I ran a residential landscaping side gig (7-10 lawns/week) for 3 years and I used an old craftsman with a Briggs motor. Never had an issue with the motor, fired up first or second pull every day. I should mention this one is likely from the early 2000’s. I world think Briggs still has a good rep for making quality motors. My power washer is Briggs too and runs like a top