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Materials movement on site

Morning everyone, hope you are all well.

I'm installing land drainage for an existing customer for a croquet lawn. This unfortunately means moving a lot of materials across the main lawn (13 ton shingle & 7 ton sandy loam),so some sort of tracking is

Started by Glen Stillman in Landscaping, Machinery, and Turfcare

20 Replies · Reply by Glen Stillman Jan 9, 2021

New Venture

Hello everyone.I am new to this site and been doing a lot of research on starting up a gardening services buisness.Im in the process of closing my cafe buisness with my wife for the last 12 years sadly due to the Covid 19 Pandemic.Im 53 now and want

Started by Andrew Coates

10 Replies · Reply by Ben Mallow Jan 8, 2021

Benefits of Landscaping Tools

Landscaping your yard or garden is one way to expand the value of your home. If you have a small space then, it is not an easy task. Moreover, many people opt to choose professional garden tool hire and it is a better option than buying one if there

Started by Eros Hire in Landscaping

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Citroen van battery drain

A bit of a long shot regarding a van battery problem but wondered if anyone has experienced similar , seems common on some citroens but this one has the experts baffled .

Actually seemed to start after a non destructive electronic entry attack on my

Started by John F in Machinery

36 Replies · Reply by Gary RK Jan 7, 2021

Fieldmotion Ltd

Anybody using this software to run their business? I'm considering it as an alternative to Jobber.The pricing seems similar and has intergration with QuickBooks. We are mainly grounds maintenance and mowing so would be grateful for any advice from

Started by Steven Mills in Groundscare

7 Replies · Reply by Richard Gardiner Jan 7, 2021

Tax returns and "payments on account"

Just filled in my online tax return which is pretty straightforward compared to a lot of people on here. I suspect I'm not understanding "payments on account" correctly. If I paid say £3000 "payments on account" last January (in addition to the us

Started by Graham Taylor in Accountancy

3 Replies · Reply by Martin Cotton Jan 6, 2021

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E-learning for Nematodes

No more chemical treatments and a seeming tidal wave of turf problems last year....Anyone looking for a bit more info or understanding on using nematodes for turf pests such as Leatherjacket or Chafer larvae..there is now a Lantra online course avail

Started by Progreen Weed Control in Groundscare

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New mower for 2021

Hi all, sorry yet another mower recommendation please. I have been running a Honda HRX 19 inch roller mower for the past 4 year's since I started my small maintenance business. I know it's not a commercial mower but is still running fine but I need a

Started by dickyjim in Machinery

35 Replies · Reply by Tony @SM Jan 5, 2021

Km94

Evening.

Has anyone experienced running problems with the km94 rc? It will run two days no problems 4+ hours a day, then it's a new day runs a couple of hours and starts running really badly, switch it off for 10 minutes starts no problem and runs goo

Started by Oliver clarkson in Machinery

17 Replies · Reply by Sam Smith Jan 5, 2021

Yew topiary balls supplier

Hello all. Can anyone recommend a good trade supplier of taxus balls, ideally West Country? I have included 5 large yew balls (1m-plus) in a design in South Somerset and the client is looking for an instant result. So I can't buy 40cm plants and give

Started by Mick Whitworth

8 Replies · Reply by Ben Pritchard Jan 4, 2021

Pricing

Hello and happy new year to everybody,

I just need a little light shed on my proposed pricing for this year.

I am sick of underpricing jobs and I don't want to be over charging. I think charging by the meter where possible is the best solution and have

Started by James beddow

13 Replies · Reply by Nick @ NM Garden Services Ltd Jan 4, 2021

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7 updates tradespeople should look out for in 2021

From our friends at Simply Business - useful reminders for all Trades, including ours.......

7 updates tradespeople should look out for in 2021

Started by Gary RK in Business

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Well, that's a job that needed doing done!

The lining of the van has lasted around 4 years.... it was composting itself! One of the many tasks this holiday was to re-line it - job done and all packed for Monday morning!!

Started by Adam Woods in Jobs and Vehicles

17 Replies · Reply by Gary RK @ Landscape Juice Network Jan 4, 2021

Hourly rate calculation spreadsheet

If things are a little quiet at this time of the year, you might be working on plans for the coming months.

Here is a spreadsheet file you can download that might help you with hourly rate calculations.

FREE hourly rate calculator

Started by Landscape Juice in Accountancy

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Driveway cleaning

Hi All,

New to the forum and would like to wish you all a happy new year,

With my business we have introduced driveway cleaning now for a few months, Weve had a small amount of customers take up the offer of £150 to de weed soft wash and re sand. I t

Started by Luke Foxall in Jobs

19 Replies · Reply by Luke Foxall Jan 2, 2021

New year resolutions

Afternoon guys and girls.

Hope everyone is enjoying the festive break?

Does anyone have any new year resolutions for their businesses?

Myself I'll be trying to find more time to do more of my machine repairs and maintenance, and not sure on any more at

Started by Oliver clarkson in Business

10 Replies · Reply by PETER C Jan 2, 2021

Best gloves for snowball fights?

Any recommendations?

Started by Tim Wallach in Health and Safety, Clothing, and Info

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BARK job leads

Hi has anyone had experience with Bark.com to find leads, I have had good success with Rated People but just cant get Bark, I get 6-8 emails a day from them for jobs but haven't yet brought any, are there job post real or is it just a waste of money.

Started by greg in Info

47 Replies · Reply by John F Dec 31, 2020

Van roof racks and henchman ladders

Iv got a Peugeot Partner lwb and want to buy a set of 10ft henchmans. I was wondering what roof racks people are using? Should I get a modular rack or are delta bars sufficient?

Started by Gary Freeman

4 Replies · Reply by John F Dec 30, 2020

Tender help wanted please

Hi all and happy holidays!

I'm trying to fill out a tender application and have been asked to fill out a summary statement of " how your company will attain and maintain standards throughout the contract " inc in this to include experience and organi

Started by Edward baker

10 Replies · Reply by Adam Woods Dec 30, 2020

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