Kansas City!!!!

[rjgolfer]

Looking to buy a used cabover truck with landscape body....might consider a Box body too......maybe 3-5 years old. Isuzi seems to be a pretty popular model....anyone have opinoins on these type of trucks vs a truck/trailer set up??

[IN2MOWN]

Looking to buy a used cabover truck with landscape body....might consider a Box body too......maybe 3-5 years old. Isuzi seems to be a pretty popular model....anyone have opinoins on these type of trucks vs a truck/trailer set up??


Pros- No trailers or trailer parts to mess with
Can fit into the same spots and sometimes even better then a truck and trailer
Can be used for the same things besides mowing that a trailer can like mulch and landscaping
You can attach all sorts of tool boxes to them

Cons- For smaller companies you need a 2nd truck instead of just dumping the trailer and going
Ive seen them used for plowing but look like a PITA for residential driveways
Cabs dont look that big to me for some reason


Ive never had one but thats my opinion them. I have run the F-450 with dump beds on them with walls and those are versatile trucks to have. You can plow and salt with them and they are great for leaf cleanups with a leaf loader.

[rjgolfer]

Pros- No trailers or trailer parts to mess with
Can fit into the same spots and sometimes even better then a truck and trailer
Can be used for the same things besides mowing that a trailer can like mulch and landscaping
You can attach all sorts of tool boxes to them

Cons- For smaller companies you need a 2nd truck instead of just dumping the trailer and going
Ive seen them used for plowing but look like a PITA for residential driveways
Cabs dont look that big to me for some reason


Ive never had one but thats my opinion them. I have run the F-450 with dump beds on them with walls and those are versatile trucks to have. You can plow and salt with them and they are great for leaf cleanups with a leaf loader.Thanks for the comments. I am solo and currently use truck/trailer combo but tired of dealer with trailer. I have seen some cabover's here in KC and look EASY to work out of....Think Signature runs a lot of them. Don't want to spend a ton of money as I won't put that many miles on...so a used one should work fine. I will shop eBay and see what 's out there. Thanks!

[robertsturf]

If you have a big enough place to store a landscape bed type truck that is the way to go. No backing up a trailer, easier to drive. We built a 28 x 28 garage in our back yard last fall and I made sure the door was tall enough to back a dove-tail type truck in it. Plan for the future!!

[paolaken]

if it's going to be cold it may as well snow. last week was nice. managed to get a few cleanups done and installed a sprinkler system. no such luck this week. i'll give the mower truck a brake job today. get that out of the way. whats everyone else doin in the cold?

[wright5223]

I've started calling my customers from last year I got 30 out of 60 signed back up so far, I'm freaked out because I've called alot about a week ago and haven't heard anything! I'm working on my mailer to go out I'm ready to get my phone started ringing! have you guys contacting your customers yet?

[paolaken]

I've started calling my customers from last year I got 30 out of 60 signed back up so far, I'm freaked out because I've called alot about a week ago and haven't heard anything! I'm working on my mailer to go out I'm ready to get my phone started ringing! have you guys contacting your customers yet?

small town here so i see most of mine alot. the phone isn't ringing yet though. weather has alot to do with that.

[HazellLawnCare]

Anyone wanting to downsize or get out this season? I am interested in buying accounts either contact me on here or 877-553-8873

[wright5223]

Anyone wanting to downsize or get out this season? I am interested in buying accounts either contact me on here or 877-553-8873I've been tring to do the same and everyones asking to much! for $10,000 I can do a mailer and get all the work I want

[robertsturf]

I've started calling my customers from last year I got 30 out of 60 signed back up so far, I'm freaked out because I've called alot about a week ago and haven't heard anything! I'm working on my mailer to go out I'm ready to get my phone started ringing! have you guys contacting your customers yet?

I have had the same issue but I am not concerned. I feel the weather plays a big role in when people will call you back. BTW I put some of my customers on a 2 year contract and do it everyother year. I alternate what year the customers renew that way you don't have a firedrill renewing everybody at the same time. Commercial customers love it because they know their prices won't be going up for that period of time.

[paolaken]

very cold out. i'm glad i have a heated shop to work in. doin a brake job on the mowing truck. need to clean and organize the shelves. that doesn't sound fun though. whats everyone else do besides boredom? barrett-jackson auto auction will be on at 1pm tomorrow so i'll have that to watch.

[IN2MOWN]

very cold out. i'm glad i have a heated shop to work in. doin a brake job on the mowing truck. need to clean and organize the shelves. that doesn't sound fun though. whats everyone else do besides boredom? barrett-jackson auto auction will be on at 1pm tomorrow so i'll have that to watch.



Im remodleing a bedroom on the lower level. Thats about it.

[robertsturf]

I am doing a lot of sales work. With renewing customers and the new calls coming in I have been more busy than ever this Winter. In a way I am glad we haven't had any snow for a while.

[ffemtmcd]

anyone got any mower (48" or so) that they are thinking of getting rid of? I'm kinda looking for something cheap, but reliable. Starting my 2nd season and looking for bigger equipment - also in need of a blower.

[mooseyork]

hey fellow ff, p.m. me your phone # and I will give you the numbers on a 48 mower I have for sale

[IN2MOWN]

anyone got any mower (48" or so) that they are thinking of getting rid of? I'm kinda looking for something cheap, but reliable. Starting my 2nd season and looking for bigger equipment - also in need of a blower.

I got a 48 Encore that I havent used in a while. Its a few years old but it needs new spindles...

Probably dump it for $1200.00 if you are interested.

[carcrz]

anyone got any mower (48" or so) that they are thinking of getting rid of? I'm kinda looking for something cheap, but reliable. Starting my 2nd season and looking for bigger equipment - also in need of a blower.

I've got a 48" Ferris W/b I'd sell. I have 2 of them actually. Both have 13 hp Kawasaki's on them. Bought them for doing residentials a few years ago & decided to focus on large residential & commercial instead.

[ffemtmcd]

Moose - hey brother your PM is not active for some reason - send me a message when you can - thanks

[paolaken]

whats everyone been doin in the cold? i've just been tinkerin in the shop. does anyone do anything else for income on the side? we don't do much this time of year but we do have a concession trailer that we set up at festivals and sell food at. makes for good times on the weekends. good money also.

[IN2MOWN]

whats everyone been doin in the cold? i've just been tinkerin in the shop. does anyone do anything else for income on the side? we don't do much this time of year but we do have a concession trailer that we set up at festivals and sell food at. makes for good times on the weekends. good money also.



I dont do much. Work around the house. Things get tight but for the most part I can make it through without a second job. From what I understand we are supposed to be dry till next week and then some snow but everyone is calling for a pretty snowy February which would be fine with me.

[paolaken]

we do the concession business more of a hobby than anything else. but it is growing and the money is very good for the right events. it is definetly alot of work but very enjoyable.

[IN2MOWN]

we do the concession business more of a hobby than anything else. but it is growing and the money is very good for the right events. it is definetly alot of work but very enjoyable.

Is it for HS events?

[paolaken]

no, it is for fairs and festivals. i don't think we go to shawnee. lenexa, overland park, olathe, gardner, etc.

[paolaken]

where is everyone? this thread rolled over to page 2. can't have that. cold day today, maybe some snow later.

[wright5223]

I speak for everyone that does snow! Bring it on one day closer to spring! has anyone start advertising yet?

[IN2MOWN]

I speak for everyone that does snow! Bring it on one day closer to spring! has anyone start advertising yet?




I dont stop.

[paolaken]

i don't advertise but may need to this year. i large portion of my business is new homes. not alot of them going on at the moment. i do alittle mowing but more landscaping and irrigation.

[THRIFTY]

Anyone getting out of the biz this year and wanting to sell accounts in the JOCO area let me know!

[F3Nelso]

Yeah, Ill take em almost anywhere in the kcmo metro if anyone is selling OP, Shawnee, Lenexa, PV, Ill entertain almost any yard anywhere

[wright5223]

I've look into buy accounts myself here the last few weeks and I'm just going to take 10k and advertise it's better than buying someones list that the customers mite not stick with you for some reason or another, Plus if there are people getting out of the biz you mite be able to pick them up for FREE!

[IN2MOWN]

I've look into buy accounts myself here the last few weeks and I'm just going to take 10k and advertise it's better than buying someones list that the customers mite not stick with you for some reason or another, Plus if there are people getting out of the biz you mite be able to pick them up for FREE!

I gotta ask but what do you have planned for this $10,000.00? Thats an awful large amount of money.

[paolaken]

hey in2mowin, do you know where big bams burger joint is? we were by there last fall and it was closed. is it back open or is he out of business?

[wright5223]

I gotta ask but what do you have planned for this $10,000.00? Thats an awful large amount of money.I have about 25K in Direct mailiers going out that's about 6k and I don't what I am going to do with the rest of it I am a one man show I have about 45 already signed up 12 questionable ones' and I am shotting for about 80 all together by myself then I have some friends of mine working with me that work for Ryan lawn and tree so I hope to get about 10 more So that should keep me Busy

[IN2MOWN]

I have about 25K in Direct mailiers going out that's about 6k and I don't what I am going to do with the rest of it I am a one man show I have about 45 already signed up 12 questionable ones' and I am shotting for about 80 all together by myself then I have some friends of mine working with me that work for Ryan lawn and tree so I hope to get about 10 more So that should keep me Busy




Good deal. I work solo also. I have about 60 accounts I take care of. Might be time this year to take the leap to "employer" if I pick up more.

[wright5223]

I really don't know what to do I don't want to hire someone because I hear all of the horror stories That's why I'm going to take on as much as I can Then start saying no more or raise the rate

[robertsturf]

I really don't know what to do I don't want to hire someone because I hear all of the horror stories That's why I'm going to take on as much as I can Then start saying no more or raise the rate

Have you considered using college guys part-time? We have for the last 2 years and it has worked out well. They are guys I know. I know that it doesn't always work out that way but it has for me.

[wright5223]

That's what I've been wanting to do I was looking for someone I made a mistake buy putting a ad on craigslist, How would I go about getting someone?

[robertsturf]

You might try your church or see about JCCC on Quivira, if they have a bulletin board. All of our employee's go to our church, I don't do that on purpose it's just worked out that way. I need to fill another position for a new person 2 days a week also. Just thinking ahead when my guys leave me for full-time positions. You might have better luck with someone without experience. Less bad habits to break. You can teach him your way of doing things instead of the "know-it-all" attitude. My biggest things I look for are dependability and clean-cut. I can teach the rest.

[IN2MOWN]

I really don't know what to do I don't want to hire someone because I hear all of the horror stories That's why I'm going to take on as much as I can Then start saying no more or raise the rate

Eventually you have to make the jump. Right now you (we) are not business owners. We are employees.

Lots of headaches and red tape but if you find someone you can trust then you can use your time building your business instead of coming home dead tired and going to bed.

[wright5223]

You are so right! Is anyone here going to the Ryan meet and Greet on Fri. ?

[IN2MOWN]

You are so right! Is anyone here going to the Ryan meet and Greet on Fri. ?

This is the first year in a while I wont be making it. To much planned with the family that day.

[robertsturf]

You are so right! Is anyone here going to the Ryan meet and Greet on Fri. ?

Where and when??

[a-j lawn]

hey a- j lawn mow ing the northland hey i have a cub hff1748 and i cant find a bagger 4 it cub dose not make 1 thanks john

[mowman84]

I'll Be at the Ryan Meeting. Its an invite only meeting though. It it suppose to be bigger than last year.

[KCLandscape]

I have been going for years, best chili in winter...for free!

It's not invite only, show up and learn how to grow your business...
I threw away my invite, but isn't it 3500 E on 85th St?? KCMO
Google it. Or go here :www.ryanlawn.com


See you there :-)

[IN2MOWN]

I'll Be at the Ryan Meeting. Its an invite only meeting though. It it suppose to be bigger than last year.

They only send invites to people who have been there before who they have information for but anyone is welcome to go.

[wright5223]

I am just going because I have of couple of friends that work there, But I wouldn't go other wise because your in a room full of other people that are after the same piece of pie, I haven't got that good of leads from them they give all of the mowing to boresows anyway because larry made a pack with them

[IN2MOWN]

I am just going because I have of couple of friends that work there, But I wouldn't go other wise because your in a room full of other people that are after the same piece of pie, I haven't got that good of leads from them they give all of the mowing to boresows anyway because larry made a pack with them



To be honest a lot of my customers are switching because they cant afford Ryans prices anymore. They are almost 50% - 100% higher then another guy I use.

As far as a pact with Boresow...dont believe everything you hear. Jerry is a great friend of mine. I worked for him for 5 years and still see him quite a bit. They scratch each others back but thats as far as it goes. Your best bet is to work through the Ryan techs you know and get them to get you the leads. Either that or find another guy who just does chemicals only. I do some work with Huerter Lawn Care and we give each other business.

[wright5223]

Your so true they are higher than a cats a$$ I think I have them do one of the lawns I do its almost $80 per treatment then I have to tack on a little extra for the hassle

[robertsturf]

Then you have to mow it 2 times a week in the Spring because of the amount of fert they put down!! Even when you bag the clippings.

[IN2MOWN]

Ryan does a great job. They are the best in the business around here with only the most highly trained workers. For me and my customers it was and still is a monetary decision to find someone else. They used to do my yard at $150.00 per app. The guy I use now is doing it for $85.00.

[mowman84]

I think Ryan is the best out there. They are up there a little in price, I think last year min price was $47.00 per application.

[carcrz]

I don't think they are that far off in price for the quality of work they do, unless they've raised them significantly in the last couple of years. I'm right in line w/ their prices for the most part. It just depends on what you are looking for. As long as the customers aren't headed for Chem Lawn I'm happy!

[IN2MOWN]

The guy I use was a long time employee of Ryan years ago. He uses the same apps and products as Ryan, gets the same results and keeps his price down all the while making a healthy profit.

My mom has a 7,000 sq ft yard and they were charging her $75.00 per app. Thats a bit steep IMO.

[KCLandscape]

What was she having applied for over ten bucks/1000 ft.
That is out of control...

[IN2MOWN]

What was she having applied for over ten bucks/1000 ft.
That is out of control...



that was for the 2 spring pre-emergents, summer fert with grub, fall and winter fert.

[cod8825]

Ryan's is good there is no doubt to it. Do not forget there is always somebody out there who does better. As respective owners do not get into the mindset that my former boss had that nobody can do it as good as Ryan's when I mowed for him they treated his commercial properties and to be honest that didn't look any better than how we treat them in house.

Matt

[carcrz]

If people will pay it then might as well, as long as they are getting quality results.

[IN2MOWN]

If people will pay it then might as well, as long as they are getting quality results.



I totally agree. I chose not to and so did 40 of my customers in the last couple years.

Times are changing. People are looking for deals. If I can get the same results for cheaper then thats what Im doing.

[br549oicu8]

The guy I use was a long time employee of Ryan years ago. He uses the same apps and products as Ryan, gets the same results and keeps his price down all the while making a healthy profit.

My mom has a 7,000 sq ft yard and they were charging her $75.00 per app. Thats a bit steep IMO.


Our rate in the Leavenworth area for 7000 square feet is $42.50 per app.
$75 is nuts!

[robertsturf]

Ok I posted this in the equipment section but didn't get much feedback. I have a chance to purchase some new in the crate 2008 Toro Z580, 60" , w/27hp Kohler. I was thinking about asking around 8k for them is that too high? They still have the factory warranty. Would $7500.00 be more like it?

[IN2MOWN]

Ok I posted this in the equipment section but didn't get much feedback. I have a chance to purchase some new in the crate 2008 Toro Z580, 60" , w/27hp Kohler. I was thinking about asking around 8k for them is that too high? They still have the factory warranty. Would $7500.00 be more like it?

I think 8 is a damn good price.

[robertsturf]

I thought 8K was a good price but of course all the 15yr old millionaires on this site poo poo'd the price. Actually I think I could sell them for $6500.00 and still come out alright. I am considering buying 2 one for myself and one to sell because it's such a good deal. I don't even need a Z.

[IN2MOWN]

I thought 8K was a good price but of course all the 15yr old millionaires on this site poo poo'd the price. Actually I think I could sell them for $6500.00 and still come out alright. I am considering buying 2 one for myself and one to sell because it's such a good deal. I don't even need a Z.



Thats because those 15 year old millionaires are having their parents buy their equipment. :laugh:

[paolaken]

looks like some nice weather ahead. probably get some more cleanups done and start mulching. been working in the shop and ready to get outside.

[cod8825]

Yea and it will probably start snowing on when you start putting that mulch down. JK

[IN2MOWN]

I see decent weather for another 10 days or so. I have some mulch to put down but other then that Ill be working on the house for a few more weeks. Id like to get one or two good snows this Feb though.

[vaughnslawns]

metro show downtown this weekend... anybody else going?

[paolaken]

metro show downtown this weekend... anybody else going?

i'll probably go. usually do. kinda the same ol thing though. but always nice to see. i did see the toro grandstand yesturday at blue valley tractor. looks nice. will demo it when it warms up some. you can flip the platform out of the way and use it as a walk behind.

[wright5223]

Is anyone looking for a good used trimmer I got one asking $125 if interested call 913-789-8572

[paolaken]

Is anyone looking for a good used trimmer I got one asking $125 if interested call 913-789-8572

what model is that?

[wright5223]

It is a BCZ2400

[robertsturf]

Those are great trimmers we have 3. They are very light and powerful. That seems like a very fair price if it runs good.

[wright5223]

It runs really well, for one person I don't need 3 trimmers that's why I'm selling it

[cod8825]

What is everybody in the KC metro area getting for quotes on fert this year. I am getting ready to turn my bid in to Helena and am curious. Last just so I know what are you looking at charging for your apps this season. I am looking at charging $4.50 per K up to
30K then from there on drooping it to $3.5. Minimum charge $40.

Matt

[cod8825]

What is everybody in the KC metro area getting for quotes on fert this year. I am getting ready to turn my bid in to Helena and am curious. Last just so I know what are you looking at charging for your apps this season. I am looking at charging $4.50 per K up to
30K then from there on drooping it to $3.5. Minimum charge $40.

Matt

[kclawn1]

Is anyone looking for a good used trimmer I got one asking $125 if interested call 913-789-8572

Can you post more pictures of the whole trimmer. How old is it? Is that price firm? Thanks.

[kclawn1]

Also, I've got a 48" Great Dane Super Surfer listed in the marketplace section. Pm offers/questions if interested. Thanks.

[wright5223]

it is a stright shafted trimmer I put a speed head on it I will not take a $1 less than $125 for it I have someone off of craigslist that will give more that what I am asking for so if you want it come get it! Give me a call if interested 789-8572

[wright5223]

It's about years old

[gander54]

Hey was just wondering what people were charging per acre. I was told $75 an acre. What if its 3 acres thats alot of money for mowing. Just looking for some helpful input. Thanks in Advance

[paolaken]

wow what a nice day. felt good to get out. we mowed and bagged a subdivision we take care of. we never bag it but thought we'd suck up all the leaves. looked very nice and will really green up tomorrow.

[IN2MOWN]

Hey was just wondering what people were charging per acre. I was told $75 an acre. What if its 3 acres thats alot of money for mowing. Just looking for some helpful input. Thanks in Advance



I go about $75 - $100 an acre. Depends on the trimming.

[HazellLawnCare]

Anyone interested in some Redmax trimmers? I am replacing some of my older units. I put a post on the used equipment forum if you want to know anymore.

[Mowgli]

Free railroad ties. They are about 30+ of them still in great shape(see pics).
i will remove them to the curb on Tue/10. If you interested Call me at 913.424.6346 or e mail at bestonblock@yahoo.com.
They must be pick up by Fri.

[KCLandscape]

YUK. I hate RR ties.
Where are they located, that place looks familiar

[paolaken]

that was definatly a 70's thing. railroad tie walls. people think they will never rot. how about some rain today. we really need it.

[IN2MOWN]

Long time ago they used to paint them with tar to keep them from rotting.

[KsMowerman]

MOWGLI - e-mail sent

[paolaken]

Long time ago they used to paint them with tar to keep them from rotting.

i remember.

[wright5223]

So is anyone's phone ringing yet? I hate this no snow ball game i'm about 3k less in snow removal than I was last Feb. ! this sucks!

[KCLandscape]

Looks like I am going to have some salt left over.....

[cod8825]

Ya it is looking like Gary Lezack and the rest of the meteorologists might have missed it big this winter in terms of precipitation. Last year we went a total of fifteen times this year so far eight. Ya where down too! Let's see what Friday does.

[ffemtmcd]

Nothing yet - sent my spring letters out last week - hope to get some good returns.

[wright5223]

Looks like I am going to have some salt left over.....

All I know if there is a chance to salt I'm doing it!

[Travel'n Trees]

i remember.
It was creosoak and it was outlawed and r+r ties were rotted when the railroad got rid of them. And kiss the clothes goodbye after working with them.

[paolaken]

thats what the ties were treated with. after the RR was done with them and tie walls were built the walls would get painted. they definatly ruined some clothes though. i'm surprised the ties don't last longer. there are sections of track around here that get replaced every 12-18 months.

[cod8825]

Maybe their using the environmentally friendly ties. You know the ones that are biodegradable.

[paolaken]

i don't know. they look like the wooden ones they have used forever. there is a rr yard not far away that always has 1,000's of them there. they band them up a ship them out all the time.

[IN2MOWN]

I talked to a guy the other day who has about 200 accounts. He told me he is already starting his spring cuts and cutting back back decorative grasses. Seems a little early for me. Anyone else kicking it off yet?

[paolaken]

we've cut places with the baggers on to suck up debris. we are also cutting grasses as we mulch. doin what ever while the weather is nice. gonna try to install a sprinkler next week if it dries some.

[robertsturf]

We will start our Spring clean-ups and bed clean outs next week, weather permitting.

[carcrz]

I'm going to wait a couple weeks still, but I'm still trying to decide what I'm going to do this year. In January, I accepted a position as Operations Manager for CAS in Lee's Summit, they've been trying to get me for years but the things just couldn't work out right. I have my snow/salt covered, but am still trying to decide how I'm going to handle my contracts for the next season. One of the things that we did w/ CAS was have the guys start working four 10-hour days (Mon - Thurs) & any emergency calls after-hours & w/e would be O/T. I renewed just enough of my maintenance accounts so far to keep them if I intend to do them on my own as a long day on Friday. Back to part-time mowing if I go that route, but am still considering sub-contracting or hiring. I also registered the new company name a few weeks ago, just need to work on getting things changed over on the insurance & work on getting the bank accounts & licenses changed. Oh the joys of dual-business management!

[carcrz]

Dave ~ I need some mulch at the house when I get some free time to install it. Maybe next week weather permitting.

[KCLandscape]

All my grasses are done, am ready for spring clean ups...
As long as we don't have snow, better do something..
Lots of hard shrub pruning too...

[IN2MOWN]

Guess I better get my butt in gear then!

[wright5223]

Guess I better get my butt in gear then!That's what I am thinking to, I am going to do some clean-ups then start getting my 18x24 signs out and maybe cold call on peoples doors there are alot of gumballs out there!

[mowman84]

What is everyones prediction for the start of weekly cuts? Last year seemed to be a little late.

[KCLandscape]

I am, as usual starting the 1-2nd week in April. Maybe a week earlier
That is after a complete cleanup. The grass is already greening up.

[carcrz]

What is everyones prediction for the start of weekly cuts? Last year seemed to be a little late.

Depending on temp, somewhere between the 3rd week of March & no later than the first week of April.

[KCLandscape]

close enough, mine get mowed with the clean up...
Either way, I am sick of this lame winter wanna-be.

[Travel'n Trees]

Congrats on the new position I think you need a company hummer to drive right? Whenever you get ready give me a call on the mulch.

[IN2MOWN]

It has been a lame winter but the good news is that its semi warm and weve had some moisture. Should lead to an early spring.

I usually start my weekly cuts the 3rd week in March. Im hoping for a little earlier this year.

[carcrz]

Congrats on the new position I think you need a company hummer to drive right? Whenever you get ready give me a call on the mulch.

Ya know, I don't really like Don's Hummer. I kind of feel like a fat guy in a little suit. There's no leg room in it whatsoever. They're paying my truck payment & any fuel, maintenance, repairs, etc... so I guess now I need new shocks & to add some more cushion to the sorry excuse for Dodge seats. I was looking on Cumminsforum & the seats don't look too difficult to do.

[cod8825]

I think we will be mowing if the trend continues buy the second week in March maybe the first. I am starting to see some weeds greening up might spray some weed killer on a couple of high end accounts and start cleanups next week. Man that seems really early though.

[IN2MOWN]

Ya know, I don't really like Don's Hummer. I kind of feel like a fat guy in a little suit. There's no leg room in it whatsoever. They're paying my truck payment & any fuel, maintenance, repairs, etc... so I guess now I need new shocks & to add some more cushion to the sorry excuse for Dodge seats. I was looking on Cumminsforum & the seats don't look too difficult to do.



Is it an H-3?

[mowman84]

Im hoping to be mowing by the last week in march.

[carcrz]

Is it an H-3?

It's an H2, but I'm 6'4". There's very few SUV's/cars that I feel comfortable in. My Ram 2500 is borderline. Our F350's are comfortable for short distances, but not comfortable on the back side for the long haul.

[IN2MOWN]

It's an H2, but I'm 6'4". There's very few SUV's/cars that I feel comfortable in. My Ram 2500 is borderline. Our F350's are comfortable for short distances, but not comfortable on the back side for the long haul.




I dont blame you. Im almost 6'4 and its tough to find vehicles that are comfortable.

The reason I asked was I have a buddy who used to have an H-3 and it was the biggest POS on the face of the planet. Terrible gas mileage and tiny as hell.

[paolaken]

i know what you guys mean. i'm 6'5, most vehicles now don't have head room. i drive chevys because i think they have more room than any other.

[JBeidelschies]

Hey guys, new to this forum, I had no idea this thing even existed until today, let alone that there would be a KC thread as well.

Does anyone know about any open jobs in our area? I have been a production/operations manager for 15 years in this industry, and thanks to our wonderful economy I have been out of work all winter and need to get back to work ASAP. I don't mind starting over, just hopefully not all the way back to the bottom. If anyone has any leads please let me know.

TIA

Russell

[IN2MOWN]

Hey guys, new to this forum, I had no idea this thing even existed until today, let alone that there would be a KC thread as well.

Does anyone know about any open jobs in our area? I have been a production/operations manager for 15 years in this industry, and thanks to our wonderful economy I have been out of work all winter and need to get back to work ASAP. I don't mind starting over, just hopefully not all the way back to the bottom. If anyone has any leads please let me know.

TIA

Russell




What are you looking to do? Any experience in this field?

[JBeidelschies]

Over 20 years in this industry covering everything from commercial, industrial and gov. mowing, landscaping and irrigation. The last 15 have been as a manager either as a Production or as the Operation manager. I am one of the best at making crews extremely effecient therefore more productive. I have and will physically get in there and do the work, and then turn around and be able to do the paperwork and meetings and sales. So as to what field I want to be in is wide open, I am ready and willing to start right out of the box, the only training I require is just on how your paticular company likes certain things.

[rl53103]

Ray here from Independence Area ,,,,,,,,,,,,,ready to mow !!!!!! lol

[rl53103]

Ray here from Independence area ,,,,,,,,,,small co here ( 10 accounts so far ) but this will be my first year doing it full time ,,,,and also I wanted to thank everyone for there in put on things ,,,,,,,,,,,,I've learned alot by just reading on here Awesome site ,,,,,,,,,,,,
Thanks Ray

[wright5223]

If anyone out there knows of anyone looking to get out of the biz let me know what you or they have and how much I am many looking for customers in JoCo thanks 913-789-8572

[nimrod]

Just a quick howdy from a true noob, located north of Gladstone near Staley Farms.

I found lawnsite a few weeks ago while researching a mower that I ended up purchasing (an '06 Gravely 34" with 60 hours for $1K).

I have one account, my house!

Good luck to each of you this season. :drinkup:

[paolaken]

Just a quick howdy from a true noob, located north of Gladstone near Staley Farms.

I found lawnsite a few weeks ago while researching a mower that I ended up purchasing (an '06 Gravely 34" with 60 hours for $1K).

I have one account, my house!

Good luck to each of you this season. :drinkup:

make sure to give extra special care to that account. hate to get fired. :clapping:

[Travel'n Trees]

FYI the riddle crew is advertising on craigslist.com for trees.

[IN2MOWN]

Anyone here do stump grinding?

[paolaken]

everybody must be out working.

[AmesLandscaping]

I am ready..... Can't wait, my reg job in construction is as slow as it gets.... I need to start making some $$$$$$$$$$ So has any body done anything yet, my dad says he has already been watching some of the other groups out cutting already yesterday and today out in jo...... I think it's just a few weeks to early...... I hope we all have a great year!!!!!!!!!!

[farmboy1285]

Has anyone ever put out an add for mowing on craigslist???? I was thinking about it today and just for fun typed in mowing under services offered and I about shat myself there are so many adds. Is it even worth it, does anyone contact you or are there so many adds its not even worth it?? Just curious.

[IN2MOWN]

Has anyone ever put out an add for mowing on craigslist???? I was thinking about it today and just for fun typed in mowing under services offered and I about shat myself there are so many adds. Is it even worth it, does anyone contact you or are there so many adds its not even worth it?? Just curious.




I tried it a couple years ago and you wouldnt believe the riff-raff that called me. Bunch of white trash looking for $5.00 cuts.

[AmesLandscaping]

I have put adds on there for property clean up, mowing, and dirt tilling for gardens and new yards... And they always get flagged within a day or so.......

[farmboy1285]

I tried it a couple years ago and you wouldnt believe the riff-raff that called me. Bunch of white trash looking for $5.00 cuts.

HMMM that was my other concern

I have put adds on there for property clean up, mowing, and dirt tilling for gardens and new yards... And they always get flagged within a day or so.......

Why do they get flagged???? Competitors im guessing... or were you posting inappropriate adds:nono:

[paolaken]

got a sprinkler system installed the last few days and am going to seed 2 new yards tomorrow. then i need to finish getting my ornamental grasses cut down. still have a ton of mulching and shrub trimming.

[KCLandscape]

Why doesn't do any hard pruning over the winter? Best time to do it...
AND IT PAYS

[IN2MOWN]

Man it was nice to get out today!

[vaughnslawns]

yep.... got some clean-ups done.. seen dave:waving:

[mowman84]

Great day today. Mulched and did 3 clean ups.

[bandbmowing]

Anyone have any good leads on discounted 08 stander mowers, great dane, everride scorpion or wright standers that dealers are trying to get rid of? Looking for some new 52" mowers, just wondering if anyone knows of any good deals. Thanks in advance for the info.

[IN2MOWN]

Anyone have any good leads on discounted 08 stander mowers, great dane, everride scorpion or wright standers that dealers are trying to get rid of? Looking for some new 52" mowers, just wondering if anyone knows of any good deals. Thanks in advance for the info.



Have you tried Arnolds in overland park?

[paolaken]

if you are paying cash, there was a great deal on a great dane on craigs list.

[JLong]

I'm looking to purchase a used 60" and a used 72" mid mount zero turn. If anyone has one or knows of a good place to shop for used equipment please let me know.
Thanks
Jeremy

[paolaken]

we only had about a half inch of snow in paola. yuo guys in the city had alot more. none to be plowed here.

[KCLandscape]

5 1/2 in Fairway. Made a nice wad of bills.

[rjgolfer]

I am bidding on a 4 acre vacant lot...can anyone give me an idea of a reasonable per acre price....Lot is not too rough and it is free of any major debris......Thanks!

[wright5223]

So when is everyone sending out your mailiers I have 25,000 standing by till I say "Get them out!" I was talking to a friend of mine that does this stuff and he said that if I send mine out before the 15th that I won't get any calls for lawns but people calling about Clean-ups!

[KCfireman]

Have you tried Arnolds in overland park?Arnold's would be the best. Ol' curtis still knows how to make some deals for ya! I would also try Blue Valley Tractor and Supply in Stillwell,KS. It's right off of 69highway. They are the #1 dealer in the US in terms of wright sales. Very good at it.

[paolaken]

Arnold's would be the best. Ol' curtis still knows how to make some deals for ya! I would also try Blue Valley Tractor and Supply in Stillwell,KS. It's right off of 69highway. They are the #1 dealer in the US in terms of wright sales. Very good at it.

from the looks of how many toro grandstands they have, they want to be #1 with those as well.

[wright5223]

So no ones going to throw me a bone!

[itsallaboutthestripes]

So no ones going to throw me a bone!
Begging for a bone? Mail them and take your chances.

[wright5223]

You shell out 7K in the middle of winter! "You would be asking the same question!"

[ffemtmcd]

Mail 'em - springs almost here, weathers gonna get nice - people will start thinking about their lawns soon

[IN2MOWN]

You shell out 7K in the middle of winter! "You would be asking the same question!"



If youre spending that much you should know already when to do it ;)

[wright5223]

All I am trying to do is ask everyone a question and all I am getting in return are smart a$$ answers am I on the right thread are we suppose to be helping each other out here is is it me!:confused:

[KCLandscape]

I never do flyers. Waste of time and $$$. I knock on the doors of neighbors where I am currently mowing/doing a project. But they have to have a decent yard to begin with...no thin, weedy yards. I have gotten lots of jobs this way.

I have seen your yard signs around, how's that working for you?

[robertsturf]

Wright I am sorry for the smart a$$ comments that some guy's make. You have to realize that this board is full of people who do this part-time and are not solely dependent on it for income so they really don't have as much at stake. With that being said I think you really need to look at the weather as a deciding factor when to send them out. It really is a crap shoot. My opinion the BEST time is late March to early April. Again depending on weather. Good Luck!

[wright5223]

I never do flyers. Waste of time and $$$. I knock on the doors of neighbors where I am currently mowing/doing a project. But they have to have a decent yard to begin with...no thin, weedy yards. I have gotten lots of jobs this way.

I have seen your yard signs around, how's that working for you?Wow! I have picked up a few jobs here and there I put out about 5 yesterday, I can have the city not touch them when It's going to be nice outside I mite get a few more I am just trying to do some things before my mailier get out!

[wright5223]

Wright I am sorry for the smart a$$ comments that some guy's make. You have to realize that this board is full of people who do this part-time and are not solely dependent on it for income so they really don't have as much at stake. With that being said I think you really need to look at the weather as a deciding factor when to send them out. It really is a crap shoot. My opinion the BEST time is late March to early April. Again depending on weather. Good Luck!THANKS! that's what I was thinking maybe here about the 3rd week of March will work, I have about 60 lawns locked in for this season and I am hoping for more! So well see what Happens!

[paolaken]

after the first really nice weekend in march. people will get outside that weekend and that is when they start thinking spring. you wouldn't want to get a flyer in the mail last saturday. snowing out, it goes wright in the trash.

[HazellLawnCare]

Do any of you guys do irrigation? I'm looking for someone to put in a couple new systems for me. The only person doing that kind of work here is my biggest competition. I am an hour east of kc in Marshall. If anyone is interested pm me.

[paolaken]

Do any of you guys do irrigation? I'm looking for someone to put in a couple new systems for me. The only person doing that kind of work here is my biggest competition. I am an hour east of kc in Marshall. If anyone is interested pm me.

i sent you a pm. kenny

[mowman84]

Hey wright5223 I went to your website and was wondering how many more lawns do you really want if you have 60 already and you are not going to hire any employees? With that mailer you might be in over your head if you get 100 calls.

[wright5223]

Hey wright5223 I went to your website and was wondering how many more lawns do you really want if you have 60 already and you are not going to hire any employees? With that mailer you might be in over your head if you get 100 calls.I think that I would be able to do about 100 lawns all together no dout I am thinking that I will get about 200 plus phone calls but I will be picky on what lawns I take if you live in PV you live right down the street I've mite have seen you around!

[mowman84]

Last year I started mowing with about 40 lawns all by my self. By mid summer I had 62 Lawns by my self and that was a lot of work I hired a collge friend for 2 days a week. By the time school started up a kid called me and wanted to sell my 12 yards and I made the decision to have 1 full time guy. If you have one guy that you can trust andtrain well it makes things a lot easier. By fall I had 80 yards and weeded it down to 70 good lawns. This year Im starting out with those 70 and really only want about 10-15 more good yards.
With 100 yards you would have to mow 20 a day to sill have your weekend free not to mention hedge trimming,mulching and other projects. I hope everything works out well for ya, see you around.

[wright5223]

All I offer to people are Lawn Mowing & core aeration I really have been pushing the aeration for 2 years I need to find someone thats good b/c I always get calls for other things and I always have to turn them down!

DAMN! It's windy out "No clean-ups today!"

[Adam3669]

All I offer to people are Lawn Mowing & core aeration I really have been pushing the aeration for 2 years I need to find someone thats good b/c I always get calls for other things and I always have to turn them down!

DAMN! It's windy out "No clean-ups today!"

Hey I live in Pinehurst, and my dad is on the board for grounds management. He saw your sign on our common grounds and trashed it. Sorry! Thumbs Up

[KCLandscape]

Might need to find some better sign locations...

[MisterGreen]

Share and save some money!! Looking to rent office/shop/outside storage to operate 2+ crews preferably South JoCo. Thank you!! if you have extra space please contact me arquietaarturo@mistergreen.com

[wright5223]

Hey I live in Pinehurst, and my dad is on the board for grounds management. He saw your sign on our common grounds and trashed it. Sorry! Thumbs Up
I didn't put any signs on pinehurst

[Adam3669]

I didn't put any signs on pinehurst

Thats interesting, it was right infront of the giant "PINEHURST" stone sign. Must have blown there and somehow managed to get stuck into the ground at the same time.

[IN2MOWN]

Hey I live in Pinehurst, and my dad is on the board for grounds management. He saw your sign on our common grounds and trashed it. Sorry! Thumbs Up



Are you mowing that place?

[Adam3669]

Are you mowing that place?

Nope, didn't bid on it. Some other guy got it for pretty cheap.

[IN2MOWN]

Nope, didn't bid on it. Some other guy got it for pretty cheap.




Do you know what he is charging per mow? Id be interested to know what a place that size goes for.

[wright5223]

Thats interesting, it was right infront of the giant "PINEHURST" stone sign. Must have blown there and somehow managed to get stuck into the ground at the same time.
Were is pinehurst even at?

[IN2MOWN]

Were is pinehurst even at?

Antioch between 99th and 103rd

[Adam3669]

Do you know what he is charging per mow? Id be interested to know what a place that size goes for.

Privledged information :)

[Travel'n Trees]

Just be grateful he took your sign from there. I avoid it at all costs. That is probably why he doesn't work there

[Adam3669]

Just be grateful he took your sign from there. I avoid it at all costs. That is probably why he doesn't work there

The neighboor hood is comprised of a specific kind of person, I won't specfificly say who, but lets just say they are very....stingy. :)

Tough people to work for!

[Travel'n Trees]

Stingy is a nice way of puttimg it! I remember when it opened we landscaped almost all of it and one of our customers gave me a new atari when it came out for my birthday. How times have changed.

[IN2MOWN]

Privledged information :)




No biggie. Ill ask Kristen next time I see her.

[IN2MOWN]

If I remember correctly if a sign is on a street corner, depending on what side of the sidewalk its on then its on "city" property and has to be left there until the city deems it necessary to remove it.

[IN2MOWN]

Scratch what I said. Here it is:


In situations where they are permitted, temporary signs can be placed only after permission has been granted by the owner or resident of the adjacent property.


It then goes on to say this:


In general, temporary signs are not allowed in the public right-of-way (typically the area within 10 to 12 feet of the street curb, including any public sidewalk)

[IN2MOWN]

BTW, I referenced the city of Overland Park for their laws about it since thats where the alleged sign was placed.

[LBLC_LCO]

Don't know if anyone would be interested or if it's a good deal, but I came across this on craigslist:

http://kansascity.craigslist.org/grd/1065111579.html

[KCLandscape]

Nothing wrong with picky, as long as they are not stingy and value the quality of work

[IN2MOWN]

Nothing wrong with picky, as long as they are not stingy and value the quality of work



A friend of mine used to mow it about 4 or so years ago and NOTHING good to say about it.

He signed a 2 year deal with them and told me they were usually 60-90 days late with payment.

Gotta love people like that.

[KCLandscape]

don't need POA's like that!

[wright5223]

Don't know if anyone would be interested or if it's a good deal, but I came across this on craigslist:

http://kansascity.craigslist.org/grd/1065111579.html
The person that put this up removed it!

[LBLC_LCO]

Eh...well it was up at the time I posted it. Was 38, 50lb bags of lesco fert for $600.

[IN2MOWN]

Eh...well it was up at the time I posted it. Was 38, 50lb bags of lesco fert for $600.

Stolen?


Maybe thats why it was removed.

[KCLandscape]

Wouldn't want it anyway

[wright5223]

Is anyone getting anything done? This weather sucks! I have a list of things that need to be done, LCU, AeRATIONS/OVERSEEDING I need to get them done before my mailier goes out mid next week!:dizzy:

[IN2MOWN]

Is anyone getting anything done? This weather sucks! I have a list of things that need to be done, LCU, AeRATIONS/OVERSEEDING I need to get them done before my mailier goes out mid next week!:dizzy:

I got some cleanups done yesterday but Im just about done with them. Ill start mowing next week.

Overseeding in the spring?

[LBLC_LCO]

I got some cleanups done yesterday but Im just about done with them. Ill start mowing next week.

Overseeding in the spring?


You're gonna start weekly mowings next week? What about everyone else, when do you guys plan on starting?

I thought maybe the 30th? or week after?

I just started in the business last year and started late in the season, so not 100% sure of when usual start times are.

[wright5223]

I would think that it's going to be near freezing it going to slow the growth, you could mow if ur cutting at 2 in. I do alot of aeartion/seeding in the spring its better than doin a 1 time clean up!

[IN2MOWN]

You're gonna start weekly mowings next week? What about everyone else, when do you guys plan on starting?

I thought maybe the 30th? or week after?

I just started in the business last year and started late in the season, so not 100% sure of when usual start times are.




Ill start probably 75% of them next week. I have some zoysias that wont be ready for a while though.

[IN2MOWN]

I would think that it's going to be near freezing it going to slow the growth, you could mow if ur cutting at 2 in. I do alot of aeartion/seeding in the spring its better than doin a 1 time clean up!

It wont be a prolonged cold and by next week its back in the 60s and 70s.

Why do you seed in the spring?

[LBLC_LCO]

I guess if you aerate and overseed early enough you'll be ok, but the germination rates are not as good as in the fall. Just don't use a weed n feed or pre-emergent until everything has sprouted and mowed for the first time.

[IN2MOWN]

I guess if you aerate and overseed early enough you'll be ok, but the germination rates are not as good as in the fall. Just don't use a weed n feed or pre-emergent until everything has sprouted and mowed for the first time.

The first pre-em should be down already. Its a crapshoot doing it in the spring. Not a good idea at all.

[LBLC_LCO]

Right. That's why your somewhat screwed in the spring. It's one or the other.

[wright5223]

It wont be a prolonged cold and by next week its back in the 60s and 70s.

Why do you seed in the spring?
I sure your right about the weather! I do overseeding in the spring when people are asking for it, and that means that there is money on the table, But I mainly do aeration only!

[robertsturf]

The first pre-em should be down already. Its a crapshoot doing it in the spring. Not a good idea at all.

We have never put ours down this early. Why would you except to get the money rolling in early. The soil temps. are still so cold there is no way cg, or other summer annuals are close to germination!!!

[LBLC_LCO]

Crabgrass kicks off around when soil temps are 50 degrees for like 3 days in a row.

[IN2MOWN]

We have never put ours down this early. Why would you except to get the money rolling in early. The soil temps. are still so cold there is no way cg, or other summer annuals are close to germination!!!



I dont do apps but I was under the impression that the first is down already and the second goes down in about 9-12 weeks.

The clover in my yard is coming up already. its been such a warm winter that I dont think the soil went as cold as it usually does.

But even if you put it down later thats still more of a reason NOT to overseed this time of year.

[IN2MOWN]

I sure your right about the weather! I do overseeding in the spring when people are asking for it, and that means that there is money on the table, But I mainly do aeration only!



I get what you are saying especially about the money but if it doesnt come up youre back there at your expense in the fall reseeding.

Its just not worth it and it could be your rep on the line.

[robertsturf]

The clover in your lawn is not controlled by pre-emergent.

[IN2MOWN]

The clover in your lawn is not controlled by pre-emergent.



I know. grassy weeds only. just pointing out that I have weeds popping up already.

[KCLandscape]

OK chief, you know best.
As I said before, around 4/1 at the earliest.
Now is spring clean up/ mulch time...

[cod8825]

Oh crap are you kidding me did anybody watch the weather tonight Tuesday the 10th they are calling for a 30% chance of snow on Monday the 16th are we going to get all the snow we didn't get in February in March what are your guy's thoughts.

[LBLC_LCO]

OK chief, you know best.
As I said before, around 4/1 at the earliest.
Now is spring clean up/ mulch time...

I'm planning on starting my weekly route on April 6th. Man, I hope the weather is nice to us this year.

[mowman84]

Im sick of snow

[Travel'n Trees]

I need more snow

[IN2MOWN]

OK chief, you know best.
As I said before, around 4/1 at the earliest.
Now is spring clean up/ mulch time...

Why the sarcasm KC?

Everyone does things differently. Thats not a reason to call names. Some of my customers have already called and asked me to cut off the top layer of winter growth. Is that really a big deal with you?

[IN2MOWN]

Oh crap are you kidding me did anybody watch the weather tonight Tuesday the 10th they are calling for a 30% chance of snow on Monday the 16th are we going to get all the snow we didn't get in February in March what are your guy's thoughts.



Mike Thompson is saying 61 on Monday and 70 on Tuesday.

[cod8825]

Gary Lezack was the one that stated the small chance of snow on Monday

[itsallaboutthestripes]

Hey KC and In2mowin didnt you guys have this same conversation last spring? I only wish that my customers would let me start mowing weekly before the grass starts growing. I guess it is kinda like pre treating before a snow storm, you can bill it as pre mowing.

[robertsturf]

I don't think they're talking about really mowing. They should be talking about the first mowing and clean-up. We are almost done with our first round of clean-ups. Looks like equipment work today though!!

[IN2MOWN]

Hey KC and In2mowin didnt you guys have this same conversation last spring? I only wish that my customers would let me start mowing weekly before the grass starts growing. I guess it is kinda like pre treating before a snow storm, you can bill it as pre mowing.

Yup. We sure did.

I do things a little differently then most companies. I dont cut it short in the fall so in the early spring I cant cut a layer of brown off and underneath is all green. It gives the grass a jumpstart and with the fert in the pre-em it starts to grow sooner and quicker.

If they call and ask for the cut then Im doing it.

[IN2MOWN]

I don't think they're talking about really mowing. They should be talking about the first mowing and clean-up. We are almost done with our first round of clean-ups. Looks like equipment work today though!!



Thats exactly what Im talking about. First cuts. Some of my yards will need cutting the following weeks though. I usually have 100% of my yards started by the 4th week in April. Later in April because of the zosia.

[bandbmowing]

Not sure if anyone is looking for a new mower, but I found this deal on criagslist and I have talked with Doug, so I thought I would share. He has:
4 - 52" Everride Scorpions (23hp 2 Kawasaki's ($4,999) and 2 Kohler ($4,799))
4 - 48" Everride Scorpions ( I think they are for $4,500)
4 - 34" Great Dane Stand ons (can't remember how much in the 4k area though)
1 - 66" Everride Warrior for $7,000
1 - Everride Hornet, for $5,500, I don't remember how big the deck was on it.

His number is 816-898-6712 and his name is Doug

http://kansascity.craigslist.org/grd/1048502270.html

[AmesLandscaping]

I always go back and look at invoices from the past years for start times.... It's hard to judge sometimes.... But I always seem to be out the first time from March 17th to the 20th.... And why.... Cause my main job in in drywall all over....And when you drive all over doing clean up, and going to the dump, And if all the BIGGER crews are out doing it.... There no reason the little guy can't... I am ready, can't wait..... This 18 hr a week crap is getting old!!!!!!!!!!!!! My grass money was " play money" now it's pay the bills money............ Everybody hang in there, I hope this turns around soon... I only lost 1 cut, but it was due to the owner selling the building... And the new owners use one of the BIG guys.... Oh well, Just try and pick up another some where...................:weightlifter:

[KCLandscape]

Yea, we go around and around every year. Every year is different, so I just try to call it as I see it. No hard feelings. Fun to cuss and discuss. Who do any of you use for tree work. I can do ornamental stuff, but I need a outfit that can do take downs, specialty pruning in big trees etc...

Any ideas...

We all really need to do a lunch sometime and do a meet and greet.

[wright5223]

Your right we need to all meet up before we get to busy!

[IN2MOWN]

Yea, we go around and around every year. Every year is different, so I just try to call it as I see it. No hard feelings. Fun to cuss and discuss. Who do any of you use for tree work. I can do ornamental stuff, but I need a outfit that can do take downs, specialty pruning in big trees etc...

Any ideas...

We all really need to do a lunch sometime and do a meet and greet.




I gotta buddy who owns a tree company called Franzwa Tree Care. His # is 913-422-9444. His name is Mike. Been in business a while now. He's got a forestry degree from Iowa State. Certified arborist. Liscenced and insured to the hilt. Little pricey but his work is worth it. He's out of western Lenexa but goes all over.

[paolaken]

GO HAWKS
anyone else taking a long lunch watching the game?

[IN2MOWN]

Great game... :(

[paolaken]

that sucked. missed 2 hours of work for that! damn.

[KCLandscape]

I didn't read that until it was over. Didn't miss much

[BurrKing]

Looking for feedback on a new poduct. If interested I would come to your location and show you the new machine. The machine is for sharpening mower blades. More information can be found in my forum.

Thanks
James
Burr King
Warsaw, MO

[vaughnslawns]

anybody on north oak...? or bluesprings.?

[LBLC_LCO]

anybody on north oak...? or bluesprings.?

I'm near Blue Springs...

[LBLC_LCO]

Kansas guys:

http://kansascity.craigslist.org/lbg/1074022336.html


I need a bid to have 2 pieces of property mowed for this summer. One is a vacant lot we own about 2 blocks north of Johnson drive in Shawnee. It is exactly 1 acre in size. There is only weed eating on one side. The other is my mother's residence in south overland park off of 143rd and Switzer.. It is in a cul-de-sac and is medium sized I would say The back is bigger than the front but not by much. I mowed it last year with my push mower and it took me about an hour to mow and weed-eat it.
The lot I usually get mowed every other week while my mom's needs it weekly because she has a watering system.
Please email me what you think you could charge me for it and your phone number and I will call you on Sunday. I prefer to use somebody thats local if possible.
Thank you

[E & J Pro Turf]

North oak here if need something taken care of.

[paolaken]

WOW what a nice day. hope everyone enjoys as much as i do. perfect temp. :drinkup::clapping:

[LBLC_LCO]

Yup. Awesome day. Spent it doing doorhanging, and a few estimates.

[robertsturf]

Started our 1st applications with my new and improved Perma-Green and spreader carrier. Got started late but still had a great day. Tomorrow even better to larger HOA's to do and a boat load of residentials.

[HazellLawnCare]

Where is the cheapest place in KC to buy rainbow rock? I am wanting like 20 tons.

[cod8825]

Suburban Lawn and Garden for us they sell by yard which is about 1.5 tons for like $100 I think.

[KCLandscape]

Bring on the nice days...Today was PERFECT!

[ffemtmcd]

AWESOME DAY!!! - Got lots done

[Travel'n Trees]

Suburban Lawn and Garden for us they sell by yard which is about 1.5 tons for like $100 I think.

A yard of rainbow is about 1.2 tons and 5 miles east on 150 it is about $78 a yard. Hazzell give me a call give me a shot. Topsoil and mulch moving fast this time of year. This year we are bringing in haydite rock we are getting more requests for it delivering 70 yards tommorow. Got a deal on playground gravel!

[vaughnslawns]

dave.whats up with your truck at pauls

[Travel'n Trees]

custom truck put the wrong clutch in it two years ago and it would not hold

[chilsonslawnandlandscape]

Hello everyone, I'm from the northland and looking for some more lawns up here so if any of you get some up here that you are willing to sub out or sell let me know. Thanks, MIKE

[WoodBrothersLC]

Hey guys, I have a 6x10 trailer for sale that I no longer need. Asking $450 for it because it needs a little welding on the tailgate and new lights. Email or call with questions or for pictures.

Mark Wood
913-669-7090

woodmd@hawks.rockhurst.edu

[Hamons]

I am looking for someone who does mowing only to do some sub work for me. I have a lawn in gardner and another one by the speedway.

Email me at jeff at hamonslandscaping dot com or call me at 231-8859

There will be more lawns too -- Phone has been ringing off the hook lately.

I only do applications and landscaping -- and I sub out all of my mowing -- just for customers who want full service landscape maintenance.

Thanks

[vaughnslawns]

Let it rain,,,,