If you’ve ever wondered how to avoid project delays, the secret lies within the 80/20 rule. This stipulates that 80% of delays are caused by 20% of the planning activities that happen before the job begins. By focusing on the 20%, you can expect an …

Transport costs: two words that have landscapers everywhere divided. While some enjoy the convenience of having materials delivered, others avoid extra fees at all costs. Both sides are valid, but which option saves you more money? Follow along as we dissect the pros and cons …

It’s no surprise that the landscaping industry is competitive. Therefore, in order to stay ahead, you’ll want to build a customer base that is loyal to your company.  Loyalty; The Key to Growth It is important to care about your customer relationships because it can …

The COVID-19 impact on landscaping has business owners dealing with unprecedented times.  Companies have been forced to rethink operations completely. The bright side is that certain emergency practices being implemented right now can actually be used year-round to help strengthen your business.  Here are 5 …

If you read Part 1 of this blog series, then you already know that our landscaper friend John had used his own equation to calculate a 20% net profit for a backyard makeover job that he had completed. But, as it turned out, his calculation …

We’re probably not the first ones to tell you that social media is an integral component of any landscaping business. Not only does it help you to engage with your clients, it also helps to grow your audience, humanize your company, increase your brand power, …

When it comes to running your business, we understand that you are most likely wearing many hats. You probably have tasks ranging from overseeing upcoming bids to managing your crews.  So, we’ve decided to make a list of a few apps and services that can …

According to Lawn Care Millionaire, the typical net profit margin range varies from 5% to 20% in the lawn care and landscape industry. While some services will generate more profit than others, the real reason behind this variation is simple: people just don’t calculate their …

Since customers are a company’s greatest asset, attracting and maintaining them should be a top priority. Luckily, we’ve rounded up 5 sales tactics to get lawn care customers quickly and cost efficiently. 1.  Printed Materials While you might have heard rumors that print marketing is …

Is digital marketing a priority for your business? It should be. But we realize it can be a challenge to get started for those doing digital for the first time. So we consulted our friend Chris Penny to give us some advice we could pass …