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'Garden Designer' an unnecessary overhead to the landscape build contractor ?

Dear all

I have posted this question under the BKO group but too date have only had 4 responses.

I have therefore posted here as general thread.

I am looking for comments particularly from those of you who fall into either a Landscape build or Design di

Started by Kevin Barnett in Design

34 Replies · Reply by Geoff Norfolk Mar 8, 2014

Winter 2013

Is this winter going to be anything like the winter of 1963?.The weather pattern currently looks very similar,snow in the north ,ice in the south.People that work outside probably not worked for two weeks,customers not planning for spring.How long be

Started by Peak surfacing ltd.

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Looking to set up a framework agreement with landscape maintenance contractors Sheffield

Maintenance contractors we can offer hard landscaping solutions for your contracts,paving repair,paving reinstatement,small building works.Contact for a further discussion.

Started by Peak surfacing ltd.

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Cooperative energy

This is not strictly landscape based but will be relevant. I am going to be switching energy supplier and came across the cooperative - did'nt know they supplied energy!

I found their website refreshingly straightforward compared to other suppliers. P

Started by Stuart @ Eco Garden Maintenance

3 Replies · Reply by Stuart @ Eco Garden Maintenance Jan 23, 2013

Whats your philosphy, Gun or Binoculars?

With the snow outside I find myself feeding the birds, and subsequently squirrels and mice, and if I investigate in the morning, footprints may well inform me of larger nocturnal visitors. I like to take a pragmatic approach and try to enjoy or at le

Started by Jez Young

12 Replies · Reply by AndyCharles-EnborneGardeningCo Jan 20, 2013

BH Designs Introduction

Hello,

I have recently joined Landscape juice, and I thought it best to formally introduce myself, and my company.

My name is Ben Harrison, I am a Sole Trader and trade under the name of 'BH Designs'. I was a landscaper in full time employment for 3 ye

Started by Ben Harrison

1 Reply · Reply by Ben Harrison Jan 20, 2013

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PEST analysis

Hi guys

Any of you lot ever done a PEST analysis, I'm just starting one now for my lawn care business...

Started by Robbie

4 Replies · Reply by Liam Timmins Jan 20, 2013

Husqvarna Chainsaw Tool-less tensioner problems Anyone else?

I boughta new Husqvarna 445e chainsaw last year, which has a tool-less chain tensioner. Basically a large knob thats supposed to lock into place when the adjustment has been done. Despite doing everything as per the manual i frequently find the knob

Started by Thermo

4 Replies · Reply by Lawncare-4u.co.uk Jan 21, 2013

Carbide tipped saw chain

Hi all

Does anyone have any experience of using carbide tipped saw chains?

I have a massive hedge-laying job on, (nearly a mile long, 80% hawthorn and blackthorn, very tough cutting). I bought two Oregon "regular" chains, but from day one have found th

Started by Mark Bulman

6 Replies · Reply by Lawncare-4u.co.uk Jan 28, 2013

Capital expenses. What if you don't want to use AIA?

I have a higher turnover in the current year than i did in the tax year 11-12. I also bought a new van in that tax year so have a much higher total of capital expenses than i will this year.

As such it probably makes sense not to claim their full valu

Started by Simon Smith

15 Replies · Reply by Geoffrey King Jan 24, 2013

AproPLAN - software for contractors, architects

Handy application for iPad users that has been released recently - AproPLAN www.aproplan.com

Video explaining the capacities of the application:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=byN9KFhKfVQ

You have a full access to the application for 45 days - pretty co

Started by Alfiya Karimova in Social Media

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The Definitive Guide to Quality Timber Treatment

Common misconceptions about timber treatment are rife, so to cut through all the myths and hype about this complicated subject Jacksons has published this helpful, no-nonsense guide to the dos and don'ts of timber treatment.

The 12 page booklet covers

Started by Marcia Francis

3 Replies · Reply by Phil Voice Jan 21, 2013

Petrol pressure washers

Looking to purchase a small petrol pressure washer for washing the odd patio and garage doors any advice would be gratefull

Started by chris

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8,000th Thread/3000th Member

Just because!

Started by John Baker

3 Replies · Reply by Robbie Jan 22, 2013

Protect Our Bees

Please have a look at this when you get two minutes:

https://secure.38degrees.org.uk/protect-our-bees

It just took me two minutes to email my MP to demand they protect our bees.

British bees are dying. This week new evidence came out proving harmful pes

Started by Graham Griffiths

5 Replies · Reply by Jen@A&J Owenwindows&gardens Jan 23, 2013

Leaves - Shredding, what do you do..

Yes I know I'm thinking way ahead,I do 12 commercial sites now ( all blocks of flats ) most, but some in particular have bundles of leaves in the autumn, one in particular I could if I wanted to take about 4-5 ton bags away every fortnight.I have spo

Started by Andrew Michael Palmer

4 Replies · Reply by Kieran Ray Jan 20, 2013

Commercial work pricing

Hi All.I've been asked to tender for some commercial work locally, normal maintenance work for some offices and flats, pretty sure it's just a costing exercise on their behalf but thought it would be good for me too. I'd like your thoughts on how to

Started by Ben Podd

1 Reply · Reply by John Baker Jan 21, 2013

Marshalls SW Regional award winner 2012

Marshalls SW Regional award winner 2012

I am extremely humble that my garden design and landscaping practice, Jackson's Landscape Design, are awarded Marshalls South west regional award winner 2012 for the most creative use of a Marshalls product.

Thi

Started by Jackson's Landscape Design

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Garden Design Diploma

Last year I set up my company and thanks to LJN and Marshalls we have got off to a flying start. I'm often asked to create a design of the garden by the client and have been looking at courses to do in my own time to help aid me. Does any one have ex

Started by Craig Nester in Design

4 Replies · Reply by Craig Nester Feb 6, 2013

Nasty Client website…

Just spotted this on my Twitter feed:

NastyClient.com is a website created by a former landscape business owner in the US, which aims to allow business to 'review' their clients.

Consumers have many web outlets for their tales of poor customer service

Started by Keith Barker in Marketing

5 Replies · Reply by Faith Caine Jan 20, 2013

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