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Started by Lawncare-4u.co.uk

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Rated People + similar

Has anyone generated much business using Rated People / other similar websites?

Started by Dean@TheGreenRoomEssex in Business

8 Replies · Reply by Landscape Juice May 27, 2013

Quoting for/offering services you haven't done, but think are within your capabilities

Hello there,

I recently posted a number of times, as i'm in the planning stage of starting a fencing contractor business.

I've noticed a lot of my competition offer a wide range of fencing services, and things like security fencing and metal railings I

Started by Mark Jolley

1 Reply · Reply by Benjamin O'Neill May 29, 2013

Has anyone found a suitable device for watering hanging baskets without a hose pipe.
I was wondering if anyone had used anything with a curved lance, and hand powered pump?? Is there a suitable attachment for a bog standard 16L sprayer??

Started by Steve Gray

6 Replies · Reply by Robbie May 28, 2013

Mulcher Lawnmowers, advice needed

Hi,I now do a few lawns in the v large bracet, 80 % of them cannot get a ride on into he back garden. So I was thinkin of getting a mulching mower to do the lawns out off control, instead of cuttin them 3-4 times with my Honda and Hayter.I have no ex

Started by Andrew Michael Palmer

13 Replies · Reply by les malin May 30, 2013

skips

I normally remove spoil with my tipper although this results in lost time having to drive back and forwards to landfill/recycling yard, so was thinking about using a skip for the next job. Soil bulks by around 20% when dug so can anybody answer from

Started by Brendan McHale in Landscaping

22 Replies · Reply by Stuart Land-Scape.co.uk Jun 3, 2013

Grounds Maintenance Supervisor - Kirkham, Lancashire

I have a full time position within our Grounds Maintenance Team.
All work is based in Wyre, Blackpool, Fylde and Preston areas.

I am looking for someone to start work within the next 7-14 days.

Person must have some experience (not necessarily at Super

Started by Steve Gray

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competition between Landscapers

Hi all,
Not sure if this has come up before anywhere, but I am a garden designer and I work very closely with a core group of experienced landscapers who I trust to do a good job and who are all brilliant with clients.

I know they work hard to build u

Started by Bo Cook in Business

17 Replies · Reply by mark harris Jun 6, 2013

Replacement for Countax

Hi Everyone

I'm looking at changing my ride on and would welcome any advice on the following. I currently have a C800 Countax with a 48 inch mulching deck and a grass collector. The two largest lawns are about half the size of a football pitch(maybe s

Started by Ross Stuart Mckinlay in Machinery

6 Replies · Reply by Lawnman May 27, 2013

Tipper truck or van and trailer?

Hello all - I am looking to upgrade my work horse in the next few weeks but wanted some advice from others:

I have been successful with a transit connect over the past four years being that on large jobs all materials are delivered and skips/grab lorr

Started by Michael Withall

8 Replies · Reply by Kieran Ray Mar 19, 2014

Job in marketing with London Stone

This is not a job in landscaping or horticulture but it is an interesting job and a good opportunity for someone out there. If anybody is interested in the job or knows anybody out there who is suitable, please get in touch, we would love to hear fro

Started by Steve London Stone

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Good neighbours....

A case of neighbours being over-concerned with their privacy? Worst front garden example I've ssen!

Started by Paul McNulty

5 Replies · Reply by Stuart Land-Scape.co.uk May 19, 2013

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Helping wildlife to prosper - what can garden designers and landscapers do?

How can we ensure that garden visitors, whoever they may be, are not exhausted?

With a detailed report from UK conservation groups saying the country's wildlife is facing a real threat, surely garden designers and landscapers are at the forefront of

Started by Craig McGinty in Weather

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Give others your garden projects to 'tweet, like and share'

I have detected a certain cynicism on the network when it comes to 'tweets, likes and shares' - and you know what I think you are right.

Because many people only spend their time doing 'tweets, likes and shares' so you end up seeing the same things g

Started by Craig McGinty in Marketing

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Quoting for a 12 month contract

Hello All, I'm looking for some advice/guidance on providing costs for a 12 month contract.I've been asked to quote to regularly maintain a block of 9 flats. They share a communal garden with lawns, borders, trees & shrubs, the usual.The fortnightly

Started by Marc Cole

6 Replies · Reply by steve loftus May 24, 2013

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Top 7 Traits of a Successful Designer

While looking at the Article relating to to Contractor Traits, I also come across and read the following relating to Designers. Is this also true, are there any other traits/personality types that help or cause Designers to succeed or fail ? Does the

Started by Gary RK in Design

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www.etesia.co.uk

The new Etesia uk site is now up and live today

you will find parts list's for the mowers / price list's for etesia & pellenc and also pdf files of our brochure.

operator books to follow on this site as these are very big files.

this should help you all

Started by Etesia UK

5 Replies · Reply by Gary RK May 24, 2013

Jewsons account

Hi all,Just about to open a jewsons account and was trying to find the details/ codes needed for the ljn discount code. Can anyone point me in the right direction.CheersMark

Started by MWJONES

1 Reply · Reply by Graeme @ BGS May 20, 2013

Etesia pro 53

I have been asked to quote on a big estate not sure of acres yet but I reckon 2 acres of lawn was thinking of using a etesia pro 53 do you think this is economical or would take to long I cannot afford a ride on any views or should I avoid it ?

Started by chris in Machinery

19 Replies · Reply by Able Gardens May 23, 2013

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Understanding your self-employed tax bill

HM Revenue & Customs @HMRCgovuk
Understanding your self-employed tax bill - free pre-recorded #webinar ow.ly/lh8lU

https://www3.gotomeeting.com/register/964114646

Started by Phil Voice in Business

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Agrovista Amenity has strengthened its team with the appointment of Ben Simpson, who joins as Amenity Specialist supporting the Landscape and IVM division.

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