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IZettle

quick question - has anyone used izettle for accepting debit card payments? Just thinking of signing up and buying a card reader for £25. Transactions are charged at 1.75% which seems ok to me. Really want it for tempting cheque paying older custo

Started by Chris & Heather McAlpine in Accountancy, Business, and Marketing

10 Replies · Reply by Andrew Betteridge Sep 14, 2021

Bcs Mower

Hi everyone,

First post so I'll start by thanking admin, past and present, for what is a great resource, and also to all members who contribute and make this forum what it is!

My question is: has anyone experience with this:

https://www.tracmaster.co.u

Started by Max Wiesner

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FSB’s viewpoint on today’s NIC announcement

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Started by Gary RK in Business

8 Replies · Reply by Gary RK Sep 12, 2021

Saltex 2021.

Good evening. I'm a salf employed sole trader, mainly doing grass/ hedges general tidy ups and fencing. Been at it some years now but over the last couple of years this site has been a big help and helped me earn more and taught me how to find better

Started by Mjc

8 Replies · Reply by Mjc Sep 12, 2021

old stihl strimmer running problems

about 2 weeks back using it with the mulching blade on after about 3 hrs non stop appart from re fueling the engin started bogging down when i got home i changed the plug cleaned the air filter it run no problems today more jungel bashing the same t

Started by David Benson in Machinery

3 Replies · Reply by David Benson Sep 11, 2021

EGO battery gauge

I was hoping one of you Ego users may be able to help me. I recently bought a 2.5ah battery with the new style gauge - the older ones are pants, as you probably know - however, there appears to be an odd quirk to them... When using a tool, the batter

Started by Sean Clarke

27 Replies · Reply by Billybop Sep 11, 2021

Change in towing laws - useful info!

https://www.gov.uk/guidance/new-rules-for-towing-a-trailer-or-caravan-with-a-car-from-autumn-2021

Basically, from some point later this year, anyone can tow a (up to) 3,500kg trailer without passing any additional tests.

Started by Sean Clarke

2 Replies · Reply by Sean Clarke Sep 11, 2021

Step Ladder recommendation

I would really appreciate views on the best step ladders for tall hedges. I currently have two Henchman Ladders 10' and 14'. The 10' is great. The 14' I am not so sure about. When I first used it, I thought it was brilliant. However, my view has now

Started by James King

42 Replies · Reply by Tim Wallach Sep 8, 2021

Ex-council machine

My Toro has given up the ghost and it seems that most new mulching mowers are suffering from supply chain issues, so I could be looking a few months to get a replacement.

I've seen an ex-council Viking machine that's allegedly been used for two seaso

Started by Paul Green

3 Replies · Reply by Graham Taylor Sep 6, 2021

Work Trousers

Which work trousers do you favour for general gardening? I've always used Dickies (currently Grafter Duo) but they don't seem as hard wearing these days and they have reduced their range.

Started by John Evans

11 Replies · Reply by Chris & Heather McAlpine Sep 6, 2021

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Selling landscaping business

Hi all,

Hope everyone is doing well.

I am looking at selling my landscaping business down here in Cornwall. Any advice for where to advertise for genuine buyers? I'm thinking possibly Daltons, but not sure if ebay would be the way to go?

Anyone's exper

Started by Jeff Bradley in Business

2 Replies · Reply by Jeff Bradley Sep 6, 2021

Suggest Some Privacy Trees For The Yard

I live in a noisy urban area due to which there are continuous noisy sounds which we can hear. Our neighbors have planted privacy tall hedges to block those disturbing noises. I have confusion that are privacy trees able to block the noises? If yes,

Started by Rachel Beth in Landscaping

4 Replies · Reply by Kris Baker Sep 6, 2021

Using customers mower

Also this week had another client ..I cut his and his neighbours grass weekly ...both the same size and I charge them £50 each ...one I use my own mower the other I use his and his petrol...he thinks I should do his cheaper as he's suppling the mower

Started by Lee Webb

22 Replies · Reply by Neil Ruddick Sep 5, 2021

HRD 536 rear roller

Hi all

I'm pretty sure this topic has been covered before but easier to start a new one and direct to my problem

Ive got a 4yr old rear roller hrd 536 ( superb mower) but I'm sure when I first got it, it worked better. When I engage the drive it needs

Started by Alan M

10 Replies · Reply by Alan M Sep 3, 2021

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Wild Surrey Artist and Photographer of the Year 2022 Open for Entries

Surrey Wildlife Trust is delighted to announce the launch of its Wild Surrey artist and photographer of the year 2022 competition. Supported by STIHL, the competition is open to anyone seven and upwards and aims to showcase the most inspiring nature-

Started by Fleur Voice

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Makita top handle chainsaw

Is anyone using the Makita top handle saws? Either the single battery 18v, or twin battery 36v?

Intended use is fruit tree pruning and renovation.

My little efco top handle saw has died a death.

I'm a big fan of makitas hedge cutters (and coffee mach

Started by Glen Stillman in Machinery

8 Replies · Reply by richard walls Sep 1, 2021

Footprints !

Morning all ..was wondering how when roller mowing grass you go about avoiding footprints as you walk behind..I can't see how you can?...had a moany client this week commenting about it

Started by Lee Webb

9 Replies · Reply by John F Aug 31, 2021

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Garden Maintenance Risk assessment templates

Hi guys

My name is dave and I was wondering if anyone has any garden Maintence templates that can be downloaded as heath and safty company did supply but here charges are to much and as making the buiness a bit smaller just need to do enough to keep

Started by Nigel Gillam in Health and Safety

4 Replies · Reply by Nigel Gillam Aug 30, 2021

Your own garden

I can't be the only one here with the sort of garden you would politely turn away for work. Children and dog toys everywhere, children running feral, chickens roaming free getting under your feet, everything kept a bit wild for the birds and bees, sh

Started by Glen Stillman in Business

3 Replies · Reply by Mick Nunn Aug 29, 2021

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Hayter to change its name.....

On the wire today was news that Hayter U.K. Ltd will change its name to Toro U.K. Ltd ( not unexpected ) but will keep the Hayter model line, both 'sides' of business to run by ReesInk via its Toro distribution network.

Will upload Press Relesse late

Started by Gary RK @ Landscape Juice Network in Machinery

2 Replies · Reply by Glen Stillman Aug 29, 2021

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