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Lawn scarifier

Hi all, I am looking at getting a lawn scarifier, to start offering the service, any ideas of what type to get. Only just testing the water so don't want to spend mega bucks, also want a collection bag, - don't want to have to rake it all up. Hopeful

Started by Craig Downey

17 Replies · Reply by Peter Sep 5, 2015

Berlingo/Kangoo before taking the big step.....

Hi there..

So, as with quite a few of the recent posters here, I am on the cusp of taking the leap into making my business my full time occupation. I have a good client base built working during the evenings and weekends and work flow is increasing so

Started by Duncan Holmes in Vehicles

12 Replies · Reply by Benedict Simmons Sep 5, 2015

I have finally done it.. I have handed in my notice!

Hi All,

I am new to this site this week. I have already replied to a few items on the forum as I felt I had something to offer.

You all seem like genuinely nice people that help each other, which is great! I can see myself coming here regularly.

Right s

Started by Dan Davies in Business and Info

37 Replies · Reply by Andrew Midgley Sep 4, 2015

what to charge for decking?

hi folks I am about to finish my first decking job tomorrow weather permitting. Unfortunately the more I look at the figures for materials and labour the more i'm worried the customer will have a heart attack. With thanks to some of the forum members

Started by john mcmaster in Landscaping

27 Replies · Reply by john mcmaster Sep 4, 2015

Check if a waste carrier is registered

If you have business waste to be collected and disposed of, you must make sure your waste carrier is registered.

There’s a different register for carriers, dealers and brokers who registered. Ask to see the business’s permit to check what kind of was

Started by Landscape Juice in Waste

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Employer National Insurance contributions for under 21s

Find out about the abolition of National Insurance contributions that apply from 6 April 2015 for employees between the ages of 16 and 21.

Started by Landscape Juice in Careers

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Geographical Move/Wages/Life Standard

Hi.....

Strange question however I would appreciate the views opinions of you good folk.

I am based in the South East and work on the tools in a senior position within a large company. As with all Hort jobs money is never the best but I love it and w

Started by Ben in Info

7 Replies · Reply by Ben Sep 3, 2015

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Winter work & marketing

Good morning,

The van has decided not to start this morning (glow plug/s away) ahead of a busy day grass cutting, typical. So I'm catching up on paper work and been thinking about the winter.

I know it's only August but since it being my first year in

Started by Christopher McLaughlin in Marketing

11 Replies · Reply by Andrew Midgley Sep 2, 2015

Looking for a cleaner to take off cement stains off Indian Stone

Hi I am after a non acid cleaner to take off cement stains on Indian Stone. Does anyone know of a good cleaner thanks

Started by David Marsh in Landscaping

3 Replies · Reply by Steve London Stone Sep 2, 2015

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Changes to the LJN forum front page

From today ( 01/09/2015 ) you will notice some minor, positive tweeks to the LJN front (home) page :

- Description changes to certain 'panels & options' to provide consistent titles.

- New BOG activity feed on the front page. One of the drawbacks of

Started by Gary RK in Info

9 Replies · Reply by Gary RK Sep 1, 2015

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Lawn Dressing Supplier in Stratford B50 4..

Hi All,

We use a lot of the 0-10mm recycled green waste compost in our local area but have a job in Stratford Upon Avon to complete and after a good supplier of the same in bulk loads. Tried Bricklow Quarry but they may be in short supply at the time

Started by The Lawn Company in Turfcare

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50% of sandstone sold in the UK isn't fit for purpose, say Marshalls

@MarshallsGroup @handbyj Would be interesting to know who the sandstone suppliers are.
— Landscape Juice (@LandscapeJuice) May 14, 2015

Started by Phil Voice in Paving Materials and Advice

24 Replies · Reply by Phil Voice Sep 1, 2015

Lesco commercial plus Rotary/Drop Spreader

Hi just wondered if anyone out there is using a Lesco Rotary /Drop spreader, it is a nifty bit of kit being able to do broadcast and drop with the same spreader.But just wondered if there was any info on spreader settings using Headland products ????

Started by chris in Groundscare

1 Reply · Reply by Daisy Lacey Sep 1, 2015

WordPress sites

Ok so I finally built a site using WordPress.

I have been using a vistaprint site for about 7 years and with all the Google changes it stopped appearing on page 1, so I had to build a new one.

I have been just working on layout not much content at the

Started by Paving & Landscaping in Business

11 Replies · Reply by Paving & Landscaping Aug 31, 2015

Cobra Mowers

Having been at the football yesterday at the mighty AFCB I noticed the groundsmen, at the end of the game are now using Cobra Mowers, looking them up today they look fair bits of kit. ?? Any viewsI noticed they are drive shaft driven which I like, be

Started by chris in Groundscare

9 Replies · Reply by chris Aug 30, 2015

Composting - New to it and looking for help

Morning chaps,

I look after a site and the estate manager has kindly given me a nice space to use with the agreement that I empty the previous gardeners crap out of it. Now this crap turned out mostly to be new builders sacks full of collected leaves,

Started by Rory in Waste

14 Replies · Reply by Paul McNulty Aug 30, 2015

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Decking charges; Do special offers work; Equipment theft - LJN Newsletter

What to charge for decking?
After undertaking their first decking job, one member wonders what others think about the price and asks if the figures stack up?

Composting - New to it and looking for help
With the opportunity to start a large co

Started by Phil Voice in Newsletter

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Karcher Professional power washer problem?

I have a portable Karcher washer and it works fine.

But when I attach the big round disk (FR Expert) with the two nozzles, will not work properly. The machine keeps hiccuping (on off, on off), as if there is something stuck and the water pressure is r

Started by Daniela McGhie in Machinery

7 Replies · Reply by Daniela McGhie Aug 29, 2015

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Rigger boots

Well as summer seems to have abandoned the south east I've pulled out my wet weather boots and found that the sole has come away. I like rigger boots as I can tuck my trousers in so no soggy cuffs and easy to pull off and on when I need to go inside

Started by Green Girl Garden Care in Clothing

15 Replies · Reply by Peter Davis Aug 29, 2015

Bargain Waterpoof

This is a great bargain & an excellent jacket. It's half price because a logo has been covered up. They are brand new & the best waterproof that I have owned.

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/KEELA-KINTYRE-Waterproof-Breathable-Wicking-Lined-Jacket-Coat-Hiki

Started by Peter Davis in Clothing

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