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PabsMaster · #1 02-01-2013, 08:20 PM

Hello,

This is my first time on the irrigation page. I just got a call today from a new client. I own a small lawn care company, and primarily do lanscape/ mowing. I am 15 (almost 16) and have been in the business for 3 years. She asked about getting an irrigation installed in the spring. I told her that I would need to think about it. At first I was thinking this would be to much for a one man crew. Then I remembered watching a video on the toro dingo. I saw that pipe laying machine. I think it is called a vibratory plow? I would like to do the job, what I need is a site with how to do this. My Dad is going to help me with this first one some. But is there a site you guys recommend, or something that could help me? This is a homeowners yard FYI.

Thank You very much, and have a good evening.

Pablo Smith

KrayzKajun · #2 02-01-2013, 08:24 PM

What state are you? Are you required to have an irrigation contractor license?
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DanaMac · #3 02-01-2013, 08:31 PM

Since you are in Texas, turn the job down, or refer it to someone else. TX has some of the toughest and most regulated requirements for being able to repair or install irrigation systems. You need to work for some one else first, study like a mad man, get tested, and hopefully get your license. DO NOT install this system as you may face the wrath of getting fined.

Other than that, have a nice day

KrayzKajun · #4 02-01-2013, 08:33 PM

^^^^^^ what he said ^^^^^^
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Mike Leary · #5 02-01-2013, 08:44 PM

What a drag, having to apprentice under one of us before you can even apply for a license. If that's the the name of the game, I support it.

PabsMaster · #6 02-01-2013, 09:19 PM

Thank You, I far as I know you need a license. You can do it if you are not registered business. ( AKA sense I am not 18 and dont pay taxes) but like you guys said it is not worth the risk. Oh well, I appreciate it very much. Have a good evening!

Pablo

Turf Dawg · #7 02-02-2013, 10:08 AM

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Originally Posted by PabsMaster

Thank You, I far as I know you need a license. You can do it if you are not registered business. ( AKA sense I am not 18 and dont pay taxes) but like you guys said it is not worth the risk. Oh well, I appreciate it very much. Have a good evening!

Pablo

With out a license you pretty much cannot even look at a irrigation system in Texas. Here are the rules by the state.

"A person may not sell, design, install, maintain, alter, repair, service or inspect an irrigation system - or consult in these activities - in this state unless the person is licensed by the TCEQ [Texas Commission on Environmental Quality]"

You do not have to be 18, or any other age for that matter, to take the course or test. If irrigation is something you are interested in why not go ahead and get your license. If you are just mowing while in school [nothing wrong with that young man] and do not intend to make a profession out of the landscape industry then I would not worry about irrigation license or pesticide [spraying] license and just leave that to others.

1idejim · #8 02-02-2013, 11:01 AM

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Originally Posted by Turf Dawg

With out a license you pretty much cannot even look at a irrigation system in Texas. Here are the rules by the state.

"A person may not sell, design, install, maintain, alter, repair, service or inspect an irrigation system - or consult in these activities - in this state unless the person is licensed by the TCEQ [Texas Commission on Environmental Quality]"

You do not have to be 18, or any other age for that matter, to take the course or test. If irrigation is something you are interested in why not go ahead and get your license. If you are just mowing while in school [nothing wrong with that young man] and do not intend to make a profession out of the landscape industry then I would not worry about irrigation license or pesticide [spraying] license and just leave that to others.

The road goes on forever and the party never ends
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ArTurf · #9 02-03-2013, 09:22 AM

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Originally Posted by PabsMaster

Thank You, I far as I know you need a license. You can do it if you are not registered business. ( AKA sense I am not 18 and dont pay taxes) but like you guys said it is not worth the risk. Oh well, I appreciate it very much. Have a good evening!

Pablo

Good decision not to do this. Your thinking about not being a "registered business" in probaby off though. Just because you are not "registered" you are performing it for profit which whether you admit it or not is business. Also do yourself a favor and run your business like a business, get the proper business licenses pay taxes & etc. You will be doing yourself a favor in the long run. For what it's worth I report people in my area. Not to be mean but because it affects the entire industry.