Ohio Lawn thread

[Sydenstricker Landscaping]

Well I know there is a thread anyone from Ohio here, but figured why not just start a Ohio Lawn thread, kinda like the Ohio snow thread on plowsite. Be good for general bull sh*ting and what not.

So are we all ready for spring here in Ohio or what??? I am sick of the snow and ready for some spring clean-ups!!!!!

[WALKER LANDSCAPE]

You bet me to it.:hammerhead: We through mulch today HELL yeah I am ready. Going to fire up the toys and blow out the cob webs tomorrow.
GREAT idea BTW.:clapping:
JOSH

[Clapper&Company]

I'm Ready as well..



Walker, I called you today.

[Sydenstricker Landscaping]

Hey Josh, you had the idea originally, I just beat you to it, lol:cool2: You were already out mulching??? I cant wait for that. Just gotta wait for more of this snow to melt:cry:

[WALKER LANDSCAPE]

I'm Ready as well..



Walker, I called you today.

You did? Was it long distance I let those go to voice mails usually.
Sorry whats your area code and try it again Im just hang out at the shop right now.:waving:
Tom thats ok we both had the idea so kudos to the both of us. I still have some snow piles at aome of my accounts melting away.
It will be there for you soon and you can get your hands dirty.
JOSH

[Clapper&Company]

It all go walker I just wanted to ask you about that.. I think i'm going to sign up. Its worth a shot. Yea it would be Long Dis. When you called me what number did u use?

[BUCKEYE MOWING]

I fired up everything today ....I have spring fever....Let's mow some grass... !!

[Sydenstricker Landscaping]

I fired up everything today ....I have spring fever....Let's mow some grass... !!

Me too brother!!!! I am so pumped!!! GIT R DONE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[elshauno]

I suppose it is about time to fire everything up! I'll hold off time tomorrow.

[stcroixjoe]

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[Clapper&Company]

Yea, I got to go over to the shop and put the stuff out, and go over every thing make sure it runs. Fun Fun.

Tom, you can come help :)

[WALKER LANDSCAPE]

Hello everyone it can go from 65 degrees to rain an miserable can't it.
We are heading out anyway it is supose to stop around noon.
Josh

[Sydenstricker Landscaping]

Dont feel too bad Josh, it did the same here too. Beautiful 65 here yesterday, now 40's and rain. Welcome to spring I guess:cry: Another wet one to chalk up to the list.

Ronnie, I cant make it down today. Gotta play Mr.Mom while the wife is at work. I can make it down monday.:)

[biggin69]

Hello fellow Buckeyes!!! Josh gave me the lead to this thread. I think it is a great idea! Does anyone know about how long it takes the state to respond when you send in applications for name registration & service vendor license?

[Sydenstricker Landscaping]

Hello fellow Buckeyes!!! Josh gave me the lead to this thread. I think it is a great idea! Does anyone know about how long it takes the state to respond when you send in applications for name registration & service vendor license?

Name registration should only take about a week. You can also go the the secretary of state's website and you can see your name reservation there and print it out. I am not sure as to the service vendor license, as I just did mine as well

[biggin69]

I checked the Sec of State website and could not find my name. I guess the have yet to file it. I wish they would hurry up!!!

[Sydenstricker Landscaping]

I checked the Sec of State website and could not find my name. I guess the have yet to file it. I wish they would hurry up!!!

They usually take their good ole time with it sometimes. Just check it again in a few days or a week. Come'on dont try to rush our great government services!!:laugh:

[ICS]

4-6 weeks................

[biggin69]

4 - 6 weeks??? It will be mowing season before then. Will it be saf:confused: e to start without the name registration & service vendors license applicatins complet?

[Sydenstricker Landscaping]

Should be. I just did mine and I aint gonna wait for the state to get off their ass for me to make money!!!! Just go out and git r done!!!

[WALKER LANDSCAPE]

Go kick some GRASS. Biggin. They will sory it out in due time. Glad to have you with the elite BTW.:clapping:
JOSH

[Clapper&Company]

Tom That will be find, I need a hand with a few things, I'm going to pull the Spreders, and need a hand pulling out the ZTR so I can work on it.

Walker, Did you say you guys were putting mulch down aready??? I think were going to start 3-19 if its not to wet

[Drew Gemma]

got everythng preped but the ztr and one truck other than that I am ready to do clean ups and mulch until mowing starts letters went out last wednesday so I should be busy on monday with the phone calls I hope.

[GVLandscaping]

Well I finally found it. This was the second time I had heard about an All Ohio Thread and this time I just kept looking for it. Now I found it.

Today was a great day. Got out and passed out some flyers today, not as many as I wanted to but oh well. Those suckers are hard to get stuck in door handles.

Should have had doorhangers friday, but UPS screwed it up and I didnt want to waste such a nice day. Probably going out tomorrow too, but I think I will hit the churches and grocery stores. Think that would be a good idea?

[Travis E]

Is it necessary to register your name if you use you last name? :confused: Such as Elwer Lawn Care, as I plan on using. When my parents went to get their taxes done the lady told them that as long as you use your last name then you don't have to register it. If it makes a difference...I just have 10 lawns this year.

[Sydenstricker Landscaping]

Good morning fellas!!!!:waving: Little bit colder than it was yesterday. Gonna be getting my trailer tomorrow hopefully. I think I am gonna do some flyering later today too. The snow, for the most part, is finally gone!!!!:)

Elwer, you should still register even if it is your last name. And yes you really need to. I had to register my company, and it is my last name. Its all part of the becoming legit

[WALKER LANDSCAPE]

Is it necessary to register your name if you use you last name? :confused: Such as Elwer Lawn Care, as I plan on using. When my parents went to get their taxes done the lady told them that as long as you use your last name then you don't have to register it. If it makes a difference...I just have 10 lawns this year.

Hey here is another example too, WALKER LANDSCAPE been that way for 7 years now. I am very legit (Except when there is payup :D ) very much insured. If its your first couple of years yeah play with it, but if you go career.
Then be as legit as possible were if something happens THEY come after your BIZ not your HOME:nono:
BLAH BLAH BLAH I feel better to get that out this afternoon got the the brain going LOL
JOSH

[WALKER LANDSCAPE]

Tom That will be find, I need a hand with a few things, I'm going to pull the Spreders, and need a hand pulling out the ZTR so I can work on it.

Walker, Did you say you guys were putting mulch down aready??? I think were going to start 3-19 if its not to wet

Hey how are you YES we layed some mulch for HOUSE FLIPPER guy down here.I do alot for him it usually works out to 5 installs a month. I still think its early for for landscape install ground is to wet. You will have a hard time machine edging and issues with mold too. I am ready thou.
First of the week MON we are putting in a large drip irrigation system and full lawn service (Detatching, aeration and overseeding.
COOL THREAD BTW SYDEN I think it will work out well.:clapping:
JOSH

[biggin69]

Got a few questions. First, what is involved with a spring clean-up. Second, how do you charge for mulching and how do you figure out how much mulch you need for a job?

I worked all day prepping my eqipment today. I am ready to go (I think).:hammerhead:

One more thing. While I was passing out flyers this morning, I made a trip by one of my customers and noticed that he had a few trees cut down and a few large branches cut off several other trees. Whom ever did this left the yard a mess with twigs and branches everywhere. My question is would it be ok to send him an estimate for a spring clean-up to remove the mess? (This is why I was wondering what is involved with a spring clean-up). Last year, all I could get out of this customer was just a basic weekly mowing service.
He has some areas that where at one time mulched and planted but he never did anything with them last year. How could I get him to let me do this for him?

Thanks,

[biggin69]

Another thing...What software do you guys use if any???

[Clapper&Company]

Walker, Thats cool. We got some stuff coming up, mostlikey start next week on some projects. Got alot of bids to get out this week, and need to get some equipment ready and service.

Tom, so your coming down tuesday?? Thats sweet, I hope you get some calls on the flyers we put out for you. :) I'll send you the bill for my labor...

[Sydenstricker Landscaping]

Walker, Thats cool. We got some stuff coming up, mostlikey start next week on some projects. Got alot of bids to get out this week, and need to get some equipment ready and service.

Tom, so your coming down tuesday?? Thats sweet, I hope you get some calls on the flyers we put out for you. :) I'll send you the bill for my labor...

Ronnie, here is what I can do for your labor bill.......:hammerhead: :laughing: :gunsfirin

[Clapper&Company]

Ok. lol... :):) Are you picking up your mower & Trailer today??

Going to go get the dump trailer today..

[Dollar Spot]

I've got a son that is currently going to OSU-ATI in Wooster and is trying to find an internship with a local company. We are located in Stark county between Akron and Canton. He can do his internship with me but I'm steering him towards getting some outside experience away from dad. If anyone is looking for someone you can PM me or answer here. Thanks!

[WALKER LANDSCAPE]

Got a few questions. First, what is involved with a spring clean-up. Second, how do you charge for mulching and how do you figure out how much mulch you need for a job?

I worked all day prepping my eqipment today. I am ready to go (I think).:hammerhead:

One more thing. While I was passing out flyers this morning, I made a trip by one of my customers and noticed that he had a few trees cut down and a few large branches cut off several other trees. Whom ever did this left the yard a mess with twigs and branches everywhere. My question is would it be ok to send him an estimate for a spring clean-up to remove the mess? (This is why I was wondering what is involved with a spring clean-up). Last year, all I could get out of this customer was just a basic weekly mowing service.
He has some areas that where at one time mulched and planted but he never did anything with them last year. How could I get him to let me do this for him?

Thanks,

BIGGIN
Your customer had a pro tree guy come in most of the time they charge extra to clean up. Go offer a clean up for them right away. Spring clean consist of clean out the beds extra leaves and weeding out the beds trimming any bushes or trees pruned.
Then you offer mulching, edging the beds ect.
MULCHING MATH 101
You figure out the feet by walking it off plus how deep your beds are (Come out away from house) Take that number multiply it by how deep the mulch will be ie(2 to 4 inches) and divide it by 27.:confused:
My software I use for everything is GROUNDSKEEPER PRO you can get a demo sent to you. I think they are one of our sponsors. Hope I helped out
JOSH :waving:

[Clapper&Company]

Walker, I have a program for mulch and every thing else, if you email me I’ll send it to you. Tom has it and likes it... Do you like Groundskeeper?? We use QB Pro. I got my first lead from SM... I joined after I talked to you, and got one to day.

Tom, did you get your trailer and mower today??? I called your house and Mrs. Grumpy said you went to Wally World, that’s the ruining of this, national you know...

How do you put the Weather On your post???

[WALKER LANDSCAPE]

CC
Hey i would like to check that out. I will E mail you.
WEATHER
Tom showed me I think:confused: you go to weather underground .com
put your zip in then choose what kind of window you want it dispalyed in.
Go to your user cp and edit your sig add it to the line under the url line.
i cant remember what the line is called try that and we will see what happens.
CC need Email please. PM it to me.
JOSH

[Drew Gemma]

dollar spot what is your sons major at ati
It is a great school

[Clapper&Company]

Walker, Email Sent.... I'll try the weather thing.

Drew, what all areas do you service?

[Drew Gemma]

we talked before I think I live outside of Wilmot and go to Canal fulton, N. Canton, Canton, Jackson, Massillon, Perry,Richville, Navarre, Brewster, Mt. eaton, Winesburg, Pretty much the whole Western half of Stark County

We do mowing, all softscape, prunning, mulching, planting, limited hardscape, leaves, aerations, seeding, clean ups.

always looking for more work shoot me a pm.

[Dollar Spot]

Drew, he has been studying landscape construction but his real love is arborculture. He's been climbing with me since he was thirteen. He wants to graduate after fall quarter but he has to get an internship over spring quarter to do that. ATI is a really good school.

[Clapper&Company]

Walker, Email Sent Let me know what you think...

[Sydenstricker Landscaping]

I GOT A TRAILER!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!:D
I feel special!!!! I am gonna get the mower tomorrow, they gotta prep it and my blower, but didnt have time today. Tomorrow morning, gotta weigh the trailer, then get the plate, paint it up real nice gloss black, and then pick up my Scag!!! Woohoo that makes my day

[Easy]

Congrats!!! A trailer is nice to have, your neighbors will love you.....
Are you going to Best Equip. on the 21st. for their open house??
Don

[Sydenstricker Landscaping]

Congrats!!! A trailer is nice to have, your neighbors will love you.....
Are you going to Best Equip. on the 21st. for their open house??
Don

Thanks alot Don!!!! I am just waiting for everyone to start saying can you do this, this and this for me??? It is annoying. Especially when friends see you have a truck and trailer they think you are a moving company.

And yes I will be there bright and early. Here is the address again: Bets Truck Equipment 38399 Pelton Rd. Willoughby, Ohio 44094 Open House is from 9am to 4 pm Wednesday March 21. See you there!!!

[Easy]

Looking forward to meeting you. What kind/size of trailer did you end up with??
Don

[WALKER LANDSCAPE]

Syden
Good to hear sir. Can you move this stove for me.:hammerhead: :rolleyes: Tom CC needs help with the weather underground thing.
CC
I did not get it yet :dizzy: :cry:
walkerslawnmowingservice@yahoo.com
JOSH

[Easy]

Syden
I am thinking of getting one of these, what do you think?
http://www.hhlce.com/Shop/TrimmerTrap/TrimmerTrap_Blade_Blocker_&_Mulching_Parts.htm

(hope that works).
Don

[WALKER LANDSCAPE]

Eaay
I am wanting one of those too. How much? I think they work well from what I have heard
JOSH

[Easy]

I have not priced them, but I think they would be beneficial when cutting around beds, walkways, and patios. (cut down on the blowing/weeding time)
Don

[biggin69]

Walker, Email Sent Let me know what you think...


Could I get a copy CC?

[WALKER LANDSCAPE]

BIGGIN
Did you read my answer yet? To your question that is. It really does work you just have to do the math is all.:hammerhead:

[Clapper&Company]

Walker, Did you get it yet??? I sent it to you????

Biggin, yea I'll shoot you one to, just let me know what ur email is.

Tommy Boy, I'm happy you got a trailer, by the way I need a hand hauling some, just J/K for now any ways LOL

Yiu didnt tell me about any open house? :( Yea, and I need help with the weather thingy. So your picking up the mower tomrrow, and taking poopy pants to the DR. Are you still planing on coming down??? We could hit your trailer with me sandblaster if you wanted. :) Its new and I only used it once to do the the flatbed. :):)

[ICS]

anyone feel the earthquake (3.6) tonight

[Sydenstricker Landscaping]

Looking forward to meeting you. What kind/size of trailer did you end up with??
Don

Don, I got a 6x12 trailer. Its all I need for now. Just need to pick up some trimmer holders, backpack rack, and one of those basket things to put gas cans, etc in. As for thos mulch plates, they would be nice when trying to get close to edges, beds, etc. Definatly looking forward to meeting you as well.

Ronnie, I dont need to sandblast my trailer. Just need to give it a nice paint, its green right now>>>YUCK!!!:rolleyes: I will see what time I can shoot down there.

Josh, my company name is not Sydenstricker Moving Company!!!!LOL:laugh: I see you have been enjoying some nice weather down your way. Lucky SOB!!!:laugh:

ICS, no I didnt feel that earthquake. Never feel them when they happen

[Clapper&Company]

yea, josh its Lowballer moving company

[GVLandscaping]

Hey guys.

I got my first bid set up for tomorrow. Kinda excited, kinda nervous. I have a feeling what I would like to charge but I also have a feeling that when they hear it they are going to flip:confused: . Any advice on how I should go about it. Also its for a church it that matters at all.

Secondly Oh man tomorrow its going to be 70s I am going to hit it hard tomorrow with door hangers. Think it will work with this weekend going to the mid 40's?

[Clapper&Company]

GV, What type of church is it??

[GVLandscaping]

It's a catholic church.

[Easy]

Syden
Mine is only a 16 footer, wish I had gotten a 20 footer, so I could haul more at one time. They fill up way too fast. I am looking for trimmer racks also, the best deal I have seen is at TSC (tractor supply) at $60 give or take $10. The really good ones are $100 plus!! Let me know where you get the basket thing, they are rather costly also $200-300 for a full width one. You can find them on ebay, but the shipping would kill you, also installing would be hard.
Good luck with the trailer.
Don

[Sydenstricker Landscaping]

Don, I would have liked to have gotten a larger trailer, but the money part just wasnt there. Gotta do the best I can with what I got for now. I was thinking about those from TSC. I looked online at them and they seem ok. But I cant complain for 60 bucks!! As for the basket thing, I might be having my buddy build me one in his welding shop. I dont know yet.
Thanks
Tom

[Easy]

I know about the money thing, I paid through the nose when I got mine. Also, if you get a basket made, let me know how much your buddy would charge to make another one for me, I need one also, and the $200-$300 plus installation is just too much.
Don

[Clapper&Company]

Tom, Easy, I had around 400 in my basket, from Rack-em. They are a must have. The only problem with the TSC weedeater racks is can you lock them?? I like to be able to lock every thing up..

Tom, I wouldn't put the basket on your trailer, I have a basket on the 6x12 i WAS GOING TO sell you, but I would never put on on that again, it gives them to much toung wight.

Walker, look I got my weather thingy :) :) :) :) :drinkup:

[Easy]

Ron
I am not sure if they are set up to lock, but as it is now, my equipment lays in the bed of my pick up, or on the bed of my trailer, so it wouldn't be any easier to walk off with my stuff. I am sure there would be a way to lock it if you got creative.

Don

[Clapper&Company]

Easy, your have a point. Just thought i would bring that point up.

[Clapper&Company]

Have many of you guys started working yet? I have alot of bids toget out, but not much lined up yet.


Free Bump........................

[biggin69]

Walker, yes I think I got it.

CC, my email is dndvdsn@cinci.rr.com, Thanks!

[Clapper&Company]

Big, Its Sent let me know what u think

[biggin69]

CC, Thanks! I like it. It is pretty simple to figure now that I see it on paper.

[biggin69]

One of my co-workers (at my full time job) is looking for someone to give him a consultation on installing a garden pond. Do any of you guys offer this in my area? If so, PM me & I can get you in touch with him.

[Drew Gemma]

we got calls from our customers after our letter went out And they all said to wait till end of month first of april for clean ups which bothers me oh well they will pay more once we get busy.

[jpp]

Hey guys, Young Pup from plowsite here. What a wonderful day today. Nice, warm and sunny. I even think I got a sunburn on my face. lol Got the mowers, backpacks, and rolling blower fired up today. Need to work on the handheld and try to start the trimmers. Had the trimmers out of sight so I forgot about them All blades are sharp. Still need to do oil changes and general maintenance on them though.

Even went ahead and cleanup up the yard. I have 6 spring cleanups lined up as of right now. Going to do those at the end of the month unless the phone starts ringing for them then I will start asap. Maybe snow flurries on the weekend here.

JP

[Drew Gemma]

i hope it doesn't snow if it would stay warm we could actually start mowing week one in April usually it is the second week when mowing starts.

[jpp]

i hope it doesn't snow if it would stay warm we could actually start mowing week one in April usually it is the second week when mowing starts.


On my letters that I sent out I had April 2nd as the start date. It all depends on how fast everything turns. I believe last year we did about half of the yards the first week of April and the second week was full bore on everything.

JP

[Sydenstricker Landscaping]

Whats up everybody??? Got my trailer and all my goodies today!!!! Painted the trailer up real nice black, picked up my new Scag belt wb with that new fenangled Velocity deck. And got an Echo PB 620 backpack. I am happier than Rosie O'Donnel at the Ricky Martin concert!!!:laugh: So of course with me getting new toys, I had to use them. Went to my dad's house and cleaned his yard up. The mower sucked the leaves up with no problem at all. I gotta get some pics soon of the truck and trailer!! Felt so nice to be able to wear a t-shirt and shorts outside today. I dont even want to think about the snow they are talking about this weekend:cry: As far as me starting to go out and get spring clean-ups going, end of March begining of April???:confused: We shall see!!

[WALKER LANDSCAPE]

Hey felas just goy in, What a day dethatched some props and edge the beds an those for mulch. Aeration tomorrow. Layed 900' of Drip irrigation system for a customer CHA CING.
Syden
Weather is nice YES it is.
CC
Still did not get it maybe the wife is deleting in my spam or something Try one more time and Call me when you do if its before nine.
EVERYONE
Look for some designs for Weed Eater Racks Here you go Lock able and Cheap Payed $35.00 a set. Have one more set left.
LET THE MULCH FLY BOYS.:cool2:
JOSH

[Clapper&Company]

Tom, Good to hear you got your stuff.

Walker, glad your getting some work done, we got some stuff lined up, but nothing we can do this week. Weather permiting i'm hope we can start next week.

Younpup, how are you my friend, long time no see, lol.

[GVLandscaping]

Hey guys.

I put out some doorhangers today, think its too early with the weekend coming up? I only put out 100 or so to highend customers.

I made that bid today. I felt very confident with my bid and I feel that they might accept it too. Which then would be my first customer. Excited!

Anybody know where I can look into getting a 12" trailer? Smith trailers and equipment. Anybody ever dealt with them? What price do you think I can figure on paying. I went to a dealer few weeks ago and he said about $1200 I believe.

[Clapper&Company]

Glad to hear you, you feel good about it. Hope you get the account.

[bpk]

yeh ready to get it on
glad to see the ohioans coming out

i have a question for you all, i have been reading about gas prices being at $3.00 in mid summer, kinda like last summer. are you guys raising prices now or waiting?

thanks for the help
brian

[Drew Gemma]

waiting with aprils bill we will tell then that starting in May your new price will be such and such. 2.50 right now so in the summer we will be well over 3.00 i am sure.

[bpk]

biggin69
i use quick books pro for invoicing and accounting.
clean up, clean up sticks, leaves debris is the basic clean up you can cut back perennials & grass plants, rake baeds. i walk the property and think about how long it is going to take to get er done

mulching, are you edging? weeding? any removal or bed shaping? i usually go between$80-&110 per yard of colored mulch or bark mulch. i will walk the property and count off how much mulch i'll be using. i am sure some people will measure each bed and come up with the sq ' and do the calculatin depending on the depth of mulch they are using.

hope it helps

[donny44131]

I found this thread so I thought I'd jump into the conversation. Anyone know of a good trailer dealer in Cleveland suburbia area? Or a good equipment dealer for that matter. I want to hear who's delt with who

[Clapper&Company]

Were glad to see more buckeyes, on the site.

Were pricing to kinda help with gas cost, but if you rise your prices to much your price your self out of the work, were add a surecharge if needed when the price goes up.

[jpp]

Tom, Good to hear you got your stuff.

Walker, glad your getting some work done, we got some stuff lined up, but nothing we can do this week. Weather permiting i'm hope we can start next week.

Younpup, how are you my friend, long time no see, lol.

Hey Ron,

HOw are things going up there? Same ole same ole here in Columbus. Just getting ready to start up for the green season. Actually need to put some numbers on a bid to get out to a potential client today. Have a good year up there and to everyone else as well.

JP

[Team-Green L&L]

Hey guys.

I put out some doorhangers today, think its too early with the weekend coming up? I only put out 100 or so to highend customers.

I made that bid today. I felt very confident with my bid and I feel that they might accept it too. Which then would be my first customer. Excited!

Anybody know where I can look into getting a 12" trailer? Smith trailers and equipment. Anybody ever dealt with them? What price do you think I can figure on paying. I went to a dealer few weeks ago and he said about $1200 I believe.

Smith Trailers is the ONLY way to go in Cincy. The costs have a lot to do with the axle and weight capacity and little to do with the size. Looking at $2000 for a single axle and $4000 for a dual-axle. Dandy dumps are the SH*T, but will run $7000 for a 12,000 lb capacity.

[Easy]

I know snow season is over, but I am cleaning out my barn and wondered if anyone was interested in a Highlighter magnetic 2 rotating beacon light bar, or a single magnetic strobe. Both work great and are in good condition.

[ncls]

Hi everyone. NorthCoast LawnScapes here. Just east of Cleveland. We will be attending the Best Buy open house. My name is Steve, I will be there most of the day. Looking forward to meeting you guys.

I'm a new-comer to this site. Was searching for a forum to complain about a maintenance company, and came across this site.

Everything is gassed and ready to go. Hope to do the commercial mulching jobs the last week of March. payup

[WALKER LANDSCAPE]

Hey guys day cut short %^&$ing RAIN. Hey BIGGIN a have a demo copy of Groundskeeper 6.0 if you want it.
TEAM
Glad to have you on here you guys hard at it yet?
I hope this forcast coming up is a look into the SPRING for us. I hate through mulch in the ran does nothing but create more work and a big freakin mess.
Glad to have all you new guys on the OHIO thread:waving: We all pretty down to EARTH here. We will tell ya straight up. Sometimes in a nice way sometimes:nono: :hammerhead:
JOSH

[Clapper&Company]

Is any one else's getting phone calls?? We've been getting calls off the wall, I have about 30 bids to get out and phones still ringing, never have I had calls llike this this soon..

Tommy Boy, where are you?? I thinkn you droped off the face of the earth.

Walker, PM me you number again, and I'll send that to you again...

Big, How do u like the program??

[Sydenstricker Landscaping]

Whats up boys?? No calls as of yet, unfortunatly. Waiting for our tornado now!!!!! One just touched down in the Elyria area west of Cleveland!!!!! Holy crap this is gonna be scary tonite!!!!! I have been through 4 in my life at my mom's house in Kentucky. Those things are so friggin scary. I hope it doesnt happen. We got a tornado warning for now. Severe t-storms rolling through, hail, etc. This sucks!!!!

[Team-Green L&L]

Calls are trickling in, but nothing significant yet. I have a feeling that will end by next week though. We've been out doing H&G Show estimates all week.

[biggin69]

I got my first spring clean-up job today!!! I took Walkers advice and talked to my customer about how the tree comp. did him wrongby not cleaning up and he agreed to a spring clean-up. He also stated that the tree comp. left all of the trees and big limbs in his back yard after the cut them up and wants me to quote hauling it all off for him. It is about friggin' time!!!

[WALKER LANDSCAPE]

Biggin
Good for you buddy make sure you make some money for your drive time, dump fees, and think it all out the best productive way. You might even think of working a chipper into the bid also with the cost of the rent and drive time back and forth to the rental place. Plus your fuel for all of that too Did you get my post about the software it is just sitting here.
We are getting call from word of mouth, yellow pages, Service Magic and quarterly letters we send out to our customers.
JOSH

[Drew Gemma]

got an estate estimate to do on the following in stages

blow out beds 8 man hours
prune 19 over growen nightmares
then later in season
775 liner feet bed edging
28 yds mulch
plant stake set 9 trees

then in july
35ft long walk

then monthly maint. program on beds and plants

8 man hrs /disposal 330
edging 600
hacking or pruning 5hr 175
mulching 1800

rough pricing gonna give on a few would like the big job 2 min. from home shop at least 50% profit

[biggin69]

Biggin
Good for you buddy make sure you make some money for your drive time, dump fees, and think it all out the best productive way. You might even think of working a chipper into the bid also with the cost of the rent and drive time back and forth to the rental place. Plus your fuel for all of that too Did you get my post about the software it is just sitting here.
We are getting call from word of mouth, yellow pages, Service Magic and quarterly letters we send out to our customers.
JOSH
Software??? What are you talking about?

[Easy]

Spring and summer were nice while they lasted. I woke up this morning to white ground and snow so hard you couldn't see 10 feet. Did I miss spring and summer, or were they just 2 days long??? Maybe if I blink it will get warm again. Great Cleveland Ohio area weather.
Don

[Sydenstricker Landscaping]

I thought I slept all of spring, summer and fall!!!:laugh: I had to ask my wife what day it was. Then I realized that we live in wonderful NE Ohio. Only here in 4 days can you get summer temps, snow, a tornado, an earthquake, and flooding:dizzy: Just another set back to spring:realmad:

[Dollar Spot]

There have been lots of accidents in our area from the ice. It seems like it caught the road crews off guard.

[BUCKEYE MOWING]

You gotta love Ohio weather ..This is nuts ....go to bed and its spring ...wake up and winters back ...plow ??? mow ? ..cleanups ?? ahh who cares ..it's a day on the computer

[Dollar Spot]

The crocus are up but not blooming yet, It won't be long until the weather breaks for good. You're right Buckeye, it's a good day to be on the computer.

[WALKER LANDSCAPE]

Hey fellas your right paper work and chat with the OHIO guys today. Should clear up later and run out and do some bids.
EASY AND TOMYou guys did sleep through spring and summer what do you want for christmas LOL:hammerhead: Tom you have had a rough one up there this week stay low.:dizzy:
BIGGIN
I have a demo of GROUNDSKEEPER PRO if you want it.:clapping:
JOSH

[bpk]

crazy, 6:30 it changed to snow from sleet, by 7:30 ground is covered. And just yesterday a customers is begging me to get her clean up done. she needs to look around and be like the weather chill.

[Sydenstricker Landscaping]

Hey fellas your right paper work and chat with the OHIO guys today. Should clear up later and run out and do some bids.
EASY AND TOMYou guys did sleep through spring and summer what do you want for christmas LOL:hammerhead: Tom you have had a rough one up there this week stay low.:dizzy:
BIGGIN
I have a demo of GROUNDSKEEPER PRO if you want it.:clapping:
JOSH

Well just about as fast as it snowed, it melted away already:dizzy: Josh, I want a brand new Walker MTGHS 31 hp Kohler with the High dump!!!!:p :D And a dump insert for my truck, and lots of other things. And a house with a garage. Do you want my kids' christmas list too??LOL:laugh: Hopefully be able to go out and do something here soon. A good day to sit home and chat with you Ohio guys and be bored for the most part

[WALKER LANDSCAPE]

Tom
Thats exactly what I got you last year!!
Yes the weather sucks going to go out and do some things for my house flipper. They are having some open houses this weekend.
JeepCreep is still Florida I guess Lucky SOB.
JOSH

[Sydenstricker Landscaping]

Josh, you got me that last year?? Musta sent it to the wrong address!!!J/K:laugh: If you cant get me that for christmas, a 24 pack of Budlight always works too!!!:waving: They are having a couple open houses here and there, but the best one is on the 21st. Lots of people going and even a few here from LS and PS!!! So its gonna be fun. JeepCreep is def. one lucky SOB!!!! He is gonna be all tan before summer even gets here!!! He should have some good stories I bet

[WALKER LANDSCAPE]

We all need to go to the Columbus Expo equipment show onw year. I think we allready missed it. I will check into it. The wife and I went to the louisville show it was a good one. They had demo drives outside with all kinds of toys.
I try to stay tan year around my wife owns a tanning salon.
Josh

[Sydenstricker Landscaping]

I think we did miss it, but you never know. I have never went to one of those trade shows before, so I definatly want to go!!!! Let me know if we missed it or not

[Jim-n-i]

*trucewhiteflag*
Go away snow .I just got back from Atlanta GA. last night
them people made me jellous the trees are blooming and they are cutting grass and mulching i get back and wake up this morning and theirs snow on the ground go away snow go away. *trucewhiteflag*

[Jim-n-i]

:drinkup:
Anybody from the Akron Canton area

[WALKER LANDSCAPE]

Tom
Yes we did miss it :hammerhead: That one is in January we will have to all go. I can usually get free tickets. I can only get a certain amount felas so it depends who is on th naughty list:nono: .The next big show is in Louisville that one is going to be even bigger and badder than last years, You have to make the trip for that one. We got a hotel stayed two days bring the wife so on.
Josh

[Dollar Spot]

We tried to go to the OTF show but the car broke down and we didn't make it. Do they still have the CENT show in Columbus? It's been a long time since I've been to that show. I saw somewhere that they were moving the Louisville show up to Columbus next year or the following year.

Jim, I'm from the Akron/Canton area.:)

[WALKER LANDSCAPE]

SPOT
That one is in January. The louisville show is outstanding. Best show I have gone to.
JOSH

[Dollar Spot]

I was down to Louisville years ago when they had it at the ballpark (I don't know if it's still there or not), I was visiting family. We went to a triple A game and I had to walk by all the equipment and it just about killed me. I was hoping to go next fall to the show.

[Clapper&Company]

Jim, I from the Alliance area.

Tom, did you do any thing today besides putting the plow on??

We went out and salted most of our accounts. Canton, there we a few lots that people we pushing.

[GVLandscaping]

Since this is my first year..

Is not advertising this weekend a good idea? Should I wait till next week when I see the forecast is going to be in the mid 60's all next week? Just trying to hit them at the right time you know.

[WALKER LANDSCAPE]

CC
Thats great you guys are playing in the snow and we are turning mulch beds.
Yes it was still nasty out, but two different worlds.
JOSH

[WALKER LANDSCAPE]

Since this is my first year..

Is not advertising this weekend a good idea? Should I wait till next week when I see the forecast is going to be in the mid 60's all next week? Just trying to hit them at the right time you know.

Hit them now You cant be a fair weather advertiser you will end up being late off the starting line.:hammerhead:
Plus your weather sticker is screwed up too.
JOSH

[GVLandscaping]

Thanks for that. Kinda exactly what I was thinking just needed to hear it from someone else.

[WALKER LANDSCAPE]

How are you doing it? Door hangers, post-it note, Neon?

[GVLandscaping]

No clue what neon is:confused:

I have 2500 doorhangers and 500-600 flyers.

[WALKER LANDSCAPE]

Just missing with you. I will PM you with another idea works good too.
First tell me where in Cincinnati are you?
JOSH

[GVLandscaping]

Walker check pm.

[WALKER LANDSCAPE]

GV
Sent you some reading
JOSH

[WALKER LANDSCAPE]

GV
So what do you think of that idea. it does work. You just have to be aggresive plus do the advertising you are doing.

[JeepCreepn01]

Whats up Ohio peope, just got back from FL 85 all week down there and i come back to 40:nono: oh well hopefully cold is almost over

[Drew Gemma]

just go hit what you want with advertising if you don't want those types of homes don't go after them.

So far the best earliest line up I have ever had thanks to sending out forms to customer early March to sign up for work through the season.

Spring Clean ups about 10 so far on the list with a few done
Landscape work 20 jobs approx
Currently have 70 +or - weekly mows with a few double cuts
We have various estimates out on hardscape, landsape, mowing

I have tried door hangers last year put 1,000 out got 2 calls 1 job
phone book mailers too much money and no luck either
TV comercial on local cable just get lost with 1,000 other landscapers on their
local papers never worked for us either just price shoppers and late payers
We have growen mostly on referals and keeping our rig lookin good and lettered.

Our goal for now is to max out our mowing crew looking for 40 more high end lawns

then we will start a landscpe hardscape crew full time would like to dabble in decorative masonary small excavation projects

[biggin69]

GV
So what do you think of that idea. it does work. You just have to be aggresive plus do the advertising you are doing.

Josh, Can I see???

[biggin69]

What is double cutting?

[biggin69]

Josh, is the copy of groundskeeper pro the same as the free downloadable demo?

[WALKER LANDSCAPE]

BIGGIN
Yes you can see i will send it to you. I thought I sent it to you allready.
Yes it is the demo I have Groundskeeper 5.2 just upgraded on line to 6.0.:weightlifter: I will PM you.
JOSH

[biggin69]

Thanks Josh!

[WALKER LANDSCAPE]

BIGGIN CHECK YOUR pms

[WALKER LANDSCAPE]

A pop quiz for the NEW guys. You have to a gravel slab or landing for the trailer. You have at your disposal a Dingo mini skid Rock will be delivered.
The area is 30' X 20" Plus 6'X 10' in front of the shed. I allready have a price.
I figure I could make you guys callenge yourselves if you ever have a situation were you have to do something like this. Keep in mind you will have to dig this out to. What kind of question do you need to ask yourself?
You more seasoned guys hold off on this. Get to it class.:hammerhead:
JOSH

[Sydenstricker Landscaping]

Josh, I would have to ask, how stuck is that trailer first and foremost!!!:) And could you send me some reading material on that advertising you sent to GV?? This will be my first year as well and want to make some money!!!

Ronnie, I didnt plow. As fast as I got the plow all hooked and ready to run, it stopped and began melting. I said f*** this and took it back off again.:dizzy: That is how it always works I guess. Did you plow any at all?? Gimme a shout later, I will be home.

[WALKER LANDSCAPE]

It not stuck that is were the customer parks it. They want a gravel pad to park it on. I allready have the job I am just trying to help you guys in situations for the future. I am telling those guys about a service Clapper signed up for it. It is investment

[Sydenstricker Landscaping]

I may have to look into it. I have all of the info for it, just kinda leery about it I guess. But it is worth a shot!!!

[WALKER LANDSCAPE]

Research it fully before you decide I have been doing this for going on 7 years now. I started that around 3 years ago and it works for me.
JOSH

[Clapper&Company]

Tom, No we just shaked salt.

Walker, you talking about me ??? All good I hope.

[Sydenstricker Landscaping]

Josh, I will do some good research on it. If I do have any questions at all, I will for sure call you!!! Thanks for the help.:waving:

Ronnie, we are all talking good about you so far:rolleyes: LOL!! I still think it would be funny if you would run from your dad's dog:laugh: I think you would need to wear some kind of padding though. Maybe wear one of those fat man suits:)

[biggin69]

Josh, Frist Iwould ask myself why in the hell would this customer want a 30 foot X 20 inch gravel parking area? HAHAHA! Really you need to figure out time& cost of material. Is the material being hauled in? If so, can the truck get close to the shed or will they have to dump out front and you move it all back to the site? Do you have a place to dump the spoils (dirt you take out)? Will you be doing solo or have help that will need to be paid.......Ouch my brain is hurting now!

[Clapper&Company]

Tom, a fat man in a fat suit??? How well dose that work???

Josh, I think big is forgetting that as wet as it is theres no getting a dump back in there to dump stone. As small as it is if it was mine, I wold put down some grid.

[WALKER LANDSCAPE]

BIGGIN
Keep raking your brain:hammerhead: thats the idea make you think so that you make a profit in the end Keep asking the question and I will elaberate more . I gotta head out now I will catch you guys tomorrow C YA:waving:
JOSH

[WALKER LANDSCAPE]

CC
Let the newer guys try to figure it out. Dont give them any hints yet.:nono:
Gotta go.:waving:
JOSH

[Clapper&Company]

Josh, Sorry:cry:

[biggin69]

CC, I did not forget about that. If you read my post, you will see that I ask myself "If the material is being hauled in, can truck get to the shed or will it have to dump out front....?"

[Clapper&Company]

Big, ok, my bad. Are you still on line, did you get my PM???

[ICS]

Good Job with keeping the thread going

[GVLandscaping]

A pop quiz for the NEW guys. You have to a gravel slab or landing for the trailer. You have at your disposal a Dingo mini skid Rock will be delivered.
The area is 30' X 20" Plus 6'X 10' in front of the shed. I allready have a price.
I figure I could make you guys callenge yourselves if you ever have a situation were you have to do something like this. Keep in mind you will have to dig this out to. What kind of question do you need to ask yourself?
You more seasoned guys hold off on this. Get to it class.:hammerhead:
JOSH
Ok I think I will try this...

Do I own the dingo? Or rent?
-Rent = renter fee + man hour + delivery
-Own= Delivery + Man hour + Show up + Equipment Use Fee
Where is the digout going to go? Dump? Onsite?
-If dump add for removal plus dump fee
-Onsite
How much is the gravel going to cost and how many tons do I need?

Since already stated ground being wet your going to have to use dingo to transfer the gravel from front to back.

Might have missed something there but onto the job.

Job
-Landing
Measure and stake corners; and connect the rectangle with line
Dig out the 30'X20' 5inches deep with dingo and remove all debris and roots.
Lay 2inches of crushed limestone and plate compact to reduce sinking
Lay 3inches of gravel; then use a plate compactor to compact and check level of slab

Ill stop there for now to check my progress

[Clapper&Company]

Just look at the NOAA report for today, 1-3 today and 1-2 tonight, I might have to put the plow back on today. I'm going to wait till it starts sticking to the ground. WTF is the weather people thinking, O-well welcome to OHIO

[Dollar Spot]

At least it won't stick around for long.

[Sydenstricker Landscaping]

It is sticking here now!!!!! Snowing pretty good too. I hate snow now since I am all prepped for spring, but I still make the money!!payup Now just gotta sit tight and wait for 2" to roll out!!!!:weightlifter:

[WALKER LANDSCAPE]

Ok I think I will try this...

Do I own the dingo? Or rent?
-Rent = renter fee + man hour + delivery
-Own= Delivery + Man hour + Show up + Equipment Use Fee
Where is the digout going to go? Dump? Onsite?
-If dump add for removal plus dump fee
-Onsite
How much is the gravel going to cost and how many tons do I need?

Since already stated ground being wet your going to have to use dingo to transfer the gravel from front to back.

Might have missed something there but onto the job.

Job
-Landing
Measure and stake corners; and connect the rectangle with line
Dig out the 30'X20' 5inches deep with dingo and remove all debris and roots.
Lay 2inches of crushed limestone and plate compact to reduce sinking
Lay 3inches of gravel; then use a plate compactor to compact and check level of slab

Ill stop there for now to check my progress

GV
Ok you are going to rent ALL equipment. You will have to transfer material.
Doing some fill in yard with some of the debris.
The rest will go into the woods.
Your cost are wholesale on everything:
Gravel $8.00 a ton
Delivery fees are $40.00 a load
HOW MUCH ARE YOU GOING TO NEED?
Dont state what you guys are going to charge yet just try and figure out your formulas to price and make a profit. We compare pricing at the end of everyone inputs.
JOSH

[Clapper&Company]

we have 1/4" on the ground and still coming. I'm going to go shake salt and sell what happens.

Order a catcher for our ZTM Stiner, will pick it up at the Best Truck open house. salt Truck batt is dead, so got to let it charge some befor I roll.

Fun Fun

[bpk]

yo bpk here, i'm from akron

what do you need:weightlifter: :cool2:

[Jim-n-i]

yo bpk
Im new to the web site were outta Hartville, just looking to see if anybody was close. you all ready to get started? cant wait to get dirty

[Sydenstricker Landscaping]

Ready to get dirty?? No, I am ready to plow again:dizzy: Go ahead blame it on me since I got my mower, backpack and trailer on tuesday. It figures, get my mowing equipment, then blamo!!!! Snow!!!!!!:hammerhead: Just my luck I guess:rolleyes:

[bpk]

jim - n-ni
somewhat ready, i have been dealing w/ a seperation of old biz and starting up new biz, old partner is dragging ass so it is taking longer than i'd hoped. can't wait to be on my own!!!!!

only time i go over to hartville is qual hollow for mountain biking
let me know if i can help
bpk

[Clapper&Company]

Jim I'm from Alliance.

Walker recived a SM lead today, think i sold the job, i'm loveing it :)

[WALKER LANDSCAPE]

CC
Cool I have been out in this lovely weather today working for my House flipper customer. Keep up the good work.:clapping: Have some paper work and billing to do I will jump back on here in awhile.
JOSH:waving:

[f250man]

Well Ohio boys I just joined so I can shoot the **** with you this summer here instead of plow site since most of you will be here not there. Well good luck boy getting ready for spring and summer.

[Sydenstricker Landscaping]

Hey Steve, good to see you here!!!!:waving: Welcome aboard!! Now I think we got the whole plowsite Ohio gang here now too!!!

[WALKER LANDSCAPE]

Hey Steve O how you been yes we are all hear corrupting this site now.
We will probably blow our PS posts out of the water because we have more spring and summer months than the winter months.
JOSH

[WALKER LANDSCAPE]

Well got sme of my routes done this Groundskeeper 6.0 is pretty cool.
We have 14 yards of the black stinky stuff to through in the morning so I gotta hit the sack.:sleeping:
Talk to you guys tomorrow
JOSH:waving:

[Sydenstricker Landscaping]

Mulch!!!!!!!!!! Lucky bastard!!! I am gonna be plowing snow in the morning while you are throwin the mulch!!!! I will trade you!!

I have a long way to catch up and blow away my Plowsite posts, I think I have almost 700 there!! I guess I had best hit the sack too, since I gotta get up at 3am to plow:sleeping: Uggghhhhhh I hate snow:cry:

[biggin69]

Hey Walker, CC said you wanted to ask me or tell me something??? Also, what is a fair price for magnetic truck signs?

[GVLandscaping]

Clapper keep me posted on how that SM lead goes. I was thinking about doing that also but man; well anyway just let me know if it lands.

[Sydenstricker Landscaping]

Well, I am off to plow some snow!!!!! About 2-3 down so far and still pouring it down!!!!! payup

[Clapper&Company]

GV will do, I have recived 2 leads from SM, both sound good, I'll let you know if we sign any of them. The one Firday was a great lead, the home owner knew her SQ Ft. So i was able to her a price on the phone.

Tom, Did u push much at all???

Jim, where you at you havnt been posting much!!!!!

Walker, that house flipper is a good deal for you then??

[Clapper&Company]

Walker Do you use any one else other then SM? Hows groundskeeper work for you?? I've been told that none of them programs are verry good inless you have alot of accounts, like 500 or more..

Well i'm going to get ready to go to a sale, see if we can pick up a dump truck and any thing else we cant live without

[Jim-n-i]

Sorry fellas been on estiments all day yesterday, got my son today busy busyI popped on for a couple hours now getting off the wife and son are wanting time together. pryority man pryority
catch you all tomarrow morning peace to all and to all a good life

[jpp]

Hello guys. Just checking in. Getting ready to go watch the Buckeyes and partake in the St. Patty Days festivities. Have a safe one and check in on Sunday.

JP

[Clapper&Company]

Just got back from the sale, I couldn't find any thing that I couldn't live without.

Turning out not to be to bad of a day.

Going to go out for St. Pattys Day later.

[donny44131]

hey everyone, when I woke up this morning I nearly cried at the amout of snow we got last night. My partner and I were going around to different dealers and checking prices for some new equipment. We WERE going to pass out flyers today too, but the snow kind of prohibited that.

grrrrrr

[Easy]

Anyone know if there is a rental in N.E. Ohio ( prefer Lake/Geauga county) that rents a bed edger? I want to install some beds for a client, and have seen commercial bed edgers that do a terrific job, they just cost $3-4K. Right now I would rather rent.
Don

[biggin69]

Did my first spring clean-up today. As I was doing it, the neighbor come out and ask what I doing. I told her and she wants an estimate for a spring clean-up and she wants to sign an agreement for mowing this year. WOOOHOOOO!!!

[GVLandscaping]

Congrats big! I hope that it works the same way for me when I do this mulch job.

[Sydenstricker Landscaping]

Anyone know if there is a rental in N.E. Ohio ( prefer Lake/Geauga county) that rents a bed edger? I want to install some beds for a client, and have seen commercial bed edgers that do a terrific job, they just cost $3-4K. Right now I would rather rent.
Don

Maybe try handy rents or nation-national rents. They have all kinds of stuff and are here in Lake co.

[Clapper&Company]

A lady call me yestrday with all the snow on the ground, se seen one of our adds, and wants a price on full service, she has omost 3ac. Thats going to be a nice fert bill.

Bed edger I dont know any one that rents them. Tom if you need to use one, you can use mine.

[f250man]

Well walkers you post count my pass up p.s. count but I don't do lawn care except at my house. So I will just be here checking and keeping in touch with you guys from Ohio. My be we can all get together for a meet and greet this summer and maybe have a better showing then we did this winter. Me and Tom had a great time. Well the rest of you guys seem to be getting ready for spring and summer the best of luck to all of you and get out there and make up some of the money you lost this winter. Steve

[Sydenstricker Landscaping]

Yeah, I dont think your post count will pass up your Plowsite count. You do construction stuff, no landscaping. Who knows, maybe you could do additions or exterior stuff to people's houses, and then do the landscaping too. Just an idea. Yes a lawn site Ohio meet and greet would be cool. Yeah Steve, we had a good time at Quaker Steak and Lube. I bet we will get a better turn out. I wonder how crb2500 has been doing from Plowsite??

[Clapper&Company]

Steve, I wouldn't tell to many people you hang out with tom LOL.

[Sydenstricker Landscaping]

Ronnie, kiss my ass!!!! LOL:laugh: You hang out and talk to me more than anyone else does!!! I think I almost chat more with you than MCWLandscaping on AIM or even my wife!!!!!! Not that is a bad thing either:rolleyes:

[Jim-n-i]

Hey that meet and greet of Ohio sounds good. When is it and where? How much beer do we need? Please let JIM-N-I know

[Sydenstricker Landscaping]

I dont know when or where. Just gotta see when people's schedules are not gonna be so full with spring clean-ups on the way. That and finding a central location for all parties involved. We had one for Ohio from plowsite, and just me and f250man showed up. So we would definatly want a better turn out.

[biggin69]

I would be up for a meet & great myself. Oops...did I interupt a lovers quarral (check spelling)?

[Sydenstricker Landscaping]

A lover's quarrel?? I am not in love with Ronnie!!! I dont put that green. I am happily married with 2 kids. No quarrel, just bustin' each others' balls. That is what friends do:)

[Clapper&Company]

Hell, if I spend much more time running around Tom's area, I'm going to have to open a branch office, pretty soon, I'm going be recieving calls for service.

The only bad thing is, every ones going to tell me
" Tom was cutting my grass for $15.oo and a Soda"

[Clapper&Company]

Walker, I was hoping you could help me ID this plant????

[Sydenstricker Landscaping]

Ronnie, my ass has plenty of room for your lips to be placed right on the cheek:p :laughing: I dont think so about the 15 bucks and a soda. Just because I answer the phone Joe's Lowball Landscaping when you call doesnt mean that is what I do.

[Clapper&Company]

O Sorry Tom your price went up??

17.86 Per Cut and 2 Sodas with a CupCake.

[Sydenstricker Landscaping]

No, I work for Twinkies!!!!:rolleyes: LMAO!!!:laugh: :laugh:

[Buckeye Lawncare]

Alright guys I just found this all Ohio part. Its cool to know that there are some Ohio guys on here. I work around central Ohio, Columbus, Pickerington, Lancaster, etc. This damn Ohio weather has me ready to start:drinkup: , I am ready to start mulching and mowing.

[Clapper&Company]

Buckeye, its good to see your a past FFA Member, too.

[Sydenstricker Landscaping]

Yay!!!! I am gonna jump off of a bridge!!!! I hate snow!!!:cry: Make it stop, I am so ready for some landscaping

[Clapper&Company]

Tom, are you having a brake down?? You guy are getting snow up there?? We dont have any thing down here yet. Did you make it over to Best yet??

[Jim-n-i]

I dont know when or where. Just gotta see when people's schedules are not gonna be so full with spring clean-ups on the way. That and finding a central location for all parties involved. We had one for Ohio from plowsite, and just me and f250man showed up. So we would definatly want a better turn out.
count me in . just give me a holler when you find a place a pig roast sounds good i'm in Akron canton area but will travel for beer

[Dollar Spot]

The Buckeyes and The Vols Thursday night. I'll be half scarlet and gray and half orange. I wonder what my customers will think?

[Jim-n-i]

thats hard core man

[Dollar Spot]

I know, I love em both.

[Clapper&Company]

I'm all about getting together for some good times.

Jim, what areas do you service??

[BUCKEYE MOWING]

Hey Dollar ..I see your a Tenn. Fan...should be a good game Thursday night !!

[Drew Gemma]

nice smoth coating of ice on everythign now thats gonna suck!

[Clapper&Company]

Drew did u salt?? We went out and shaked some salt..

[Drew Gemma]

i don't plow or salt have a sub that does it thinking of doing it next year but I say that every year:dizzy:

[Dollar Spot]

Buckeye, I went to college there a long time ago so my blood runs orange but the rest of me is scarlet and gray! I hope it is a good game, I pick the Buckeyes by 6.

[Clapper&Company]

Any one know where to buy a Bed Edger?? I know Beltz lawn & graden can order them. I have't called Doc's yet.

[Clapper&Company]

THE BLIND WAL-MART CLERK


A woman goes into Wal-Mart to buy a rod and reel for her grandson's
birthday. She doesn't know which one to get so she just grabs one
and
goes over to the counter. A Wal-Mart associate is standing there
wearing
> dark shades. She says, "Excuse me, sir. Can you tell me anything
about
> this rod and reel?"
>
> He says, "Ma'am, I'm completely blind; but if you'll drop it on the
> counter, I can tell you everything you need to know about it from
the
> sound it makes.
>
> She doesn't believe him, but drops it on the counter anyway.
>
> He says, "That's a six-foot Shakespeare graphite rod with a Zebco
404
> reel and 10-LB. te st line. It's a good all around combination; and
it's
> on sale this week for only $20.00."
>
> She says, "It's amazing that you can tell all that just by the sound
of
> it dropping on the counter. I'll take it!"
>
> As she opens her purse, her credit card drops on the floor. "Oh,
that
> sounds like a Master Card," he says.
>
> She bends down to pick it up and accidentally breaks wind. At first
she
> is really embarrassed, but then realizes there is no way the blind
clerk
> could tell it was she who farted. Being blind, he wouldn't know that
> she was the only person around.
>
> The man rings up the sale and says, "That'll be $34.50 please."
>
> The woman is totally confused by this and asks, "Didn't you tell me
it
> was on sale for $20.00? How did you get $34.50?"
>
> He replies, "Yes, Ma'am. The rod and reel are $20.00, but the Duck
Call
> is $11.00 and the Catfish Bait is $3.50".

[Sydenstricker Landscaping]

That joke is friggin hilarious!!!! ROFLMAO!!!!:laugh: :laugh:

As far as the bed edger, there is the pulverizing kind, and the one that just cuts the edge and you have to go back and pick up the edgings. You will be looking at maybe 800-3 grand brand new

[Clapper&Company]

Tom, I know what types there is, and what the prices are. I'm looking for places that carry them.. Your reply made it sould like I was a green horn :nono:

[Sydenstricker Landscaping]

A green horn, what the hell is that?? I was just asking which one you were looking for, so I could help steer you in the right direction, as I know of a few places that carry what you are looking for.....Geez sometimes I doesnt pay to open my mouth I guess:hammerhead:

[WALKER LANDSCAPE]

Evining felas miss me I have been a LITTLE busy.:) I wil try to remember everyones questions and answer them.
BIGGIN Congrats on your growing business. Mag signs $14.00 to $24.00.
CC Yes the house flipper keeps us busy when we need it. The plant do you have a description like berries color ect. It looks like some kind of mini holly or a knock out. I SAY PULL IT AND CHARGE FOR A NEW ONE...:laugh:
Groundskeeper works for any number of accounts I have been using it for awhile we have 65 residentials and 4 commercial. Plus around 30 maintenance that will all grow even more this year. Then I will have hire more guys and get more toys and more headaches.:hammerhead:
EASY Try to find a small local guy the rates will be cheaper. If not that try you local Home Depot some have rental places in them so does Lowes but the cost out the ass.
BUCKEYEwelcome to the gang we all take knocks at each other but all around good guys.:dizzy:

I am all for the meet and greet number 2 the mowing slows down around July.
We need to meet at the columbus power show.:cool2:
JOSH

[Clapper&Company]

Walker you dont know what it is?????

The power show, would be ok if it dosent snow

[Clapper&Company]

Thanks for your input JP.

Buckeye found this today, Is it yours?? If so your service area is way to big. LOL

[Clapper&Company]

Its ok, if your on your head.

[jpp]

Let me turn my monitor upside down and I will see.

JP

[Clapper&Company]

Its safer then standing on your head

[jpp]

From what I can tell, the sky is upside down. That must have been one heck of a St. Patty days party. Not mine either. lol

JP

[lqmustang]

For bed edgers, last year I bought my EZ Trench at Paul's Lawn and Garden in Massillon. I paid right around $2k. If you are feeling rich I think they can also get you a Little Wonder Bed Shaper as well.

[GVLandscaping]

Ok I had my first lawn estimate yesterday and landed it pretty quickly. Wondering if I got it too quick, but then got another call last night and this guy wants mowing estimate. So I have a price in mind but dont want the as quick of a yes as I got earlier. Please take a look and let me know. Ill compare.
http://img134.imageshack.us/img134/8341/465happydrge6.jpg (http://imageshack.us)

[Team-Green L&L]

Ok I had my first lawn estimate yesterday and landed it pretty quickly. Wondering if I got it too quick, but then got another call last night and this guy wants mowing estimate. So I have a price in mind but dont want the as quick of a yes as I got earlier. Please take a look and let me know. Ill compare.
http://img134.imageshack.us/img134/8341/465happydrge6.jpg (http://imageshack.us)

Looks like a $50 a week cut to me.

[Clapper&Company]

Ok I had my first lawn estimate yesterday and landed it pretty quickly. Wondering if I got it too quick, but then got another call last night and this guy wants mowing estimate. So I have a price in mind but dont want the as quick of a yes as I got earlier. Please take a look and let me know. Ill compare.
http://img134.imageshack.us/img134/8341/465happydrge6.jpg (http://imageshack.us)


Looks like $47.89 per Cut, Or $207.52 for 6mos

[ncls]

$40.00 +2 Snickers bars and 2 Diet Coke's. If they don't have Snicker's, hold out for Milky Ways. Don't let them get cheap on you......:laugh:


Seriously, got measurements? Lot size? It's hard to judge from that aerial shot.

[Dollar Spot]

Did you get the aerial shot off of Google Earth?

[mastercut llc.]

I would say 2men 1/2 hr and fuel 53.00 not shure on the area and the rates but were I am that is what I would say. :usflag:

[mastercut llc.]

I normally just mow and trim, you know the drill. I have a customer that has an area probably 10'x30' that seems to stay somewhat moist, and it almost totally shaded. He asked this year if there was anything I could do with that area. I asked him what all he has tried, he has done most all of the consumer sun/ shade mixtures. So is there anyone that has experience in this area that can possibly give me some advise on this. Thanks.

[GVLandscaping]

Looks like a $50 a week cut to me.

Ok i was close then. I was going to go with 45 so I was close. Thanks for all the replies.

[WALKER LANDSCAPE]

I normally just mow and trim, you know the drill. I have a customer that has an area probably 10'x30' that seems to stay somewhat moist, and it almost totally shaded. He asked this year if there was anything I could do with that area. I asked him what all he has tried, he has done most all of the consumer sun/ shade mixtures. So is there anyone that has experience in this area that can possibly give me some advise on this. Thanks.

MASTER
Hey what part of the turf area is it. Can you turn it into a paver patio a ivy bed A play area for the kids. Problem solved FOREVER.
JOSH

[Drew Gemma]

Pauls can get you the bed scaper, little wonder version and the sidewinder it is a hydro powered bed edger payup

[mastercut llc.]

Thanks for the replies, I am going to talk to him about those options. The area is kinda in a bad spot it is partially behind a garage,however it could be a play spot for the kids. Again thanks.

[jpp]

Ok i was close then. I was going to go with 45 so I was close. Thanks for all the replies.

What equipment are you going to use on this property? Can you get big mowers in the back?

JP

[WALKER LANDSCAPE]

Well we are ready to kick some grass now. It took 5 hours to get everything up and ready. Had to take off the mulch kits, sharpen the blades, put new blood in everything. Both of my BP are down the newest on PB 403 had a cracked block the PB 703 needs a carb and starter coil. I ended up through the PB 403 away. It was two yrs old. I parted it out for the 703 and it runs like a champ now. I am going to the toy store WED and buying a new PB 755 That was most of my day hope everyone elses went better.
JOSH

[jpp]

I need to do the oil as well on mine. That is Wednesday work. Just picked up supplies for the up keep on the equipment this year.

When I was at the dealer I asked a price on a 26 inch exmark and about had a heart attack. 1400.00 I have one back yard that is a pita to get the 36 in and was looking for something smaller. Any body know much about the 26. Also they said something about a new 28 inch mower coming out. Any ideas on that.

JP

[WALKER LANDSCAPE]

Hey EASY and CC I have some prices on new E Z Trenchers one is a demo.
The new is $1790.00 the demo is $1570.00. I yried to call you CC with the info if your woundering why I called.
JOSH

[Sydenstricker Landscaping]

You are lucky to be getting ready to cut some grass!!!!! My stuff is still all tucked away in my dad's garage on my trailer, just waiting patiently for spring!!!!:)

[Clapper&Company]

Walker, you tryed to call?? What number did you call?? I did't see any thing from you on the caller ID..

Handed out 500 Door Hangers today.

[JRSlawn]

Ron why are you running your mouth about my company? If you have a problem with me say it to my face! By the way stop wasting everyones time with the bededger questions I know your mom isn't going to finance that for you too!

[aric43085]

I was womdering if any of the mower guys need someone to take care of their irrigation service. You could sub to me, or take % of service. PM me if anyone is interested.

[Jim-n-i]

Yea what he said why cant we all just get along

[Clapper&Company]

Very well put Tom, we were having a good time, in till that. No one else here has a problem, but him. Yea, maybe I keep stuff at dads' place. That’s where our dump truck, bobcat, compost pile, ect is. I also keep and work on equipment in his 30x40 garage. He’s 40 Miles away from me, like I worry about what he dose.:rolleyes: :rolleyes:

[WALKER LANDSCAPE]

What did I miss *trucewhiteflag* We are all about screwing around and business when its time for business calm down. Dont make the old man crack the whip on you felas.:weightlifter: :hammerhead: :)
CC that plant is a knock out rose or holly variety. I dont remember the number I called.
JOSH

[Clapper&Company]

Tom, how was the open house

[biggin69]

Do any of you guys use or have you used Microsoft Office Live to create a free web site?

[jpp]

Well, I got the mowers oil changed new blades too today. All greased up ready to go. Now if I can only figure out what the heck I am going to do about that one back yard.

I heard rain here for us on Thursday, not sure about the rest of the week. If we have any nice days I am heading out to start the cleanups without the mulch jobs then do the ones with the mulch jobs starting next week.

JP

[Sydenstricker Landscaping]

Walker, you didnt miss much. Just me stickin up for my friend and my post getting deleted probably because some people just cant handle it I guess:rolleyes:

Ronnie, the open house was ok, didnt get there till 1:30, so I missed alot of the fun. But I had to work, so you'll have that.

jpp, they are callin for rain here tomorrow as well. I hope it doesnt come, you can keep it with you in Columbus:)

Biggin69, I dont use it. It would be cool to try though.

[WALKER LANDSCAPE]

What weather site do you guys use? Everyone chime in.
JOSH

[jpp]

Intellicast, Noaa, underground, and accuweather here.

JP

[Sydenstricker Landscaping]

noaa.gov and accuweather. By far the best two IMO

[WALKER LANDSCAPE]

Skyeyeweather.com i know its Cincinnati but they have other radars. I use all those others too.
JOSH

[naturescape lawn dover]

ron i thought your place was out near waynesburg i saw the place for sale the sign went down and saw your trucks out there?