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Sam Bainbridge replied to Rob's discussion Help with pricing graveyards

"I'm up north as far as you can go before you hit Scotland £180 per day is a terrible rate. I do £200 per day at 1 regular customers the rest is much more it's fine for £200 if you aren't running machines all day and you are at the same job all day…"

PAUL replied to Rob's discussion Mowers mowers mowers

"My advice is find a mower you like and buy more than one.
As a solo operator who only cuts lawns I have 3 mowers (the same model) on the go at any one time. (i also have 3 new ones in storage as the model has been discontinued)
Two mowers are…"

Sam Bainbridge replied to Rob's discussion Help with pricing graveyards

"Pretty simple.for grass cutting I try and average £60hr so if you know how many hours it takes just times it by 60, if your happy with less you can knock a bit off.
Easiest way is work out your total costs for the year divide it by the hours you do…"

Peter sellers replied to Dougie's discussion Looking for a new roller machine

"Ian, is right. As for weibang read the post "mowers mowers mowers" you are warned!
You won't get a better 4 wheeler than honda hrx537 hy"

Vic 575 replied to Rob's discussion Help with pricing graveyards

" At £180 per day you are hugely under charging. Using hand mowers on this job is very inefficient and really very hard work.
I have a Toro 4875 zero turn [48 inch] and a Stiga Park 700 WX [4 wheel drive]. They are both mulching mowers, so no…"

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John F replied to Dougie's discussion Looking for a new roller machine

"Like ! Great advice 👍"

Ian Harvey replied to Dougie's discussion Looking for a new roller machine

"I would say that it depends on the area and type of customer that you are going after. If higher end, then you will need a roller mower. If not, then you don't really need one. Remember that roller mowers are generally more expensive to buy, and a…"

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Looking for a new roller machine

Hi i am just starting my new business and would like to invest in a roller machine would you recommend one or stick with the four wheel machine i have been looking at the weibang and honda rollers thanks in advance

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Fusion Media posted a blog post

Attraxor Delivers Striking Results at Bedford School

When George Mills stepped into the role of Head Groundsman at Bedford School just over a year ago, he brought with him a wealth of experience, a passion for turf excellence, and a sharp eye for smart investment.Now, with the help of Agrovista…

Adam Pilgrim replied to Rob's discussion Help with pricing graveyards

" My comments - I can't see any cut grass on the top - surely you aren't boxing it all off?
All my churchyards are discharge cut, bar one section on one around the porch and the memorial bench.
Wheter the price works for you depends on your business…"

Peter sellers posted a discussion

Retirement advice

After 40 years plus and some ongoing health issues begrateful for thoughts on either full or partial business disposal, machinery/vehicle disposal and how on earth do you value something like this with no formal premises or long term contracts. Yes…

Peter sellers replied to Rob's discussion Help with pricing graveyards

"We used to do 4, they are bloody hardwork and machine breakers. The churches/councils PCC's do not have a realistic view of the costs and are very happy to let Harry who is retired and happy to mow the pretty bits foc which distorts the real costs.…"

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ICL Expands H2Pro TriSmart Range with Granule and Tablet Formats for Targeted Dry Patch Management

ICL Turf & Landscape UK & Ireland has introduced H2Pro TriSmart Granules and H2Pro TriSmart Tablets, extending its TriSmart surfactant technology beyond liquid applications.The new formulations provide turf managers and landscapers with additional…

Rob replied to Rob's discussion Help with pricing graveyards

"Ok thanks.Essex is similar to London prices, or at least closer to them than say up North.I probably should charge more for the graveyards as they are very hard on the machines."

Ian Harvey replied to Rob's discussion Help with pricing graveyards

"I am as far from Essex as I could be, so no idea of going rates there. However, if income is £180/day, at 5 days/week, 30 weeks per year typical grass cutting only gives you £27k BEFORE expenses such as vehicle, fuel, repairs, replacements,…"

Rob replied to Rob's discussion Help with pricing graveyards

"Yes. I used to be £180 a day, buy was going to increase to £200.

Would you say that was about going rate ?

( Essex area). I really have little idea what others charge.

When I strim all the graves and sides it takes approx 1 3/4 days.
…"

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