paving (103)
Crazy paving is back on the rise throughout the UK. There is now a wide range of choice when it comes to choosing crazy pavers, with both purpose made and recycled varieties available. Although purpose made crazy pavers can provide a great…
CED Stone Group have been sponsoring show gardens at the …
Hi everyone. We are making some room in the yard for new stock so practically giving away "Tons" of paving at "Rock Bottom" prices.
Hey, if it ain't punny, it aint funny!…
The historic Airfield House and Farm in Dundrum, Co. Dublin, has reopened to the public following its two year closure…
The four year regeneration of Castlerock, the tranquil coastal town which lies along the north coast of Ireland, has…
Dumbarton Academy has opened the doors of its impressive new school building, costing a cool £15.5 million and has won…
The redevelopment of Olympic Way, the main pedestrian route connecting Wembley Station and Stadium, is earning much…
Barronsfield Grange, the luxury housing scheme developed by Westpoint Homes has been named ‘Best Development and Best…
It has taken more than two years to design and build the new Coronation Street set, starting from an empty field to the place we all know and love, including over 400,000 bricks and 54,000 cobbles
Over 11,000 cobbles have been laid on the…
Interlay are currently starting a recruitment drive to add professional paving installers to their list of approved contractors
The people involved at Interlay want to promote good contractors and make the general public aware of bad ones…
Properties in Wales will require permeable paving for new or replacement drives from 30 September 2013.
Similar in scope to the existing requirements in England, the Welsh authorities say 'permitted development' rights will only apply to…
Can paving stones help cut pollution levels? Scientists in the Netherlands reckon so.
The BBC reports on so-called 'smog eating pavements' that are made…
BRETT PERMEABLE PAVING MEETS THE COMPLEX DRAINAGE NEEDS OF A CAR PARK SITE
Permeable paving supplied by Brett…
Brett Landscaping has used its permeable paving expertise to provide an effective Sustainable Drainage System (SuDS) for…
CAD DRAWINGS
Natural stone patio - Prenton Wirral
This landscape design was created by our in…
Highlighted blog posts
A carefully-planned turf nutrition and treatment programme utilising three key Sherriff Amenity products has produced a sustained rise in the health, condition and playing standard of greens at the Milford Golf Club in Surrey.
The programme…
Studies report that burglary is one of the most emotionally impactful crimes to be a victim of. The prevention of being succumbed to it is always at the back of our minds – is anything on show? Are all the windows closed? Did you definitely lock…
A recent school grounds seminar held at Charterhouse in Surrey has been hailed a huge success by all who attended.
The event attracted over 50 delegates from all levels as several topical issues were explored and discussed. Supported by…
Dan never knew that he would be orchestrating a ten-man-band five years ago when he packed in…
This series isn't just for landscapers and gardeners starting out: it's also a refresher for existing…
Welcome to week four in my series of posts on starting and running a landscape or gardening business.
Covered so far:
Open forum activity
"In my other job we have a fleet of Peugeot ambulances....20 to be precise and all less than 2 years old.
What a bag of crap!
2 have had to have new engines.
All 20 had to have their radiators replaced.. they all leaked.
The side doors seem to come o…"
What a bag of crap!
2 have had to have new engines.
All 20 had to have their radiators replaced.. they all leaked.
The side doors seem to come o…"
"I use benzalkonium chloride mixed at 2% with water. It's cheap and effective."
Hi, I'm new to this site. I need to source some Roll Top Wire Mesh Fencing. If anyone knows of a good supplier at reasonable prices I would be greatful for their contact info. Thanks John
"IN a normal year Vic I would be doing exactly as you say - thats exactly my business plan. Work Satudays not wet days etc Not 2019 it was a battle.
ON balance, ignoring extreme weather mulching is the way to go."
ON balance, ignoring extreme weather mulching is the way to go."
"It is interesting to hear about the different areas and weather patterns. I often wonder how anyone in our profession copes living in parts of the Country with high rainfall. Here in north east Derbyshire we are in a rain shadow. We are east of the…"
"You were lucky with the fence - 3000 square is a trailer load !!
Fair points on fortnightly. Folk round here want fortnightly to save cash - the attitude seems to be a grasscut is a grasscut so why pay for more. I think realistically I would like…"
Fair points on fortnightly. Folk round here want fortnightly to save cash - the attitude seems to be a grasscut is a grasscut so why pay for more. I think realistically I would like…"
"The 740 has V twin 18hp petrol. Fuel consumption is very consistent at three litres per hour. I think that is pretty good."
"Good start point.
https://photos.app.goo.gl/Up2vuxZqC11aC6ti6
Did this with a toro recycler earlier this year - mulches, collects and side discharges. roughly £650 new. Stripes aren't the best, clogs up a bit in the wet like most, and the height s…"
https://photos.app.goo.gl/Up2vuxZqC11aC6ti6
Did this with a toro recycler earlier this year - mulches, collects and side discharges. roughly £650 new. Stripes aren't the best, clogs up a bit in the wet like most, and the height s…"
"That 3000m2 had a fence at one end and behind it was the tip for the grass, so in theory I could just tip every few lines right at the end, but in reality the hydro 80 wasn't up to it and even cutting 1/3 width strips it'd block up halfway along. Ha…"
"Used one a few years ago, it was a fairly good service, but I did notice the bills when I got more than a few calls. They got steep quick.
This is really business size dependent. I don't think a landline is expected for solo guys/small business,…"
This is really business size dependent. I don't think a landline is expected for solo guys/small business,…"
"Dan
I think there is roughly 40 miles as the crow flies between you and I, so you probably have the exact same weather issues and growth rates I do.
I have one lawn I cut every 5 days its 2.5 acres and the owner is a little OCD..........it can st…"
I think there is roughly 40 miles as the crow flies between you and I, so you probably have the exact same weather issues and growth rates I do.
I have one lawn I cut every 5 days its 2.5 acres and the owner is a little OCD..........it can st…"
"Appreciate your insight I think for next year I'm going to push mulching and look to get a machine bout for this purpose but also keep my collection machine so that I can switch between the 2 if needs be. Cheers."
"Thats not easy and something you have to learn. Its as much about reading the clients as managing their expectations. Carefully wording an estimate to guide a client to an optimum solution for you both definately helps. SOme customers you just n…"
Roll top wire mesh Fencing.
Hi, I'm new to this site. I need to source some Roll Top Wire Mesh Fencing. If anyone knows of a good supplier at reasonable prices I would be greatful for their contact info. Thanks John
Read more…
0 Replies
Virtual Landline Number
Hello Everybody, Does any one use a virtual landline for their business? When I started out I was looking at ways of making the business more professional. I personally dont like it when a company only has mobile numbers. I dont use a landline at…
Read more…Advice on mulching mowers
Hi Guys,I have been cutting domestically now for about 6 years I'm based in northern ireland but been thinking of buying another ride on mower.I was wondering what the thoughts are on zero turn mulching mowers and whether there is more established…
Read more…