DansVlog]

No

[@gary5199]

DAN, EVER HEAR FROM “ OLE BOY”? Lol

[@grasscutter88]

Don't use these when it's wet. They just make a mess.

[@DansVlog]

When you get some experience under your belt, you’ll know how to use it when it’s wet… Just hold the blade up and don’t dig up mud but if you are always edging with the blade then there won’t be any mud there to begin with, only Grass Blades

[@grasscutter88]

@@DansVlog I think it also depends on the type of grass. St Augustine grass you can forget it, they miss too many stragglers etc.

[@johnmack1399]

Noodle arms? Hahahaha