Battery-powered machines sharply reduce air pollution and are significantly quieter than gas-powered versions. Consider adding electric equipment to your fleet (and spreading the word about this great, clean air service). The good news is that prices for commercial electric mowers models are beginning to drop.
Ensure that any leaf blowers or mowers follow the rules stated in Princeton’s noise ordinance. This means no operation before 8 a.m. Monday through Saturday or before 10 a.m. on Sunday. In addition, leaf blowers must be equipped with mufflers.
When possible, use rakes and brooms to move leaves around. This is especially true at the beginning or end of the season when there are relatively few leaves to collect.