Dallas-Fort Worth Area LCO's

[Hoots]

anyone do decrotive concrete curbing?

I know it has been quite some time back, but I saw this door hanger at my house today.

Trendy Borders
(817) 739-2571

I don't know their quality but it is what it is.

They are advertising a 25% discount right now. You might be able to sub it out and make that 25% if you are lucky.(or good)

[Hoots]

Looking for any Fort Worth area Firefighters that do this along with there FF job. I am wanting to become a firefighter and need some advice. Dont want to post all my questions on here so if anyone would be interested in helping I would appreciate it very much. PM me or email me mike@whitpm.com

What do you want to do? Most FF use the lawncare business to increase their income and do something in their spare time from what I can tell. You are going the other direction. A few weeks ago you were concerned about employee theft and selling out. How can you keep tabs on employees while being a fire fighter? If you want to sell and pursue a fire fighting job, let me know. I am always looking to expand. I tried to contact you the last time you posted a possible sell out and never heard back.

Not starting anything, just looking to understand you.

[mikewhit1010]

Well wasnt the response I was looking for but I will respond to it.

I currently have a full time job and like it but there have been some changes in my life that have made me think again of my purpose. I re-evaluated my life and what I want to accomplish. I have always wanted to be a firefighter but have always found excuses because I was going to TCU and I had knee surgery when I was 14, 16 and 19. However I have rehabbed my knee and realized TCU was great but I dont have to use my degree if I dont want to.

So moving on to selling my business. Well we have all been there and it was a few months ago I was pissed about employees stealing. A lot of the stuff I post on here is to vent. I dont like to bring my business home with me so I use here to vent. People have become more critical so sometimes I dont visit this site very often so some post are delayed.

I love the landscaping industry but I need something stable as well. I am 24 years old and want to do something before it is to late. I would be more then happy to sell my business, accounts, or equipment at any time if the price is right. That doesnt mean over priced it means a fair price.

Hopefully that answers your questions.

[TPnTX]

I use the one in Garland workforce pretty often. Not so much for lawncare but for other jobs. It's a very good resource but you can also pick up a couple of bums. I would never pick up a Caucasian or A.M. from there. I pay 10+ an hour so obviously it has nothing to with "cheap labor" Its because you stand a better chance of getting a good worker. An able bodied Caucasian thats goes there, more often than not has "issues".

It very organized if you stay in line. The surrounding areas you will get your truck swamped.

A "little english" will also downgrade your choices in terms of a good worker. Sad but true I got one of those spanglish books for landscape terms. If you do get a someone who speaks english, then talk to him. Ask for his experience.

It's a little intimidating at first. You have a thousand eyes looking at you and you have to look them over as well. They are all holding a ticket with their number on it. At a glance you can look for things such as; boots, jeans or dickies, how are they wearing their cap. Its not a science but avoid tennis shoes and someone who doesn't look ready to work.

I haven't validated it yet but supposedly they have a number to give you for the IRS or they can't get in line. I need to find out all that as well so, we should all stay in touch on this issue.

I found a guy last year on craigslist. Excellent lawncare worker. I worked him all summer and I hope to see him back this spring.

A car is also something you can ask for but one of the tricks they all know about is to tell you they have no car. That way you get to pick them up. I've watched several guys walk straight to a car after dropping them off. This is after they said they no car.

[veck125]

Any of you guys heard of Great American Lawns in Lantana, Tx? Info?

[Morningside]

No, i have'nt. why?

[TPnTX]

Im a ****** responding to a thread back in 03 asking about the labor camps ? I don't know why I was even on page 9

[mpickel]

Does anyone know of a place locally that carries railroad ties?

I found a place, Ft Worth Crossties off 820. It took me long enough.

[TPnTX]

I saw a bunch at home depot the other day and they went fast.

[TXNSLighting]

Good job Tom...gosh! :laugh:

[LawnMastersTx]

I am not sure if this is true or not, but someone once told me that using railroad ties for a garden is a bad idea. That the chemicals they use to treat the railroad ties will leak out into the soil and into the plants that you are growing to eat. Anyone know if this is true or someone pulling my leg?

[Woody82986]

I used to wonder about that myself. I never knew if that actually happened or not. I can't even count the number of people I've seen with railroad ties around gardens. Maybe that's why they are so damn weird...

[Woody82986]

Here's what I found on a U of Missouri website about railroad ties and gardens.

Creosote, which is used to treat railroad ties, may cause injury or death to plants that come into direct contact with it. After a few years the effect diminishes. Old, discarded ties do not injure plants (Figure 3). However, injury may occur if ties are still oozing black, sticky creosote or smell intensely. If you are uncertain about the safety of treated lumber, place a heavy plastic liner between the treated lumber and soil used for growing plants to prevent direct contact of plant roots with the treated lumber. Be careful not to tear the plastic when tilling the bed.

[TXNSLighting]

My thing with them is they will fail alot sooner than anything else.

[outrunjason]

I use the one in Garland workforce pretty often. Not so much for lawncare but for other jobs. It's a very good resource but you can also pick up a couple of bums. I would never pick up a Caucasian or A.M. from there. I pay 10+ an hour so obviously it has nothing to with "cheap labor" Its because you stand a better chance of getting a good worker. An able bodied Caucasian thats goes there, more often than not has "issues".

It very organized if you stay in line. The surrounding areas you will get your truck swamped.

A "little english" will also downgrade your choices in terms of a good worker. Sad but true I got one of those spanglish books for landscape terms. If you do get a someone who speaks english, then talk to him. Ask for his experience.

It's a little intimidating at first. You have a thousand eyes looking at you and you have to look them over as well. They are all holding a ticket with their number on it. At a glance you can look for things such as; boots, jeans or dickies, how are they wearing their cap. Its not a science but avoid tennis shoes and someone who doesn't look ready to work.

I haven't validated it yet but supposedly they have a number to give you for the IRS or they can't get in line. I need to find out all that as well so, we should all stay in touch on this issue.

I found a guy last year on craigslist. Excellent lawncare worker. I worked him all summer and I hope to see him back this spring.

A car is also something you can ask for but one of the tricks they all know about is to tell you they have no car. That way you get to pick them up. I've watched several guys walk straight to a car after dropping them off. This is after they said they no car.

They do not require anything from the people who show up. You just have to have a card on file with them like addy and phone number. I hate the Garland one and will never use them again. Anytime I have gone there was at the most 20 people there and nothing but scum.

Now for the past 6 years I have used Plano Day Labor. LOVE that place. At 7:00 you will see 50 people lined up. By 8 you can see 175 to 250 people there ready to work. Like you said you really have to see what you are getting. I am straight up honest cause I don't want to be coming back to drop off a guy cause he sucks. (Done this to many times)

My routine is this. I need a mexican guy that can mow and weedeat and has to be good or I am bringing him back. If you don't say that they will just give you the next person on the list that says he does landscaping and most of the time they don't even know how to start the mower.

Also Plano Day Labor has been on the news. Wish I could find the link. They were accused of pushing out all the mexican guys for work and not getting any word for the blacks. So when channel 8 interviewed (Lordes) she said well no one wants a black to work for them. They all want mexican. I about died. She was accused of being racist at that point by the tv and radio guys. But in reality she is just telling the truth. After that she was not around for a while and they made some staff changes.

[TPnTX]

I myself didn't notice a difference between plano and garland. Theres a lot more than 20 people there now. Recently I had real good luck. I found one guy that knows his stuff and also has several amigos. Plano is way too far.

[LawnMastersTx]

Does anyone know of a place where I can get a pipe rack for my F-150? Looking to put PVC pipe on it and maybe a ladder. Thanks

[TXNSLighting]

Be sure to go up there Monday. They can definately build it for you.

[TXNSLighting]

Come on DFW guys! Dont let this go away! Hows the new year treating you so far?

[Woody82986]

If the weather would stay nice for more than 2 days after it rains and gets cold for 3, I'd be doing alot better.

[lawn_tech]

Anybody from the Kaufman County area ?

[TXNSLighting]

Nope. We dont like that area. Im kidding by the way...

[Morningside]

no more Christmas lights, no more leaf cleans, my clients with Rye have dwindled down to two (economy related). too much time on my hands. i actually cleaned my house. i have serviced all of my equipment, repacked my trailer bearings and i am starting to touch up the paint on my mowers. "come on rain and warm weather" i know its only a matter of time before i go crazy. oh yea, i forgot to mention that my wife and i are getting closer as a couple! the end is near!

[TXNSLighting]

no more Christmas lights, no more leaf cleans, my clients with Rye have dwindled down to two (economy related). too much time on my hands. i actually cleaned my house. i have serviced all of my equipment, repacked my trailer bearings and i am starting to touch up the paint on my mowers. "come on rain and warm weather" i know its only a matter of time before i go crazy. oh yea, i forgot to mention that my wife and i are getting closer as a couple! the end is near!

Closer as a couple?! Uh oh...HA! The season is comin fast! Im going to be ready to get after it!

[Woody82986]

It's a little sad when you look forward to being able to work your ass off just to get out of the house so you can get away from the significant other for a while every day, isn't it! She's driving me up the wall!!!

[outrunjason]

Anybody from the Kaufman County area ?

I live in Royse City but I do not service any areas out here. All near Plano etc.

LOL. I can't wait to get out either. It's a big tease when it's 80 outside and then it goes right back down to 30. I am just like come on. I usually start advertising in February so can't wait for February. Maybe I can just start advertising just to get out.

[runninhorn]

anyone near Coppell/Flower Mound/Grapevine?

[Morningside]

I am in Lewisville, Flower Mound, Coppell, Carrollton, Corinth.

[Woody82986]

I live in Lewisville and service Lewisville, Flower Mound, Coppell and Grapevine... among others. What's up? haha

[TXNSLighting]

I live in weatherford and service Southlake, Colleyville, and surrounding!

[Morningside]

what kind of trucks do you drive? I am going to buy a truck this week and i know what i want but i am bored so i thought i would ask what everyone else drove. Currently i have a f150 xl and believe it or not it has lasted five years pulling a trailer everyday. but, i have worn it out and it is going downhill fast. i want a F250 super duty 5.4 but there are some F150's with the same engine, so what am i getting with the F250? beefier transmission, what else? i am also looking at a Chevy 2500. is anybody else bored and would like to chime in on this?

[TXNSLighting]

Well ones a 3/4 ton and ones a halfton, so therefore everything is beefier, not to mention a different bodystyle. Engines the same but it has a better suspension so therefore it tows more. If you have to have a gas engine, try for the V10. The fuel mileage is about the same as the V8 and you have so much more power.

[EagleLandscape]

we"ve been pretty busy this winter. froze on a job this morning when it was 23 degrees outside. i was dressed in khaki slacks for a meeting afterwards, and had loafers on.

note to self "dont dig a ditch wearing dress clothes, you'll freeze"

[TXNSLighting]

we"ve been pretty busy this winter. froze on a job this morning when it was 23 degrees outside. i was dressed in khaki slacks for a meeting afterwards, and had loafers on.

note to self "dont dig a ditch wearing dress clothes, you'll freeze"

Yeh!! If im dressed up theres no workin for me! ew slacks and loafers in 23 degree weather, no thanks!

[Woody82986]

I drive an F-150 with the 5.4 in it. The truck is great. It hauls whatever I need it to, anytime I want it to. Although, I don't think it enjoyed waking up thismorning when it was like 22 degrees outside. Then again... neither did I!

[EagleLandscape]

woody, where are you located?
if you are getting serious about landscaping, you will need a bigger truck. I drive an f150 sometimes to check on accounts, and even for smaller tasks I wish I had driven a larger truck on those days.

[LawnMastersTx]

This winter has been great, even with the few cold fronts that have come through. I have been able to do some needed work on the new house we just moved into while having the best winter ever for business. So far we are already booked on lawn maintanence customers for 2009, and now getting our name out there more for working on irrigation installs/repair.

Its interesting watching how everyone is adapting to the changes in the economy. Have you guys noticed a big change around here? Anyone doing anything different this year?

[Woody82986]

woody, where are you located?
if you are getting serious about landscaping, you will need a bigger truck. I drive an f150 sometimes to check on accounts, and even for smaller tasks I wish I had driven a larger truck on those days.

My truck does just fine. I'm only pulling 3500 pounds worth of trailer and equipment. It's not like I'm not pulling 10K up a hill everyday. I work in Parker County and up in the Lewisville, Flower Mound area.

[Woody82986]

This winter has been great, even with the few cold fronts that have come through. I have been able to do some needed work on the new house we just moved into while having the best winter ever for business. So far we are already booked on lawn maintanence customers for 2009, and now getting our name out there more for working on irrigation installs/repair.

Its interesting watching how everyone is adapting to the changes in the economy. Have you guys noticed a big change around here? Anyone doing anything different this year?


I haven't noticed much of anything changing around here, aside from a few more clients saying, "let's wait until spring to take care of that stuff" than normal. Nothing I'm worried about. As far as doing things differently, I'm going to be watching payments more closely to make sure I keep the threat of someone skipping out on payment lower. As far as my lawn care schedule, I have had more people go ahead and agree to lawn maintenance for this year during winter, than I have ever had during the winter months. Overall I am pleased.

[TXNSLighting]

This winter has been great, even with the few cold fronts that have come through. I have been able to do some needed work on the new house we just moved into while having the best winter ever for business. So far we are already booked on lawn maintanence customers for 2009, and now getting our name out there more for working on irrigation installs/repair.

Its interesting watching how everyone is adapting to the changes in the economy. Have you guys noticed a big change around here? Anyone doing anything different this year?

If youre doing so well this winter wheres my sprinkler system?!!! :laugh: Im kiddin bud. If You need any help at your house let me know!

[tntrex]

Anybody from the Kaufman County area ?

Hey lawn tech. Im in Kafman County too:).

[Morningside]

i bought a 2007 F250 XLT with the 5.4., long bed. so far its working out great.

[Woody82986]

Good looking truck. Should serve you quite well. The color makes me miss my old blue F-150.

[TXNSLighting]

Fantastic looking truck!!

[EagleLandscape]

I think we're planning on moving into the Flower Mound / Lewisville market here in the next few weeks. Got something special planned if all goes well.

We already do an HOA there that takes a whole day, looking at trying to capture the irrigation repair market in Lewsville, FM now.

[Woody82986]

Well welcome to the area. I love working in the FM/Lewisville area. Driving around the area is pretty quick.

[Morningside]

I am looking into a commercial applicators lic. so i can spray weeds. i know there are three tests...blah blah. i need to know if i need to be associated with a pesticide co. or something like that? anybody know anything? or can any joe blow mowing service apply and get the lic.?

[TXNSLighting]

I think we're planning on moving into the Flower Mound / Lewisville market here in the next few weeks. Got something special planned if all goes well.

We already do an HOA there that takes a whole day, looking at trying to capture the irrigation repair market in Lewsville, FM now.

You mean move move? Or branch out?? I know you just built a nice house...

[Hoots]

Morningside, do a yahoo search for Texas Department of Agriculture. The website will have options to apply for license etc. Start there.

I can tell you from experience that it is not cheap.

You must register your business with TDA as a chemical business, obtain the applicator license, pay for the nursery/floral certificate, plus pay for and attend a continuing education class once per year.

The list above is why there are so many companies and individuals spraying illegally.

Good luck.

[Morningside]

thanks Hoots, i stayed up late and found out about all the things you mentioned. now i am looking for some used "manuals" to study from. the floral lic. makes no sense to me. i buy floral wholesale with my sales and use permit. i have never been asked for a "floral lic"

[Hoots]

We all know that government run programs don't make sense.

The floral certificate for an applicator is merely another way for TDA to get another $75 for nothing. The reason I say nothing is the lack of enforcement I see for unlicensed applicators.

One area that needs the floral cert is an actual nursery because they apply chems in their greenhouses plus they are the grower. I don't understand why you and I need the cert to resell. Again there are plenty of companies that buy and resell flowers with no certificate.

The other wonderful thing about our business that most homeowners don't understand is the need to charge sales tax on everything, weekly mowing included.

[outrunjason]

Yall see this? Is it affecting yall?

http://www.wfaa.com/sharedcontent/dws/wfaa/latestnews/stories/wfaa090131_lj_diaz2.8289a8c.html

Jason

[Turf Dawg]

I might be wrong, but I thought the floral is what you are suppost to have to transport plants from the garden center to the clinet. I thought they said without it we are either suppost to have the customer pick up the plants [yea right] or have the nurshery deliver them.

BTW does anyone know if they offer classes with the test at the end of the class?
I heard the easiest way was to attend one of these classes. Well I went to FT Worth to the Turf Grass Assosiations winter conference because I heard they were offering the course for $90 and the price for each of the three test. When I got there I found out you have to be a member first and that was another $300. Well I did not have a extra $475 so I just went to the exhibit hall and left.

If anyone knows about the class' please let me know.

[TXNSLighting]

Never heard of that, i must of joined this convo late, but i dont have any floral thing to take plants from the nursery to the customer...and i do it often...i must of missed somethin.

[TXNSLighting]

Yall see this? Is it affecting yall?

http://www.wfaa.com/sharedcontent/dws/wfaa/latestnews/stories/wfaa090131_lj_diaz2.8289a8c.html

Jason

I just heard about that...Good thing it wont affect me! Im not that big yet. But if its still in effect after a couple years i may be screwed.

[Hoots]

Never heard of that, i must of joined this convo late, but i dont have any floral thing to take plants from the nursery to the customer...and i do it often...i must of missed somethin.

Yeah the floral certificate was brought to my attention while working as an assistant superintendent with my noncommercial license. We we selected at random for a records and facilities audit and were informed that with our category 3A license we needed the floral certificate too. This came directly from a TDA inspector.

I think the biggest issue right now is the lack of information given directly to landscape contractors from TDA.

If anyone has questions about legality, go to the TDA website or send them an email. You are putting your business at risk if you don't get licensed to understand what and how you are spraying. The fines are not cheap.

[FTAC99]

BTW does anyone know if they offer classes with the test at the end of the class?
I heard the easiest way was to attend one of these classes. Well I went to FT Worth to the Turf Grass Assosiations winter conference because I heard they were offering the course for $90 and the price for each of the three test. When I got there I found out you have to be a member first and that was another $300. Well I did not have a extra $475 so I just went to the exhibit hall and left.

If anyone knows about the class' please let me know.


Check with county extension service. A few years ago, I took a class for my TDA License through their office in Fort Worth. It was a 3 day class with the tests admisitered on the last day.

[Turf Dawg]

Check with county extension service. A few years ago, I took a class for my TDA License through their office in Fort Worth. It was a 3 day class with the tests admisitered on the last day.

Thank you for the info. Do remember the cost for the classes? Oh yea, "GIG EM"

[FTAC99]

I want to say it was around $95/student, but I don't remember exactly. Then you had to pay the license fee to TDA the day of testing. I think that was $75. Those were the only fees associated with it.

[Hoots]

I want to say it was around $95/student, but I don't remember exactly. Then you had to pay the license fee to TDA the day of testing. I think that was $75. Those were the only fees associated with it.

I am not sure on the testing fees but the price of the license you need is $180. You need the commercial license, register your business with TDA as an application or chemical spraying business(free), nursery and floral certificate $75, and have a minimum $100,000 general liability insurance policy.

[FTAC99]

I think you best bet to finding all of this information is to contact TDA for all of the exam and licensing fees. The extension service should be able to provide you the information on the classes and what they cost.

Here are the links.

TDA Contacts - http://www.agr.state.tx.us/agr/main_render/0,1968,1848_5326_0_0,00.html?channelId=5326

Extension Contacts - http://texasextension.tamu.edu/county/

[Turf Dawg]

I think you best bet to finding all of this information is to contact TDA for all of the exam and licensing fees. The extension service should be able to provide you the information on the classes and what they cost.

Here are the links.

TDA Contacts - http://www.agr.state.tx.us/agr/main_render/0,1968,1848_5326_0_0,00.html?channelId=5326

Extension Contacts - http://texasextension.tamu.edu/county/

Thank ya'll for the info. I contacted the TDA a couple of years ago and ordered the three books and got the info on the different types of license. I have just heard the easiest way was to take some classes with the test folowing. I will contact my extension agency about some classes, bt then again this is the same people that told me I did not need a license to spray over the counter products :laugh::laugh:.

[N.TX]

I am up in DENTON too

[Morningside]

Denton Co. only offers the "private applicators" training course and test. if you are going to charge for any application you need a "commercial applicator" license.

[Turf Dawg]

Is anyone else going to Ed's open house and sale today? I'm ready for the BBQ and look at the toys. If you see a short, fat and ugly guy with a red Turf Dawg shirt on please say hello. It would be nice to meet some fellow Lawnsite members.

[detroitjoker]

Hello Texas fellows. I was wondering how many cuts per season do you average? Avg size lawn? How many lawns a day can you do in the heat?

[Woody82986]

The heat doesn't ever bother me. There's no such thing as an average sized lawn for me... but an average normal city lot in a subdivision is between 6k and 9k sq ft I suppose. I average between 36-38 on most lawns. Hope that info helps.

[Brayzon Landscaping]

Hello Texas fellows. I was wondering how many cuts per season do you average? Avg size lawn? How many lawns a day can you do in the heat?
I would say around 38 cuts per year. Also a two man crew can do about 20 to 25 Avg lawns in a day if they are routed correctly.

[Brayzon Landscaping]

Anyone have any thoughts on how things are going to be this season? I am concerned with all the lay-offs.

I am hoping for a good year. It might be wishful thinking.

[Turf Dawg]

The only trouble I have had so for is with non-privatly owned commercial accounts. I have lost three this year because of price. In the last few years I have not been the low bidder on these but have won the contract anyway. This year they all went to the lowest bidder. So for all of my residential and privately owned commercial are still with me [knock on wood]. What is bad is that I dropped 27 accounts last year when I downsized now with this three going away it hurts the ole pocketbook. Oh well I have two more new ones to bid on, and one is a past client that left for price reasons but has been somewhat unhappy with the preformance. What has really slowed down around here is the new installs and some of the extras like fresh mulch.

[hotshot4819]

Turfdawg, viewing some of your post you seem to have a good handle on what is going on in texas.
My question for you is. What is the market for Hydroseeding down there? I own a company up here in NH, have been very busy and have grown at a rapid pace, no with 2 machines and 2 crews 5-6 days a week.
My father lives in Killeen,TX and has slowly got into the hydroseeding business in hopes to do some weekend and afternoon stuff, he has done alright, but has had trouble landing contracters with the valume he would like.

is the call just not there? or something else

[Turf Dawg]

Texas is a BIG state with many different types of areas, so I can only speak for the several counties around my area. Around my area hydroseeding is seldom done. Our two main grasses are Bermuda and St Augastine. Some of the bermuda can be grown from seed, but it takes awhile to germinate. The St Augastine cannot be grown from seed so that leaves that out. Around the only places I have noticed hydroseeding is on some large open commercial areas such as storm retention tanks and ditch banks. In my area I have layed Bermuda sod 12 months out of the year so this is what is usally done.
Others in different parts may have other views, but out of the couple of people I know that have the machines, it is a very small part of their biz.

[lawn_jockey]

Turfdawg, viewing some of your post you seem to have a good handle on what is going on in texas.
My question for you is. What is the market for Hydroseeding down there? I own a company up here in NH, have been very busy and have grown at a rapid pace, no with 2 machines and 2 crews 5-6 days a week.
My father lives in Killeen,TX and has slowly got into the hydroseeding business in hopes to do some weekend and afternoon stuff, he has done alright, but has had trouble landing contracters with the valume he would like.

is the call just not there? or something else

The biggest areas for hydroseeding in texas I have seen are with the parks and along new highways. And there are always new sports fields being built in North Texas and new highways. If you could somehow get in the door on that you would never need to look for other work.

On the flip side a homeowner won't water seed properly in the Texas heat or even in early spring to germinate and keep the new turf alive. The best thing to do here is sod it. I am pushing the Cavalier Zoysia. That stuff is the cats meow baby.

[lawn_jockey]

I had a demo today of a propane powered 21 honda mower today. It was crazy. I like a Toro witha Honda engine and the company said no problem getting the retrofit to go on the Toro.

Mow time same number of lawns with propane.
Cost of Propane. They say they will sell us the propane at cost if we buy this first year of sales and grandfather our prices to stay at cost as long as we buy fuel.

But this mower had increased by 40 pounds and had a 5 gallon fuel tank mounted on a metal bracket above the engine. Try getting it under tree for one close swipe to avoid using the Trimmer. Not happening.

Then you will have a rough time on hills and forget about going sideways on hills. Hills all together are pretty much out of the question with that extra weight.

The kit was going to cost roughly $600 Sorry not gonna do it.

It did run great though. But man back to the drawing board. check it out if you can find it online Metro Lawn Products from heritagepropane.com

THe good thing is they are going back to the drawing board and we could someday get a cost effective way to Go Greenish with our fuel. Low emissions is a big plus. You may not care about it but it may be a good thing to ad to your advertising pieces.

[lawn_jockey]

They do have some great looking models for Z turns and walk behinds. $1200 conversion kit.

dunno if that link works. should be a picture

[Hoots]

I have a potential customer that I am meeting with around noon. Does anyone here do water features? I would like to pass your info to him. He sounds like he wants a feature with extra stone and a tropical theme in the back yard. I will get more info Thursday.

Thanks

[TPnTX]

They do have some great looking models for Z turns and walk behinds. $1200 conversion kit.

dunno if that link works. should be a picture

As a prototype, that may work. Trying to sell that to someone borders on retarted. So from that tank, you get the same run type as one fill up? lol.

[Woody82986]

Unless they find a way to attach a grill on there somewhere, where I can mow and keep an eye on my steak at the same time, I think I'll pass, though I bet Hank Hill is thanking Jesus somewhere right now.

[Woody82986]

Wow, I just realized I used 3 commas in that run on sentence. It must be Saturday...

[Turf Dawg]

[QUOTE=Woody82986;2770432]Unless they find a way to attach a grill on there somewhere, where I can mow and keep an eye on my steak at the same time

GENUISS, I love that ideal. A man after my own heart.:drinkup:

[TXNSLighting]

I have a potential customer that I am meeting with around noon. Does anyone here do water features? I would like to pass your info to him. He sounds like he wants a feature with extra stone and a tropical theme in the back yard. I will get more info Thursday.

Thanks

Im willing to try that!! Me and Woody could try and tackle it.

[Woody82986]

Im willing to try that!! Me and Woody could try and tackle it.

You just want me to come along so if it looks terrible you only have to take half the blame! I'll help out, but I'm not making any promises other than I know I can move stone around efficiently. It's up to you to make it look good, sir!

[Hoots]

Im willing to try that!! Me and Woody could try and tackle it.

You just want me to come along so if it looks terrible you only have to take half the blame! I'll help out, but I'm not making any promises other than I know I can move stone around efficiently. It's up to you to make it look good, sir!

You guys have been watching CNN too much!!! LOL:hammerhead:. You sound just like our government.

If either of you have a bailout for me, I would appreciate it.:clapping: I am looking to add another truck and a bailout would be super.:cool2:

[Woody82986]

I'm more of an MSNBC and Foxnews kind of guy myself... haha

[Hoots]

Fox news for me too. I am glad the early evening news is Fox 4, if it was only 5, 8, or 11, I would have to shoot myself. Check out our thread in the business management section. We got a Yankee in there. Maybe you can help us out. It is the 7% discount thread.

[TXNSLighting]

You just want me to come along so if it looks terrible you only have to take half the blame! I'll help out, but I'm not making any promises other than I know I can move stone around efficiently. It's up to you to make it look good, sir!

Dang you caught on...:laugh: Im ok with that! I have seen enough to know whats right and wrong! sign us up!

[Woody82986]

Jeez, what the hell am I getting myself in to? I better be well compensated... haha

[TXNSLighting]

I Will be very generous and offer $4/hour.

[Turf Dawg]

I have a potential customer that I am meeting with around noon. Does anyone here do water features? I would like to pass your info to him. He sounds like he wants a feature with extra stone and a tropical theme in the back yard. I will get more info Thursday.

Thanks

If you still need someone, you can check with Backyard Concepts in Aubrey or give Mike at Whiz-Q-Stone in Fort Worth a call. I know Mike sells Auqascape systems and also teaches training corses for them, he could probably hook you up with someone. Backyard Concepts in Aubrey has a couple of display features.

[Woody82986]

How have things been for everyone this past week or so? I'm starting to get quite a few calls and estimate requests. Way more than at this time last year.

[Morningside]

The phone is ringing off the hook (pre-cell phone reference). Maybe i will be able to stay in business.

[EagleLandscape]

Anyone go to the Lone Star or DIA expo this year? Long Horn roundup?

[Hoots]

MIKE WHIT, ANSWER YOUR EMAIL!!!

I sent you an email about selling your mowers.

[Brayzon Landscaping]

What is better door hangers or Flyers? I am just trying to decide which would be better. Has anyone had more success with one or the other?

[EagleLandscape]

neither. network and use word of mouth. far more powerful. we would spend 4k a year on door fliers, not this year. spent a whole year building relationships, and it has paid off.

[Brayzon Landscaping]

neither. network and use word of mouth. far more powerful. we would spend 4k a year on door fliers, not this year. spent a whole year building relationships, and it has paid off.
I do the networking thing also. What was your response from spending 4k a year? Were they fliers or door hangers?

[mikewhit1010]

MIKE WHIT, ANSWER YOUR EMAIL!!!

I sent you an email about selling your mowers.

I never got that email. Try again mike@whitpm.com

[TXNSLighting]

Ive done the door hanger thangand the mag ads, and all. Ya know what the best has been? My enclosed trailer. Having that thing being seen all over town, people have started to really notice it. Door hangers got me one job. Direct mailers have got me nothing. Next is really hard networking! Thats the only way! Instead of spending that 5k+ per year on advertisements, use half that taking other contractors to lunch and meeting with everyone possible.

[Hoots]

TXNS I am available everyday around noon for lunch.:drinkup:

[outrunjason]

You got to watch this. I can't believe it.

If you work around the Plano area this might ring a bell. I mow 3 doors down from this house.

http://www.wfaa.com/sharedcontent/dws/wfaa/latestnews/stories/wfaa090306_ac_planodeath.be56257.html

[TXNSLighting]

TXNS I am available everyday around noon for lunch.:drinkup:

:laugh::laugh: Where exactly are you?

[outrunjason]

Anyone read and watch the video on my Post?

It was a top news story yesterday. Brandt Lawn Service owner was killed in his home. I see Brandt Lawn Service all the time in Plano. I had no idea he lived 3 houses down from where I mowed. Some stations like 4 and 11 have even better footage of his crew and interviewed some of his neighbors.

[Hoots]

Yeah, saw it on the news. Sorry, not all of us know him like you do. It is very sad but for us who don't know him it does not hit us the same.

About a month ago, Chris Martinez, a volunteer fire fighter that had a pest control business that lived around the corner from me that was shot in the street by a guest of a neighbor. I knew the guy and traded services with him. It hit me the same way it is hitting you, but to others it is not the same.

TXNS, I am in Burleson to Fort Worth to Arlington and hopefully soon into Weatherford. You say the word and I will let you buy me lunch:drinkup: No seriously I can afford my own but I am always willing to meet another contact.

There was a new guy out of Fort Worth that was talking about starting up the other day. I offered him a cup of coffee and a chance to explain that right now was not the time to drop a steady 40 hr job to go mow. He has not taken me up on it yet. I guess he doesn't like coffee.:laugh:

[outrunjason]

Hmm I just through Brandt was a decent size. I thought he had maybe 2 vans. I just see him a lot in the Plano, Frisco, Mckinney areas and thought someone might have seen the vans.

It didn't hit me hard but rather a shock. I mow 3 doors down. Last year I would see there van over there with some guys. I was like man how long does it take to do a condo. They are just jacking around. Had no idea that was the owners house. I thought all lawn care people were rich, lived in big houses, drove trucks with long trailers with everything on it! :)

[TXNSLighting]

TXNS, I am in Burleson to Fort Worth to Arlington and hopefully soon into Weatherford. You say the word and I will let you buy me lunch:drinkup: No seriously I can afford my own but I am always willing to meet another contact.



I definately like the contacts! We'll definately get together one of these days! That goes for everyone else on here as well! we need to be helpin eachother out in these times!

[Turf Dawg]

Anyone read and watch the video on my Post?

It was a top news story yesterday. Brandt Lawn Service owner was killed in his home. I see Brandt Lawn Service all the time in Plano. I had no idea he lived 3 houses down from where I mowed. Some stations like 4 and 11 have even better footage of his crew and interviewed some of his neighbors.

Sorry to hear that.
I wonder if it might be something like what happened to I guy I know a few years ago. He worked in the The Coloney area and mowed my brother in laws yard. He had some workers he had to pay in cash [if you know what I mean], well anyway some ex employees went to his house early the morning of payday and tied him up, tried to beat him to death, and stole the payrole cash. Luckly he did not die before they found him, but it took him a long time to recover.

[Morningside]

That is really sad. I dont know what to think about it. I fear for my familys safety all the time. I know we are all targets for robbery because of the equipment we have. When i use a new laborer that i dont know, i often wonder if this is the guy i will have to deal with. I was raised in San Diego and delt with people who have had to live in poverty and will take what they need to survive. Desperation does things to people and i think we will see more of this with this economy. keep your eyes open.

[American_Lawn]

Does anyone here have or know someone that has the tailgate ramp on their truck? I would like to make sure my mini z can make it up one before I purchase one. Thanks

[EagleLandscape]

There is a trailer company in McKinney that will built them for you. TJ Justice's Just Mowing uses him to construct them on his trucks. I think it is like $1100 or so to remove bed, and make full blown trailer/bed.

Weird deal on brandt company. never heard of them before. residential? do irrigation?

[Turf Dawg]

I wish all you city boys would quite hogging all the rain today. I made plans to do some paper work and bids because of all the rain we were suppost to get today, but so for all we have gotten is not even a tenth of an inch. I need to lay some sod but did not want to prep the area and have it wash out so I may have waited for nothing. Dang we need some rain, makes me want to slap the weatherman.

[Woody82986]

Yeah... It's still raining here in Lewisville. I kind of wish it would stop and start drying up so I will be able to finish the rest of the work for this week.

[TXNSLighting]

It has yet to stop raining here...

[TXNSLighting]

Looking for a sales person, so if anyone knows of anyone let me know!

[Hoots]

I think I'm a pretty good salesman. I do all of my own selling.

Tell you what, give me your leads I bet I can get them sold.

[Turf Dawg]

Looking for a sales person, so if anyone knows of anyone let me know!

I bet you could pick up some used car sales persons here pretty quicke:laugh::laugh::laugh:

[Woody82986]

Did anyone in the metroplex actually get any work done today? It seems like even the pavement didn't dry up until 2pm...

[Hoots]

Yeah, minor shrub trimming, flowerbed clean up, pull and replace mulch on a new property. Black mulch is lovely. New customer almost did a flip because of how good it looks. Sometimes I even amaze myself.

[TXNSLighting]

If i got the leads i can usually sale em! Its just getting them! I suck at that. Yeh i figured i could find some good car salesman!

[TXNSLighting]

I dont think its even dry here yet!

[lawn_jockey]

Looks Like we are stuck for a day of Rain on Friday too. I thought we made it perfectly clear that we only allow rain on Sundays after 1pm and ending at 8pm. :wall:help:

[EagleLandscape]

Sent the guys out at 10am today. Worked until 6pm. Hoping to get a few hours in tomorrow. we are so behind its not even funny. they might work a few hours in the morning, wait out the noon rain, and resume around 3pm.

I will do your selling, as long as I can do the work too:)

just give me the name and numbers of property managers.

Hint: No one is going to be a better salesman for your company than you will be. You know all the answers, the best salesman in the world will never know.

half of my sales meetings talk about horticultural practices, scheduling, fertilizer analysis. you think a guy getting paid a small commission knows all of that stuff?

if he did, he would own his own company.

[Dallas Turf]

I know it is messing with everyones schedule, but lets quit wining about and take it when we can get it. We were about 8" behind from last year. I would rather be behind schedule now than go through all the B.S. that was going on with the water rationing we had in 2006, where customers were cancelling the work out of fear of not being able to water their yards.

Clean your office, clean the shop, sharpen that pile of blades, make collection calls, call that lady back who wanted some little extra last week, there is never a shortage of things to do in the office.

Pick the kid up from school and take out to dinner, we will all be busy enough soon enough.

Sorry for the rant.

Jason

[EagleLandscape]

We're still working in the rain today.

[Woody82986]

I went to take a look at a few of my lawns thismorning. I can't put a mower on any of the ones I went to right now. My foot leaves a mark so I know my hustler will. Instead, I sharpened blades, cleaned up the equipment some, and now I'll spend the rest of the day doing a little paperwork and maybe if the rain stops I'll go put out some postcards.

[Morningside]

This is for anybody that is following the story. I just heard that they arrested two men in the robbery and beating death of Larry Brandt. It cant bring him back but its something.

[TXNSLighting]

Im glad they caught em!

[mikewhit1010]

Hey hope everyone is enjoying this weather.

I decided to post what I am looking for here to see if you guys are interested in getting rid of some of your equipment.

I am in need of:
*2 Commercial 21" mowers. I would prefer them not be Toro but if you are letting some go for a good deal I wouldnt mind.
*Stihl Pole Saw
*Redmax or Stihl back back blower

Dont really care how they look as long as they work.

Let me know
mike@whitpm.com thanks

[TXNSLighting]

Come on DFWins! Lets dont let this die. Hows business for everyone? Anyone picking up? What are you all doing??

[LawnMastersTx]

Business is going steady right now. Few other irrigation companies going out of business has increased some of our work. Did you get a new truck Ryan?

[EagleLandscape]

We are way too busy. Will be running 3 maint crews within the next 2 weeks. Irrigation is booked 2 weeks out for 3 techs, and will finalize the purchase of a third irrigation company within the next 30 days.
Sold 5 more large commercial accounts this month.

[Woody82986]

I'm doing pretty well. Picking up some seemingly great new clients.

[TXNSLighting]

Business is going steady right now. Few other irrigation companies going out of business has increased some of our work. Did you get a new truck Ryan?

Did my neighbor call you? Nope still got the Gm. Lawyer is taking care of it.

[TXNSLighting]

Theyre always great the first few weeks! :laugh:

[TXNSLighting]

Good to hear John!! Keep it up!

[outrunjason]

Hey hope everyone is enjoying this weather.

I decided to post what I am looking for here to see if you guys are interested in getting rid of some of your equipment.

I am in need of:
*2 Commercial 21" mowers. I would prefer them not be Toro but if you are letting some go for a good deal I wouldnt mind.
*Stihl Pole Saw
*Redmax or Stihl back back blower

Dont really care how they look as long as they work.

Let me know
mike@whitpm.com thanks

You prefer they not be toros? What else is there? :)

[mikewhit1010]

Hondas, gravely, john deere......Got 3 Hondas and they are 200 times better then those Toros I use to have. Dont know why I never liked the Toros. They broke down to often.

[henri4207]

I need a foreman/ driver for one of my lawn crews, anyone know where I can get a good one from or where I should advertise?

[outrunjason]

Place an ad on Craigs List. You will have more calls and resumes than you can handle. I placed an ad for a driver and couldn't believe the calls. It does cost $25 bucks but well worth it.

[TXNSLighting]

I hate that they make you pay now, but for the results you get now its prob worth it. better then monster or career builder. they want $400!

[zmanl28]

New guy here. A Cut Above Lawn and Landscaping Service is my business.

Great site. Love the pics and info.

I service the Hurst-Euless-Bedford area and recently started service in the Lake Worth area. A lot of growth out there.

I hate mowing, so I'm really selling landscaping and hardscaping jobs right now.

Also, selling a lot of Gutter Guard installations (very profitable). Most people are afraid of getting on their roof. Fortunately I'm a bit of a dare-devil, and I still have the "The mission is more important than your life" mindset that I acquired in the Army.

The love of my life right now is my old John Deer JX85. It pulls me up hills, always starts, and I love that I can disengage the blade without cutting the engine off.

I'm in desperate need of a trailer. Minimum 5' by 10'. So if anyone knows where I can get one cheep...

So, for those of you who hate landscaping and hardscaping let me now if I can help when your customers ask you to do some. I'll give you a 10% cut, of course.

By the way, let it rain. That's what a good poncho and waterproof boots are for.

[TXNSLighting]

New guy here. A Cut Above Lawn and Landscaping Service is my business.

Great site. Love the pics and info.

I service the Hurst-Euless-Bedford area and recently started service in the Lake Worth area. A lot of growth out there.

I hate mowing, so I'm really selling landscaping and hardscaping jobs right now.

Also, selling a lot of Gutter Guard installations (very profitable). Most people are afraid of getting on their roof. Fortunately I'm a bit of a dare-devil, and I still have the "The mission is more important than your life" mindset that I acquired in the Army.

The love of my life right now is my old John Deer JX85. It pulls me up hills, always starts, and I love that I can disengage the blade without cutting the engine off.

I'm in desperate need of a trailer. Minimum 5' by 10'. So if anyone knows where I can get one cheep...

So, for those of you who hate landscaping and hardscaping let me now if I can help when your customers ask you to do some. I'll give you a 10% cut, of course.

By the way, let it rain. That's what a good poncho and waterproof boots are for.

Welcome! Im in the landscape lighting field. So start offering it to your customers and i of course give finders fees. We can meet up sometime and ill tell you a bit about my company.

[jasonk]

glad to here from some north Tx. guys
LAKE SHORE LAWN AND PROPERTY MAINTENANCE
Cedar Creek Lake

[mikewhit1010]

FOR SALE 48" EXMARK.

http://dallas.craigslist.org/ftw/grd/1103615869.html

[TXNSLighting]

Would you be interested in trading for a JD 727 60"? He would prob need a little cash with your mower since its smaller and has higher hours. I believe the JD has 1200 hours.

[Dallas Turf]

How much cash you want for the JD 727?

[texastruecuttin]

Hey I was looking to see if any of yall had a proline bag(21in) that you might sell. I need one bad and in a hurry. Got to get one before the end of next week. Cheapest place i found them was mowpart for 75 and was hoping to get one for a little less and wondering if anyone could help me out. Thanks I Appreciate it. Mike id like to know more about your 34 gravely if you want to fill me in on some details my email is jensenpool@yahoo.com

[Hoots]

Hey I was looking to see if any of yall had a proline bag(21in) that you might sell. I need one bad and in a hurry. Got to get one before the end of next week. Cheapest place i found them was mowpart for 75 and was hoping to get one for a little less and wondering if anyone could help me out. Thanks I Appreciate it. Mike id like to know more about your 34 gravely if you want to fill me in on some details my email is jensenpool@yahoo.com

Toro 21 right? Got one.

[TXNSLighting]

How much cash you want for the JD 727?

Hes asking $3500 for it. I just used it today actually, and its still kickin fantastically. Its got a great cut.

[EagleLandscape]

that mower is too expensive. i bought the same mower with 400 hours on it for 3k. that mower isnt worth more than 2k.

[Hoots]

Ok, which one of you is trying to pawn off your properties on craigslist?

Posting on there today wants to pay someone $100 per day with their own equipment to mow 50 yards per week Monday thru Thursday.

Who is already getting lazy on this? LOL

[TXNSLighting]

Ok, which one of you is trying to pawn off your properties on craigslist?

Posting on there today wants to pay someone $100 per day with their own equipment to mow 50 yards per week Monday thru Thursday.

Who is already getting lazy on this? LOL

:laugh::laugh::laugh: Now thats funny right there.

[EagleLandscape]

That'd be sweet if a day was considered "1/2 hour"

Anyways, moving onto more intelligent items. Here are some things I bought last week. Enjoy.

ZTR, handhelds, blowers, 16' gooseneck dump trailer. What economy downturn?

http://www.lawnsite.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=142988&stc=1&d=1238886919

[Morningside]

Nobody likes a "buy-it-all"

[EagleLandscape]

versus what? using bad equipment?

[TXNSLighting]

I like a buy it all! Maybe thats cause i am one...

[Morningside]

"buy-it-all" was a joke. I am jealous that i cant afford to buy all that nice new equipment.

[Morningside]

Wingfield, where are those business cards you were going to send me?

[EagleLandscape]

did you send me your address?

[Morningside]

I pm'd to you. I will send again.

[mikewhit1010]

Would you be interested in trading for a JD 727 60"? He would prob need a little cash with your mower since its smaller and has higher hours. I believe the JD has 1200 hours.

I would forsure be interested. Send me an email with info. Mike@whitpm.com Thanks

[mikewhit1010]

Man EagleLandscape. I am very impressed. I have read a few forums and its hard to believe you are only 24. I think I read that correct.

So my question is you went to school in College Station so how did you grow your business so big in just a couple of years.

[EagleLandscape]

When i was in College Station I didn't work on growing my business. Mostly we did like 30-50 yards in the summer, and I had a guy that just did them all in a week by himself. I guess I have had my company for 6 years, 4 while in school, and 2 while out of school.

while I was in school we just mowed residential, and picked up some landscape projects here and there. Just little projects like $2,000 - $6,000. Do alot of those and they do pile up.

When i graduated in 2007, i decided to get serious and go mostly commercial. Really just been blessed beyond belief. Have had the opportunity to meet some key decision making people that I have gotten to know and work closely with. Every commercial account we have, except for stuff with USM is word of mouth referral stuff.

We're still pretty small from what I think. Everyone and their dog here owns a landscaping company pretty much.

We do a handful of banks in Ft Worth/Keller. Maybe we'll run into each other one day,

[TXNSLighting]

Did you get my email Mike?

[mikewhit1010]

No I didnt. I will look threw my spam. I guess just PM me. Maybe my email is jacked up.

[Hoots]

I need to find a good dealer for a box truck. Anyone buy recently?

I have seen a couple of places off 35 and Mockingbird in Dallas but never saw a number or business name to call. (never there during business time)

Looking for an Isuzu NPR. I see more of those than other brands.

Thanks.

[Turf Dawg]

I need to find a good dealer for a box truck. Anyone buy recently?

I have seen a couple of places off 35 and Mockingbird in Dallas but never saw a number or business name to call. (never there during business time)

Looking for an Isuzu NPR. I see more of those than other brands.

Thanks.

How big are you looking for? There is a used car place up here in Gainesville that has two GMC 2006 diesels with what looks like to be a 14' boxes. They look to be in great shape while driving by.

[TXNSLighting]

Anyone friends with any pool companies around us? im trying to do some networking, and it may help to to know someone to call.

Thanks guys.

[Hoots]

Cleaning or building?

I have buddy that builds above ground pools and services all pools. They also move spas.

[TXNSLighting]

If they have any highend clients then sure!

[mikewhit1010]

GOT TO LOVE CRAIGSLIST

Here are two postings

"I have 4-5 stumps to be grind down, they are 9"- 19" if interested let me know.
These are all at one house in Coppell, willing to pay around $150. "

and my favorite

"I need someone to mow my backyard. The grass is now probably 2 feet in a few spots. My husbands laziness is your gain. I will pay $20. Please email or call "

[Turf Dawg]

Is the grass greening up and growing in the DFW area? The only thing growing good in my area is weeds. The Bermuda is starting to come out alittle and the StAugustine is grenig up but not growing. It seems like the late freezes this year has really slowed everthing down. I forgot about the overseeded rye, it's going ape s crazy but that doesn't count.

[Hoots]

So this rain event that the news people are talking about, do they have door prizes? games? rides for the kids?

Looks like we will be working on Saturday this week.

Good luck.

[TXNSLighting]

Looks like this whole weeks gonna be rained out...fun times.

[Woody82986]

Should be interesting trying to work around all the rain.

[EagleLandscape]

No work today, we should be able to work everyday the rest of this week. I will send em out if they don't have to sit longer than 2 hours waiting the rain out. any longer than that and it's a waste of money. but sitting in the truck for 2 hours is still worth the loss, to avoid getting behind on certain jobs.

[TXNSLighting]

Yeh it looks like tomorrow will be good, but wednesday and friday look ify. We shall see!

[Turf Dawg]

Just wait a couple of hours and they will change it again. My area had us at 80% of strong storms on Monday and we got less than 1/10". I think when they call for 70% up I will head on out and not change any plans, but when they call for a 30% down I will take rubber boots and have a back-up plan. We do need some heavy fast rain because the stock tanks are real low.

[EagleLandscape]

Stock tanks...?

I don't know about you but I'm prefer days that are dry. Good weather means money in my pocket. Rainy weather means catching up on paperwork that is a month old (not my fave)

[TXNSLighting]

So much for that rain today.

[Turf Dawg]

So much for that rain today.

Hey we got the stock tanks full today in my area. As a matter of fact they moved some people out of low areas and water was getting into my mother in laws garage. I looked at the rain guage about 15 min ago and it was at the top of my 6" gauge so I'm not sure how much we have total but it is more than 6".

[Woody82986]

Dude it's been raining like hell in Lewisville for the better part of 3 hours now... So it hasn't been raining in Weatherford? I'm heading that way in the morning to get my work done over there for the week.

[TXNSLighting]

Holy crap over 6 inches?! I would love to have that here...

It hasnt rained a drop here Thomas. I was rather dissapointed. that figures yal would get bad ass rain, but yet here where its really needed, nothin...Theyre having to pump water into our lake so we can have some drinkin water...yeh and chargin the crap out of us for it!

[Woody82986]

That's really nasty water anyway... I'd rather they pump better stuff in. hahaha

[TXNSLighting]

yeh i guess...but you dont have to pay for it!!

[TXNSLighting]

Now that was a hell of a storm!! Half the town doesnt have power!

[Hodge]

Hey I was looking to see if any of yall had a proline bag(21in) that you might sell. I need one bad and in a hurry. Got to get one before the end of next week. Cheapest place i found them was mowpart for 75 and was hoping to get one for a little less and wondering if anyone could help me out. Thanks I Appreciate it. Mike id like to know more about your 34 gravely if you want to fill me in on some details my email is jensenpool@yahoo.com

Did you find a bag already? I have two I never use available.

[George D]

Hello Guys, George D checking in. i'm in St.Paul (wylie) anybody know of a 36" walk behind for sale i need a bigger machine.
this is a great post

have a great day guys

[Hoots]

I need some help from a legitimate LCO that services Sherman and Denison.

Must have or get soon $500,000 GL and $500,000 auto policy.

PM me so I can get you connected. Please reply ASAP.

Part time guys need not apply.

[LNM]

Hey Guys, I am the owner of Landscaped Nightmoods. We are a Local company in the DFW area. If there is anything you need feel free to shoot me a message, would like to see about getting together with some contractors who are need of a lighting company to work along side with you. We work all over North Texas, so let me know if you need anything.

[texastruecuttin]

hey was looking to buy some mowers from a guy often seen on craiglist. his name is joe out of fort worth and he always has mowers for sale in the dallas craigslist. I figured some of yall might know of him and could tell me anything you know bout him or if you have had experiece dealing with him. i Think he is just rebuilding mowers and then puttin them up for sale. HE normally is sellin toro 21's and that is what i am needing soon so just seeing what yall know. hell for all i know he could be a member on here but anyhow we'll see. Thanks

[mikewhit1010]

He does the work on my mowers. He is a pretty legit guy. He is a younger guy and him, his brother and father ( who has been in the biz for a while) rebuild them. He is very knowledgeable about 21"s

[Morningside]

I bought an older 21" toro from him. it was worked pretty good but he was straight up about its condition. its on my trailer right now and has been for the last three weeks.

[texastruecuttin]

Thank yall for the help have you been happy with your mower becuase i am sure many he sells are close to the same condition and how many hours have you been puttin it through. I need one to give me a realiable 10 hours a week and think a rebiult one should hold up to it but seeing what you thought of the rebuilt mowers duribility and what youve expierenced with them. PArticulary looking to buy two toro 2 cylcles off of em if that helps any. Thanks again

[EagleLandscape]

I have 2 cycles I might want to sell for $300ea. They will start and run, but might need $100 in repairs each to get them to superior shape.

[another_jose]

I been doin small engine repair close to 5yrs from blowers to 0turns..fast turnaround and of course FREE DIAGNOSE.

I been selling on craigslist for the last 2-3yrs mainly commercial LAWN equipment--Commercial Toro Suzuki 2 Cycle $250-$300 and 4 cycle Honda Kawasaki $300-$400 Commercial HondaHRC216 $350-$450

I also BUY unwanted broke down commercial lawn equipment so if you have broken toro(s)/Honda(s) or a echo/stihl thats locked up give me call im always needing parts.

South Fort Worth
817.806.6556 Joe

[TXNSLighting]

Wow...good find there..

[Dallas Turf]

Any one have any hanger services they would reccomend. I have not put any out for a few years and wanted to know who is still hanging them.

McKinney / Allen / Frisco areas.


Thanks,
Jason

[MowHouston]

I've got a new customer that is looking for stump removal, fertilization, and some sod to be laid in the back yard, possible the front too.

Give me a call 956-566-5895.

Customer is in Arlington

I'm looking to network with some businesses for fertilization, pest control, tree work, stump removal, sod, etc. Give me your contact info so I can refer these customers to you.

[TXNSLighting]

Hey guys im looking for a couple Toro mowers. Looking for a 07+ 52" Z. a 36" walk behind with the Tbar controls, and possibly a proline 21". Let me know if you know of anyone with these.

Thanks.

[TXNSLighting]

got a Z, so just need the others. Thanks!

[George D]

hey guys,i'm looking for a cheeeep 32-33" machine. i have a 36" exmark but need smaller for gates..

i do wylie rockwall garland

thanks guys

[kdbetters]

I run a 2 crew lawn care operation here in Arlington, TX. I have decided to pursue other interests and therefore I am looking to sale my business. This business services Arlington, Mansfield, Grand Prairie & surrounding areas. I am looking to sell the business as entire entity, equipment & customers. Here is some general info about the business.

We have about 250 current customers, but have over 750 customers in our database that we have serviced over the past several years.

We have been in business for 6 years.

We have 2 crews that basically do mow and go & small landscaping jobs.

We have about $15,000 in trucks & equipment. (Mowers, trimmers, etc.)

We have 5 employees, and our facility is in Kennedale, TX.

In 2008 we grossed over $170,000 in revenue. (We have documentation to prove all numbers, bank statements & tax documents)

None of our customers are on contracts, however we have credit cards on file for 95% of our current customers. We charge credit cards next day, which makes cash flow much better!

This business can be a nice route for some that wants to get in the business or a company looking to grow rapidly or to expand. This is my baby and have a really hard time even typing this now. However, I know for me in my life now its the best thing for me to do. I can be involved in the transition from beginning to end as for some of these customers have been with me for some time.

The asking price is $40,000. This can be made back within 3 months. This is a great investment for the money. Again, we grossed over $170,000 in 2008. That's not even 1/3 of gross. Its really a great deal, and possibly negotiable depending on the details of the deal. If you have any questions, you can pm me or email me at keith@betterlawns.net. I have a facility in Kennedale where we can meet and you can actually see the entire operation. Again, we have official documentation to prove all of our numbers; bank reconciliations, tax returns, bank statements. I am a reputable business that does things the right way. Please only contact me if you are serious, as this is a serious business. If you contact me through the email, I can give more details and more info if talks progress into that. Thanks for looking, and don't hesistate to ask any questions!!!

[mikewhit1010]

Sent you an email. What equipment do you have.

[TXNSLighting]

I just emailed you.

[Hoots]

Has anyone heard back from kdbetters?

[TXNSLighting]

Yeh ive talked to him. Hes already sold it apparantly...:(

[Hoots]

Wow. That was a quick sale. I looked at it and waited a couple of days before I jumped at it.

The one thing that had me perplexed is the value of equipment for two crews. 15k sounds like two hatchbacks, a broken residential weedeater and a Murray non-selfpropelled weedeater. That or the trucks and equipment were in need of replacement.

Nevertheless, I was not extended a courtesy call or email to tell me directly it was sold, thanks for the reply now buzz off.

I shall wait for another opportunity.
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[Hoots]

I'm in need of a quality ramp for my box truck. Dovetail with spring assisted ramps or hydraulic lift...I am open to options.
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[ddcontracting]

I am selling off some lawn accounts in Plano,Allen The Colony, North Dallas, and Frisco. Full maintenance yards are $200 each account and weekly accounts are $125 each account. Please let me know if anyone is interested. I also have some equipment for sale as well.
Ryan

[lawncaresupply]

Hey guys,Great Prices on fertilizer seed and chemicals,if i can be of any help let me know,owner operator just like you.
http://lawncaresupply.net/ Alex 972-877-2829 thanks

[ironman1994]

I do not know if there are any fert and squirt guys in here, but I have a customer that is looking for another company to provide fert. and spray services. They are located in the Frisco area. Drop me a line if you're interested.

I'd appreciate any help!!!

Thanks,
KJ

[George D]

any of you guys cut around white rock lake? if you do give me a call someone called me about mowing,i dont go that far all i have is his name and number
needs it cut asap(lawn has not bin cut in 3 weeks)

George
469 222-6359

[Brayzon Landscaping]

Just wondering is anyone ready to sell out for the year?

[Hoots]

I've picked up a couple of guys small routes this year. A lot of what I see out there are part timers trying to make a living...not selling.
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[Dallas Turf]

I would be interested in buying accounts in Allen or McKinney.

[outrunjason]

Hey guys. I need yalls help. I was arrested in Wylie for having pepper spray. I am very upset about it. Please read the off topic area about it. I am trying to get everyone to e-mail or call some news stations as well as wylie pd for sure for doing what they did.

http://www.outrunproductions.com/video/wyliearrest.wmv

[George D]

wait a minute! I need help here,why did you get popped for pepper spray?i have to play with wylie,murphy and sachse cops all the time(1973 truck no shoulder belts)I just need some more info before i yell fire in a crowded room.i'm not sure how it went from "what are you doing?" to you have the right to remain silent:dizzy:

leave your camera going from now on but that can get you trouble also but if cops can record you then you should be able to record them.right???

i wish you good luck

[outrunjason]

Oh George I am glad to see you live in Wylie.

Are they always like this. I mean in my situation at least 4 cars on one stop stuff like that. Do they make lots of traffic stops etc?

That is why I am so mad. They were sure that my stuff on my trailer was stolen though I had told them the whole truth but arrested me anyway after 45 min.

I was arrested at the corner of Ballard and I think it is rustic at the corner by that dental place.

[mikewhit1010]

just curious why you have a dash cam.... sucks you got in trouble for that man

[outrunjason]

Well I have had a laptop in my truck for a long time. I then added a webcam because I broadcast my truck live on my lawn care website. People can log on and watch there house and other houses being mowed. It's just another thing to drive traffic. But it comes in hand in a lot of other situations let me tell ya. Want to know what your guy is doing while your in the back weedeating?

I had a case that I used it for when a drunk guy started peeing right in front of my truck. I turned the camera on and recorded it. Then he drove off and I followed him. He ran 3 lights almost hit parked cars on streets and finally the police got in and pulled him over. He was arrested. I turned over my video and didn't have to go to court. You can use it for all kinds of stuff. It would have been nice to have had it on in this situation.

[outrunjason]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ai__6XT-XUc

[Dallas Turf]

If you broke the law take your lumps and quit crying poor me.

You looked suspicious, you got checked out, you even have priors...

Take it to court and deal with it. Let the judge decide what the law means. If you were this big of a smart a@@ to the cops no wonder you were arrested.

By making such a stink about it you are just looking like more of a punk to the Judge. Request a jury trial. Don't consent to a search.

Know what you are allowed to carry. Ignorance of the law does not mean it does not apply to you.

Jason

[outrunjason]

If you broke the law take your lumps and quit crying poor me.

You looked suspicious, you got checked out, you even have priors...

Take it to court and deal with it. Let the judge decide what the law means. If you were this big of a smart a@@ to the cops no wonder you were arrested.

By making such a stink about it you are just looking like more of a punk to the Judge. Request a jury trial. Don't consent to a search.

Know what you are allowed to carry. Ignorance of the law does not mean it does not apply to you.

Jason


Jason,

Looking suspicious is fine. I was ok with that. One of the reason I requested all the video is after 45 min I was still there. Even though everything checked out. Carry pepper spray is not illegal depending on who you talk to.

I have one prior for a small fight back in 2000. That is when I was 21 years old and me and a friend got into a fight. Didn't even show up it was such a minor deal.

Where do you think I was this big smart ass to the cops? I didn't get that from anywhere. This hits the news this week and then something happens after that, that I can not let out.

[Dallas Turf]

Jason,
I said IF you were being a smart a@@.


I lived in Wylie for five years until I moved about a year ago. I have been pulled over by the Wylie Police for many reasons, and never even had any tickets from it. Courtesy goes a long way with police officers, they have a tough job to do as well.

Jason

[mpickel]

I'm going to ask a stupid question, so you save your time and energy if our not going to help. I'm trying to figure out if we are in the same ballpark as the market.

We had a bank approach us about maintaining two lots, one had 5,000 sq ft of turf and the other was about 1 acre of turf. Assuming nothing funky, if you had to ballpark it what would you charge?

[TXNSLighting]

Anyone have any clients needing landscape lighting let me know! I give great kick backs! Have a goodn!

[TPnTX]

you give great what? HA!!!

How life treating you over there. I'm glad I didn't go total lighting business. Its been a busy maintenance year for us. Now landscape is picking up.

[TXNSLighting]

Yeh you need to just sub out lighitng to me!! O its not to bad. I really need to move over to the southlake area!! Were about to hit it hard in the next month. Lighting season is really going to be kickin!

[George D]

Jason, they have a job to do.i have bin stopped lots of times,no tickets just checked me out and let me go(old truck with lap belts)i'm glad they check people out my truck got broke into and that p o s got away.i get nervous going threw Murphy,i thought a cop was gonna kick the poo out of me over a debate with the seat belts in my truck 45 minutes later i'm on my way(a little verbal abuse on his part because of 3 seconds of a loose tongue on my part)
again no ticket

respect the badge,take it to court,you don't have to like the cop but show respect its usually painless and if you have to eat a little poo do it.....

know the laws!don't trust your Buddie who got away with something stupid.
laws change slightly from zone to zone

Wylie pd has bin putting on a strong showing(sometimes 2 officers per truck,why?i don't care)as i said above i like seeing them.

if you go to court get a lawyer and then get that fight ex sponged from your record also

i wish you the best of luck

George

[outrunjason]

Jason, they have a job to do.i have bin stopped lots of times,no tickets just checked me out and let me go(old truck with lap belts)i'm glad they check people out my truck got broke into and that p o s got away.i get nervous going threw Murphy,i thought a cop was gonna kick the poo out of me over a debate with the seat belts in my truck 45 minutes later i'm on my way(a little verbal abuse on his part because of 3 seconds of a loose tongue on my part)
again no ticket

respect the badge,take it to court,you don't have to like the cop but show respect its usually painless and if you have to eat a little poo do it.....

know the laws!don't trust your Buddie who got away with something stupid.
laws change slightly from zone to zone

Wylie pd has bin putting on a strong showing(sometimes 2 officers per truck,why?i don't care)as i said above i like seeing them.

if you go to court get a lawyer and then get that fight ex sponged from your record also

i wish you the best of luck

George

George,

I appreciate the info. But coming from a law enforcement family I know what they did was wrong. They know it. I can't go into many details now because the media is all over it and trying to get the tapes and as of right now they are not being so fast to release them and I know why.

I don't mind them stopping me at all but I was just short of being a police officer per say and I know when things don't add up. Recently another officer from another agency even went to Wylie and expressed his concern over it because what they did sheds a bad light on law enforcement. Now he was commenting on the arrest. You just don't arrest for pepper spray.

But they did it cause they wanted to. There is a lot more to it that I can't say and that is why I want those tapes. When this does come out you will see when and where the stop went south. It went from checking my stuff to getting personal and that is where the arrest came in.

You can view my new site at www.theothersideofthebadge.com

[George D]

i know what you mean if you want pm me please.i would love to see how this turns out.

i have bin in pulled over up and down the eastern seaboard(long hair and go-tee not p c)i get profiled all the time,i know my rights but it doesn't seem to help on the side of the road

[TXNSLighting]

i know what you mean if you want pm me please.i would love to see how this turns out.

i have bin in pulled over up and down the eastern seaboard(long hair and go-tee not p c)i get profiled all the time,i know my rights but it doesn't seem to help on the side of the road

its been not bin...

[outrunjason]

LOL:hammerhead:

[TPnTX]

ryan are you talking xmas lights?

[TPnTX]

LOL:hammerhead:

I'm in Wylie right now. Speeding running red lights texting while driving I can't even find a cop
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[outrunjason]

They are scared and hiding from the cameras.

[TXNSLighting]

ryan are you talking xmas lights?

No..i dont do xmas lights. Just landscape lighting...

[outrunjason]

Anyone want to sale customers or sale their business?

[TPnTX]

No..i dont do xmas lights. Just landscape lighting...

I just wanted to clarify because you said "lighting season" I did know there still was a lighting season.

[Woody82986]

Anyone have Mother Nature's phone number or email address? I'd like to give her a piece of my mind right now...

[outrunjason]

Oh man I hear ya. I worked Thursday of last week and then I worked yesterday and that was it. I hope I am not the only one?????????????

I am tired of sitting at home but then again I don't want to get out there with my crew and it start raining and then everyone expects to get paid for the whole day. I don't even know what lawns I am suppose to do at this time. They are pretty much all stacked up now. I might as well put them all on a sheet and do the ones that need it and skip the ones that don't.

[Woody82986]

I got a few in yesterday before it started raining so hard it got everything soggy again. I have some foreclosed homes that I am going to go do here in a few minutes. Nobody cares what those look like as long as they get hacked back down. I simply stacked every client on a list and as soon as it stops raining long enough to quit being soggy, I'm going to get to work and move down the list. I already emailed all clients and let them know I will be there as soon as I can get there and we will get the schedule back on track at a later date.

[George D]

are you a single man?leave that angry beeeeeeeeeeeeeeotch alone!man,she might get really ticked and make it snow or something*trucewhiteflag*.
















but if you do see her, give her a good mule punch to the back of the head for me:laugh:

[Turf Dawg]

Is anyone else looking for their light jacket this morning? It feels more like winter than fall to me.

[Woody82986]

I was looking for my thin pullover... couldn't find it but I didn't spend too much time looking for it either. I toughed it out but I did get a slight chill a time or two. Very nice!

[George D]

nope,this is good weather.what kind of winter do you think we wil have this year?

[mpickel]

It's mother@raineyB*ich-backlog.com...

Anyone have Mother Nature's phone number or email address? I'd like to give her a piece of my mind right now...

[mpickel]

I hope it gets cold this year. This HOA wanted us to clear out a greenbelt that runs along a creek, I swear I saw a few mosquitoes with saddles.


nope,this is good weather.what kind of winter do you think we wil have this year?

[willretire@40]

Are there any big residental lawn care companies that service residental only besides Just Mowing? I was just wondering if there could be more then one company as big as them. Also do you feel that it is hard to compete with them?

[trustworth]

Saying hey to all the metro guys.

I am out of Haslet. Servicing southlake to lake worth. Anyone that needs a question answered send me a message.

We do lawn maint, landscaping, irrigation, hardscaping, lighting, water features, fertilizing and herbicide. Oh yeah sod instillation and tree trimming/ pruning (on a small level).

If you want to net work, sell good equipment, etc please contact me. Im always looking for nice used equipment.

Jonathan Britt
Trustworth Lawn & Landscaping
817-240-6216