Kansas City!!!!

[LonniesLawns]

Planet Marrs Recycling gets most of my business. I=35 and Roe

[IN2MOWN]

How about this rain. Had to mow in the rain all day today, no stopping. But I finally got all caught up! :drinkup:



I havent worked since Wednesday although Im only back about 20 accounts. Ill do them Monday and then start on my regular list. Dont want to lose 2 days of income.

[ccondie]

yeah i havnt got to mow since wed this week. iam going to be going crazy this week trying to get caughtup and then trying to get ahead to go out of town next week.

[Loy's Home Services, LLC]

Wishing everyone a safe and happy fourth. Keep a close eye on the young ones!!!!!!!!!!!:waving:

[vaughnslawns]

:sleeping: .................................

[IN2MOWN]

Still trying to get caught up. More rain the forecast for next week...

[Greatdane522003]

I have for sale a 2005 lesco belt walk behide it has 220hrs on it I'm asking $1800 it comes with a bagger, I will also throw in a one year old toro push mower it has a blade brake and is self perpelled, If anyoned interested please call 913-485-8405, I have pics on craigslist.com under lawn and garden

[hhlawn]

Hey who has customers that like mum's?
I just got a call from the grower that I get mum's from, and he told me that He over grew this season and has 1000 extra 2gallon mums I already got 400 coming that I am using for a commercial customer, so I said I would pass it on. I have been getting mums from them for 4 years now, and they are awsome.

Info:
2-Gallon pot, the spacing is 24" x 24" and they will touch.
The colors are Red, Yellow, White, Lavender, Bronze, and Orange. There is
at least four shades of every color, so probably about 24 varieties. Like I said these flowers are beautiful. They will be available the first maybe second week of September when the flowers will just start to crack open.

The cost is 11.95 per. 2gallon. We can discuss pick up / or delivery. They also grow in Bushel Baskets, 1/2
Bushel Baskets, and Pecks (1/4 bushel basket) I can get pricing.

Let me know if you are interested in any, or need more info.

Thanks
Hershey

[LonniesLawns]

Very nice Ryan® Ren-O-Thin Power Rake


6.5hp Briggs Motor. Newer blades underneath.

* Powerful Briggs & Stratton 6.5-hp gas engine.
* Spring-loaded reel clutch for positive raking control.
* Use to rake, dethatch turf or break up aeration cores.
* Pivoting front axle allows maintaining of a stable surface.

I have used this to make thousands of dollars seeding every year. Only getting rid of it because I bought a new overseeder and won't need this one any more.


Asking $500. You'll make that much money with your first job.

http://www.lawnsite.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=84726&stc=1&d=1184263882

http://www.lawnsite.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=84727&stc=1&d=1184263892

[SSS 18734]

If anyone is interested I have 19 accounts for sale in South KC. I will only be able to service them until August 20th.

http://www.lawnsite.com/showthread.php?t=194124&highlight=kansas+city%21

[E & J Pro Turf]

i have a like new 2006 52" cut 25hp kawasaki wright stander with 135 hours on it im asking $5500 with a accelerator aluminum bagger. the mower is in excellent shape im just getting out of the business to pursue a different career.

http://img338.imageshack.us/img338/1706/img00065gr4.jpg

A scag 36" hydro with proslide about 500 hours on it .Also comes with scag bagger and JRCO Dethatcher. $2400

http://img113.imageshack.us/img113/2826/img00066hz9.jpg

Shindiawa t2500 used about 1 season $225
Sthil FS100rx used about 1 1/2 seasons $250
http://img240.imageshack.us/img240/9427/img00067ge0.jpg

and a 2005 texas bragg 6.5' by 12' dove tail trailer 3500 axle with trimmer rack and trailermate cage for storage $1000
http://img106.imageshack.us/img106/6813/img00069hg1.jpg
Have you sold all this equipment?


If not whats left.

[Turf Cutters]

I still have the Hustler Super Z 60" and the Everride Scorpion 52" for sale. If interested call 913.642.7996.

[LonniesLawns]

Does anybody have skid loader operator that they regularly sub out to and they would like to recommend.

[Green Acres]

Lonnie I do bobcat work I have a bobcat T-190 give me a call if you need anything 913-422-5111.

Thanks,
Chad

[carcrz]

Lonnie, whatcha need done? I might be interested.

[LonniesLawns]

I was actually looking more for a excavation company to regulaly sub out bobcat work too.

I do have a project upcoming moving 8 ton of river rock to the backyard of a home on a steep hillside.

[carcrz]

I used a company called Dirt Works years ago. They did a pretty decent job & were reasonable.

[holyshnikies]

I still have all the equipment for sale

[E & J Pro Turf]

Call me about this equipment 816-935-5530.

[Green Acres]

Lonnie,
We do alot of bobcat work/ landscaping we can move the rock for you if your still looking for someone.

[ffemtmcd]

Hey there - Also in the Jo Co area (south end). Starting my own lawn care business and just found this site. Have not read through all 127 pages of this thread yet though LOL

[IN2MOWN]

Hey there - Also in the Jo Co area (south end). Starting my own lawn care business and just found this site. Have not read through all 127 pages of this thread yet though LOL


Welcome and good luck.

Gardner area is really booming. Are you planning on concentrating out there?

[ffemtmcd]

Welcome and good luck.

Gardner area is really booming. Are you planning on concentrating out there?

Yes I am. gonna try to anyway.

[ccondie]

I am looking for a reliable and good company that is in kc that i sub out all my fert and weed applications to. I have a list of customers that i have setup with a co. around here and im not seeing the results that i would like. If any one knows of a GOOD co. around kc that could help me that would be great. you can call or email me condieslawnlandscape@yahoo.com or 913 485 5501

[MisterGreen]

Looking For A Place Asap To Store My Trucks And Equipment In Stilwell, Ks Or Close By. Thanks

[paolaken]

buy or rent the old blue valley tractor building. would make a killer shop. probably to much money though.

[Lombardo's Lawn Care]

Hello everyone... I just joined the other day as I came upon this site looking for some advice. We are located in Grain Valley and my husband has been in business for 15 years. Over time the amount of money we have lost from deadbeats and non-paying commercial accounts is ridiculous. I'm so sick of people owing and not paying and I want to do something about it just not sure what steps to take. Currently we have an account that he's done for the past 5 years. Recently the property was sold but the ppl in the office told us to continue doing the work. One day the new manager stopped him while they were mowing and told him that she had hired someone else and basically for them to get off the property. So that was in April, they owe 1933.00 and even after letters and phone calls I still get no response (OR CHECK !!!). The bad part is that since we've always done their lawn care and snow removal (before the new owners)we don't have a signed contract for this year (lesson learned). So where do I go from here? Small claims court? Mechanics lien? Collections? Any advice would be much appreciated !!

[badassgrass]

lomb: How long did you mow for the new owners? You don't have a contract but you might have an implied contract (for example they could have told you don't mow eight months ago but never said anything)

[Lombardo's Lawn Care]

Just two mowings in April 2007. But after we had done the work we received a letter from the old owners dated May16, 2007 that said the property has been sold so the account should be closed and no charges accrued after April 20, 2007. I was like "how are they gonna send us a letter dated May 16 and tell us not to do any more work after April 20 ??" We had already done the work.

[ffemtmcd]

Does anybody know where I can rent or buy a "lawn renovator" (like the one in the ad up top) around here??

[badassgrass]

lomb: Sorry but that doesn't sound good. But maybe I don't understand. Two mows and they owe you 1933.00? Is some of that balance from the old owners?

[carcrz]

You could try Olddebts.com. Let us know how it works out if you do.

[Lombardo's Lawn Care]

Have you tried Lesco?

[Travel'n Trees]

Beware of that Horizon automotive, in Blue Springs.

[Lombardo's Lawn Care]

lomb: Sorry but that doesn't sound good. But maybe I don't understand. Two mows and they owe you 1933.00? Is some of that balance from the old owners?

It was a big commercial account- a bunch of townhomes in KC that we mowed bi-weekly. One mowing was $1400. The second time we went to mow in April the new manager stopped the guys as they were only 1/3 of the way done mowing. So we charged them for one full mowing plus 1/3 of the second mowing. The old owners payed everything up until April 20 and when this billing conflict came up they told me "according to the sales agreement the new owners were responsible for anything after the sale of the property." The problem was that we knew nothing about this whole deal (or we wouldn't have been mowing)until after the fact- in May, after it was too late cause we had already done the work in April.

[apowell18]

Lombardo: do you have many accounts in Grain Valley? I live in GV and was only able to snag ONE account this year. suck.

Set up a meeting with the new owners and the old. 2K is a lot of money. Even a conference call might help. Good luck

[paolaken]

send a couple of guys names bubba and rocko to talk to them, or persuade them to pay.

[IN2MOWN]

Anyone know where I can get some rain?

[carcrz]

I think I might have some on our side of town today. I was going to put down my next step today, but I think I'm going to put it off a li'l.

[IN2MOWN]

12 yards on the list today and only did 6 of them. This sucks and no rain in sight.

[Green Acres]

Is everyone staying busy?

[Turf Cutters]

I am selling my business. The list includes, two trucks, two trailers, three walk behinds, one stander, two zero turns, assorted trimmers and blowers, one ATV with snow blade, three snowblowers, one pallet of ice melt, and the customer list. If interested call 913.642.7996. I will still continue doing chem apps and I have made a career change.

[carcrz]

PM me info on the Stander

[IN2MOWN]

Is everyone staying busy?



Kinda.

Unless they call their yard is getting done.

If they dont call and wait for me to show up to cancel for the week they are getting charged 50% for gas.

MOST of them understand.

We need rain bad and none in sight for 10 days.

[carcrz]

I was double cutting all spring. If they want it done or not, I'll be there w/ a bill in my hand. I am usually just touching things up this time of year anyhow.

I hear ya on the rain! It thundered a little the other day & that was it. What a teaser!

[HazellLawnCare]

Anyone know of any commercial mowers up around Maryville, MO? I have an awesome helper who is getting ready to go back to school and I thought I would try and find him a job up there.

[Green Acres]

TurfCutters
What are the trucks you are getting rid of?

[Turf Cutters]

2003 GMC diesel 4x4 ext cab dually and a 1999 Dodge 4x4 3/4 ton with V10. If need more information call me at 913.642.7996.

[Loy's Home Services, LLC]

Any pics of equip?

[mowerdave]

Not many commercial mowers around Maryville. I grew up close to there and most of work is done the old fashioned way, by homeowners. He ought to try to get a job on the grounds at the college. They always have nice looking grounds and will hire students.

[mowerdave]

Where does everyone get irrigation parts from up north like around Smithville or Kearney. I usually go to Reams in Lenexa, but will be needing parts closer to some jobs.

[Turf Cutters]

I'll try have pics latter this week.

[paolaken]

Where does everyone get irrigation parts from up north like around Smithville or Kearney. I usually go to Reams in Lenexa, but will be needing parts closer to some jobs.

thats a long haul for parts. i've got 4 supply houses within a few miles of each other in olathe. i can't believe theres not one north of the river somewhere.

[paolaken]

I am selling my business. The list includes, two trucks, two trailers, three walk behinds, one stander, two zero turns, assorted trimmers and blowers, one ATV with snow blade, three snowblowers, one pallet of ice melt, and the customer list. If interested call 913.642.7996. I will still continue doing chem apps and I have made a career change.

how much for the ice melt?

[paolaken]

Where does everyone get irrigation parts from up north like around Smithville or Kearney. I usually go to Reams in Lenexa, but will be needing parts closer to some jobs.

i saw a ewing truck today and it said it had a location in blue springs as well as olathe.

[badassgrass]

sss Are you still interested in selling those accounts. 913-233-9265.

[Lawn Marvel]

Hey people,

I'm a part timer in Lawrence. I just started earlier this year and I'd like to see where it can take me later in life.

[carcrz]

Who got pulled over on 435 E last night (Just going into the triangle)?

[paolaken]

Who got pulled over on 435 E last night (Just going into the triangle)?

was there a check point or someone just get pulled over? saw that wreck saturday on 435 on the kansas side. went buy it a few hours after it happened. looked very very bad. i hate to see those things.

[carcrz]

No probably just speeding, but the cop had all 3 of them out of the truck on the shoulder.

[IN2MOWN]

was there a check point or someone just get pulled over? saw that wreck saturday on 435 on the kansas side. went buy it a few hours after it happened. looked very very bad. i hate to see those things.

I think 4 died in that one. Pretty nasty.

[paolaken]

lets get this back on the first page.

[Envision]

I have a lawn for someone to bid if they want the mowing. It is in Blue Springs, pretty large, near 7 and Duncan. If you get it, I have 3 to sell nearby - tired of driving to BS.

IM me and I'll get you the number.

Tim.

[kcpondkeeper]

i have a doolittle master dump for sale 6'x10' 5000 ton capacity or 6 yard volume, 3 way gate and elect over hydralic lift,elect brakes,retractable tarp permenatly installed trailer was used rarely asking $4000.00
816 214 7967

[Loy's Home Services, LLC]

Pictures possilbel?, does it come with ramps or r they not needed?

[Loy's Home Services, LLC]

Hey guy's. Next year I am giong all commercial. I plan on selling about 35 residential accounts. All are in the northland; Kansas City, Gladstone, Liberty, Parkville. PM me if anyone is interested. Thanks, Kenny

[badassgrass]

Kenny: Can you give me a call this weekend ? 913-233-9265. Thanks
Brian

[roushjh]

I'm looking for some good commercial equipment in the KC area. I'm out of the lawn business now, but I've got 3 acres to mow and I need something bigger than my 36 Exmark wb.

It's getting to be the time of year that people decide to quit the biz, and I'm looking to get a value. I'd like either a ZTR or a Wright Stander with at least a 48" cut.

Somebody had a 52 stander with 14 hrs on it for $4k, but he sold it bright and early this morning. DARN!!!

If anyone hears of anything it would be appreciated.

THANKS,

John

[cleancutccl]

I have a 48" great dane with about 150 hours on it. Just got it this spring. I would want around $4700 for it.

[IN2MOWN]

Any of you guy around 127th and State Line in Leawood today?

High speed car chase in a subdivision called The Royse today. SOB damn near ran me over. He was going about 100 MPH down Sagamore when I stepped out on the street. I had my ear plugs in and was starting up my trimmer.

He missed me by about 3 feet.

I cant seem to find anything on the news or net about it.

[IN2MOWN]

Heres a little bit about it. Just dug something up.

http://www.thekansascitychannel.com/video/14008074/index.html

[vaughnslawns]

was that your lawn truck?

[IN2MOWN]

was that your lawn truck?



No, I was long gone when the news finally showed up.

[badassgrass]

Loy's: Still interested in selling the northland accounts?
913-233-9265 Brian

[vaughnslawns]

We Gatta Kick This Thread More Often.

[magardener]

Hello All---- New to biz & forums. Been doing personal gardening 2nd yr now. Last mo got contract w/mgmt co. for single fam homes..upper end. Mowing was only 20% of biz b4. Now mow/snow biggest % of income.
From time to time, I may need a slap, or suggestion, or pat on the back.... or just some people to go fishin' with....... Anyway;

Looking for good place to find/buy used walk-behind or stand-on or even rider. Also... snow blade.... Info on what/where/how install--fit '99 Ford Ranger. Anybody-AnyHelp......

[paolaken]

last time i was there, the Mower Doctor in Bucyrus, KS had a good deal on a couple of walkbehinds. 913-533-2303
i know of a couple of blades for sale but they are too large for a ranger.

[carcrz]

I've got 2 48" Ferris WB that need new front bearings on the front caster wheels. That's it. They are both good machines.

[Green Acres]

Looking for a Lesco push spreader if anyone has one they want to get rid of.

[carcrz]

there was 2 of em for $300 either on here, craigslist, or ebay

[magardener]

Thanks for the info..... CARCRZ... How much are you asking for 1 Ferris..?

[carcrz]

1600 ea or 3 for both. very very low hours. We started out w/ them & then ended up w/ properties too large to use them on so bought some IS3000's. We only used them for probably 3 or 4 months on a few properties w/ trees. They might have 50 hours @ the most on them.

[carcrz]

Here's those spreaders (http://www.lawnsite.com/showthread.php?t=199977). I knew I saw them somewhere.

[ccondie]

wow i didnt know that heppened here in leawood. I live 2 min away from there. The house that they robbed the tools and stuff from, my family is good friends with. people some times.

[IN2MOWN]

wow i didnt know that heppened here in leawood. I live 2 min away from there. The house that they robbed the tools and stuff from, my family is good friends with. people some times.



Talked to a buddy of mine who is a detective in shawnee and he said they still havent caught the guy.

[vaughnslawns]

How You Looking On Snow Removal In Shawnee

[ccondie]

I need someone to do some welding for me here in overland park. nothing to hard just a 15 - 20 min job. can anyone recomend anyone? or if you do it give me a call 913 485 5501.

[IN2MOWN]

How You Looking On Snow Removal In Shawnee


I help a friend out in the winter on snow removal. Dont do it myself.

[paolaken]

I need someone to do some welding for me here in overland park. nothing to hard just a 15 - 20 min job. can anyone recomend anyone? or if you do it give me a call 913 485 5501.

got a great welder here in paola if you don't mind the 20 minuter drive.

[vaughnslawns]

Whats His Plate Look Like?

[bushog]

Looking for Bobcat mower dealer in KC area. I have an uncle in Olathe(Johnson County) area, he`s lookin for mower for his residence. Any good dealers around.Any help appreciated, thanks, Mike.

[vaughnslawns]

GRANDVEIW. Bobcat dealer KC area

[vaughnslawns]

Never Mind That....

[carcrz]

Is it the same Bobcat that makes the Bobcat mowers? If so, KC Bobcat would probably have them. If not, I haven't seen any bobcat mowers anywhere in the area.

[J.Vaughn]

Hey guys, I have a few items for sale.

- 2005 Lesco ride on spreader...$2,000.
- 2007 72" Hustler Super Z with the XR-7 deck, suspension seat, 30 hp Kohler with 135 hours on it, included are 2 extra sets of fusion blades...$7900.
- MTD wood chipper/shredder with 5 hp Briggs, it can handle limbs up to 3"...$250.

Let me know if anyone is interested.
Thanks.

[paolaken]

well, that wasn't much rain.

[Loy's Home Services, LLC]

What happend to the second front and damaging storms. Do they know anything. I cant wait for there winter forecasts!:dizzy:

[paolaken]

they get paid to be wrong all the time.

[magardener]

What is the best way to figure price for verti-cutting a yard ??

[carcrz]

depends on the size of the yard & amount of thatch to pick up. You might post this question in the newbie section.

[vaughnslawns]

anybody want some snow removal down town 4 small lots

[magardener]

Yes I'm interested..... Give me details. And Thanks!!

[ccondie]

any one know of a trailer co here in kc that will build me a good trailer? call me 913 485 5501

edit - can't post an email address at the site. Private message or phone number is best for contact. Thanks, Mike

[br549oicu8]

Steverson Trailer Company
1809 Locust St
Kansas City, MO 64108

Contact Steverson Trailer Company
Phone: (816) 221-8478

Expensive.....but was very high quality.
I don't know if they build what you are looking for but you could call and I bet they would have some other suggestions if they can't.

Buddy in Leavenworth

[magardener]

Buddy-- You wouldn't happen to have a small trailer for sale around 200.00 would you??

[ffemtmcd]

For those that mow - when do you guys call it a season around here?? I thought about the end of Oct., but it may go past that - what are your thoughts - and how do you work it with your customers?

[carcrz]

I always tell my customers to plan for March through October. This year I will probably bill for November, but any excess will be credited towards next year or will be refunded.

[vaughnslawns]

9 billable months for me

[ccondie]

I usually get 9 months in! I plan to get 9 in this yr.

[vaughnslawns]

we should meet sometime for lunch when things slow down

[ffemtmcd]

we should meet sometime for lunch when things slow down

who is the "we" you are referring to??

[carcrz]

I think we all need to get together sometime. Maybe around one the conferences or something.

[ffemtmcd]

When is the next conference??

[carcrz]

February? Not positive though.

[Green Acres]

Anyone located around Baldwin that can do french drains?

[vaughnslawns]

kansas/ kansascity fellows maybe even columbia??

[paolaken]

the western show should be in january at the overland park convention center.

[loom-gen]

Hello Guys, Im out here in Shawnee. Im going to mow full time this year. I do lawn renovations, landscape design and install, sprinkler install and maint as well as chemical applications. Who sells the red mulch for the lowest price? If you need someone to brush hog a field or two give me a call. After we eat at the Martin City bbq can we go to the Stilwell Smokehouse sometime?

I think marrs recycling is the lowest on colored mulch. It's down on Roe blvd. @ merriam dr. Mulch Mart is also good for higher quality stuff.

[br549oicu8]

Anyone going to Louisville?????

[br549oicu8]

Oh...forgot to answer the fellow looking for a trailer...
I don't have any trailers for sale...and ours are much more valuable than $200 anyway...the smallest being 18'.

[vaughnslawns]

next year.....

[Travel'n Trees]

Vaughn wen to Dq in Raymore saw your cards there.

[vaughnslawns]

Where Ya Been?

[IN2MOWN]

I think marrs recycling is the lowest on colored mulch. It's down on Roe blvd. @ merriam dr. Mulch Mart is also good for higher quality stuff.



Little late on that reply ;)

[IN2MOWN]

Guys, is it just me or am I seeing less and less of the bigger companies around town?

Ive been doing this for 12 years and it seems the Corporates, Doctors, and Goodwins just to name a few are all downsizing?

I just dont see the large mowing companies anymore. Sign of the times maybe? Are more people mowing their own grass?

[paolaken]

Guys, is it just me or am I seeing less and less of the bigger companies around town?

Ive been doing this for 12 years and it seems the Corporates, Doctors, and Goodwins just to name a few are all downsizing?

I just dont see the large mowing companies anymore. Sign of the times maybe? Are more people mowing their own grass?

there is so much turf to mow around town, can't really see them down sizing. or there are others growing. adding more crews.

[IN2MOWN]

there is so much turf to mow around town, can't really see them down sizing. or there are others growing. adding more crews.


I guess its the latter. I work everywhere from Merriam to Shawnee to Lenexa to OP to Leawood and I have noticed a considerable difference in the last few years with the so called big-wigs.

I dont think they would downsize on purpose. I just wonder if the market is so saturated that they were forced to downsize.

[carcrz]

I've seen them focusing more on landscaping than mowing. Has Ryan's always done mowing? I never noticed them in my area until this last year.

[IN2MOWN]

I've seen them focusing more on landscaping than mowing. Has Ryan's always done mowing? I never noticed them in my area until this last year.


Are you talking about Ryan Lawn and Tree?

All they do on the lawn side is chemicals, aerating, overseeding. They dont mow.

[vaughnslawns]

i see a lot less of rosehill and suburban mowing.

[carcrz]

Are you talking about Ryan Lawn and Tree?

All they do on the lawn side is chemicals, aerating, overseeding. They dont mow.

Ahhh. But they do. Or at least I have seen their trucks a couple times out mowing. Maybe guys doing it on the side w/ the co. truck I guess.

[robertsturf]

They might have been mowing there own lawns. They generally take the trucks home at night. Or could they have been doing a clean-up after verticutting? They do not mow!!

[IN2MOWN]

They might have been mowing there own lawns. They generally take the trucks home at night. Or could they have been doing a clean-up after verticutting? They do not mow!!



I have to agree. If they are mowing Larry Ryan might be interested in knowing what else his trucks are doing...

But working with and around that company for the last 12 years I have NEVER seen them with a mower on a trailer.

[carcrz]

hmmm. I've seen them w/ a couple new Standers & a couple guys on a handful of times. Not real recent, but this year anyway.

[Marcos]

Uh, guys....Could we get Tim Krumrie back as our defensive coach?....Maybe we'll give you Ken Griffey Jr! Whad'ya think? :confused:

[bandbmowing]

Does anyone do aerating in Liberty, MO? If so will you pm me your information.

Thanks

[vaughnslawns]

cold this morning with that wet frosted grass hitting ya in th face.

[carcrz]

It's causing the grass to start dormancy too. Oh well. Time for a vacation.

[Marcos]

It's causing the grass to start dormancy too. Oh well. Time for a vacation.

Hey there!.....(cute kid, by the way!).............I'm from Cincinnati Ohio, and have invaded your conversation!....Hope you don't mind!....I was wondering if we could get our beloved former Bengal Tim Krumrie back from you?...... We could use his help with our current 'D' coaching...... Who would you want back in return?...... Carson?....... T.J.?..... Or maybe big mouth Chad?:laugh:

[carcrz]

(cute kid, by the way!)...Tim Krumrie back from you?......
Thanks! Just turned one a couple weeks ago.

maybe someday. If the attitudes keep flaring up like they have been & they keep throwing games, you can have whoever for all I care. But for now, not a chance.

[IN2MOWN]

Vacation? Heck, I still have 2 1/2 months (weather permitting) of cleanups to do.

[hhlawn]

I don't think the "bigger companies" are down sizeing. I think they are getting more into the larger scale commercial jobs. Also I have noticed that the installs on new developement has gone crazy the past two years. And of course if they do the install they generall get the maintanence contract. The money they are making is crazy $$. I have a customer that just spent 300000.00 on an design and install on a house that was a 4.5Million rebuild. I am a small company and have had the customer for 4 years and they kept me when they did there rebuild. I made a decent penny or two on the install but maintanence contract is butter. I am lucky to have a customer like this and it is not the norm for a company my size. But for the larger companies they get this kinda stuff all the time. Also some places like Suburban and Rosehill have growing farms and retail that has exploded. I know that Rosehill and Suburban both employ 350 plus people. Not too bad. Also back to the commercial accounts. My parents live in a maintanence provided type area and they pay the company 120000.00 a year to take care of the place. There is always a crew of 5 or more doing something. All I think is that they are into bigger and more profitable areas other than mowing and clean ups.
I think the bigger they grow the better it is for us smaller companies. If we play our cards right, do excellent work, provide Great Customer Service and finish your job so that your customer will recomend you and you will be one of thoes "Mega" LCCO.'S.

Just a thought. ( I hope my plan works)

Work hard and play harder.
H
Guys, is it just me or am I seeing less and less of the bigger companies around town?

Ive been doing this for 12 years and it seems the Corporates, Doctors, and Goodwins just to name a few are all downsizing?

I just dont see the large mowing companies anymore. Sign of the times maybe? Are more people mowing their own grass?

[Travel'n Trees]

Paola Ken was down at Emery's and was wondering if Gene Oliver was still around? I lost his number.

[hhlawn]

I need 5 sprinklers systems winterized. Anyone interested? Price?

Locations:

127th and between Mission and St.Line (Kansas side)
97th State Line (Missouri Side)
2 @ 64th between St.line and Ward Parkway (Missouri Side)
123rd and and Rosehill (O.P. Kansas)


Let me know
hhlawn@kc.rr.com

Hershey

[IN2MOWN]

Hershey, if you cant find anyone let me know. I know a guy who knows a guy...

[paolaken]

I need 5 sprinklers systems winterized. Anyone interested? Price?

Locations:

127th and between Mission and St.Line (Kansas side)
97th State Line (Missouri Side)
2 @ 64th between St.line and Ward Parkway (Missouri Side)
123rd and and Rosehill (O.P. Kansas)


Let me know
hhlawn@kc.rr.com

Hershey

hey hershey, i can do them if you want. penny called and i need to call her back. give me a call.

[paolaken]

Paola Ken was down at Emery's and was wondering if Gene Oliver was still around? I lost his number.

ya he is still around. he just cut thru some sprinkler systems of mine today planting trees. i'll have to repair it tommorrow. how was emerys? havn't been in awhile. Todd the owner is a good friend of mine. and gene is still as crazy as ever.

[Travel'n Trees]

Emery's good as normal. Give gene a cheap six pack he will be your buddy forever.

[paolaken]

Emery's good as normal. Give gene a cheap six pack he will be your buddy forever.

you got that right. the cheaper the better

[cleancutccl]

would anyone be interested in a ramrod 950 (wheeled unit) with 24 hours on it, comes with bucket and carryall. Asking for 16000.00 obo. PM me for more info.

[Powerslave]

Hey fellas,

I'm looking to network with a couple good quality landscape/mowing compaines here in KC.

I own Stinkies Pet Waste Removal, yeah, were the guys you see picking up dog poop ;)

We service hundreds of customers each week and know many people who are on the board of HOA's. I'm sure if anyone out there who puts as much pride in there work as we doo will benifit from a networking relationship.

So, if your hungry for more business and would like to mow in clean yard, let us know.

Visit our website for contact information. Take care.

http://www.stinkies.net

[robertsturf]

Give us a call or PM
Trent Roberts
Roberts Turf & Landscape
816-350-0886

[badassgrass]

Power:
Some time can you give me a call or PM I might have a deal for you.

Brian 913-233-9265

[Superior Property Management]

I'm from Baldwin City, KS. Just SW of Olathe. I am very eager for subcontract mowing. I recently lost a 220 yard account. I mowed residential forclosures through out the metro for fannie mae. It was a very lucrative account. The family is hurting. Looking for accounts for next season.

Thanks,

Mark (785) 423-0707

[vaughnslawns]

Powerslave
LawnSite Member

fellow beltoner....

[vaughnslawns]

zzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzz.z

[Powerslave]

Seems a few people thought I was selling lawn accounts. Not what I was doing. Just wanted to find a few good landscapers/mowers to referral our customers to and visa versa.

Actually, I'm right next door in Raymore but we have customers all over Kansas City/Johnson County/Cass Country.

[vaughnslawns]

have customers all over Kansas City/Johnson County/Cass Country.....


same here we should talk. seen your truck. nice graphics

[Powerslave]

Thanks. We have a few trucks that look exactly the same. Same make, model, color etc.

We have new customer packets we give to each new account. Plus, we bill monthly so we would include information in each billing also. I believe in guerilla network marketing. I market our networking partners as hard as my own company. We don't just refer when some asks, we actually put your info in front of them each month and always bring it up in conversations with them.

All we ask in return is a professional networking partner with the same mindset as ours. Networking can be a powerful marketing tool if done correctly and consistently.

We are a small business but we do service hundreds of routine customers each month with new customers coming in each month as well, year round.

I’m not sure if commercial accounts interest you, or if you all bid on many each year but we are in pretty good with HOA’s. We know some of the members on the boards and would probably be able to get our networking partners included in bids. Like I said, not sure if you all bid on many of these and it’s no big deal.

Feel free to contact me anytime. Just ask for Shon.

[vaughnslawns]

sure i will give you a call soon.

[vaughnslawns]

you did a billboard last year, right? how much? did it generate well?

[Powerslave]

We have 4 running full-time now.

When we talk, I'll give you the details. You'll like. ;)

[Powerslave]

Didn't mean to put that yellow face on there...

[vaughnslawns]

rain tomorrow...

[paolaken]

rain tomorrow...

i hope but its not looking good now. we sure need it. finishing up sprinkler blowouts today and i have alot of people crying the blues. they still want to water.

[carcrz]

Bambi dropped last night. about 250 yards in front of me. Pretty decent 8 pointer. Forgot the camera though so I'll have to get pics of the body w/o the meat that's left.

[vaughnslawns]

what bout momma

[carcrz]

momma's still walkin for now. Didn't really see much of anything all weekend though. We saw 5 doe & 2 bucks Saturday morning, but didn't have a shot @ any of them. The buck I took walked by 4 times Sunday morning. First time I could barely see him & thought he was smaller so I didn't take the shot. The next 3, he was right on the other side of the tree line. The 5th time, right @ dusk, I got tired of him egging me on.

[KCLandscape]

Feeding the family, are we?

[vaughnslawns]

i would love to get some jerky

[carcrz]

you & everyone else I know. This is my first time doing everything meat wise. We'll see how it goes. If it doesn't go well, it may all end up as jerky & I'll have plenty to go around.

[Superior Property Management]

Does anyone have any sidewalk work they would be interested in subcontracting out in the Gardner, Olathe, Overland Park area. I am looking for work.

Thanks,

Mark 816-739-1446

[robertsturf]

Hey guys I am looking for a freight company that can ship my spray tank to Great Falls Montana. I am not having any luck finding one. We would be shipping it from a residence to a depot I presume. The buyer lives in Canada a will pick-up on this side of the border. Thanks for your help!!:)

[vaughnslawns]

check the ebay shippers

[robertsturf]

I did and couldn't complete the form. I filled out all the information and hit complete and it did nothing.

[vaughnslawns]

www.upsmail.com

[vaughnslawns]

www.fedex.com

[jeffham]

I used R&L carriers to get a mower shipped from MD to KC. I used the terminal in Pleasant Valley, MO but I'm sure they have others in the city. They were pretty good. I've also used UPS freight which wasn't too bad. Good Luck. Jeff

[Powerslave]

Call Fry-Wagner (United Van Lines agent). They are located in Olathe. I was an owner/operator for them for 13 years over the road. They have drivers going all over the us and Canada. Many have trucks that arn't full and would take something like this.

Let me know if you would like me to contact some drivers I know.

[paolaken]

the chiefs are going downhill.

[carcrz]

nothing new there - just continuing a long going trend.

[Greatdane522003]

Has anyone started doing clean-ups yet? Everyone's starting to call me to see when I'll wrap this up for the year, and I get tired of telling everyone that I keep showing up untill all the leaves have fallen, "O" Well there's a part of me that's wanting the season to be over with:dizzy:

[Loy's Home Services, LLC]

I was pretty happy with only losing to the colts by three. don't get me wrong, a win was possilble for the chefs:dizzy:

[IN2MOWN]

Has anyone started doing clean-ups yet? Everyone's starting to call me to see when I'll wrap this up for the year, and I get tired of telling everyone that I keep showing up untill all the leaves have fallen, "O" Well there's a part of me that's wanting the season to be over with:dizzy:

I started weeks ago doing cleanups.

I send out a letter with August billing reminding customers that I will be doing leaf cleanups when the time is right. I tell them that if they are NOT interested to contact me and let me know.

[IN2MOWN]

I was pretty happy with only losing to the colts by three. don't get me wrong, a win was possilble for the chefs:dizzy:

Im not a KC fan but I watched the game and Ill tell you this much. The players easily should of won that game against Indy. They were sabotaged by HORRIBLE playcalling and coaching. Running all those draws was moronic. Mike Solari needs to be fired at the end of the year.

[robertsturf]

Why wait till the end of the year??

[carcrz]

Why wait till the end of the year??

That's what I was thinking. I've been doing them for 3 weeks now. Next week will probably be the last week for the regular accounts though.

[paolaken]

go JAYHAWKS, kick mizzou's AZZ.

[carcrz]

boooo. Don't you know how the food chain works?

[carcrz]

14-0 & counting.

[Travel'n Trees]

Vaughn I see you made Oden's bbq too.

[carcrz]

Dave, I'm calling you tomorrow. Need 20 - 30 pulverized up against that building on Mon once I get all that fill spread out. Probably be afternoon sometime, possible later in the week. You know how it goes.

[vaughnslawns]

:walking: I get around:dancing: lol

[vaughnslawns]

go JAYHAWKS, kick mizzou's AZZ.


you were saying?

[Travel'n Trees]

Carcrz, No problem! Heck we must have good taste.

[vaughnslawns]

do you do gravel?

[LonniesLawns]

Anybody have any good shops they know of to rebuild a couple Stihl saws.

I have an old 031 that I would liek torna part and tuned -- rather pay soemone to do it than do it myself.

Also have a newer 085 that need soem work done on it.

[IN2MOWN]

I need some gravel for my driveway. Let me know if you find anyone.

[carcrz]

Travel'n Trees - Dave

[llllllll]

I have a buddy that hauls rock, dirt , or what ever..Give him a call..Hund Trucking 913-683-5334

[Jhawk]

This Heartland of America Golf Course Superintendents Association and Mid America Green Industry Council sponsored event will be at the Overland Park Convention Center on December 18-19, 2007 (Tuesday and Wednesday).

Here are a couple of links about the location and event:
http://www.opconventioncenter.com/
http://www.hagcsa.org/commonground.htm - the linked page is just an image, the links on the page don't work

Does anyone know anything more about this event or past events?

[Travel'n Trees]

We have 15 kinds of rock right now in stock and growing, $22 delivery anywhere in southern K.C., plv topsoil, or mulch blown in dye, not powdered. Give my wife a call @the 150 highway location, 816 824-SOIL. She can e-mail price lists so you can compare. We don't skimp on quanity.

[IN2MOWN]

We have 15 kinds of rock right now in stock and growing, $22 delivery anywhere in southern K.C., plv topsoil, or mulch blown in dye, not powdered. Give my wife a call @the 150 highway location, 816 824-SOIL. She can e-mail price lists so you can compare. We don't skimp on quanity.

Do you have just run of the mill gravel or AB3?

[LonniesLawns]

Here is the Magic Council Meeting link

http://www.hagcsa.org/conference-schedule.htm

[Travel'n Trees]

Yes we just delivered 20 tons of it today.

[Jhawk]

Lonnie-
Thanks for the additional event info, seems kinda pricey...

[IN2MOWN]

Ill get the area measured out and let you know. Thanks!

[vaughnslawns]

same here.

[LonniesLawns]

I guess it all depends how you value information. I had thought the exact opposite when I saw it -- I thought it seemed cheap.

[Jhawk]

I guess it all depends how you value information. I had thought the exact opposite when I saw it -- I thought it seemed cheap.

The $235 non-member fee seems expensive to me compared to other expos.

I understand that this comparison is based on the registration fees and not the content.

Have you attended in the past?

[LonniesLawns]

Yes I have been. I won't be there this year becuase of scheduling conflicts. it would be well wothy your money if you are interested in learning more.

[Jhawk]

Thanks for your help Lonnie.

[carcrz]

It's worth it to go once at least. I went a few years ago & honestly, I didn't get a whole lot out of it. From what I understand, they have changed things for the better now.

[Jhawk]

Thanks for the info!

[HazellLawnCare]

How many of you played in the leaves most of the day and then got ready for some possible ice?

[Turf Cutters]

I did. It was fun. I am ready for the ice.

[carcrz]

I'm pretty much done mowing for the year. I did one more round of leaves this week, but didn't pick much up this time so I put everyone on the "call me" list. Just have to do some landscape trimming & get them all ready for winter now.

[Travel'n Trees]

Ice tonight anyone else, going ou?.

[vaughnslawns]

pre treat a few spots thats it. {waiting onthat price list TT} vaughnslawns@hotmail.com

[IN2MOWN]

Looks like mostly rain in the metro.

[carcrz]

all we got was rain. It was a little slick around 4:30, but not @ all @ 5:15.

[HazellLawnCare]

Same here nothing worth getting out of bed for!

[LonniesLawns]

If you had listened to Gary Lezak you would have known for over a week that this was going to be the case!

If you don't beelive me --- start watching his forecass -- you'll find that he is head and shoulders above the rest as far as accuracy

[robertsturf]

Katy Horner will tell you to head south for the winter, wear a hard hat and put studded snow tires on the wagon. Gary is the man!!

[carcrz]

Oh I agree w/ listening to Gary. I always figure better safe than sorry though. I listened to him last year on the first storm & ended up hooking up the plow in the snow. Now I just assume for the worst.

[IN2MOWN]

If you had listened to Gary Lezak you would have known for over a week that this was going to be the case!

If you don't beelive me --- start watching his forecass -- you'll find that he is head and shoulders above the rest as far as accuracy



Im not watching anything that has to do with Lezaks ass!

[paolaken]

been to busy to even get the plows and spreaders out . maybe next week.

[grassman177]

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[grassman177]

just playing around, this thread has been going on for a long time, wow. i am really glad to see the rain, i had round 5 apps still not watered in so i could do my round 6

[IN2MOWN]

I think we are going to get some more on Thursday also. Rain that is.

[Green Acres]

Just wanted to let everyone know that my mothers house got broken into on Friday just West of Bonner Springs. They got a tv, vcr, dvd, laptop and some jewlery that she had. One neighbor saw them and it was three guys in a silver/blueish car with a banged up passenger front fender. If anyone hears anything please let me know would like to catch these guys. Everyone might keep an eye out on there own homes and equipment. Thanks

[Travel'n Trees]

My guys had us pretreat commercial accounts incase.

[HazellLawnCare]

Hey where are you guys getting your retaining wall block from? I have 4 big walls getting ready to go up and was curious on some prices.

[robertsturf]

Keith Scott. South on 291 past 58.

[Travel'n Trees]

Watch them do not let him know about your jobs is, I just got burned on one where one of my long term customers was told I was too busy for the job and let one of his companies take care of it and they would take care of them since they was a friend of mine. It was a 35K driveway. I learned to late because his brother was fighting cancer. And I didn't push it. Talk to Steve at H+R. Cheaper too. Give me a call I have one other conection.

[Travel'n Trees]

Yes he builds great stone walls. I got him I do not know how much stone wall work. If I had to guess at least 150k this year. And I do not even know the guy but his walls speak for themselves. They are great. But I have already took one 600 sq foot away from them this week. And working on another. My first rule is if I am on your job it is that, no exceptions and my employees have the same values. If I transplant a tree and they ask me for mulch, or to buy trees, I reply I do not do that call your contractor. We can all work together. And all do well:weightlifter:.

[robertsturf]

Any predictions on snow tomorrow as far as when and how much? Should we pretreat?

[Travel'n Trees]

I am pretreating at 3 a.m. told snow around rush hour.

[carcrz]

went out last night & pretreated. Jeremy is saying our side of town is supposed to get 1" by noon & about 2.8" total.

Snow again on Sat/Sun, then again on Tues!

[IN2MOWN]

Everyone was talking rain except for Lezak. Once he predicted snow everyone changed their tune.

Im in Shawnee and I heard about 2 for this part of town, the farther north the more there will be.

[br549oicu8]

Hey guys..
I read more than I post on here but was thinking about setting up a place to meet up for dinner and lawn discussion for fun sometime during the winter months. I am in Leavenworth, been in business for 26 plus years and love to hear about what everyone else is using as far as equipment, problems encountered...etc....
The Legends area by the Kansas Speedway has several places that could work out.
Just a thought!!
Post your opinions!!
Buddy

[robertsturf]

That's pretty much what I heard also. We'll probably get around 2" here in Ind, Bs. area.

[Primecut]

Are you guys going out for snow removal? It seems pretty close to the 2 inch mark.

[IN2MOWN]

Are you guys going out for snow removal? It seems pretty close to the 2 inch mark.

Yeah, we are just waiting for traffic to die down a little. People are idiots out there. 2 inches of snow and they act like its a freaking blizzard.

[carcrz]

going out once the parking lots start clearing out. Going from LS to Belton, the temp went from 31* to 43*!

[paolaken]

not much here. only did driveways at a villa complex we maintain.

[Travel'n Trees]

Now that was a gravy storm.

[HazellLawnCare]

That had to be one of the easiest snows i have ever done.

[carcrz]

yup. not bad at all. Think we'll get some more any time soon?

[IN2MOWN]

Not to bad at all. Im wondering about this mess we are supposed to get this weekend...