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PerfectEarth · #**451** 07-18-2011, 03:32 PM

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Originally Posted by c lawncare

What kind of wheelbarrows do u use or how many do u use?

ALSO, next year I would like to switch out to the Northstar "Excavator" wheelbarrow, all metal:

http://www.midwestrake.com/interim/c...Catalog_11.pdf

A really nice wheelbarrow but I think they're like 160.00 at John Deere or Ewing, where the Jackson ones are like 110.00 at Home Depot.

BBallkid42 · #**452** 07-18-2011, 06:53 PM

Somebody else in Louisville, I'm located mainly in Oldham county and saw you have some mowing in Oldham county. Where do you do your mowing? I might be looking to sell my accounts or sub the work out if you are interested.

PerfectEarth · #**453** 07-18-2011, 09:32 PM

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Originally Posted by BBallkid42

Somebody else in Louisville, I'm located mainly in Oldham county and saw you have some mowing in Oldham county. Where do you do your mowing? I might be looking to sell my accounts or sub the work out if you are interested.

I appreciate the nod. I actually do mostly landscape work- mowing is only on Thursdays and that's only 4--6 yards currently... mowing isn't really my focus- and of those yards, they are in the St. Matthews/Indian Hills/Highlands area.

BUT, if you are serious and the accounts are worth it, I may be interested. If you get to thinking more, send me a message and we'll see what's up. Again, thanks for the thought.

I have actually been doing landscape work (trimming, etc) through a couple other lawn guys I know who are so tied up with mowing, they have little time for the other customer requests and have referred me.

BBallkid42 · #**454** 07-19-2011, 12:16 AM

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Originally Posted by PerfectEarth

I appreciate the nod. I actually do mostly landscape work- mowing is only on Thursdays and that's only 4--6 yards currently... mowing isn't really my focus- and of those yards, they are in the St. Matthews/Indian Hills/Highlands area.

BUT, if you are serious and the accounts are worth it, I may be interested. If you get to thinking more, send me a message and we'll see what's up. Again, thanks for the thought.

I have actually been doing landscape work (trimming, etc) through a couple other lawn guys I know who are so tied up with mowing, they have little time for the other customer requests and have referred me.

Once the time comes I will put some serious thought into and keep you in mind. Otherwise, I'm looking to get some more landscaping experience so if you ever need any help I would more than willing be able to you. I live in Crestwood but travel around almost all of Louisville.

pitrack · #**455** 07-19-2011, 04:53 PM

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Originally Posted by PerfectEarth

Have 3 of the Jackson 'contractor' wheelbarrows- the metal blue ones.

I use my Dingo bucket whenever possible- mostly on landscape stuff (not mulching or detailed things) where I can keep it low to the ground, shovel in debris and dump it easily into the dump truck or dump trailer.

Ever try Brentwood wheelbarrows? I beat the piss out of mine and they hold up like crazy. They're plastic but can hold some serious weight (I know you have a Dingo though).

This is an 8 cube:

deerewashed · #**456** 07-19-2011, 05:23 PM

wouldnt use anything but brentwood, i have both a single wheel 6 cu. and a dual wheel 10 cu. brentwood. the single wheel is the nicest you can buy because of the wide ass tire. it is less tippy as a jackson but still very maneuverable.

Pro-Lawn&Grounds · #**457** 07-19-2011, 05:35 PM

[QUOTE=pitrack;4100161]Ever try Brentwood wheelbarrows? I beat the piss out of mine and they hold up like crazy. They're plastic but can hold some serious weight (I know you have a Dingo though).

I have a couple of those brentwoods ... very tough ... also very pricey lol ... but they hold up sooo well ... I didnt even know they put grease points on wheel barrows till I got them ... it makes a difference though they're so smooth ... and the dual front wheels you can wheel it with one hand when need be

pitrack · #**458** 07-19-2011, 08:24 PM

[QUOTE=Pro-Lawn&Grounds;4100206]

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Originally Posted by pitrack

Ever try Brentwood wheelbarrows? I beat the piss out of mine and they hold up like crazy. They're plastic but can hold some serious weight (I know you have a Dingo though).

I have a couple of those brentwoods ... very tough ... also very pricey lol ... but they hold up sooo well ... I didnt even know they put grease points on wheel barrows till I got them ... it makes a difference though they're so smooth ... and the dual front wheels you can wheel it with one hand when need be

I love them. I get so used to the dual wheel sometimes I go to pick up the single wheel with one hand and tip the damn thing over!

brandoncuts54 · #**459** 07-20-2011, 11:21 PM

Your Work is Phenomenal!! how many guys do u have work for you??

PerfectEarth · #**460** 07-21-2011, 07:45 AM

I'll have to check out that Brentwood wheelbarrow for mulch season next year. Looks like a beast.

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Originally Posted by brandoncuts54

Your Work is Phenomenal!! how many guys do u have work for you??

Thanks! Just myself and another full time guy. I'm only a true 19 months 100% dedicated to the biz... 2007, 2008, 2009 I did it part-time (but llc, insured, taxed, all accounting, totally legit from day one) while still employed on a private landscape crew.

Slow and steady growth. I've had some big offers I've turned down because of my size, which is unfortunate. But better to not pull a dumb move and climb gradually. More guys next year and a third truck. I'm getting too busy, especially March, April, May, June.