Kansas City!!!!

[Krakatau42]

Can't say that they are, but I would have been glad to help pull them out, it sucks getting stuck. So in relation to my question.......I guess that's a "yes".

[LuvdaPack36]

Can't say that they are, but I would have been glad to help pull them out, it sucks getting stuck. So in relation to my question.......I guess that's a "yes".



I wasnt going to help them. They were actually on private property tearing up land that a man uses the grass to bale and sell to some local farmers to feed their cattle and horses.

If those idiots are not smart enough to figure out you dont drive a car through 3 foot tall grass after all that rain next to a flooded creek then thats their problem.

Its a shame you put a passengers life in danger. I highly doubt you could not see 2 feet of standing water in front of you. I have a feeling you saw it but thought it would be "cool" to try and make it through it. Probably trying to impress your lady and in the process putting her life at risk. If she is smart she will find someone else. :hammerhead::hammerhead::hammerhead:

[Krakatau42]

Hahahaha. You're kidding, right?
That was a lot of unfounded assumptions you just made about my situation, and you finish up with insulting my girl's intelligence? You really are a dick.
Cheers.

[LuvdaPack36]

Hahahaha. You're kidding, right?
That was a lot of unfounded assumptions you just made about my situation, and you finish up with insulting my girl's intelligence? You really are a dick.
Cheers.



You to brother. Have a great weekend!

Watch out for flooding creeks and parking lots!:dizzy::dizzy:

[THRIFTY]

FOR SALE:

Exmark metro 32in walk behind,runs and cuts great, $1000 obo.

(913)626-1098

[FreeriderVisa1]

Will be relocating my family to Overland Park area, looking for company or family ran Biz that will take care of my family and I, we currently own and operate our Landscape Maint. biz which we have had for 11 yrs. You can pm me or just call 559-737-0159 Thanks Eric:usflag:

[LBLC_LCO]

Anyone have a dealer they can recommend for snow plows?

[LuvdaPack36]

Anyone have a dealer they can recommend for snow plows?



Depends on what kind you are looking for. Do you have a certain brand in mind? Certain size?

[LBLC_LCO]

Depends on what kind you are looking for. Do you have a certain brand in mind? Certain size?

No specific brand in mind, as far as size I would say 7-8'?. This will be my first year plowing, not finding a whole lot of used stuff out there right now.

[LuvdaPack36]

Try these guys.

http://www.americanequipment.us/

new and used

[robertsturf]

American Equipment

[LBLC_LCO]

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[LBLC_LCO]

Thanks guys, Ill check them out.
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[Hamons]

Anyone have a supplier of recycled street pavers. I used to have guy that had a stockpile of old stockyard pavers --- but his number does not work anymore

[LuvdaPack36]

We need a cool spell

[teamgreendude]

anyone know of a certified arborist, I'm looking to hire one for my company as it has grown alot this year.
Thanks,
James Rosa

[FreeriderVisa1]

Will be back in Overland Park July 29-August 2 for some interviews and to look at houses, anybody in need of help let me know lets talk, Thanks Eric 559-737-0159:drinkup::usflag:

[paolaken]

what happened to everyone?

[THRIFTY]

Still here!!! When is everyone starting aerations?

[ffemtmcd]

next week hopefully - I know a couple that have already started.

[br549oicu8]

A good friend of mine has a family property located around K-7 & 83rd St.
It's somewhat overgrown and in need of help. Are any of you interested? She's a straight shooter, honest and a great photographer (she did my website pics). Please post your contact info so I can put you in touch.
Thanks.

[Turf Cutters]

Hey guys, I have some equipment for sale: 2 Exmark 52" Turf Tracer HP, 1 60" Hustler Super Z, 1 Neary blade sharpener, 1 2003 GMC 3500 ext. cab 4x4, 1 Ram Rod mini skid steer, and a trimmer trap for 3 trimmers. For more information, pm me. Thanks, scott.

[kylesturf]

What r u asking for the 52 exmark
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[Turf Cutters]

I would like $2,500 each for the Exmark or best offer.

[vaughnslawns]

expo in two days....

[robertsturf]

expo in two days....

Yahoo can't wait!!

[teamgreendude]

wish I could go but school is always in the way !!!!, at least this is my senior year then it's off to k-state !!. I also was wondering does anyone know what type of grass seed Barnard's brothers lawn & garden uses ? I'm really unhappy with lesco seed and it's poor quality !!!!

[vaughnslawns]

i'm here..

[br549oicu8]

I was.....now I'm not...LOL!!!

[KC lawn guy]

hey guys, just found this thread. we have been around for 4 yrs in liberty.

[ruftstrebor1]

Hey guys, I have some equipment for sale: 2 Exmark 52" Turf Tracer HP, 1 60" Hustler Super Z, 1 Neary blade sharpener, 1 2003 GMC 3500 ext. cab 4x4, 1 Ram Rod mini skid steer, and a trimmer trap for 3 trimmers. For more information, pm me. Thanks, scott.

How much for the sharpener? How about a pic?

[kylesturf]

kyle from gladstone/kcmo mow,clean up,whatever needs done.

Anybody know a good but cheaper mechanic.I need to get valves adjusted and carb cleaned.

[teamgreendude]

kyle from gladstone/kcmo mow,clean up,whatever needs done.

Anybody know a good but cheaper mechanic.I need to get valves adjusted and carb cleaned.

If you want to travel to overland park kansas, go to arnold lawn & garden in old overland park kansas. I buy most of my stuff and curtis(guy who owns it) is a great guy to do business with !!!!

[wright5223]

Me and alot of guys I know stopped going to Arnold's years ago he's overpriced and not very friendly much anymore he's been tying to sell that place for a cool mil. the last time i was in there I asked if that was true he asked if I wanted to buy it and I said no b/c 1. I dont have the money and 2. the place had a bad rep. I would go out to blue valley in a heart beat

[Hamons]

Great mechanic - TH. Small engine in Olathe 913-839-2495 He get all my business. Nevis reasonable and VERY quick turnaround.
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[teamgreendude]

Me and alot of guys I know stopped going to Arnold's years ago he's overpriced and not very friendly much anymore he's been tying to sell that place for a cool mil. the last time i was in there I asked if that was true he asked if I wanted to buy it and I said no b/c 1. I dont have the money and 2. the place had a bad rep. I would go out to blue valley in a heart beat

That doesn't sound like curtis at all, I buy most of my stuff from them. Curtis & Carol are very nice and treat everyone with respect, and it's closer to my home the blue valley. I still like blue valley but I don't want to drive to 199th & antioch every time Something breaks.

[Hamons]

Wow -- My post above was horrible -- shouldnt try to type more than 1 word with my thumbs!

What I was trying to say was sat how good of an experience I have had with Rob at RG Small Engine in Olathe. www.rgsmallengine.com/ He has done great work for me in the past == all the way from the simple oil changes to the more complex stuff on my big mowers.

His rates are reasonable and his turnaround is VERY quick! 913-839-2495

My only complaint with Arnolds has been their turnaround time -- but I know if you are a regular -- you get in and out faster.

[teamgreendude]

Jeff,
I didn't't know you did mowing to, when I read the turf magazine it said you sub out mowing ? I'm seriously confused now.

[Hamons]

Don't mow. have a couple old 36s I use for my own lawn, fall and spring cleanups on a few customers, various other small jobs. Nothing big.
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[vaughnslawns]

anybody working ?

[teamgreendude]

Just cleaned up sidewalks on a church this morning:weightlifter::weightlifter::drinkup::drinkup:

[M.M.A. Mowing]

I've got two stihl fs110r trimmers for sale. Bought new last march, still look new. $275 for 1 or $500 for the pair. Mike @ 913-742-1094
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[wright5223]

So what's everyone up to these days? We got done with the holiday's, winters half over with in my eyes!

[Travel'n Trees]

I just heard about a landscaper in Blue Springs undercut by their supplier by 25% and looses their builder. That is why I do not work for this company!! There is a reason they were forced to move here. This reminds me of another shady wholesaler both are in Kansas. becareful guys!!!
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[teamgreendude]

can anyone tell me the type of seed that barnds brothers uses ? lesco just isn't producing good enough for me.
Thanks,
James

[robertsturf]

I just heard about a landscaper in Blue Springs undercut by their supplier by 25% and looses their builder. That is why I do not work for this company!! There is a reason they were forced to move here. This reminds me of another shady wholesaler both are in Kansas. becareful guys!!!
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Ill bite, who?

[Travel'n Trees]

Herm__! They also stole from my dad when they first moved here.
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[vaughnslawns]

hi Dave:waving:... got four clean-ups done this week. we need snow!!!!:cry:

[Travel'n Trees]

Hey Greg! I am in race to beat the snow and plant some trees as many as I can
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[Green Acres]

Anyone in the piper area with a snow plow. Might have a driveway for someone.

[FreeriderVisa1]

Looking for a good shop in the area that does motor repaires and some front end work, have a 98 dodge with the 12 valve 5.9 Thanks

[kylesturf]

Does any body here know anything about the citys policys abour lawn signs?
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[wright5223]

can only be in restidental lawns, if you put them on city property THEY WILL TAKE THEM & SOME WILL CALL YOU TO TELL YOU THAT YOU ARE AGAINEST CODES, I have a box of about 100 i haven't touched because I got tried of fighting with them

[vaughnslawns]

0-17 inch event.*trucewhiteflag*

[M.M.A. Mowing]

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[cod8825]

17" Although that is alot of money you have to realize that will shut the city down. I mean they will declare a state of emergency for KC and the metro area.

Matt

[vaughnslawns]

let's go........

[wright5223]

I've told my driveways that I will be there late tommarrow or thursday, my commericals I havin done much

[M.M.A. Mowing]

Headed out tonight...it's gonna be a long one.

[wright5223]

went out for about an hr. -pointless- I'm gonna get up early in the morning

[teamgreendude]

hey john did you get a blade for your chevy ? or are you just using a blower. Also on another note i got admitted to K-state, just need a plow now and I'm going to try to get a boss 9'2 v plow on my duramax in the spring. also does anyone know why rosehill isn't doing the Prairie Village shops anymore ? it's some company called beutiful outdoors.

[Envision]

went out for about an hr. -pointless- I'm gonna get up early in the morning

Almost went out, its pretty bad out. I don't do a whole lot of snow removal, only residential. They understand, they'll wait...

[wright5223]

no still useing the good old snowblowers, I really want to get out of doing snow it's like doing extra credit in school, my bread and butter is lawn mowing and I am looking to start doing apps. this year to phase out doing snow, I went to jamacia about a week ago for a week and loved it and I really would like to start doing that during the winter of instead worry about if it snows or not, I dont know whos doing the shops in P.V.

[vaughnslawns]

snow or not to snow?

[Envision]

For sale, check out the ad, can piece out if necessary...

http://kansascity.craigslist.org/grd/2227651082.html

[teamgreendude]

Hey guys I just got my applicators license, If you need someone to sub fert/weed accounts pm me through ls for details.
Thanks,
James

[vaughnslawns]

two meyers frames 2 7.5 blades 1working e 47 2 parts e 47s

[wright5223]

I have for sale on craigslist a Lesco spreader about 2 years old have 3 only really need 2 $250 firm if interseted call me 913-789-8572 pics are also on craigslist

[vaughnslawns]

well let's get the show on the road..... spring clean-up's start next week.

[M.M.A. Mowing]

2 stihl fs110 string trimmers less than 1 year old, looks new. 2 for $500 or 1 for $275. im needing something smaller. mike 913-742-1094.
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[ffemtmcd]

I'm ready for the season to start!! c'mon spring!!

[paolaken]

already started

[wright5223]

2-4 of snow, Has anyone done their mailiers yet?

[wright5223]

Just wanted to let everyone know I have for sale a Maxey 6 1/2 x 12 trailer for sale need gone soon $1000 firm call me if interested 913-485-8405

Here's the ad on craigslist: http://kansascity.craigslist.org/grd/2266259633.html

[badassgrass]

Does anyone mow close to 138th in Leawood? They have to bag. About 1/2 acre flat lot. Call me 913-232-9265.

[FreeriderVisa1]

Just wanted to get everybodys feedback on what type of Aerator people are using for this type of area and conditions, Thanks :usflag:

[rjgolfer]

For Sale 2008 LazerZ HP 52". Like New...only 400 hours!! Located in Olathe. Purchased new in April 2008 for $8,600. Will sell for 5,250. Call 913 378 7300.

[wright5223]

Is anyones phone ringing yet mine has a little, It needs to warm the hell up

[M.M.A. Mowing]

A little, not a whole lot yet, maybe this weekend will pick up. Back in the 70s!!!
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[wright5223]

yeah thats what I'm bankin' on to

[robertsturf]

Been ringing off the frickin hook!!!

[THRIFTY]

Anyone know where I can get playground mulch or "Safety chips" in bulk in KC? Surburban only has $5.99/3lb bag...

[M.M.A. Mowing]

Rooster rubber, 20something cent a pound all colors.
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[Travel'n Trees]

Call me 816 739-8733 I can take care of you and safety rock. I have a customer with that rubber mulch he has been wanting to unload I didn't anyone still wanted it? I might have a deal for you. We sell alot of safety rock too! Lots of rock deals and check us out for your best wholesale pricing. We sell Suburban's mulch for less.
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[1430092]

I have 1 large property that I treat and I am so sick of pushing that SOB. I can't justify buying a ride-on spreader yet. Is there anybody in the Kansas City market that would consider renting out their machine for one day. You tell me what you would charge. Me and my burning legs thank you for your time!!

[robertsturf]

I have 1 large property that I treat and I am so sick of pushing that SOB. I can't justify buying a ride-on spreader yet. Is there anybody in the Kansas City market that would consider renting out their machine for one day. You tell me what you would charge. Me and my burning legs thank you for your time!!

Give me a shout we can see what we can work out! 816-350-0886 Trent. I don't know about renting it but if you provide the product...

[cdk223]

Cripple Creek up North sells the rubber mulch

[cdk223]

Has anyone advertised on Angie's List? Good? Bad?

[FLC2000]

Had a Sthil BR400 stolen from my truck today over at 75th and High Drive in PV KS. It was about 7 years old but ran great. It had gray tape around the handle area...if anyone happens to see it let me know. I know its a long shot but Id like to have it back. I was in the backyard spraying and came out and it was gone. No more than 3 or 4 minutes.

[teamgreendude]

Had a Sthil BR400 stolen from my truck today over at 75th and High Drive in PV KS. It was about 7 years old but ran great. It had gray tape around the handle area...if anyone happens to see it let me know. I know its a long shot but Id like to have it back. I was in the backyard spraying and came out and it was gone. No more than 3 or 4 minutes.

Holy Sh!t I do a live in Prairie Village and do a lot of work in Prairie Village as well, almost all of my customers put pad locks on their gates because people here have been kicking in doors and talking flat screens laptops, and a lot of other stuff as well. I'll keep an eye on criags list and ebay for it, sorry to hear that dude and I've also been keeping my stihl br-600's locked up tight.:nono::realmad::realmad::wall:wall

[FLC2000]

Holy Sh!t I do a live in Prairie Village and do a lot of work in Prairie Village as well, almost all of my customers put pad locks on their gates because people here have been kicking in doors and talking flat screens laptops, and a lot of other stuff as well. I'll keep an eye on criags list and ebay for it, sorry to hear that dude and I've also been keeping my stihl br-600's locked up tight.:nono::realmad::realmad::wall:wall



yup, time to get some cages on my trailer with some locks. Talked to the guy I used to work for and he had 3 brand new backpacks stolen in Mission Hills 2 weeks ago. Last week he had a complete truck and trailer stolen down at Kemper Arena. They found it 2 hours later in Raytown with nothing missing.

[teamgreendude]

yup, time to get some cages on my trailer with some locks. Talked to the guy I used to work for and he had 3 brand new backpacks stolen in Mission Hills 2 weeks ago. Last week he had a complete truck and trailer stolen down at Kemper Arena. They found it 2 hours later in Raytown with nothing missing.

I kinda find this ironic since i have 2 lawns near 75th & Holmes and nothings happened yet? but I've locked up my enclosed whenever I'm in a back yard or when I'm not around, where in mission hills was it? I have a nice upscale account I want to be careful and not end up losing one of my machines.

[FLC2000]

I kinda find this ironic since i have 2 lawns near 75th & Holmes and nothings happened yet? but I've locked up my enclosed whenever I'm in a back yard or when I'm not around, where in mission hills was it? I have a nice upscale account I want to be careful and not end up losing one of my machines.



Not to sure. He takes care of 30 or 40 yards down there.

[THRIFTY]

Is this all this rain putting anyone else in a bad mood!? Damn....

[teamgreendude]

Is this all this rain putting anyone else in a bad mood!? Damn....

YES my mower decks are caked with grass, now hopefully I can focus on my arborist certification and expand hopefully.

[FLC2000]

YES my mower decks are caked with grass, now hopefully I can focus on my arborist certification and expand hopefully.




Try Fluid Film or spray cooking oil. It keep the grass from sticking to the bottom of the deck.

[teamgreendude]

Try Fluid Film or spray cooking oil. It keep the grass from sticking to the bottom of the deck.

Do you know where to buy fluid flim from ? Arnold doesn't sell it but they have an off brand toro deck cleaner thing type spray ?

[FLC2000]

Do you know where to buy fluid flim from ? Arnold doesn't sell it but they have an off brand toro deck cleaner thing type spray ?



Reynolds has it over in Shawnee. I love the stuff.

[teamgreendude]

Reynolds has it over in Shawnee. I love the stuff.

I just used pam today and I guess I'll see what happens, oh yea I also scraped the mowers off and OH BOY was there a sh!t ton of caked on grass and sticks.

[FLC2000]

I just used pam today and I guess I'll see what happens, oh yea I also scraped the mowers off and OH BOY was there a sh!t ton of caked on grass and sticks.

I clean mine off every night when I sharpen. Clean decks keep the grass moving. I also hose them off so diseases are not transfered from one lawn to the next.

PAM works well but I suggest getting the fluid film. Its also a rush inhibitor. Its like WD-40 on steroids.

[teamgreendude]

is anyone going to be doing grub control soon ? I've had trouble timing mine just right so they dont kill lawns here. I'm also taking the applicators test on the 6th, anyone have any advise ?

[rjgolfer]

Olathe KS....For Sale: $6,950 1994 Isuzu NPR with landscape bed (14 ft. plus 4ft. dovetail). Good Condition. Chevy 350. 132k miles. Gas engine. Automatic transmision. Within the last 5,000 miles truck has…. Passed DOT inspection and includes new rear brake cylinders and shoes, fuel pump, coil, battery, 2 new tires, manifold gasket. Bed includes split fold down gate, side panels drop, storage box, locking trimmer rack and water jug holder. Great truck to load mowing equipment!! Call 913 378 7300 or email rjgolfer1957@yahoo.com

[FLC2000]

is anyone going to be doing grub control soon ? I've had trouble timing mine just right so they dont kill lawns here. I'm also taking the applicators test on the 6th, anyone have any advise ?



Which ones are you taking?

The best advice I could give is not to take more than one test at a time. The first time I did it I took the General and the 3b. Had a horrible time. The second time I did it. I took the General alone and then went back a couple months later and took the 3b. Passed both with flying colors.

[teamgreendude]

Which ones are you taking?

The best advice I could give is not to take more than one test at a time. The first time I did it I took the General and the 3b. Had a horrible time. The second time I did it. I took the General alone and then went back a couple months later and took the 3b. Passed both with flying colors.

im talking 3a and 3b, so just do them separately ?

[FLC2000]

im talking 3a and 3b, so just do them separately ?


I would. But Im a bad test taker. I found it was easier to concentrate on one thing at a time so as not to overload.

[FLC2000]

much needed rain!

[FLC2000]

I dont know if any of you ride but I have a 2007 Ultra Classic for sale with only 5000 miles. If anyone knows anybody who is looking shoot me a PM. Thanks.

[vaughnslawns]

everybody still kicking???

[JC lawn care]

Hello,

I am new to these forums.

I do lawn care and landscaping and have decided to get into snow plow.
I have done a lot of research on the subject and after seeking some advice I have decided to look for sub work my first year.
Like any other profession it is unwise to jump in both feet. Instead of assuming I can do this the right way without any prior experience I thought I would start here and see if i can sub myself and my truck/plow for a season to make sure I am qualified to give good service.

I have a newer 3/4 ton diesel with blade.

Please call me at 816-769-6336 if you are interested in talking about this.

Johnathan

[M.M.A. Mowing]

Just when we thought it was cooling down, it hits 100 today. Come on fall!!!

[cod8825]

So when is everybody going to wind down there fall overseeding. I am just about done but I am not sure how to handle the straglers that call last week of September first week of October. It seems to be cooler daytime temps and night as well just wondering what you thought.

Matt

[FLC2000]

So when is everybody going to wind down there fall overseeding. I am just about done but I am not sure how to handle the straglers that call last week of September first week of October. It seems to be cooler daytime temps and night as well just wondering what you thought.

Matt




What do you mean by "handling" them?

[cod8825]

By "handling" them I mean do you try and do it and take a chance of the grass coming up does one day, two three days mean the difference between successful and failure or not looking as good as possible. When do you cut the seeding off. We know that you should do the job six to eight weeks before a hard freeze which for us is around the 28th of October according to National Weather Service.

Do you recommend spring seeding even though it doesn't work as well, DORMANT SEEDING how do you explain that to them and how it works. Do you charge as much for dormant seeding because it is a different type of work. T

That is what I mean. In years past I would have a couple overseeding jobs this year I am not sure that I am going to get them done. The lawns that are looking nice that I did at the first of September their neighbors are calling on and asking I really do not want to do any jobs after the first of October.

Matt

[FLC2000]

By "handling" them I mean do you try and do it and take a chance of the grass coming up does one day, two three days mean the difference between successful and failure or not looking as good as possible. When do you cut the seeding off. We know that you should do the job six to eight weeks before a hard freeze which for us is around the 28th of October according to National Weather Service.

Do you recommend spring seeding even though it doesn't work as well, DORMANT SEEDING how do you explain that to them and how it works. Do you charge as much for dormant seeding because it is a different type of work. T

That is what I mean. In years past I would have a couple overseeding jobs this year I am not sure that I am going to get them done. The lawns that are looking nice that I did at the first of September their neighbors are calling on and asking I really do not want to do any jobs after the first of October.

Matt



Im still going to seed. Seed can germinate in 7-10 days with plenty of water and some starter fert.

I wont seed in the spring. At all. Once the pre-m's go down there is no point in doing it. Ive never tried the dormant seeding and doubt I ever will. To many intangibles that go into it.

Id go ahead and do it in all honesty. It really cant hurt anything if you do. If its just aerating and overseeding to an already established yard then you have nothing to lose.

[KC lawn guy]

just curious what the going rate for fert per sqft is in the area. I always just kinda knew by the guy I use to work for. but never knew the sqft. thanks

[paolaken]

hey all, been along time since i've been on. hope everyone had a good year.

[wright5223]

Be glad when this year is over!

I've been wanting to let everyone know that Shawnee Repair is no more:laugh: I drove by and there was a lease sign in the window and I saw everyone putting displays in the trash

and 2, I went by Arnold's the other day against my own will and good old curtis isn't looking to good by the looks of it, he mite of had a stoke or something

[FLC2000]

just curious what the going rate for fert per sqft is in the area. I always just kinda knew by the guy I use to work for. but never knew the sqft. thanks



Im a smaller company and Im at $8.00 per thousand sq ft. I was talking to a guy from Ryan the other night and they are at $10.00 per thousand sq ft with a price increase coming next year.

[FLC2000]

Be glad when this year is over!

I've been wanting to let everyone know that Shawnee Repair is no more:laugh: I drove by and there was a lease sign in the window and I saw everyone putting displays in the trash

and 2, I went by Arnold's the other day against my own will and good old curtis isn't looking to good by the looks of it, he mite of had a stoke or something



Only Reynolds and Maisch for me. I wont step foot near Arnolds with their high prices and terrible customer service. Curtis is a nice guy but they are con artists.

[wright5223]

Ryan goes up every year that's what makes are phone ring
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[FLC2000]

Ryan goes up every year that's what makes are phone ring
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They are also going to a 7 step program next year. Couple that with the price increase and Im sure there will be some unahppy folks but someone has to pay for those "clean red trucks"

[FLC2000]

Quick warning for anyone out there.

If you get a call from Augustine Exterminators or Chris Augustine DO NOT take the job. We are now going to court with them for thousands in unpaid bills. Stay away from them.

[Envision]

Anyone use this seed this year? If so, any issues with germination? On lawns where I've verticut using this seed, the germination has been very sparse. Of note, these are non-irrigated lawns and rely on the customer watering like crazy due to the dry weather.

Just curious to hear if anyone else has had bad results...

[wright5223]

They are also going to a 7 step program next year. Couple that with the price increase and Im sure there will be some unahppy folks but someone has to pay for those "clean red trucks"

Are you Kidding me!

[vaughnslawns]

@ ky for gie expo

[Snyder's Lawn Inc]

@ ky for gie expo

How was the trip be there sometime tomorrow evening
You take 64 to 265 was there any problems

[FLC2000]

Talk about some much needed rain...

[vaughnslawns]

Agree. Rained all the way to ky.

[cod8825]

Wait that was what we had last called. I forgot their was such a thing as rain.

[FLC2000]

Does anyone here do snow? Ive been in business for 11 years cutting grass and doing landscaping and this year Im jumping into snow. Ill be doing all my houses and a couple commercials that they own. Probably about 50 or so properties. Ive been helping out the guy I used to work for since I went into business so I know the in's out and out's of plows and how to do it.

Im looking for a pricing system though. I know Ill be separating it into groups like the following.

1-4"
5-8"
9-12"
12" and above

Im just not sure how to price driveways from a single drive to a double to a circle.

Anyone have any advice?

[KC lawn guy]

anyone go to the expo and see the wright mid size z i have been hearing about?

[Regankc]

FLC2000, I've been clearing snow for 10 years or so, but only on our commercial properties (primarily small apt bldgs around the Plaza). Generally, we clear once per storm.

Never been able to get the economics to work for residential. I'm sure there are homeowners who would pay $100 to have their drive and walkway cleared and treated, but I don't even want to pursue it, fearing I'm going to end up with a handful of properties that become a nuisance.

For commercial, I price for clearing and chemical treatment separately. The clearing will increase with the accumulation. 4"-6" = 150% of clearing bid. 6"-8" = 200%, etc. On some properties this is set at 4" intervals.

Is anybody structuring their bids different from this?

[Regankc]

I need to subcontract snow removal work on a small lot located just north of the Nelson Art Gallery. The lot is approx 5000 sqft, enclosed by buildings and parking garages. There is no place to pack the snow in the lot. Thus, it needs to be carried out of the lot and dumped in a vacant lot across the street. It requires a bobcat, which I don't have.

Regan
913-226-2834

[Envision]

Does anyone here do snow? Ive been in business for 11 years cutting grass and doing landscaping and this year Im jumping into snow. Ill be doing all my houses and a couple commercials that they own. Probably about 50 or so properties. Ive been helping out the guy I used to work for since I went into business so I know the in's out and out's of plows and how to do it.

Im looking for a pricing system though. I know Ill be separating it into groups like the following.

1-4"
5-8"
9-12"
12" and above

Im just not sure how to price driveways from a single drive to a double to a circle.

Anyone have any advice?

In my experience with residential snow removal in the years I've done it, homeowners typically only want it done once per event and like one price. Sort of like mowing, most charge the same in the spring as they do in the summer, regardless of rapid or limited growth.

[FLC2000]

Thanks for the replys guys. I think Im going to hold off till next year on the snow. I have about $7000.00 saved up and I think Im going to use it as my nestegg for the winter so I dont get backed up.

I did take $1000 of it for a steal on craigslist. Picked up a fairly new dual axle trailer with trimmer racks, backpack blower racks and a water cooler rack from a guy who is going out of business. Made off like a bandit.

[paolaken]

hey all, been awhile since i've been on here. everyone ready for snow? doesn't look like we will be getting anything tonight but out west look out. i really don't want snow till after the first of the year.

[All_American_lawn]

More than ready for the snow! Even more ready for march, miss that money! If anyone needs any subs for either driveway, or sidewalk work or mowing next season feel free to call me! 816-646-1648, names Bobby, I own All American Lawn & Snow, west side of the metro, service Johnson and Wyandotte counties.

[cod8825]

Who thinks that it is going to snow tonight?

[teamgreendude]

Who thinks that it is going to snow tonight?

When I was out today at a lawn cleaning leafs it didn't look like it might snow, I sure hope it does I want some snow!

[wright5223]

If it does it does I'm just glad that I'm not some of these guys going out and buying new snow plows sitting by wishing it snows
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[grassman177]

snowing right now

[vaughnslawns]

Just a flury here:realmad:

[Snyder's Lawn Inc]

If it does it does I'm just glad that I'm not some of these guys going out and buying new snow plows sitting by wishing it snows
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calling for my area 3-4'' hope get something I want try out my ATV tripping rear pull plow That I made for my sidewalk crew
Bad thing my 7740 started a fuel leak at the pump Still waiting on parts So hope for very little snow

[grassman177]

nothing more than a flurry that turned into ice

[cod8825]

Got about an inch in Harrisonville going to run through properties in Lee's Summit to put down ice melt, salt and such as needed man it is going to be cold out tonight.

[Snyder's Lawn Inc]

up in kirksville we got 3-4'' it was a packing snow would stick to the plows fluid flim didnt work after first lot

[vaughnslawns]

Just a ice-control event :cry:

[alrhoads]

New to the site, glad to see people from my area on here. Looks like this winter is going to be a wash unless things change, so I am starting to plan for spring. Thinking about doing more Bobcat work than lawn's, but work for the loader has been hard to find.

[wright5223]

Did anyone go to the ryan get together today? I was talking to a buddy of mine that works for ryan the other day and he told me that the owner of martz bros. wants to sell his biz to ryan, but they won't do it b/c 80% of the income is off of snow removal and also to in a few years they mite be looking into buying out brosore's

[cod8825]

Wright:

Who is Brosore's and secondly will the Martz's customers be able to afford Ryan's pricing?

Food for thought.

[grassman177]

as respectful as i am for larry ryan and what he has done, they are a crock as far as pricing and the fert push they use. just like chemlawn.

buy out borsoes? they are full service, ryan would not want to get into mowing and such would they?

[wright5223]

That's what I said to
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[FLC2000]

Which Boresow? Certainly not Jerry. He will never sell out. As far as the other one goes I could see it selling out. After Mark passed there has been some problems with the way the company has been run. Nobody had a passion for grass like Mark and that just wasnt passed on.

[cod8825]

All Right it looks like me might get a full on pushable snow event Monday lets hope nothing like a little snow to make Valentine's day more romantic. HAHAHAHA sorry couldn't help myself.

[grassman177]

i am hoping for the snow. but, the season will be starting very soon after that for us. are you gys ready>?

[FLC2000]

I usually head out to start mowing the last week in March. I have a lot of yards that need to be cut by then and could be even sooner this year if these temps hold up. I wonder how this warm temps and warm soil temps will effect applications this spring?

[vaughnslawns]

10~4.......

[cod8825]

I was waiting until this upcoming week to start some of my dormant seeding/early spring seeding jobs nothing like a little bit of snow and rain to make it more of a fun outting.

We start apps second week of March.

[ffemtmcd]

Hey All - Hope your doing well. I was wondering if any of you could give me a name of a good (or decent) place to get invoices made without breaking the bank. Seems like some are way overpriced. Thanks in advance for the help.

[FLC2000]

Hey All - Hope your doing well. I was wondering if any of you could give me a name of a good (or decent) place to get invoices made without breaking the bank. Seems like some are way overpriced. Thanks in advance for the help.

You dont print your own?

[ffemtmcd]

I do - but state requires leaving a copy when you fert or spray, kinda tired of writing 2 invoices for every app done.

[ffemtmcd]

I do, but for fert / spray apps the state requires you leave a copy with all kinds of info, and I'm tired of writing things twice

[FLC2000]

I thought you were referring to mowing or landscaping. I do some apps, not much, but a few. I just print out the invoices the day of the app.

I made my own spreadsheet for all the info the state wants on it and then I clip the invoice with the price on it to it.

[alrhoads]

Check out greytex.com . It look like it is carbon copy with out the carbon sheet that you can print your self., about $50 for 250 invoices.

[hhlawn]

Hey if you are looking for a printing company let me know. They can do anything for you. Aaron has done allot of work for me on stuff like this. Contracts, invoices, whatever. He has a typeset press , color, pretty much whatever. you will get what you pay for and usually he will deliver and do set up and or design. email me at hhlawn@kc.rr.com if you need a number



I do, but for fert / spray apps the state requires you leave a copy with all kinds of info, and I'm tired of writing things twice

[ffemtmcd]

Thanks for the help guys - much appreciated

[vaughnslawns]

Thumbs UpLet's get it on...... wishing everyone a profitable season:waving:

[ffemtmcd]

also - if anyone has or knows of a small spray rig at a reasonable price let me know - have a great year everyone!!

[FreeriderVisa1]

Ryan Lawn & Tree getting into mowing ? Thats a good one, maybe hes learning he Can make money at it !! Good luck !!

[vaughnslawns]

Great week of clean-ups so far.

[ffemtmcd]

good to hear - got some good prospects in the works - hope it goes well

[ffemtmcd]

Does anyone know where I can rent a power spreader?? Have some good size jobs coming up and would like to save some time. Or if someone has one they could rent to me - or looking to sell..... Let me know - Thanks

[FLC2000]

I dont know if any of you guys do landscaping but I highly recommend using Kat Nursuries out in Olathe. I started going to them last year and their wholesale prices are phenomonal.

[ffemtmcd]

Does anyone have a spray rig they are looking to sell?? or maybe know someone that does?

[teamgreendude]

Ryan Lawn & Tree getting into mowing ? Thats a good one, maybe hes learning he Can make money at it !! Good luck !!

Is he really going to do it? Larry told me that he may be stepping on some peoples toes if he decides to pursue it. Are you still at Ryan? I'm still waiting to hear back from Russ Merwin About my possible internship there over the summer.

[FreeriderVisa1]

No Im not, it was a great Company to work for and great people, but it was time for me to move on, good luck with your internship there, be prepared to work !! Good luck !!:usflag:

[teamgreendude]

No Im not, it was a great Company to work for and great people, but it was time for me to move on, good luck with your internship there, be prepared to work !! Good luck !!:usflag:

I also got to do a ride along with the pruning department which was really fun, where are you right now?

[MXHalofan]

Sup guys, I'm looking for biz insurance. Where's a good place to get your gen liability and equipment coverage? Thanks

[ffemtmcd]

I'm using state farm right now - will shop around at the end of the season again.

[vaughnslawns]

American family.

[tebletlawns]

Acuity for biz and equipment, CNA for commercial auto. Twin lakes insurance compay. Great rates AND great service from the agents. Hard to find both. Off topic ?. What is the average hourly wage for a chemical applicator. I just got my license and I am going to be working for a buddy in my spare time but dont really know what I should be making. I already know all the properties and have been helping him for a couple of seasons so im not a total newb to chemicals.

[grassman177]

hey team green dude, you used to have the contract for home cheap right? team green was coming here to our HD to mow etc, but now again they chose a local contractor(who knows why, since we did a ton of business with them)

[teamgreendude]

hey team green dude, you used to have the contract for home cheap right? team green was coming here to our HD to mow etc, but now again they chose a local contractor(who knows why, since we did a ton of business with them)

Grass Man I think that's TG lawn service and ironically his website is very similar to mine. So now i have change my website because one guy already confused me for him. I'm also getting out of mowing and more into lawn, tree and irrigation stuff. To some it up I'd never mow home depot because there cheap as hell.

[MXHalofan]

Thanks guys, American Family got me a good rate. PM if you want to know the details.

[grassman177]

That is true and they areGrass Man I think that's TG lawn service and ironically his website is very similar to mine. So now i have change my website because one guy already confused me for him. I'm also getting out of mowing and more into lawn, tree and irrigation stuff. To some it up I'd never mow home depot because there cheap as hell.
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