New Hampshire

[A-Cut-ABOVE]

Okay let me know about the sulky once you figure things out.



the bunton is a 17 horse kawi

I would separate if someone wants the machine without the sulky.

Give me a day or two NH and I'll figure out a price if you're interested.

[NHJAKE]

Hi just got back on here. Was around last year. I'm in Barnstead and work full time at Hooksett Fire, so I do lawns everwhere from here to there. Done this as a side Business for about 10 yrs. Now off and on. Great to see others here! Take it easy.:usflag:

[KINGSBURYLANDSCAPELLC]

Any one interested in a 48" Scag hydro with 14hp single cyl. needs some small bits nothing major- I need it gone-

$300 come and get it
Joel
Southern NH Milford area

VERY interested! whats it need?


And no internet yet Scott, im just working hard at the bike shop ;) haha. TOmorrow is my last day here so i can focus on getting other things done like all the backed up work i have that actually pays money. Any day this week work for you and Ken to meet up and throw together the estimate?

Also Green Monster im drawing a blank as to the location you cover as far as work, just want to keep you in mind in case something pops up in your area i can pass it along to you.

[N.H.BOY]

Hi just got back on here. Was around last year. I'm in Barnstead and work full time at Hooksett Fire, so I do lawns everwhere from here to there. Done this as a side Business for about 10 yrs. Now off and on. Great to see others here! Take it easy.:usflag:

WELCOME__NHJAKE--Is'nt Barnstead near Newport area?

[KINGSBURYLANDSCAPELLC]

Hi just got back on here. Was around last year. I'm in Barnstead and work full time at Hooksett Fire, so I do lawns everwhere from here to there. Done this as a side Business for about 10 yrs. Now off and on. Great to see others here! Take it easy.:usflag:

Welcome NHJAKE!

[KINGSBURYLANDSCAPELLC]

Scott sent you a pm

[N.H.BOY]

Scott sent you a pm

Yea I saw THANK--buuuuuuutt-not hydro and alittle old and pullstart. How much do you think a new 36 exmark or toro would be?? Did you go see those accounts up on Bristol yet? Tommow I have got to do some local mulch in the rain:cry:

[KINGSBURYLANDSCAPELLC]

Yea I saw THANK--buuuuuuutt-not hydro and alittle old and pullstart. How much do you think a new 36 exmark or toro would be?? Did you go see those accounts up on Bristol yet? Tommow I have got to do some local mulch in the rain:cry:

Talked to them today. Looking at them next week. Go to Belmont Hardware (DOWNSTAIRS:laugh: haha) and look into a 36" Encore. Probably one of your best bets for cheap. Let them know i sent you and they should take care of you or we can go next week since i have to stop in and see if they have any used mowers anyways.

[N.H.BOY]

Talked to them today. Looking at them next week. Go to Belmont Hardware (DOWNSTAIRS:laugh: haha) and look into a 36" Encore. Probably one of your best bets for cheap. Let them know i sent you and they should take care of you or we can go next week since i have to stop in and see if they have any used mowers anyways.

Yea maybe Wed. I have got to go to mow up in Plymouth that morning. I'll call hopefully GREENMONSTER will decide on a price for his Bunton W/B I have got to go and bring kids to Dairy Queen Talk to ya later.

[coastalscapes]

Hi just got back on here. Was around last year. I'm in Barnstead and work full time at Hooksett Fire, so I do lawns everwhere from here to there. Done this as a side Business for about 10 yrs. Now off and on. Great to see others here! Take it easy.:usflag:



JOHN D---?

[coastalscapes]

FOR SALE on the NH Seacoast!

FISHER SPEED CASTER II (2 Stage Spreader) W/ Mounts, Controller, and all Wiring needed. I am out of room in my garage!

1 used grass Gobbler Make an offer! it is in really good shape! it came on a mower that I bought this spring. (1 small normal wear and tear dimple)

1 used clam shell bag set up for a toro floating deck no holes in the canvas, no rust on the mounting hardware

Also, 6X10 Carry on Trailer not even used 1 full season. (the tires still have the stubbies on them)

Great Deals for LS Members!:clapping:

PM for details!

[KINGSBURYLANDSCAPELLC]

Anyone got a used rear tine tiller for sale? Would like to have one

[jsaunders]

Jason- The scag needs acouple of nuts/bolts- some cotter pins- a tube maybe.
Has new front forks. It could use some paint.
Let me know. I'll pm you my #
Joel

[GreenMonster]

Yea maybe Wed. I have got to go to mow up in Plymouth that morning. I'll call hopefully GREENMONSTER will decide on a price for his Bunton W/B I have got to go and bring kids to Dairy Queen Talk to ya later.

NH, check your PM

[KINGSBURYLANDSCAPELLC]

Ken another pm for you

[A-Cut-ABOVE]

hey jason I havent gotten an pm's in like 2 weeks on here so i dont know what is going on.email me ken@meredithlandscaping.com

[KINGSBURYLANDSCAPELLC]

Haha scratch that Ken... I mean Scott had another pm

[KINGSBURYLANDSCAPELLC]

Joel do you have any pics? Please mail them to me KINGSBURYLANDSCAPE@yahoo.com

[A-Cut-ABOVE]

jason now you got a pm

[KINGSBURYLANDSCAPELLC]

got it and replied

[jsaunders]

No pics of the scag.

[KINGSBURYLANDSCAPELLC]

No pics of the scag.

i will give you a call this week.

[KINGSBURYLANDSCAPELLC]

Seeing everyone is on you would swear no one has anything better to do today... even though im at work.

[jsaunders]

Seeing everyone is on you would swear no one has anything better to do today... even though im at work.

Yea- sh*tty weather- supposed to be nice this week though(HOPEFULLY)

[A-Cut-ABOVE]

If any of you guys knows anyone with any exp. looking for a job let me know. I need to hire a guy that knows what he is doing. Im in the Meredith area.
Thanks...

[TSG]

Ken
If you are interested, I may have someone to loan you PT for the summer.
I am going in for major serjury next week and have been very selective
of the jobs we have been taking. This has opened a few days a week possible 4 days a week. Let me know
Alan

[A-Cut-ABOVE]

Ken
If you are interested, I may have someone to loan you PT for the summer.
I am going in for major serjury next week and have been very selective
of the jobs we have been taking. This has opened a few days a week possible 4 days a week. Let me know
Alan


Yes Alan pm me some details. I will use someone when ever they are available. licence is a must.

[N.H.BOY]

HEY KEN---- Were you down on rt. 4-A tonight (SUN.) @ 8:00 in Danbury? Thought I saw you drive by.

[A-Cut-ABOVE]

Nope not me, I dont even know where that is...lol

[KINGSBURYLANDSCAPELLC]

HEY KEN---- Were you down on rt. 4-A tonight (SUN.) @ 8:00 in Danbury? Thought I saw you drive by.

Nope not me, I dont even know where that is...lol

Haha:laugh: its on the back side of my town ... Hill! And dont make me explain to you where that is!

[A-Cut-ABOVE]

okay funny guy!!!!! HA HA

[KINGSBURYLANDSCAPELLC]

okay funny guy!!!!! HA HA
Now what are you doing home at 5:00pm? Geesh must be nice to have an early day lol:rolleyes: :laugh:

[A-Cut-ABOVE]

Early day. that was at 6 am i wrote that..I think.you makeing any progress on that quote?

[KINGSBURYLANDSCAPELLC]

nope... its a lot to add up. i need to get measurements and all still. probably get to it next week. can you get me a price on the excavator?

any chance you can sling around 28 yards of loam into a few piles with your skid steer next week?

[N.H.BOY]

JASON----You got the world wide web now already at your house??

[A-Cut-ABOVE]

I can check out the excavator work with a guy i know. ill ask.
PM me some details about the loam work. Ill see what I can do.

nope... its a lot to add up. i need to get measurements and all still. probably get to it next week. can you get me a price on the excavator?

any chance you can sling around 28 yards of loam into a few piles with your skid steer next week?

[KINGSBURYLANDSCAPELLC]

pm sent ken. thanks

[KINGSBURYLANDSCAPELLC]

What does everyone reccomend to get rid of grubs? You guys using Grub-X or is there something better?

Ken sent you a pm.

Any news on that get together someone was talking about a few months back?

[Ground Effects NH]

Can anybody mow my yard, Please....LOL :laugh: 1 more "spring" cleanup to do.Talking 90 + Friday I'll be on Newfound lake enjoying the last cleanup. All the cemeteries are done for the weekend. I am ready for a few cold drafts.

[KINGSBURYLANDSCAPELLC]

Ken
If you are interested, I may have someone to loan you PT for the summer.
I am going in for major serjury next week and have been very selective
of the jobs we have been taking. This has opened a few days a week possible 4 days a week. Let me know
Alan

Alan hope all goes well with the surgery. If you need any help on weekends to get back on track I will do my best to lend a hand. Scott (NHBOY) and I were talking about it the other day how if something bad happened and we needed time off we would be screwed.

[KINGSBURYLANDSCAPELLC]

Can anybody mow my yard, Please....LOL :laugh: 1 more "spring" cleanup to do.Talking 90 + Friday I'll be on Newfound lake enjoying the last cleanup. All the cemeteries are done for the weekend. I am ready for a few cold drafts.
Haha I just did mine today while i spent the day waiting for the cable guy to show up so i could get rid of the damn dialup i have had the past few days.
Definetly not looking forward to 90+ degrees tomorrow either. And I hate cemetaries! lol. Also thanks for the recommendation Bill for the customer in Franklin. Haha still funny to think it was you on the phone and I had no idea who i was talking to lol.

[N.H.BOY]

I found out last night that GIT-R-DOne who is on here too lives down the street from me I quess. 90 Tommorrw nice I have got two mow jobs on the big island.

[N.H.BOY]

JASON---Heard back from hoe-say bout that deck??? I have been at my kids softball game up in enfield all late afternoon.

[A-Cut-ABOVE]

Ya I met GIT-rDone the other day. at one of my jobs he stoped by.
()< tomorrow and 40 yrds of mulch to spread. anyone want to help out? lol I have 3 guys doing that while me and another have like 10 places to mow and a clean up out in bristol to do before 5 pm tomorrow.... im f**ked

[A-Cut-ABOVE]

Jason pm sent back

[KINGSBURYLANDSCAPELLC]

I will be in the area tomorrow Scott until around 5pm then im meeting up with Chris from DeepRoots to check out a yard in Concord i need blasted with some hydro seed. Think im straight out all day but if something changes i will let u know. Haha maybe we can grab some more free seafood that u missed out on. Also i got another job and you are included on it. I'll have to fill you in on the details. ANd no word from "Jose" lol. I will track him down tomorrow or this weekend because i need the $ from the other day to get that mower, also if u get a sec let me know on the bagger.

Seen Git -R-DOne a few times. How close to you Scott?

[GreenMonster]

What does everyone reccomend to get rid of grubs? You guys using Grub-X or is there something better?



Merit to keep them from feeding, Dylox gets rid of them if you didn't treat with Merit.

[KINGSBURYLANDSCAPELLC]

Merit to keep them from feeding, Dylox gets rid of them if you didn't treat with Merit.

can i get both at home depot?

[A-Cut-ABOVE]

can i get both at home depot?


call me tomorrow ill tell you where you might be able to get it. same guy you are getting the dirt from for the job in gilford.

[TSG]

Alan hope all goes well with the surgery. If you need any help on weekends to get back on track I will do my best to lend a hand. Scott (NHBOY) and I were talking about it the other day how if something bad happened and we needed time off we would be screwed.

Thanks for the note and kind Offer
It looks like things will be ok unless I get a property I bidded on in April.
I go in Tuesday and will be able to see how good my help is.
One thing that this taught me was to have at least one person that can step in
and hold down the fort.
We have digital photography and a bidding template with key employees.
I have also established agreement with small engine shop on our routes that will
keep everyone going.
Again, thanks
and lets get together for a brew in a few weeks
Alan

[A-Cut-ABOVE]

Jason I got really busy this afternoon, sorry about not calling you back. I ended up getting about 3 out of 10 mowings done, there is always tomorrow . we did get 36 yards of mulch down so that wasnt to bad.

[KINGSBURYLANDSCAPELLC]

Jason I got really busy this afternoon, sorry about not calling you back. I ended up getting about 3 out of 10 mowings done, there is always tomorrow . we did get 36 yards of mulch down so that wasnt to bad.

Oh nice deal on the mulch! If i didnt have a cleanup today (its saturday am) id lend a hand. I will give you a call anyways so you, Scott, and I can meet up and i will show you the Andover job on sunday if you are still free.

Chris (DeepRoots hydroseeding) nice to meet up with you and look forward to working on the upcoming project soon.

[Deep Roots]

Thanks Jason - nice to meet you, too and thanks again for calling.

Man, I don't know how you can stay up until 2am after working outside all day!

talk with you soon.

Chris

[A-Cut-ABOVE]

oh he didnt tell you, he just drives around and talks on the phone alll day.

HA HA... just kidding Jason....I will be out mowing all day so give me a call and we can play tag again...

[KINGSBURYLANDSCAPELLC]

oh he didnt tell you, he just drives around and talks on the phone alll day.

HA HA... just kidding Jason....I will be out mowing all day so give me a call and we can play tag again...

I swear i feel like that is true! I dont even want to see my cell phone bill next month! Its always a customer calling or me calling one of you guys about something job related or yada yada yada... lol it never seems to end.

Ya i didnt roll in lastnight until 9pm after i met with Chris i had to get material in concord for a job this am. Then went to see Pirates of the carribean and that didnt get over until 1:30am.

[A-Cut-ABOVE]

iIt doesnt ever end. kind of like babysitting some of them. Makes you wonder how they get along with out you...lol
I didnt get to call you back today, I have to finnish what I didnt get done today. A couple lawns to mow and some loam to spread. What time works for you? im starting around 8 am so call me after that and ill let you know the plan,


I swear i feel like that is true! I dont even want to see my cell phone bill next month! Its always a customer calling or me calling one of you guys about something job related or yada yada yada... lol it never seems to end.

Ya i didnt roll in lastnight until 9pm after i met with Chris i had to get material in concord for a job this am. Then went to see Pirates of the carribean and that didnt get over until 1:30am.

[KINGSBURYLANDSCAPELLC]

Haven't heard much from Hot Shots and Coastalscapes lately. How you guys doing over there?


Ken and Scott, I was awaiting a reply from th customer in Andover about something she e-mailed me about. I guess now she wants a written estimate so i will have you guys come take a look then she will choose one from the few she has.

Hope everyone enjoys their memorial day! Sadly i will be out prepping a lawn tomorrow (assuming the rental place is open to get the aerator and thatcher) or doing some mulching at the same place (as long as i can get my hands on the mulch as well). But anyone having a bbq want to save me a plate i'll be right over as soon as i finish the day lol.

[N.H.BOY]

Busy day today Jason or were you up in warren today??
Went down that road in andover today I had to go to New LOndon today so I went down to try and find that customer ,but no luck the road split so I took the right one, but didnot see anything that looks like a job.

[hotshot4819]

kings, everything is going great over here. me and coastalscapes have been qouting alot of jobs together acutally, myself doing the lawn instal part and brain doing the trees and flowers. its nice having someone to team up with, last year i didnt have that.
i also got a call from ginger today the organic lady hopefully something goes through with her.
hope you guys are all doing well.

[KINGSBURYLANDSCAPELLC]

Busy day today Jason or were you up in warren today??
Went down that road in andover today I had to go to New LOndon today so I went down to try and find that customer ,but no luck the road split so I took the right one, but didnot see anything that looks like a job.
Ya i ran a few errands and waited for the customer to call... well she decided to e-mail me instead:rolleyes: . Ya i drove past the house my first time too. Whenever is good for you this week we will do a drive up.

kings, everything is going great over here. me and coastalscapes have been qouting alot of jobs together acutally, myself doing the lawn instal part and brain doing the trees and flowers. its nice having someone to team up with, last year i didnt have that.
i also got a call from ginger today the organic lady hopefully something goes through with her.
hope you guys are all doing well.

Definetly nice to have people to team up with! Haven't had that in the past either myself. However so far i have teamed up with Chris (Deeproots hydro), Scott (NHBOY), Ken (A-Cut- ABove), and Bill (Bamaa). So its definetly good to have people like that.

Ya Ginger is pretty smart when it comes to organics and flower/trees etc. She have a lwan in mind for you or something good?

[KINGSBURYLANDSCAPELLC]

Scott~ do you need anything from me to have the guy start on my magnets? Just remembered i wanted to get those done soon. Also i'm stopping by the shirt guy this week in Laconia so if you are interested in getting setup let me know. And lastl let me know when you want to meet up so i can give you the $ for the mower.

[N.H.BOY]

Scott~ do you need anything from me to have the guy start on my magnets? Just remembered i wanted to get those done soon. Also i'm stopping by the shirt guy this week in Laconia so if you are interested in getting setup let me know. And lastl let me know when you want to meet up so i can give you the $ for the mower.

That guy is on vacation this week, wont be back till 2 weeks. I'll buy some more shirts and the wife is looking for shirts and sweats made up for her high school kids for a funraisher. How much again?? Ill call ya with the mower info still havent heard if it had a bagger, but we will try my ferris bagger on it.

[KINGSBURYLANDSCAPELLC]

That guy is on vacation this week, wont be back till 2 weeks. I'll buy some more shirts and the wife is looking for shirts and sweats made up for her high school kids for a funraisher. How much again?? Ill call ya with the mower info still havent heard if it had a bagger, but we will try my ferris bagger on it.

Ya i will take the mower either way and if we cant find one to fit it i will just buy a new one (think i have enough for both lol). T-shirts run about $6-7 a piece and i get my hoodies for $16-18. Thats shirt and screenprinting total.

Anyone else need a deal on shirts let me know! :)

[A-Cut-ABOVE]

Hey Jason how did you make out today?

[KINGSBURYLANDSCAPELLC]

Ken just wanted to say thanks for dropping that load of mulch off to me today. You'd never believe it but my 6 yard guess was PERFECT right down to the last scoop. Wish it always happened that way. I will get in touch with you tomorrow and let you know as far as the lawn project and you and Scott can let me know what day works best to look at the Andover job.

Hope everyone else had a good memorial day!

[KINGSBURYLANDSCAPELLC]

Just got in for the night. Wow a long day! We worked on my YEARS worth of cleanup that was needed at the new house. Then mowed, aerated, thatched, limed, fertilized the lawn and just sharpened blades... i think its time for a vacation!

[A-Cut-ABOVE]

Vacation, whats that. ill call you tomorrow afternoon when I am on my way over there with the machine.

[KINGSBURYLANDSCAPELLC]

Vacation, whats that. ill call you tomorrow afternoon when I am on my way over there with the machine.

Not if i call you first in need of your scag:rolleyes: lol

[jsaunders]

Jason- you still interested in my scag? I haven't got it started yet- I think I got some bad gas/fuel stabilizer- I've had some problems this year that I have never before. The scag does have a cloth catcher. Let me know.


Any one looking for a Ferris DD 52" w/b with sulky? 5-600 hrs
Joel

[N.H.BOY]

Vacation, whats that. ill call you tomorrow afternoon when I am on my way over there with the machine.

Hey KEN---what did you do leave Jason all by himself over there to RAKE hehehehehe:laugh:

[mcwlandscaping]

Any one interested in a 48" Scag hydro with 14hp single cyl. needs some small bits nothing major- I need it gone-

$300 come and get it
Joel
Southern NH Milford area
very interested.....do you still have it?

[jsaunders]

yes I have it- I'm having problems getting it to run right now so I pulled the carb and I'm cleaning it up.I've run it every year and this is the first year that I've had problems- I think I got bad gas or fuel stabilizer. Give me a call on my cell and I can lower the price if you want to take it before I go farther into the carb. I can give more info over the phone.:waving:
603-554-6157
Joel

[A-Cut-ABOVE]

Hey KEN---what did you do leave Jason all by himself over there to RAKE hehehehehe:laugh:

ya i left around 7ish i think, I had to go unload the machine and get home to see my wifetoday for a few mins before it got to late. i helped him rake about 1/2 the yard out , so hopefully he got it done and its all set for tomorrow.
You had a good excuse for not comming to hang with us huh...LOL

[KINGSBURYLANDSCAPELLC]

Just got in 10 minutes ago just after 10pm... ALMOST all raked out. got dark to quick. getting up at 4:30ish to head back over and get it finished. Ken thought u were heading right to bed ;) lol

Thanks to Ken and Scott for saving my @ss today by lending a hand.

Scott any luck getting the mower or does it look like friday?

Jsaunders i think i am going to have to pass on it for now. no down time to work on it. sorry :(

[mcwlandscaping]

yes I have it- I'm having problems getting it to run right now so I pulled the carb and I'm cleaning it up.I've run it every year and this is the first year that I've had problems- I think I got bad gas or fuel stabilizer. Give me a call on my cell and I can lower the price if you want to take it before I go farther into the carb. I can give more info over the phone.:waving:
603-554-6157
Joel
I'll give you a call after school....thank you!!

[Deep Roots]

Jason - heads up - I gave your card to a guy in Penacook this week. He called me for a hydroseed quote and his lawn maintenance guy hadn't been there yet and he was pissed, so I gave him your card and told him to give you a call. He might not, though - I don't think he was serious about the hydrosed and he hasn't called me back yet.

Chris

[KINGSBURYLANDSCAPELLC]

Chris,
Thanks for the heads up!
Im working on getting things situated with the project in Concord. A few last minute change of plants and such. Hope to get to the job in the week following this one. I will get in touch with the guy you recomended for the loam and have him deliver and spread it to save time. So I will keep you posted as to a planned date as far as the spraying.
Jason

[KINGSBURYLANDSCAPELLC]

Is everyone else out there just a busy as I am? I swear I haven't seen the light at the end of the tunnel and won't see it anytime soon.

[TGM]

Is everyone else out there just a busy as I am? I swear I haven't seen the light at the end of the tunnel and won't see it anytime soon.

yes...i'm exhausted--7 days a week. it seems i'm getting some good jobs because every other landscaper is busy.

[KINGSBURYLANDSCAPELLC]

its been pretty quiet on here lately...

[A-Cut-ABOVE]

Thats cause we are all busy working.... way to much...LOL

[KINGSBURYLANDSCAPELLC]

Ken its after 10pm u sould be in bed!

[KINGSBURYLANDSCAPELLC]

anyone know where there are any classes on nightscaping? Im interested in learning how to do it. Also i know there is a place in southern NH that offers aquascapes, I never have any customers looking to have any done but would like to know a bit more about them as well. Anyone else interested?

[KINGSBURYLANDSCAPELLC]

Chris (Deeproots)
Just wanted to give you a heads up i plan on getting going on the Concord project next week and i will let you know closer to when the time comes as to when i will need the spraying done.

Geesh looks like a lot of conversations with myself lately lol. It felt good to get in tonight just before 9pm, that hasnt happened lately.

[KINGSBURYLANDSCAPELLC]

Alan (TSG)
Just curious as to how the surgery went and if you were back on your feet yet?

[TSG]

Jason
Things went well.
Got home last night
and had the Mrs. drive me around the sites my crewdid for the week.
They did ok.
They also gave 5 quotes, and got between 10-13 accts.
I should have them crack my chest more often.
I should be able to be on my Z in 3-4 weeks
Thaks again
Hope to meet up with many of you soon.
Beer is on my
Alan

[hotshot4819]

A cut above, so one of your trucks in moultonborough today, i was up there on long island doing an organic lawn install for a cleint, on my way home through town i saw one of your trucks and looked like a fairly young guy weed wackin, anyways figured i would say hello.

[KINGSBURYLANDSCAPELLC]

Jason
Things went well.
Got home last night
and had the Mrs. drive me around the sites my crewdid for the week.
They did ok.
They also gave 5 quotes, and got between 10-13 accts.
I should have them crack my chest more often.
I should be able to be on my Z in 3-4 weeks
Thaks again
Hope to meet up with many of you soon.
Beer is on my
Alan
Nice to see things went well!

A cut above, so one of your trucks in moultonborough today, i was up there on long island doing an organic lawn install for a cleint, on my way home through town i saw one of your trucks and looked like a fairly young guy weed wackin, anyways figured i would say hello.

You can sure as hell bet if he was young and ESPECIALLY if he was weed wacking that it wasn't actually Ken ;)

[N.H.BOY]

JASON holy crap it's before 7 oclock and your on LAWNSITE.

[A-Cut-ABOVE]

A cut above, so one of your trucks in moultonborough today, i was up there on long island doing an organic lawn install for a cleint, on my way home through town i saw one of your trucks and looked like a fairly young guy weed wackin, anyways figured i would say hello.

Hmm,
It couldnt of been today. I wasnt in Moultonboro todasy...lol Meredith,yes all day today. Thursday is my moultonboro day. I spend all day over there.


Oh jason your so funny....lol I wish I could show up for work at 8 in the morning...slacker.....

[KINGSBURYLANDSCAPELLC]

Haha Ken wait until i tell you about the way my day went with the customer i had...

[hotshot4819]

sorry guys let me refraise all of this, i didnt realize my grammer was being checked. i saw one of your trucks. it looked like a chevy, red, and had a cut above on it, i saw it right before i pulled into dunkin donuts. i acutally have no clue where i was all i know i was about 10 mins from the job i did on deer haven road in moultonborough.

[A-Cut-ABOVE]

sorry guys let me refraise all of this, i didnt realize my grammer was being checked. i saw one of your trucks. it looked like a chevy, red, and had a cut above on it, i saw it right before i pulled into dunkin donuts. i acutally have no clue where i was all i know i was about 10 mins from the job i did on deer haven road in moultonborough.
I bet it was this afternoon in meredith across from the high school. thats just up the road from a dunkins, would of been a small kid with blonde hair out front weedwacking. next time stop by and say hi....

[hotshot4819]

yea it was a small blonde kid right up the road like you said, i will stop in next time. i was just in a rush on getting back home to do some qoutes. next time i will. yea the job was worth it up there.

[KINGSBURYLANDSCAPELLC]

sorry guys let me refraise all of this, i didnt realize my grammer was being checked. i saw one of your trucks. it looked like a chevy, red, and had a cut above on it, i saw it right before i pulled into dunkin donuts. i acutally have no clue where i was all i know i was about 10 mins from the job i did on deer haven road in moultonborough.
Nope wasn't your grammer... Ken and I just like to bicker alot.

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[QUOTE=KINGSBURYLANDSCAPELLC;1857896]Nope wasn't your grammer... Ken and I just like to bicker alot.[/QUOTE

we are kind of like grumpy old men, except im not that old and he is,

hotshot stop by and say hi next time, Im always aroiund this area, I try not to travel to far.

[lakesregionscapes]

Hi Guys,
I've been following the local thread all winter, but kinda lost touch with my computer once the snow melted...

Now that we got all the cleanups done, crisises averted and the customers are happy for a few minutes we're looking at company growth and renewal of the customer base (a couple moved away or passed away, etc.). We seem to be seeing a trend of sorts, and I'm trying to figure out if it is just perception, or real and if so and due to a changing local economy, or just stupid weather: in the last 10+ years we always got calls for new projects/installs in April/May when no one had any time to deal with them. This year there has been a few small new contacts, but no big calls (which we would have had to turn down - but that is not my point). I'm trying to figure out whether folks just aren't spending like they have been, or the summer residents haven't gotten into the swing of the summer season yet.

Have any of you notice a shift like this?

For what it's worth, our perspective is from 12 years in business, 3-4 guys on payroll crew, solid customer base with little turnover, just finally got new(er) trucks with sharp lettering... We always had more work that we knew what to do with; we are busy as ever, but the margin seems to be smaller. Wolfeboro Area.

[N.H.BOY]

Hi Guys,
I've been following the local thread all winter, but kinda lost touch with my computer once the snow melted...

Now that we got all the cleanups done, crisises averted and the customers are happy for a few minutes we're looking at company growth and renewal of the customer base (a couple moved away or passed away, etc.). We seem to be seeing a trend of sorts, and I'm trying to figure out if it is just perception, or real and if so and due to a changing local economy, or just stupid weather: in the last 10+ years we always got calls for new projects/installs in April/May when no one had any time to deal with them. This year there has been a few small new contacts, but no big calls (which we would have had to turn down - but that is not my point). I'm trying to figure out whether folks just aren't spending like they have been, or the summer residents haven't gotten into the swing of the summer season yet.

Have any of you notice a shift like this?

For what it's worth, our perspective is from 12 years in business, 3-4 guys on payroll crew, solid customer base with little turnover, just finally got new(er) trucks with sharp lettering... We always had more work that we knew what to do with; we are busy as ever, but the margin seems to be smaller. Wolfeboro Area.

Hey welcome back--I have'nt had much install's but I have had alot more mowing customers. Our good friend Kingsbury has had alot of install projects and new lawns and such..more than he wanted , but he gets through it all. I'm sure he will chime in when he gets time, but from my end the customers this year still have the money around. See ya around SCOTT HASKINS

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I think the people that live around the lake yr round are being a little more frugal this yr. Doing small jobs, or even trying things themselfs. The people with the big houses that done live here might tend to do more work , as this is just throw away money for them.
Also with the houseing market the way it is less houses turning over , people might be more inclined to fix up thier house rather than try and sell it. So once people start to look at the budget and what they can afford after thier vacations , more jobs might pop up???



Hi Guys,
I've been following the local thread all winter, but kinda lost touch with my computer once the snow melted...

Now that we got all the cleanups done, crisises averted and the customers are happy for a few minutes we're looking at company growth and renewal of the customer base (a couple moved away or passed away, etc.). We seem to be seeing a trend of sorts, and I'm trying to figure out if it is just perception, or real and if so and due to a changing local economy, or just stupid weather: in the last 10+ years we always got calls for new projects/installs in April/May when no one had any time to deal with them. This year there has been a few small new contacts, but no big calls (which we would have had to turn down - but that is not my point). I'm trying to figure out whether folks just aren't spending like they have been, or the summer residents haven't gotten into the swing of the summer season yet.

Have any of you notice a shift like this?

For what it's worth, our perspective is from 12 years in business, 3-4 guys on payroll crew, solid customer base with little turnover, just finally got new(er) trucks with sharp lettering... We always had more work that we knew what to do with; we are busy as ever, but the margin seems to be smaller. Wolfeboro Area.

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Hey Scott whats going on? Long time no see. Hows it going?

[N.H.BOY]

Hey Scott whats going on? Long time no see. Hows it going?

Oh busy picked uped two more lawns to mow in sandborton- 400 bucks worth sweet. Weather sucks though you busy???

[KINGSBURYLANDSCAPELLC]

Hi Guys,
I've been following the local thread all winter, but kinda lost touch with my computer once the snow melted...

Now that we got all the cleanups done, crisises averted and the customers are happy for a few minutes we're looking at company growth and renewal of the customer base (a couple moved away or passed away, etc.). We seem to be seeing a trend of sorts, and I'm trying to figure out if it is just perception, or real and if so and due to a changing local economy, or just stupid weather: in the last 10+ years we always got calls for new projects/installs in April/May when no one had any time to deal with them. This year there has been a few small new contacts, but no big calls (which we would have had to turn down - but that is not my point). I'm trying to figure out whether folks just aren't spending like they have been, or the summer residents haven't gotten into the swing of the summer season yet.

Have any of you notice a shift like this?

For what it's worth, our perspective is from 12 years in business, 3-4 guys on payroll crew, solid customer base with little turnover, just finally got new(er) trucks with sharp lettering... We always had more work that we knew what to do with; we are busy as ever, but the margin seems to be smaller. Wolfeboro Area.

Hey welcome back--I have'nt had much install's but I have had alot more mowing customers. Our good friend Kingsbury has had alot of install projects and new lawns and such..more than he wanted , but he gets through it all. I'm sure he will chime in when he gets time, but from my end the customers this year still have the money around. See ya around SCOTT HASKINS
Ya I get a lot of project offers, actually more projects than anything. They seem to range frrom small Allen block walls to lawn installs and plantings. Some projects i get offered take more time than i can allow for or are wanted to be done with a almost impossible deadline.
From what I see there has been no lack of projects or $ being spent. Customers seem a little hesitant to spend the $ however they still end up doing it. I actually spend 3-4 days a week on projects and only 1 day a week mowing so most of the income for my business is coming in through installs.

[TGM]

most of my business is through installs/maintenace so far, though i'd like to have 2-3 days of mowing a week. i'm finding it hard to find mowing customers though.

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Ive got more mowing than I want and not enough projects. Ive been giving some of them away unless they are something I can squeeze into my route.

[KINGSBURYLANDSCAPELLC]

Ya seems like it's all of one and not an equal amount of projects and mowing.

[lakesregionscapes]

We got a couple new small mowing accounts, one big mulch/cleanup project and the current customers are running up the "to-do" list with multitudes of minor things, but we're looking to do a handful of decent projects and the first year we have the time AND resources is the first year we don't have random calls out of the blue... Usually this time of year I'm hiding from the phone.
There's a slew of startup LCOs, and I'm seeing a lot of rigs from several towns over lately around here but I haven't even seen anyone in particular advertizing...The bigger guys have name recognition - they don't even seem to bother advertizing except for Community Lawn Care: he's doing "the works".
Seems like we got more attention with our nasty old beater trucks with no company signs (D.O.T. fixed the signs issue last year, and the old trucks finally had to go - there's only so much duct tape can do ;-))

I guess we need to move beyond word of mouth, well lettered trucks, the local weekly paper block ad and the community phone book: I'm thrashing around trying to decide the best form of advertising for our weird local economy. Getting a website up is a must, but along with that, what? We're aiming for the higher-end accounts - trying to get away from the rags that won't spend a red cent on the yard, then whine that it looks awful. Our local paper likes to feature local businesses in the community section, but I can't even think of a "hook" or point to make with one of those...

hmmmmm (brainstorming in progress)....

[TGM]

i agree with lrs. it's hard to break into the high end customers.

it seems it's the $200 jobs that eat the profit out of you.. not enough work for a full days work (maybe you can fit other stuff in), not enough money after giving the estimate, getting supplies, etc...and then those customers don't want anything else. i would really like to get some high end 10-grand-a-year type of customers to make everything seem worth while:rolleyes: :confused:

[N.H.BOY]

Ive got more mowing than I want and not enough projects. Ive been giving some of them away unless they are something I can squeeze into my route.

KEN----giving some away??? What? I have'nt seen any of them?:laugh:

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Igave 1 to jason, another 1 to another guy and 2 leads to another guy. I guess that puts you next in line. anything I get out that way is yiours. Hows things going?


KEN----giving some away??? What? I have'nt seen any of them?:laugh:

[Deep Roots]

Hey Jason,

How are things looking for the job in Concord this week? I'll give you a call later to check, but if you get a chance, let me know when you think that will be ready.

Thanks

Chris

[KINGSBURYLANDSCAPELLC]

Hey Chris
I talked to Greg at K&K today (nice guy!) and he can bring me the loam this week we just need to see how soon he would be available to sling it around for me so i dont have to wheel barrow 11 yards. My plan is to start on the job thursday. Anyways, I meant to give you a call today just got in over my head with a thousand other calls but I will give you a call in the am.
Jason

[N.H.BOY]

Jason thanks again for the help today with that field---no ticks at all on me--
I have to get the wife to check my speical area's:rolleyes: Hope all checked out Jason and his girl on the front page of the Citezen's paper today(tues.) They were really working and he was'nt even on the phone.:laugh:

[KINGSBURYLANDSCAPELLC]

http://www.citizen.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20070619/CITIZEN_01/106190233/-1/CITIZEN

See that Ken proof i work... now i have yet to see you doing anything:rolleyes:

No prob Scott, if my girl checks my special areas tonight expect a smile on my face when we meet up tomorrow lol:o :laugh:

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as usual You are making your g/f do all the work, is that thing on your back even running? ha ha Jason are you going to mow that house in gilford tomorrow? let me know if not I will shoot up and do it. just let me know early.

Scott I might have a deck for you. i need a price for just labor to build a 12x20 free standing deck. shoot me a pm no material is needed to buy, just labor, if this other guy comes in to high id like to have another price to throw at the job from someone else. job is in the Weirs. pm me if your interested..

http://www.citizen.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20070619/CITIZEN_01/106190233/-1/CITIZEN

See that Ken proof i work... now i have yet to see you doing anything:rolleyes:

No prob Scott, if my girl checks my special areas tonight expect a smile on my face when we meet up tomorrow lol:o :laugh:

[jsaunders]

Wow - no posts for over 24 hrs:)

Jason- you need to get some ear muffs- esp for your girl- $50 @ homedepot for the ones with a radio- well worth the money- makes work so much better.

Looks like everyone is busy- We spent the last 2 days trimming/chipping overgrown bushs/trees/wild roses/prickers. Very nice when you have to wear a hoody so you don;t bleed to death form all the thorns- i swear I could have wrung out that sweat shirt.

[KINGSBURYLANDSCAPELLC]

Wow - no posts for over 24 hrs:)

Jason- you need to get some ear muffs- esp for your girl- $50 @ homedepot for the ones with a radio- well worth the money- makes work so much better.

Looks like everyone is busy- We spent the last 2 days trimming/chipping overgrown bushs/trees/wild roses/prickers. Very nice when you have to wear a hoody so you don;t bleed to death form all the thorns- i swear I could have wrung out that sweat shirt.
Ya she has a regular pair without the radio... just never threw them in the truck. I was just saying to Scott today how i need to get back in the habit of wearing ear protection. All i have been working on is a few random projects. I wouldn't say anything to big, yet even something as small as a $2000 project even with a occasional extra hand still turns into a few days.

[KINGSBURYLANDSCAPELLC]

what are you guys adding for fertilizer when installing plants/shrubs?
I use to use Neptunes organic (basically chopped fish guts and other), tried Coast of Maines the other day. Didnt know if there was anything better? So far all i use is organic and liquid forms, but open to others.

[N.H.BOY]

what are you guys adding for fertilizer when installing plants/shrubs?
I use to use Neptunes organic (basically chopped fish guts and other), tried Coast of Maines the other day. Didnt know if there was anything better? So far all i use is organic and liquid forms, but open to others.

My Yellow Lab does that for me around my shrubs. If you need any let me know.

[KINGSBURYLANDSCAPELLC]

My Yellow Lab does that for me around my shrubs. If you need any let me know.

Are you going to bring me a bag? lol

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dan has some stuff
already comes in a bag...lol

[hotshot4819]

kingsbury, i have an awsome organic product called ambrosia from soil secrets, its part of my organic like line i use for my hydroseeding however i also use it fpr plant instales. i also have some of the finest compost you can buy in 25 lbs bags. high in iron. let me know if your interested in any of it. i am a dealer so i can give you pricing if need be.

[KINGSBURYLANDSCAPELLC]

kingsbury, i have an awsome organic product called ambrosia from soil secrets, its part of my organic like line i use for my hydroseeding however i also use it fpr plant instales. i also have some of the finest compost you can buy in 25 lbs bags. high in iron. let me know if your interested in any of it. i am a dealer so i can give you pricing if need be.

definetly interested! Let me know pricing etc!

[TGM]

i'm interested too, gotta meet up with you someday hotshot.

tom

[hotshot4819]

TGM, i keep seeing you driving on 108. ive past your like 6 times in one day before.i drive a black f350 dually with goldleaf lettering. guys i will get pricing for you today. i will e-mail you if you leave me your address

[hotshot4819]

alright guys i just went over the pricing, for you guys i will take care of you. the Earth Necter which can be used by spraying on the plant itself or by soaking the soil around the plant. now remember you can use the product as a fallow up to maintian the flower as long as possible. i can sell the gallon for $15 however you dilute the product by the fallow 8 ounces earth necter to 1 gallon water. on your diluted gallon you will get plenty of coverage so your 15 dollars goes a good distance. On the compost i can sell it for $10 a bag the bag contains 40 lbs of the finest top quility compost youll ever see, this product is great for planting and can also be used by placing a thin layer over the plant and then water it down into the soil, therefore getting all of the nutreints right down into the plant.
let me know guys i would love to start working with you, if you have any questions with the pricing or product feel free to talk on here on by e-mail at messiershydro@hotmail.com

[KINGSBURYLANDSCAPELLC]

I will definetly bu some. Now its just finding some down time to come pick it up lol

[TGM]

hotshot, you don't have 19.5's on your truck do you? i'm always running around somewhere (unfortunately i live in rottenchester - but run my business out of portsmouth). ie today i had to go to portsmouth, then hampton, then portsmouth, then stratham, then over to newmarket, then home:dizzy:

anyways...so essentially the Earth Nectar is a liquid compost? i'm definately interested in the bag compost. what is the compost made from?

[hotshot4819]

tgm you are currect it is a highly concentrated liquid compost. ive had exellent results with it.

kingsbury, if you were to buy a good amount i would be more then willing to bring it up to you, and atleast meet you halfway that is not an issue for me at all, i am allways heading up in that area, i am actually heading up to gilford and moultonborough tomarrow to hydroseed some lawns for belknap landscape company. i am more then willing to do what you need to make the product work for you, i take credit card over the phone and everything so i try to make life easy for everyone.

[N.H.BOY]

:usflag: tgm you are currect it is a highly concentrated liquid compost. ive had exellent results with it.

kingsbury, if you were to buy a good amount i would be more then willing to bring it up to you, and atleast meet you halfway that is not an issue for me at all, i am allways heading up in that area, i am actually heading up to gilford and moultonborough tomarrow to hydroseed some lawns for belknap landscape company. i am more then willing to do what you need to make the product work for you, i take credit card over the phone and everything so i try to make life easy for everyone.

I do a handfull of lawns for Belknap on Gov. Island and was wondering if you did any on the Island? I notice that it was some sought of "pellets" looking hydroseed and it was all green Is this what you did because this stuff is growing pretty good!! Just wondering if this comes in bag's or not. Thanks SCOTT HASKINS

[hotshot4819]

i have done a job on the island before, however the one you are talking about is not mine, i do actual hydroseed not the cheap imatation stuff from home depot, that stuff in my opinion is useless and to make it affected it cost alot more then hydro becauas of the amount you need.

[KINGSBURYLANDSCAPELLC]

i have done a job on the island before, however the one you are talking about is not mine, i do actual hydroseed not the cheap imatation stuff from home depot, that stuff in my opinion is useless and to make it affected it cost alot more then hydro becauas of the amount you need.

Amen! That stuff is crap!

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Come on Jason, we all know you use that stuff exclusively.....HA HA


Amen! That stuff is crap!

[KINGSBURYLANDSCAPELLC]

oh ya its right up there with rubber mulch!

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rubber mulch, now thats nice stuff, Hey I am gonna be out your way all day today. I am doing that driveway down near Skelly's market in Bristol. stop by if your in the area.

[N.H.BOY]

MR> KINGBURY------Dont forget about those exmark zero turn and W/B!! Let's not loose those bad boys!!!:cry:

[KINGSBURYLANDSCAPELLC]

SCOTT- pm'd you a link to my new trailer im getting friday morning

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and I feel so left out.....
Scott nice visit we had this morning...lol Sorry I couldnt stop and chat.... Although jason did ask me to lunch with you guys but I wasnt in the area.....

[KINGSBURYLANDSCAPELLC]

http://nh.craigslist.org/rvs/354657345.html
haha there you go Ken, dont want you feeling left out;)

[KINGSBURYLANDSCAPELLC]

Hows everyone been doing with this heat? Also anyone else noticing the lawns turning brown early this year?

[N.H.BOY]

Hows everyone been doing with this heat? Also anyone else noticing the lawns turning brown early this year?

My dads advice when I was a teenager--" IF IT'S BROWN TURN IT AROUND"

[N.H.BOY]

and I feel so left out.....
Scott nice visit we had this morning...lol Sorry I couldnt stop and chat.... Although jason did ask me to lunch with you guys but I wasnt in the area.....

Yea Ken nice to see ya "FLY" by with your "CREW":laugh: Hey do you know where I can get split rail fence's besides LOwes??? Need about 150 feet. Agway does not either. Home Depot does not have any, not sure if you knew. THANKS or anyone else for this matter:waving:

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I know there is a fence company down on 106 on the left side. I dont know the name of it though. Did you try Wicks lumber here in meredith? Worth a phone call???? mabey?

[KINGSBURYLANDSCAPELLC]

I know there is a fence company down on 106 on the left side. I dont know the name of it though. Did you try Wicks lumber here in meredith? Worth a phone call???? mabey?
NH Picket Fence ;)

[KINGSBURYLANDSCAPELLC]

My dads advice when I was a teenager--" IF IT'S BROWN TURN IT AROUND"
or you can just go play in the mud :laugh:

[TSG]

We atarted cutting at 3.75 to 4 a week ago and will keep it there
for a couple more weeks.
Really have not seen much brown yet.
But the grass waves as we drive by
Alan

[KINGSBURYLANDSCAPELLC]

haha Damn those cooler days and nights in the north country.

[KINGSBURYLANDSCAPELLC]

Scott- Sorry we didnt catch up today. Didnt hear from the guy until a little later than expected. Any plans for tomorrow (saturday)? I will be in tilton area getting new tires for the trailer and we could take a run over and check the mowers out.

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Jason you got your trailer? How is it?

[KINGSBURYLANDSCAPELLC]

eh... better than my old one. Needs 4 tires i plan on getting tomorrow (hopefully) thought it had electric brakes but instead there are hydraulic and need a little work. But im happy with it :)

[KINGSBURYLANDSCAPELLC]

time to break the silence...

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I am looking for someone who does maint. down in the bow area. I have a customer that has family down there and was asking if I knew anyone in that area.

[coastalscapes]

Hey guys!

Anyone skipping mowing this week ! :cry: I just wanted give some guys the option before I put it out on craigslist. I am selling my 6 X 10 Trailer 2 yrs. old, low miles great shape for $700, and I have a box built on it with my debris loader attached. The loader alone $500, with a spare impeller, both all set up for fall cleanups, $1100! The trailer might need a few bulbs but is good to go. I am looking to get an enclosed trailer so something needs to go to make room! PM for details!

[N.H.BOY]

Hey guys!

Anyone skipping mowing this week ! :cry: I just wanted give some guys the option before I put it out on craigslist. I am selling my 6 X 10 Trailer 2 yrs. old, low miles great shape for $700, and I have a box built on it with my debris loader attached. The loader alone $500, with a spare impeller, both all set up for fall cleanups, $1100! The trailer might need a few bulbs but is good to go. I am looking to get an enclosed trailer so something needs to go to make room! PM for details!

any pic's of these?? You might want to try here on members only thread also for items for sale.

[jsaunders]

Speaking of for sale-
I have a 6x 12 single axel trailer for $500-
2 husky blowers $50 each -haven't run them since spring
1 echo $50- needs rubber tube
1 8 hp billy goat push blower $200 -needs throttle cable

Also 2 Ferris DD w/b 52" with sulkys- around 600 hrs on meter $2500 b/r/o

Joel:)

[hotshot4819]

coastal, i might be interested, whats the wieght rating on that ?

[KINGSBURYLANDSCAPELLC]

I am looking for someone who does maint. down in the bow area. I have a customer that has family down there and was asking if I knew anyone in that area.
Is it weekly maint? Or they just want a few things done?

Hey guys!

Anyone skipping mowing this week ! :cry: I just wanted give some guys the option before I put it out on craigslist. I am selling my 6 X 10 Trailer 2 yrs. old, low miles great shape for $700, and I have a box built on it with my debris loader attached. The loader alone $500, with a spare impeller, both all set up for fall cleanups, $1100! The trailer might need a few bulbs but is good to go. I am looking to get an enclosed trailer so something needs to go to make room! PM for details!
Ya... what is this August? I never seen the grass so brown this early in the year. Where were all these trailers like a week ago?!?!?! Lol i've been looking for one for a while and just ended up getting one. Any pictures of the loader? Pretty interested.

Speaking of for sale-
I have a 6x 12 single axel trailer for $500-
2 husky blowers $50 each -haven't run them since spring
1 echo $50- needs rubber tube
1 8 hp billy goat push blower $200 -needs throttle cable

Also 2 Ferris DD w/b 52" with sulkys- around 600 hrs on meter $2500 b/r/o

Joel:) Any pics of the blowers? Also curious if you would seperate and sell just a sulky?

[jsaunders]

Jason,
No pics of the blowers-yet
Can't just sell a sulky- There is no way I'm going to walk if I need to use the machines.
I will get some info on the blowers and post up.
Joel

[coastalscapes]

Ill take the walk behind blower, send me some pics! I have been looking for one, if it is in decent shape besides the cable! THANKS!

[coastalscapes]

Speaking of for sale-
I have a 6x 12 single axel trailer for $500-
2 husky blowers $50 each -haven't run them since spring
1 echo $50- needs rubber tube
1 8 hp billy goat push blower $200 -needs throttle cable

Also 2 Ferris DD w/b 52" with sulkys- around 600 hrs on meter $2500 b/r/o

Joel:)

Ill take the walk behind blower, send me some pics! I have been looking for one, if it is in decent shape besides the cable! THANKS!

[KINGSBURYLANDSCAPELLC]

Just laid out some loam today for a job Chris (Deeproots Hydroseeding) is spraying for me and I wanted to say he recommended a place for the loam (job was in Concord- not a general area i work) anyways, the place is called K&K Landscape and its on route 4 just outside the Epsom traffic circle (Ken we know you have no idea where that is lol) he can deliver any amount or pickup. It seriously was one of the best grades of loam I have ever dealt with! No rocks, roots, grass, clumps etc, and the best part $17 a yard! Up here even my cost boils down to $28-32 a yard. I had 6 yards delivered for $140. Just figured I would pass it along because i know im always looking for a good place/ cheap place to get my material for jobs.
The # is 731-8566 and his name is Greg

[N.H.BOY]

JASON -NO CHARGE FOR MILES up here in Northfield? Still 17 bucks a yard?

[jsaunders]

Ill take the walk behind blower, send me some pics! I have been looking for one, if it is in decent shape besides the cable! THANKS!

Pics will take a couple of days- everything is is decent shape.

Husky blowers are 155 BT
echo is 60HT

Joel

[KINGSBURYLANDSCAPELLC]

JASON -NO CHARGE FOR MILES up here in Northfield? Still 17 bucks a yard?
He said he would come deliver it to us wherever needed. I think he said his big truck can handle 10 or 11 yards (need to double check). So to have that many delivered even paying $100 delivery would save trips and at $17 a yard would save overall. Example 12 yards @ $28 is $336 not delivered. 12 yards @ $17 is $204 so even if it cost $100 to deliver you save over $30 and you get it delivered.

[KINGSBURYLANDSCAPELLC]

Pics will take a couple of days- everything is is decent shape.

Husky blowers are 155 BT
echo is 60HT

Joel
interested in the huskys

[N.H.BOY]

JASON--I will be seeing my ex' wife this Fri night and I'll ask her husband that does vinyl to quote me on your magnetic for your truck. Your bizz card with your cell # on it right? He has to make new ones for my truck also with my # on my sign on back of trailer. Ill call later this weekend. Got to mow a few on Fri.

[KINGSBURYLANDSCAPELLC]

JASON--I will be seeing my ex' wife this Fri night and I'll ask her husband that does vinyl to quote me on your magnetic for your truck. Your bizz card with your cell # on it right? He has to make new ones for my truck also with my # on my sign on back of trailer. Ill call later this weekend. Got to mow a few on Fri.
sounds good! Ya my card has my # (not my address... dont need stalkers lol;)) magnets and also a price on a sign for my trailer like yours and Can you see if he makes the lawn signs? Had a few jobs i think they would help getting me some more jobs.

[TGM]

Just laid out some loam today for a job Chris (Deeproots Hydroseeding) is spraying for me and I wanted to say he recommended a place for the loam (job was in Concord- not a general area i work) anyways, the place is called K&K Landscape and its on route 4 just outside the Epsom traffic circle (Ken we know you have no idea where that is lol) he can deliver any amount or pickup. It seriously was one of the best grades of loam I have ever dealt with! No rocks, roots, grass, clumps etc, and the best part $17 a yard! Up here even my cost boils down to $28-32 a yard. I had 6 yards delivered for $140. Just figured I would pass it along because i know im always looking for a good place/ cheap place to get my material for jobs.
The # is 731-8566 and his name is Greg



yikes..is that regular loam? i'm paying $30/yard on pickup for superloam (about 1/3 compost) with the contractor discount.

[KINGSBURYLANDSCAPELLC]

yikes..is that regular loam? i'm paying $30/yard on pickup for superloam (about 1/3 compost) with the contractor discount.

Im assuming its regular loam. Not familiar with superloam. It appears to be the same material I generally use for lawn installs. He offers straight compost for $30 a yard and garden for $21 a yard.

[jsaunders]

You guys are getting hammered- I get it for 12-17 delivered. Nice dark rich stuff.

[KINGSBURYLANDSCAPELLC]

You guys are getting hammered- I get it for 12-17 delivered. Nice dark rich stuff.

Geesh! Next time i hope they at least give me a reach around:laugh:

[A-Cut-ABOVE]

How much do you mark it up from the 14 -17?


You guys are getting hammered- I get it for 12-17 delivered. Nice dark rich stuff.

[jsaunders]

Depends on size of job- $65-100 spread.

[Deep Roots]

Jason,

I finished the job in Concord yesterday. Nice prep job! Give me a call if you have any questions and let me know if you received my e-mail.

Chris

[KINGSBURYLANDSCAPELLC]

Jason,

I finished the job in Concord yesterday. Nice prep job! Give me a call if you have any questions and let me know if you received my e-mail.

Chris

Thanks Chris! Got the e-mail and will take care of it tomorrow. Nice working with you on this one and im sure more jobs to come.

[KINGSBURYLANDSCAPELLC]

Anyone know of a good shrub for shade- partial sun, sandy soil, zone 4-5, that will work as a hedge?

[TSG]

Arborvitaes (round),,,,,,,,,,,,,work great up here, require some acidity twice a year for a couple years,,,,,,,,,,,

[TSG]

Hi folks
Just a wick question for my friends in the Lakes region,,,,,,,,
I am thinking of replacing my 36 bobcat with a 42 Wright Standar.
I really like the machine,,,,,,
Do you think a standar would be appropriate with your properties
Thanks in advance
Alan

[KINGSBURYLANDSCAPELLC]

Hi folks
Just a wick question for my friends in the Lakes region,,,,,,,,
I am thinking of replacing my 36 bobcat with a 42 Wright Standar.
I really like the machine,,,,,,
Do you think a standar would be appropriate with your properties
Thanks in advance
Alan

Ive had first hand expirience with the Wright stander in the area. When I worked for Belknap landscaping I use to have one. My opinion is they are great for flat areas and sideways on sloped areas (better than my scamper made by the same company. same thing basically just a walk behind model). However they are not that great for going up and down sloped areas. I would say thats my only complaint about them. I prefer a stander over a walk behind with a velky/sulky.

[KINGSBURYLANDSCAPELLC]

Arborvitaes (round),,,,,,,,,,,,,work great up here, require some acidity twice a year for a couple years,,,,,,,,,,,
Do you know any specific species of Arborvitaes that don't get to tall? All the ones i looked at originally got to be 12'+

[TSG]

The "Balls" are a great 6-8 ft hedge,,,but will need to be trimmed.
at that point you can shape them any way you want.

[coastalscapes]

Depends on size of job- $65-100 spread.
65 Min Installed + Del Charge to cover pick up time.

[KINGSBURYLANDSCAPELLC]

anyone have a velky/sulky for sale?

[jsaunders]

65 Min Installed + Del Charge to cover pick up time.

$65 for larger jobs- I can get the loam delivered for $14-17
on smaller jobs $90-100 (15yrds or less) I don't charge additional for delivery on the these jobs because usually we can get the f550 onto the site with 2-3 yrds in the dump- we will spread the loam with the dump roughly and then one goes to get more loam and the other spreads, usually the next load is back by the time the other material is spread.
Nothing like $1,500 in less than 4 hrs(8 man hrs)
Don't feel bad about charging/making money -there are to many people that will work just to have work-
Joel

[jsaunders]

anyone have a velky/sulky for sale?


You can get a cheaper no name sulky for like 200 new- I've gotten alot of use out of the couple of no name sulkies that I have- I actually like them more than the "velky sulky". I have had to 'rebuild' them with additional washers because the other washers were worn thin- Think about how many miles that is- and they were greased every day!

[KINGSBURYLANDSCAPELLC]

You can get a cheaper no name sulky for like 200 new- I've gotten alot of use out of the couple of no name sulkies that I have- I actually like them more than the "velky sulky". I have had to 'rebuild' them with additional washers because the other washers were worn thin- Think about how many miles that is- and they were greased every day!

any sites to look for these on?

[KINGSBURYLANDSCAPELLC]

Scott- any luck with the magnets?

Ken- How the bbq go? Keeping busy?

Bamaa- haven't heard from you in a while how are things?

[KINGSBURYLANDSCAPELLC]

Anyone a member of the NHLA( New Hampshire Landscape Association) or NOFA (Northeast Organic Farmer’s Assoc.) Been debating joining one or the other. Probably NHLA. http://nhlaonline.org/ for anyone intrested. Sounds like it offers alot for the $.

[N.H.BOY]

Jason--did'ny you go to school for that and shoul'd you be a member already??

[GreenMonster]

Scott- any luck with the magnets?

Ken- How the bbq go? Keeping busy?

Bamaa- haven't heard from you in a while how are things?

What am I????.... a leper? :waving:

Anyone a member of the NHLA( New Hampshire Landscape Association) or NOFA (Northeast Organic Farmer’s Assoc.) Been debating joining one or the other. Probably NHLA. http://nhlaonline.org/ for anyone intrested. Sounds like it offers alot for the $.


I joined NHLA last year. I don't know what it's really done for me, although I can't say I've tried to take advantage of any of it's offerings, though I would like to become CLP. I do use the logo in advertising stuff.

[N.H.BOY]

Ney Mark---Did you get rind of that Bunton mower of yours? Did you get what you wanted for it??

[GreenMonster]

Ney Mark---Did you get rind of that Bunton mower of yours? Did you get what you wanted for it??

ya know, that's a good question. It's on consignment at Wolfeboro Power, and I haven't heard anything. maybe I ought to call them tomorrow.

The crew does like the Gravely w/b though.

[KINGSBURYLANDSCAPELLC]

Jason--did'ny you go to school for that and shoul'd you be a member already??
I went to school for landscape design... and the more i know the more i can offer and charge;)

What am I????.... a leper? :waving:




I joined NHLA last year. I don't know what it's really done for me, although I can't say I've tried to take advantage of any of it's offerings, though I would like to become CLP. I do use the logo in advertising stuff.
Haha nope didnt forget about you. Hows things on your end?
I think i would want to take advantage of the offerings. Definetly want to become a CLP (certified Landscape Proffesional) next year. And ya I basically want to use the logo for advertising as well.

[Ground Effects NH]

Bamaa- haven't heard from you in a while how are things?.....:waving:

[A-Cut-ABOVE]

Hey Jason,
The info you requested, Lakes region pump and irrigation 603-455-2419 Terry is his name. tell him I told you to call.

[KINGSBURYLANDSCAPELLC]

Hey Jason,
The info you requested, Lakes region pump and irrigation 603-455-2419 Terry is his name. tell him I told you to call.

and why would i want to admit that? He would probably charge me double!:laugh:

[KINGSBURYLANDSCAPELLC]

Pics will take a couple of days- everything is is decent shape.

Husky blowers are 155 BT
echo is 60HT

Joel

Joel,
Sent you a pm. Will you be around this weekend to pick up the Huskys?

[KINGSBURYLANDSCAPELLC]

Hey guys!

Anyone skipping mowing this week ! :cry: I just wanted give some guys the option before I put it out on craigslist. I am selling my 6 X 10 Trailer 2 yrs. old, low miles great shape for $700, and I have a box built on it with my debris loader attached. The loader alone $500, with a spare impeller, both all set up for fall cleanups, $1100! The trailer might need a few bulbs but is good to go. I am looking to get an enclosed trailer so something needs to go to make room! PM for details!

Still got the loader?

[A-Cut-ABOVE]

Thanks Buddy, I see how it is going to be...LOL I might call him and tell him to do that...HAHA
Give me a buzz lata


and why would i want to admit that? He would probably charge me double!:laugh:

[N.H.BOY]

A customer of mine ----nice old lady here in Tilton---just called me today to ask about a field mower she is buying for me to mow her 4 foot grass and wild flower field. I go over and talk to her and she's got a DR book out with all the field mowers. Not sure if anyone has used these, but they seem tough enough, never used them myself, so I told her to get the biggest one :weightlifter: not thinking she go for it and she said alright. She is going to order up the 17hp commercial one with the kaw engine, electric start. It has a pivoting deck with four speeds. It can also have attachments like snow blade, 6000 watt generator, snow thrower and also a 42" lawn mower. Looks pretty cool. Im going to check on the reconditioned one for her to save money. She told me I can use it anytime for my customers, but I would feel weird doing that:dizzy: SO has anyone used these before and do they work well?? She also has small saplings on her place to run this through.

[KINGSBURYLANDSCAPELLC]

A customer of mine ----nice old lady here in Tilton---just called me today to ask about a field mower she is buying for me to mow her 4 foot grass and wild flower field. I go over and talk to her and she's got a DR book out with all the field mowers. Not sure if anyone has used these, but they seem tough enough, never used them myself, so I told her to get the biggest one :weightlifter: not thinking she go for it and she said alright. She is going to order up the 17hp commercial one with the kaw engine, electric start. It has a pivoting deck with four speeds. It can also have attachments like snow blade, 6000 watt generator, snow thrower and also a 42" lawn mower. Looks pretty cool. Im going to check on the reconditioned one for her to save money. She told me I can use it anytime for my customers, but I would feel weird doing that:dizzy: SO has anyone used these before and do they work well?? She also has small saplings on her place to run this through.
Nope, something like you described i always use the Billy Goat walk behind bush hog. I would love to pick one up someday. As far as the DR i havent used one, but i have seen a few and im not sure how i feel about a multi use piece like that. Interested in seeing how it works out.

[jsaunders]

My friend has one and LOVES IT

[FCLCinMaine]

Anyone seen the big guy on that 36" Hustler ZTR around Tilton??

[A-Cut-ABOVE]

Hawkensen is Meredith sells them. Im not sure if they have any on the floor right now. Ill be in there tomorrow if my parts come in and I will look for ya ....

[KINGSBURYLANDSCAPELLC]

Anyone seen the big guy on that 36" Hustler ZTR around Tilton??

Nope... Just some big guy on a Cub Cadet Tank:rolleyes: :laugh:

[KINGSBURYLANDSCAPELLC]

Hawkensen is Meredith sells them. Im not sure if they have any on the floor right now. Ill be in there tomorrow if my parts come in and I will look for ya ....
:rolleyes: wish I had downtime to run around all day looking at equipment. lol jk
Where is Hawkensen? Is that the place across from Cumberland farms?

[A-Cut-ABOVE]

ya it is, ok ill tell you the story, a week or so ago, i was doing some fill work and had to cut a tree down, so 1 of my guys grabs my chain saw and cuts it then puts the saw down behind me in the skid steer and i went to back up and right over the saw, I didnt know it was there. about $100 in plastic parts. put a new plug in it and it fired right up.
Those Husky saws are pretty tough....

[KINGSBURYLANDSCAPELLC]

ya it is, ok ill tell you the story, a week or so ago, i was doing some fill work and had to cut a tree down, so 1 of my guys grabs my chain saw and cuts it then puts the saw down behind me in the skid steer and i went to back up and right over the saw, I didnt know it was there. about $100 in plastic parts. put a new plug in it and it fired right up.
Those Husky saws are pretty tough....
your 455 rancher? I like the new 350 i got but still wish i had picked up a 455 instead.

[TSG]

:rolleyes: wish I had downtime to run around all day looking at equipment. lol jk
Where is Hawkensen? Is that the place across from Cumberland farms?

Hawkensen is on Tenney Mtn Highway
Exit 26 off 93

Alan

[N.H.BOY]

Nope... Just some big guy on a Cub Cadet Tank:rolleyes: :laugh:

FUNNY FUNNY MAN!!!!!:laugh: :laugh:

[jsaunders]

Jason you have a PM:)
Joel

[TSG]

Jsaunders
I see you have a couple Hustler WB
I am looking at the trimline with t Bar
How do you like yours.
It is between The new Toro split T and Hustler
Thanks for your time
Alan

[jsaunders]

The hustlers are very nice- Mine are the Super Walk Behinds which they stopped making. I haven't tried the newer models but they are alot shorter which is the one thing that I really don't like about mine. The cut is good and they have been pretty reliable. The problems that I have had with mine have been changed with the newer models. Not having 'pistol grips' are great and much easier on the hands wrist esp. by the end of the day.
Any more ? feel free to ask,
Joel:waving:

[TSG]

The hustlers are very nice- Mine are the Super Walk Behinds which they stopped making. I haven't tried the newer models but they are alot shorter which is the one thing that I really don't like about mine. The cut is good and they have been pretty reliable. The problems that I have had with mine have been changed with the newer models. Not having 'pistol grips' are great and much easier on the hands wrist esp. by the end of the day.
Any more ? feel free to ask,
Joel:waving:

Thanks for getting back to me so fast,
I have a demo scheduled for next week.
It looks like it is between Hustler with Velke
and a wright standar :dizzy:

Alan

[jsaunders]

I used a wright stander and couldn't get it to cut well- I tried everything- changed heights/mulching blades/doubles- it just wasn't good:hammerhead: And talk about a PITA to change blades:dizzy: :cry: NO JOKE

Consider the bull rider sulky for the hustler- while there are some things the 'regular' sulky does better there are also things that make the bullrider so much better- backing up is very easy on the B.R. full speed with ease- makes it very nice if you need to push the grass/leaves(fall) in one direction.
the hustler is a totaly different machine with the sulky as well-(if you demo one with out)

On the bull rider I had a 10 yr old driving around my yard with in 2 mins- never tried any w/b -rider mower before, just 4 wheelers- Anyone can operate the machine with a bull rider- unless you are totally retarted- and even then it will take 15 mins:)

[KINGSBURYLANDSCAPELLC]

I used a wright stander and couldn't get it to cut well- I tried everything- changed heights/mulching blades/doubles- it just wasn't good:hammerhead: And talk about a PITA to change blades:dizzy: :cry: NO JOKE

Consider the bull rider sulky for the hustler- while there are some things the 'regular' sulky does better there are also things that make the bullrider so much better- backing up is very easy on the B.R. full speed with ease- makes it very nice if you need to push the grass/leaves(fall) in one direction.
the hustler is a totaly different machine with the sulky as well-(if you demo one with out)

On the bull rider I had a 10 yr old driving around my yard with in 2 mins- never tried any w/b -rider mower before, just 4 wheelers- Anyone can operate the machine with a bull rider- unless you are totally retarted- and even then it will take 15 mins:)

Is the bull rider the "sulke" made by Hustler? I know Hustler makes their own "sulke" but it is nicer and almost acts as a striping kit because it uses like one big "roller"

[A-Cut-ABOVE]

hey Alan (TSG) do you know of anyplace up near Thornton to get 3/4 stone? Im looking at a walkway up there and need some but dont know anyplace up there to get it.
Thanks for the help

[jsaunders]

Is the bull rider the "sulke" made by Hustler? I know Hustler makes their own "sulke" but it is nicer and almost acts as a striping kit because it uses like one big "roller"


Hustler dealers usually have/had the "bull rider" - But I do believe they did come out with there own sulky. "Bull rider" isn't made by hustler. I don't think you really need a striping kit with the hustlers, there give a good stripe with any sulky.
Joel

[N.H.BOY]

Hustler dealers usually have/had the "bull rider" - But I do believe they did come out with there own sulky. "Bull rider" isn't made by hustler. I don't think you really need a striping kit with the hustlers, there give a good stripe with any sulky.
Joel

Hey Joel--nice to meet ya today. and thanks again, Jason and I started one of those blowers right up when I got home ran fine alittle tune up and she'll be good to go. Nice stuff you have also, I;m going to check on that place up in Franconia. Dicks trucks right??

[TSG]

hey Alan (TSG) do you know of anyplace up near Thornton to get 3/4 stone? Im looking at a walkway up there and need some but dont know anyplace up there to get it.
Thanks for the help

I work with a Guy on Tenney Mtn Highway (exit 26) just past the Dunkin donuts.
His business is "anything Granite",,,,,,,I get mine from him,,,,tell him I refered you.
I will also talk to him tomorrow
Alan

[N.H.BOY]

I work with a Guy on Tenney Mtn Highway (exit 26) just past the Dunkin donuts.
His business is "anything Granite",,,,,,,I get mine from him,,,,tell him I refered you.
I will also talk to him tomorrow
Alan

ALAN--do you do any work in that area? Im looking to get some more for next year. I have two right now and I might drop them next year if I dont get any more. Thanks SCOTT

[TSG]

Scott
I have accts in Lincoln,Woodstock,Campton, Thorton and plymouth.
I to have a couple accts toward the lakes region, but the drive time is killing me.
I am not nearly as efficient as I need to be unless I start another crew.(don't want to)
This fall I was hoping to met with you and other companies in your area and tag these folks off.
Looks like I may have picked up a major commercial acct in my town (2 days) .
If that is the case I want to make sure my lake people get good care.

Alan

[jsaunders]

Hey Joel--nice to meet ya today. and thanks again, Jason and I started one of those blowers right up when I got home ran fine alittle tune up and she'll be good to go. Nice stuff you have also, I;m going to check on that place up in Franconia. Dicks trucks right??

Nice to meet you guys as well- it's good to hear that about the blower- they ran very good and started very quickly- alot easier then my echos.
Yes Dick's Trucks is correct- located in whitefield
Here's the # for you- 1-800-649-2767
Make sure you don't pay asking price:usflag:

Joel

[KINGSBURYLANDSCAPELLC]

Nice to meet you guys as well- it's good to hear that about the blower- they ran very good and started very quickly- alot easier then my echos.
Yes Dick's Trucks is correct- located in whitefield
Here's the # for you- 1-800-649-2767
Make sure you don't pay asking price:usflag:

Joel
Ya definetly nice to meet up with you Joel!


KEN- Just wondering when you want to look at the job here in Franklin?
Also I had a guy get in touch with me about a job on rte 175 Ashland/Holderness line 2 miles off exit 25 on 93. Says he is interested in some work being done. I havent got the official word on what as of yet he is suppose to call me back this week (ironically his name is Ken as well:dizzy: )
But said it will require a piece of equipment so I figured I would invite you in on this one to since its in your back yard.

[KINGSBURYLANDSCAPELLC]

Also just curious as to if anyone would be interested in some sort of get together next month? I know there has been talk but it seems no one is pulling it all together and I figure August is probably a slower and one of the best months to do it. Anyone interested or have any ideas?

[A-Cut-ABOVE]

Thanks Alan, Im gonna try and get up that way later today. Jason also mabey today, I have to head over that way to go to MB for some parts. Ill call you later..

[TSG]

Hey Folks
Looking for some local knowledge and opinions.
I know my overhead and feel comfortable bidding Residential and light commercial
properties in the North/Central part of the state.
I was just asked to take over a major condo complex in the Plymouth area
(27 buildings). I am trying to run a 3-4 man crew. I see it as a 2 day 8 hour job.
Cut, trim, blow,,,,they want A+ work
For me there is great value in this since time behind the windshield is killing me.
What would you charge for the 2 days.
I will be subbing out the chemical work and all bed work is an extra.
Thanks for your time
Alan

ps
Was told it was mine if I wanted it,,,,just don't want to gouge a friend

[N.H.BOY]

Hey Folks
Looking for some local knowledge and opinions.
I know my overhead and feel comfortable bidding Residential and light commercial
properties in the North/Central part of the state.
I was just asked to take over a major condo complex in the Plymouth area
(27 buildings). I am trying to run a 3-4 man crew. I see it as a 2 day 8 hour job.
Cut, trim, blow,,,,they want A+ work
For me there is great value in this since time behind the windshield is killing me.
What would you charge for the 2 days.
I will be subbing out the chemical work and all bed work is an extra.
Thanks for your time
Alan

ps
Was told it was mine if I wanted it,,,,just don't want to gouge a friend

ALAN-- I would say around 600 bucks, without seeing it of course, but I'll do it for ya for 500 bucks:laugh: since Im up there, but serious if you want any help with it let me know like I said Id like to get a full days work up there. How did you get this in the middle of the season? Hope you have a contract for the remainder of the year as well as next year when you get a price in. Hope to see ya around up there. I mow across from that prep school and my brother in-laws laudry mat.:waving:

[N.H.BOY]

Also just curious as to if anyone would be interested in some sort of get together next month? I know there has been talk but it seems no one is pulling it all together and I figure August is probably a slower and one of the best months to do it. Anyone interested or have any ideas?

Why would I get together with you, I see too much of ya already:hammerhead: ANd you still owe me a DAMN BEER!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[TSG]

ALAN-- I would say around 600 bucks, without seeing it of course, but I'll do it for ya for 500 bucks:laugh: since Im up there, but serious if you want any help with it let me know like I said Id like to get a full days work up there. How did you get this in the middle of the season? Hope you have a contract for the remainder of the year as well as next year when you get a price in. Hope to see ya around up there. I mow across from that prep school and my brother in-laws laudry mat.:waving:

My Winter job is the Prep School,,,and maybe we can work something out

[A-Cut-ABOVE]

hey Alan, you should braek out actual mow time from trimming and blowing as that should be a different labor rate as a mower costs more to run than anything else. With out seeing it is hard to estimate but if you know your rates for each thing it should be easy to do.
If you get anything down the Meredith area you need to get rid of or need done let me know.

A gettogether would be cool. mabey we could all meet up and not tell Jason about it or give him the wrong day.....LOL HA HA
But seriously lets try and put something together.....

[N.H.BOY]

JASON---signs-JOEY Tetreault at J&B autoworx..359-7372 his cell tell him I have talked to you. He will need your logo cd I think. He'll tell ya and ask if my s**t is done yet!!!!! If you dont get him give me a call I'll call my ex-wife to see if he's there.

[jsaunders]

Hey Folks
Looking for some local knowledge and opinions.
I know my overhead and feel comfortable bidding Residential and light commercial
properties in the North/Central part of the state.
I was just asked to take over a major condo complex in the Plymouth area
(27 buildings). I am trying to run a 3-4 man crew. I see it as a 2 day 8 hour job.
Cut, trim, blow,,,,they want A+ work
For me there is great value in this since time behind the windshield is killing me.
What would you charge for the 2 days.
I will be subbing out the chemical work and all bed work is an extra.
Thanks for your time
Alan


2 days with 3-4 guys or 2 days with 1 guy? I think it could be 1 day with 2-3 guys? How many acres(roughly)? What size mowers- 60's or 21"? Since you are friends with the guy- ASK what was being payed- but take it at face value-It needs to be worth it to you or you will hate being there as well. REMEMBER the first guy wasn't cutting it so charge more and make DAMN sure you do a better job.

We can do 22 jobs in a day(2 guys)( alittle longer of a day ) yet these are seperate residential jobs which includes a 1 hrs drive each way- Works out to 60-70 per hour /per man including drive time and subtracting fuel as well- $90per hr/man excluding drive

Joel

[jsaunders]

Why would I get together with you, I see too much of ya already:hammerhead: ANd you still owe me a DAMN BEER!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

hey Alan, you should braek out actual mow time from trimming and blowing as that should be a different labor rate as a mower costs more to run than anything else. With out seeing it is hard to estimate but if you know your rates for each thing it should be easy to do.
If you get anything down the Meredith area you need to get rid of or need done let me know.

A gettogether would be cool. mabey we could all meet up and not tell Jason about it or give him the wrong day.....LOL HA HA
But seriously lets try and put something together.....

No love for Jason today?:laugh: A meet up would be good- I think 2nd-3rd week of aug would be good.
Joel

[KINGSBURYLANDSCAPELLC]

Why would I get together with you, I see too much of ya already:hammerhead: ANd you still owe me a DAMN BEER!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

hey Alan, you should braek out actual mow time from trimming and blowing as that should be a different labor rate as a mower costs more to run than anything else. With out seeing it is hard to estimate but if you know your rates for each thing it should be easy to do.
If you get anything down the Meredith area you need to get rid of or need done let me know.

A gettogether would be cool. mabey we could all meet up and not tell Jason about it or give him the wrong day.....LOL HA HA
But seriously lets try and put something together.....

No love for Jason today?:laugh: A meet up would be good- I think 2nd-3rd week of aug would be good.
Joel
Geesh i know huh! What did i do wrong lately lol... wait, dont aswer that. Scott I definetly still owe you a bday beer.
2nd-3rd week in August sounds good to me. Maybe we can have it in an area thats outside of Meredith since we know Ken wouldnt know where it is or how to get there.:laugh:

[KINGSBURYLANDSCAPELLC]

2 days with 3-4 guys or 2 days with 1 guy? I think it could be 1 day with 2-3 guys? How many acres(roughly)? What size mowers- 60's or 21"? Since you are friends with the guy- ASK what was being payed- but take it at face value-It needs to be worth it to you or you will hate being there as well. REMEMBER the first guy wasn't cutting it so charge more and make DAMN sure you do a better job.


I would do the same way. Ask what the previous person made, up it a bit and gurantee as well make sure the service is beyond their satisfaction. Also Im not far from Plymouth (25 minutes) so if you need a extra hand or mower let me know.

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hey Alan, you should braek out actual mow time from trimming and blowing as that should be a different labor rate as a mower costs more to run than anything else. With out seeing it is hard to estimate but if you know your rates for each thing it should be easy to do.
If you get anything down the Meredith area you need to get rid of or need done let me know.

A gettogether would be cool. mabey we could all meet up and not tell Jason about it or give him the wrong day.....LOL HA HA
But seriously lets try and put something together.....

ya, that is just what I did and all looks good
Mulch, beds ect are all extra
I may just need a referrall to someone with a chemical liscense

Beer Soon
Alan

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Geesh i know huh! What did i do wrong lately lol... wait, dont aswer that. Scott I definetly still owe you a bday beer.
2nd-3rd week in August sounds good to me. Maybe we can have it in an area thats outside of Meredith since we know Ken wouldnt know where it is or how to get there.:laugh:


MAYBE SCOTT WASN'T HAPPY WITH YOU ON THE RIDE HOME? NO ONE RIDES FOR FREE!:laugh: :laugh: :waving:

[jsaunders]

ya, that is just what I did and all looks good
Mulch, beds ect are all extra
I may just need a referrall to someone with a chemical liscense

Beer Soon
Alan

So spill it what were they getting/ time taken? Nice to get a big job half way through the season- as long as you have the time for it.
I will try to call you tomorrow.
Joel

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I dont know if my guy goes up that way I will ask him today and let you know.


ya, that is just what I did and all looks good
Mulch, beds ect are all extra
I may just need a referrall to someone with a chemical liscense

Beer Soon
Alan

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I used a wright stander and couldn't get it to cut well- I tried everything- changed heights/mulching blades/doubles- it just wasn't good:hammerhead: And talk about a PITA to change blades:dizzy: :cry: NO JOKE

Consider the bull rider sulky for the hustler- while there are some things the 'regular' sulky does better there are also things that make the bullrider so much better- backing up is very easy on the B.R. full speed with ease- makes it very nice if you need to push the grass/leaves(fall) in one direction.
the hustler is a totaly different machine with the sulky as well-(if you demo one with out)

On the bull rider I had a 10 yr old driving around my yard with in 2 mins- never tried any w/b -rider mower before, just 4 wheelers- Anyone can operate the machine with a bull rider- unless you are totally retarted- and even then it will take 15 mins:)

Joel
I tried the hustler 48 today and loved it
The controls are very good and much like my motorcycles.
I also like the fact that employees will get comfortable with it faster.
I also liked the sulkie that comes with it, Your basically riding on the stripping
unit. The salesmen made backing it up seam effortless,,,not the same for me.
I can see where the bull rider has it beat on that point. I am also concerned about the hustler sulkie going over pavement and stone. The stripes do look awesome Anything else I should look for.
Thanks for your time
Alan

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Alan
Where you picking up the Hustler from? I know of a dealer down here and just wasnt sure if they might offer you a better deal.
Jason

[KINGSBURYLANDSCAPELLC]

Alan
Where you picking up the Hustler from? I know of a dealer down here and just wasnt sure if they might offer you a better deal. Also i think the sulke hustler makes definetly makes incredible stripes.
Jason

[jsaunders]

Joel
I tried the hustler 48 today and loved it
The controls are very good and much like my motorcycles.
I also like the fact that employees will get comfortable with it faster.
I also liked the sulkie that comes with it, Your basically riding on the stripping
unit. The salesmen made backing it up seam effortless,,,not the same for me.
I can see where the bull rider has it beat on that point. I am also concerned about the hustler sulkie going over pavement and stone. The stripes do look awesome Anything else I should look for.
Thanks for your time
Alan

Good to hear Alan- I haven't tried the hustler sulky so I can't comment -yet as time goes by I'm sure backing up won't even make you think twice. My hustlers aren't the most compact machine and I know that the new models are smaller which is nice but the biggest benifit of the hustlers is the ease of use- I went solo for a season and every day my hands would ache at the end of the day- NOT ONCE SINCE I BOUGHT THE HUSTLERS- also anyone can learn to use the mower. It is actually easier for some one who has never ran any mower before than someone who has used pistol grip mower.

Joel

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Alan
Where you picking up the Hustler from? I know of a dealer down here and just wasnt sure if they might offer you a better deal. Also i think the sulke hustler makes definetly makes incredible stripes.
Jason

Jason
I am talking to the dealer in Belmont
Alan

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Jason
I am talking to the dealer in Belmont
Alan

Yes that is the place. Nice place dont forget to go down stairs, more stuff down there, I went a few weeks back to find a used W/B and I think KINGSBURY droped off those backpack blowers we got from JOEL there also.

[KINGSBURYLANDSCAPELLC]

Jason
I am talking to the dealer in Belmont
Alan
Those are the guys! They are GREAT to deal with. Let them know you know me. I do all my business with them.

Yes that is the place. Nice place dont forget to go down stairs, more stuff down there, I went a few weeks back to find a used W/B and I think KINGSBURY droped off those backpack blowers we got from JOEL there also.

I havent yet... but on the to do list. Going to Concord this week to get some misc parts before i drop them off there... and ya definetly more downstairs lol:laugh: :rolleyes:

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Hey Jason good movie? Back so early. lol

[KINGSBURYLANDSCAPELLC]

Hey Jason good movie? Back so early. lol

Wasnt to bad. Went to see " License to wed", pretty funny actually.

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Jason You getting wet today??? Thanks for the phone call back the other day.

[KINGSBURYLANDSCAPELLC]

Jason You getting wet today??? Thanks for the phone call back the other day.

Well look who made it onto lawnsite! I actually told Ken today that i needed to get hold of you. May be interested in the blade sharpener, i have no idea what it looks like since i have always used a grinder. And no haha i dont go out in the rain unless its a job i NEED to have done.