Lawn Care, Landscaping & Snow Removal

Q. Describe the most common types of jobs you do for your clients.

A. Lawn Mowing, Fertilization, Fall Clean-Up, Gutter Cleaning, and Snow Removal.

Q. What advice do you have for a customer looking to hire a provider like you?

A. Do your research and get multiple bids. Have the work done by someone that you trust, that is reliable, that communicates well and responds in a timely manner. Make sure that they are licensed and insured and always ask friends or family for recommendations. And when you find someone you like, please refer them to others.

Q. If you were a customer, what do you wish you knew about your trade? Any inside secrets to share?

A. The cheapest service is RARELY the best service. Make sure that you know what you are getting with any landscaping proposal. If you have questions, make sure you ask and always get it in writing. You really do get what you pay for.

Q. Why does your work stand out from others who do what you do?

A. I always tailor my services to the specific needs of the customer. I meet with them prior to doing any work, go over their needs and goals, and customize a free estimate based on this information. I guarantee my work and strive for excellent communication with my clients.

Q. What do you like most about your job?

A. My favorite part of my job is being able to help people that can't do these types of physical jobs themselves.

Q. What do you wish customers knew about you or your profession?

A. About me and my business: My company is family owned and operated and always will be.

About my profession: It is very difficult but very rewarding line of work.

Q. How did you decide to get in your line of work?

A. After working in landscaping for years during college, and then working for others in other industries, I realized that landscaping was the type of work I enjoyed the most. I decided to use my education and experiences in other industries in order to create my own company doing what I like to do best.

Q. Do you do any sort of continuing education to stay up on the latest developments in your field?

A. I am constantly reading articles at various industry websites, attending trade shows, and speaking with other landscaping and snow removal contractors to keep informed of new industry developments. The biggest changes affecting the industry are new equipment developments, which are both exciting and make doing the work easier and faster.

Q. If you were advising someone who wanted to get into your profession, what would you suggest?

A. Work in the industry first before you start your company. Landscaping and Snow Removal are a specialized industries that require experience and knowledge for success. Owning a business is very fulfilling but a big responsibility as well.

Q. Write your own question and answer it.

A. What are the most important components to keeping a beautiful and healthy lawn?

The 5 most important steps to having a great lawn are to as follows:

1. Test your soil - soil that is too acidic or alkaline will not produce healthy grass.
2. Aerate your lawn - Aeration allows oxygen, nutrients and water to reach the root system.
3. Fertilize your lawn - Four treatments in the spring, summer and fall will provide nutrients, help prevent weeds and protect against heat and insects.
4. Water your lawn - Give your lawn at least one inch of water per week in the late morning before the hottest part of the day.
5. Mow your lawn - Mow weekly removing 1/3 of the grass blade, using sharp blades and alternating mowing direction each week.