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Rough cut mower recommendations

Hi all

I keep getting asked to mow rough areas, I've been hiring a walk behind flail mower, but I'm thinking of buying something ( I'll probably never get asked again if I do get something!) to use. It will need to be able to cut through tall weeds,

Started by Edward baker

18 Replies · Reply by Tracmaster Ltd Dec 2, 2024

Cordless kit for own use

Well I have finally retired. After doing this on and off for most of my life, and enjoying most of it (!) I have sold on the equipment for a modest sum to someone I introduced to my customers and all is agreeable. Now I am left with my own garden and

Started by Tony @SM in Machinery

7 Replies · Reply by Intelligent Landscapes Nov 30, 2024

Moss and algae on hard surfaces

Does anyone have recommendations for products that actually work? I find several of them work if conditions are perfect, but not otherwise. We used to use Jeyes in the winter, but that's now practically washing up liquid. Block Blitz from QVC is a

Started by Tim Bucknall in Paving Materials and Advice

8 Replies · Reply by Tim Bucknall Nov 27, 2024

Tiny robot rigby Taylor

Thought I'd sign up to this forum. And I hope I'm allowed to post stuff for sale on here as this will be a one off?

I have for sale a tiny pro robot, it's not the new edition but it's the bigger one of the two. If anyone is interested then please let

Started by Aaron Bullus

2 Replies · Reply by Landscape Juice Nov 23, 2024

Instant hedging

A customer of mine is interested in instant hedging - his is a new build on a prestigious estate. He wants a 5ft laurel hedge, immediately. Length could be 18m or 44m, depending on costing, at £250 per metre unit this is a sizeable project. I've got

Started by Duncan Neville in Landscaping

21 Replies · Reply by Sam Bainbridge Nov 23, 2024

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Fence post auger

One of my clients has asked me to buy around 2500 daffodil bulbs to plant in one of their wildflower areas!! My back went into spasm as she told me.

Thinking laterally...have any of you used a powered auger to drill the holes....I know the ground is g

Started by Adam Woods in Groundscare, Landscaping, and Plants

19 Replies · Reply by Adam Woods Nov 14, 2024

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MAKITA ADDS TWO XGT HEDGE TRIMMERS TO ITS GROWING RANGE

Makita has added two powerful cordless hedge trimmers to its range of 40VMax XGT grounds maintenance tools. The 500 mm bladed UH020G and 600 mm UH021G both deliver highly efficient and effective cutting and have been designed for ease of use.

The UH

Started by Fleur Voice in Groundscare

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Spam

Has anyone else on the forum received spam emails from SEO companies addressed to LJN saying they can improve LJN's google ranking, they are not aimed at us and am puzzled why we are receiving this junk from these scum bags.

Started by Peter sellers

1 Reply · Reply by Landscape Juice Nov 8, 2024

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Remote Controlled Slope Mower

DAX Industries Professional Remote Controlled Slope Mower

Looking for a new competative edge for your business?

This mower will devour Nettles, Brambles, Bracken, Small Whin and Gorse bushes and even small trees.

Operates on tracks on slopes up to 45 de

Started by Andy Harrold in Groundscare

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First year for trading with zero prior experience

This year is drawing to a close, and as I reflect back, I'm considering the hurdles and successes I've faced. I thought it might be worth sharing my experiences, in case someone in a similar situation is considering venturing into the self-employed m

Started by M Olsson in Info

5 Replies · Reply by Peter sellers Nov 6, 2024

STIHL Hs45 throttle cable issue

Hi folks my trusty stihl hs45 throttle cable has developed an issue ... lost revs ... checked & cable is fine .

there is small jacking screw around plastic mount which also has been fully adjusted & not effect really ..

when I look down at opposite sid

Started by Trev Armstrong

11 Replies · Reply by Honey Badger Nov 5, 2024

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How much does it cost to lay turf per square metre?

I know that it's difficult to quote turf costs per metre without seeing the current condition of a site; from a contractors point of view, it's always frustrating when asked, by a potential client, what the cost might be..especially if their enquiry

Started by Phil Voice in Turfcare

48 Replies · Reply by James Brett Oct 31, 2024

Billy Goat for sale

We have a Billy Goat KV 601 self propelled with unused wander kit hose for sale. Bought for one job and only used 6 times, mint cond . £1500 inc vat. We are based in North Staffs, interested email us - peterpjs@tiscali.co.uk

Started by Peter sellers

1 Reply · Reply by Peter sellers Oct 29, 2024

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Landscape Juice Network Fraud

I cancelled my LJN subscription some time ago but have been charged the yearly rate regardless. Henry Voice (LJN Director) is not responding to emails and the site contact number 08442234221 is not receiving calls. Anyone else having issues?

Started by Charlie Heyland in Rogue Traders

2 Replies · Reply by Henry Voice Oct 25, 2024

E10 petrol

We've had several machines fail recently (stihl hedgetrimmers and blowers) where the carburettor needs replacing- and on older machines, this can tip the balance from 'worth repairing' to 'not worth repairing'. I suspect this is down to E10 petrol.

Started by Tim Bucknall in Machinery

18 Replies · Reply by Billybop Oct 24, 2024

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Animals pulling up turfs

I recently laid a small 30sqm section of turf for a client only for several of the turfs to be pulled up by animals over night. Foxes or fiox cubs the most likely culprit based on the area. Badgers not really seen in the area. Muntjacs are seen, but

Started by Jason Bruce in Groundscare, Landscaping, and Turfcare

3 Replies · Reply by Tim Bucknall Oct 22, 2024

Ear Defenders Deals

Just looking to get some hygiene kits for my 3M Optime III ear defenders and found a company called Best4Headsets.co.uk with free shipping at £50.00 and great prices.

One team member Dale Benett e mailed me that there is a sister site Best4Safety.co.u

Started by MB

4 Replies · Reply by Jonathan Davidson Oct 21, 2024

Wire laying machine for sale

Hi - I have

Zucchetti Professional Wire Laying Machine - hardly used

The Zucchetti NT60 Buried Wire Layer is quite simply an excellent machine. Make the laying of large lengths of wire simple - Great for either the consumer or commercial user. Wire la

Started by Michael Caddy in Machinery

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Accurate costing for tree work

I recently cut down and removed 5 cupressocypress trees that were between 10 and 14 foot high.

I ground the roots down below the ground, and removed all waste.

Three was approximately. 5 small van loads of waste.

I charged. £375 including waste

Started by Rob

17 Replies · Reply by James Oct 18, 2024

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Experienced pair of hands available in West/North Norfolk

Hi all, I am in the process of moving to Norfolk. I am keeping the business going in the West Midlands with my existing employee's but I do need to find a few days a week for myself in Norfolk too.

I am already starting to network with gardeners in N

Started by Darren Walters in Business, Groundscare, and Marketing

2 Replies · Reply by Darren Walters Oct 13, 2024

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