Forum

The great age and location dilemma 
What future for younger workers in the north of the UK? One member of the network wonders what options are open to him.

Winter work & marketing 
There are plenty of jobs to be done through the winter months,

Docking wages - legal? 
Do you know your legal position when considering docking wages?

Do you have a retirement pension? 
With many people on the network being self-employed, what provisions have you taken for your retirement?

Getting paid for

I have finally done it. I have handed in my notice! 
A new member on the site is starting out in the landscaping business and already has a selection of tools. But what other tips would you pass on?

Gender is such an ugly word....let's focus on

Saltex at the NEC 
The trade show takes place in November at Birmingham's NEC. Are you planning to visit as many network members are looking to link up?

Ride on mower advice 
One member of the network is looking to buy a new or nearly new ride

Crowdfunder campaign to start gardening and landscape design business 
Turning to crowdfunding to help start a landscaping business, what advice do you have for a new enterprise just taking shape?

Stihl four-mix engines 
Advice and tips on sett

Suggestions on how to 'fix' a new lawn? 
A year after being laid at a new build property, the grass lawn is showing signs of concern with little growth. What can be done?

Grounds maintenance tender search 
Wanting to expand his business, one me

Employer liability 
One members wants to take someone extra on for the summer period, and has had a steep increase in their employers liability insurance.

Where to source British natural stone for landscaping projects 
Britain has some magnific

Why are there so few female designers at the Chelsea flower show? 
In more than 225 Main Avenue show gardens since 2000, only about 60 had any participation by women designers.

Every year thousands of hedgehogs are injured and killed in ga

Wage increase request 
With a young worker on minimum wage, and who has asked for an increase, what is the best way to ensure fairness on both sides?

Anyone building sheds? 
Can you make shed building pay? Or is to best left to DIY home owners

Should I charge more for awkward to reach fence panels and/or doors? 
If part of a job proves more difficult than first thought how can you protect yourself from being out of pocket?

Spare parts suppliers 
Is looking for the cheapest price onli

Automated driveway gates 
While many members will have fitted standard gates, what precautions and ideas do you have for automated gates that can be operated with a key fob?

Re-introduction to LJN 
After employment with larger landscaping

Security of tools and vans 
Dead locks, slam locks or alarms. What do others use to keep the thieves away and valuable equipment safely stored away from prying eyes?

Marshalls Register awards - see all the winners 
With over 600 project submiss