3 Ways to Mow Lawns Faster and MORE EFFICIENTLY! ⏩Double Profits

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Mike Andes

Mike Andes

Күн бұрын

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@michaeldaniels5584
@michaeldaniels5584 22 күн бұрын
Mike as a 10 year plus lawn Vet, I still refresh with these type of videos in January or so when Im bored. from you and the other top 4. Johnny Blades of grass, Spencer lawn care, Brians Lawn maintenance, and ,Florida Turf Pros. good stuff
@Pure_KodiakWILD_Power
@Pure_KodiakWILD_Power 3 жыл бұрын
I also trim in one continuous line, but I start at the front left of the property ( lower left of the drawing), from back when I ran crews, and then when I had helpers in my own business; that way while someone is mowing, and another one or two are trimming, the front paved areas will already have been trimmed and ready to be blown off for the first person who was finished ( usually whomever was on the mower ). I also mow first, unless it's a new property, or the grass is high. One of the main reasons being the mower sets the height at which I trim, and it's a little easier to blend and feather the trimming to match the cut height instead of the opposite.
@Razrback
@Razrback 3 жыл бұрын
I told him same thing he says right to left left to right if your right handed
@Razrback
@Razrback 3 жыл бұрын
And also from watching videos he's on small propertys waaaaaaay to long like i told him 35 years in business I'd spank those propertys and bank the money with no push mower I get it he'd rather spend 2000 on a push mower than buy a stander 36 for 6000 i think we should have a you tube channel called lawn wars bring it on?
@Pure_KodiakWILD_Power
@Pure_KodiakWILD_Power 3 жыл бұрын
@@Razrback 😂 No wars necessary, but as I've said on other channels, I hit everything I can with my 60, no matter the size, and I stripe almost everything, even if it's just two stripes on a tiny property. But each their own, Mike is quite successful.
@Razrback
@Razrback 3 жыл бұрын
@@Pure_KodiakWILD_Power what I'm saying is by lawn wars that would be name of channel have company's compete it would be awesome
@Razrback
@Razrback 3 жыл бұрын
@@Pure_KodiakWILD_Power ok would you go work for him push mowing lawns? Honest answer
@Cpennington57
@Cpennington57 2 жыл бұрын
This was actually super helpful. I’ve never done lawn care professionally, and soon will be resigning from my career to start my own landscaping biz. I’m terrified, but the more I research and take advice, the more I can visualize it. I know everything will be fine, but pro tips are certainly needed and appreciated. Thanks for your information, you’re awesome.
@mitchellgrawe2010
@mitchellgrawe2010 2 жыл бұрын
Work hard and everything is possible.
@Tivon1995
@Tivon1995 Жыл бұрын
Did you end up proceeding this route bro?
@JamieMac203
@JamieMac203 Жыл бұрын
Got my very first lawn scheduled for tomorrow . Nervous anxious excited all in 1 . Know what im capable of and my work ethic i just overthink!!! Anyway this video was helpful
@Humblegrind710___
@Humblegrind710___ Жыл бұрын
Jamie mac how was it ?! How did it go ?
@JamieMac203
@JamieMac203 Жыл бұрын
@@Humblegrind710___ went great. took me longer then i would of liked but i am juat starting out with a Honda hrn16. charged the guy 85 he gave me $100 bucks . Gonna be a 2-3 week reoccurring customer
@chillwinston1255
@chillwinston1255 2 жыл бұрын
I started helping the next door neighbours gardener when I was 7. Been in love with gardening since. One of the most satisfying jobs you can do. Nothing looks better than a beautifully and freshly mown lawn. Love ya work mate. Watching from outback Queensland, Australia :)
@Solopraneur
@Solopraneur 3 жыл бұрын
I totally agree with your theory, are used to debate this with my coworker because he always wanted the front of the house done first that way if I was still trimming after he was finished cutting he could blow off the front of the house which typically needs more blowing than the backyard. I’ll always liked doing it your way and just going in a continuous line
@ericriley3147
@ericriley3147 3 жыл бұрын
Can't disagree with anything in this video. Well done.
@PhilRuybal
@PhilRuybal 3 жыл бұрын
You've definitely helped me out a ton man! I started a lawn care company last year and your pointers have helped tremendously!
@jasonwilliams4390
@jasonwilliams4390 Жыл бұрын
The extra Wacker line in the pocket is big, saves a lot of time! Funny story, I was mowing yesterday and my Scag Patriot's front wheels broke off at the welds! Talk about downtime! I'm now using an older Gravely, really makes you appreciate your normal equipment! Thank you for the tips..
@benjaminbrown9382
@benjaminbrown9382 3 жыл бұрын
I am definitely going to start Mowing that way! I now realize how much time I am waiting the way I am doing it right now.
@Fylo-Kalist
@Fylo-Kalist 2 жыл бұрын
Been watching all your videos and have to say I really like your business model. I don't have the investment capital to get started but I intend to save like a mad man over the next year, year and a half (end of next season) with the hopes that I can pull the trigger and get started. Just had to put that goal down in writing for myself. Keep up the good work. So refreshing to see an honest businessman not only build his business and brand but appears to genuinely want to help others succeed as well.
@AndresHerrera
@AndresHerrera 2 жыл бұрын
Brilliant! Trimming counter clock wise.....Thank you, thumbs up for being more efficient even for home owners!
@d_dizzie_druck5753
@d_dizzie_druck5753 3 жыл бұрын
ABSOLUTE SOLID VIDEO!!!! I learned all this on my own doing the side hustle thing.😀 I love how some people are still telling me i should be mowing before trimming🤣 errrr no, i like trimming first, so i have a walk through the yard before mowing. Also any new yards, you should really just take a few min to do a COMPLETE walk through, & scout, even before trimming😉 Really enjoying this channel, keep it up please, i need this advise for when i go full-time on my own.😉
@kylecaudill9261
@kylecaudill9261 2 жыл бұрын
As a part owner of a brand new law care business, these videos of yours are a god send. Thank you for all of the informative videos.
@choclatecrackercc
@choclatecrackercc 2 жыл бұрын
When i was starting doing landscaping the crew i worked with said mow first then trim so you can trim level ive been going solo for a year or so now and finally started trimming first cause yeah it definitly wastes alot of time blowing clippings around and off the yard. Jobs have been going so much more efficently and yeah i never realized that you should always go one way with the trimmer because somtimes i do get clippings in beds then i gotta lightly blow them out and it wastes alot of time thanks this video will definitly help me be more efficent 👍
@leeboissonneault6383
@leeboissonneault6383 Жыл бұрын
Hey Mike, why does it matter where you start trimming? If you’re going to do a loop, you’ll start and end in the same spot, so why not just start and end at the truck? Less extra steps. Thanks Mike, I appreciate all you do!
@its_fyzz
@its_fyzz Жыл бұрын
We usually just start trimming where the rig is, so you end close to the next tool
@lovinbusiness
@lovinbusiness 3 жыл бұрын
Same circle for weed eating but i would start at the front left so i do the concrete before the fence so the other team member can blow while i finish
@Pure_KodiakWILD_Power
@Pure_KodiakWILD_Power 3 жыл бұрын
Exactly.
@barryfleenor8687
@barryfleenor8687 3 жыл бұрын
Agreed , I always start left front of property near the road...except when odd lawns and property issues cause me to deviate...
@Zachpoteet380
@Zachpoteet380 3 жыл бұрын
Sounds like a plan
@ScottyLo
@ScottyLo 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing your knowledge. After reading a bunch of comments you can see that everyone has a different reason for doing the same task differently.
@robwill.247
@robwill.247 3 жыл бұрын
Very well put, by far the most efficient way to run a whip!! Exactly how I did it 15 years in buisness. I ran 3 man crew 2 cutters 1 whip man.. "usually me the foreman alot easier for me to stop with the smallest piece of equipment in case of quick chat with our client or potential client." 1st cutter done spent time weeding and cleaning up bed areas 2nd cutter done blew off.. usually reversing the whip mans direction blower pipe always against structure and boundaries.
@paulreints2279
@paulreints2279 Жыл бұрын
I start at the front door and follow the path you described. I just started doing it that way & it became my standard process.
@leeboissonneault6383
@leeboissonneault6383 Жыл бұрын
Why not just start and end at the truck? Less extra steps walking to and from the front door.
@paulreints2279
@paulreints2279 Жыл бұрын
@@leeboissonneault6383 true. I generally park in front of the house so I'm pretty much there.
@cknalawncare
@cknalawncare 2 жыл бұрын
Found your channel this afternoon. So far I’m very impressed with your tips and suggestions and training to help improve productivity. Do you have a podcast channel as well as you tube?
@MikeAndes
@MikeAndes 2 жыл бұрын
Yes. Mike Andes Podcast is available on Spotify and all other podcast channels
@mitchbird6146
@mitchbird6146 2 жыл бұрын
Learn to trim with your left hand on the trigger. This keeps your shoulders and hips align and you walk forward. Great video, with good tips!
@therrienmichael08
@therrienmichael08 Жыл бұрын
I try to use left hand on the trigger but it turns out roughshod
@justinsnyder6256
@justinsnyder6256 Жыл бұрын
I trim with one arm alot. Especially when reaching.
@cloudstrife2909
@cloudstrife2909 2 жыл бұрын
I mow, put the blower on my back, plus carry the trimmer, do my trimming routine, when I get back to the start I blow of everything and I still have the trimmer in my hand if anything needs touching up. I need those crispy fat stripes to start that would otherwise sometimes risk messing up a sidewalk/roadside edge. Works for me, super fast, 2 pieces of equipment in my hand ready to use. That's how i efficiently do a lawn
@bradleyb7210
@bradleyb7210 3 жыл бұрын
Great video dude! I have been cutting grass my entire life here in Clearwater Florida and your teaching some good shit especially for beginners. Your very articulate too! 👊
@ericstinnett9182
@ericstinnett9182 3 жыл бұрын
Great video, I'm going to try the MO. I've been timing myself on my lawn to see if any improvement with the same quality of cut. I'm getting a little better, but need more improvement. Thanks.
@jm9841
@jm9841 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for all your advice. Other vids included. I do other stuff but I was taught this early. Work smarter not harder.
@ptravers9077
@ptravers9077 3 жыл бұрын
I do mow 1st .. only the first time tho .. if that makes sense... I like to run the mower around the perimeter , trees ,and so on first mow .. not of the year ..just with new lawns .. shows me or who ever is trimming that day where and how far out to trim .. unlike you I dont even use a push mower anymore . I know it's part of what you do and is the best look. it's just to time intensive..I do find that doing the perimeter helps tho it saves time insuring that they get everything the next time because you know how far out to go and so on.. I also find that it help save time on the first mow also given you dont actually know how close you can get until you try .. alot of the lawns I mow are big and not flat so there is always spots you cant go with a stander or ride on... great videos always good to sit and watch it down right
@charlesbuyer2447
@charlesbuyer2447 3 жыл бұрын
Great advice...Also at end of every day gas up and reline trimmers
@1LSUredneck
@1LSUredneck 3 жыл бұрын
I mow my lawn first, then edge, trim then blow. I’m in the south with St. Augustine grass that I cut at 3 1/2 inches with a mulching blade. If I were to stick edge first, then my crisp edge lines would get flattened down with wheel marks. Any clippings left on the side walk, get blown back in and not even noticeable. I also cut at minimum once a week, often times, every four days.
@dalewiley9208
@dalewiley9208 Жыл бұрын
Excellent point. I follow the same sequence.
@moedadrumma
@moedadrumma 10 ай бұрын
You don’t have to run your mower passed your trim line. If you mow the edge of the yard ahead of time you can turn inside the yard and not have to go out to the sidewalk
@TheLayinLo
@TheLayinLo 8 ай бұрын
Well, according to Mike Andes, you’re wrong and you need to get your head out of your gr-ass. It’s never a grass problem, it’s a people problem. Mike where do you find these guys? I’m just playing. It’s good you found a system that works for you. St Aug does behave well enough that you can go in that order and get nice results. Best of luck with your lawn and I hope it’s lusher and greener than it’s ever been.
@rayrayslawnlandscape2008
@rayrayslawnlandscape2008 7 ай бұрын
I cut warm season grass here in Georgia. And that's exact sequence I follow I always have. Is weed eat first. MOW and then blow
@jonuelrivera7120
@jonuelrivera7120 7 ай бұрын
Make a video so people can learn your awesome strategy man 😂
@seancahoon3432
@seancahoon3432 Жыл бұрын
I’ve learned to trim and edge backwards. Incredibly helpful. It’s so easy to keep a constant pace, see anything you missed, and have incredible control. Very good skill to have.
@toddbowman8601
@toddbowman8601 Жыл бұрын
The problem with going backwards you can't see where your going so you can back into unseen objects
@seancahoon3432
@seancahoon3432 Жыл бұрын
@@toddbowman8601 not an issue for me. I just scan as I’m going, not to mention you develop a routine and tempo. I actually trim faster going backwards on most residential properties. I edge very fast going backwards (I use an edge it pro).
@saulfalcone4817
@saulfalcone4817 3 жыл бұрын
good info, confirms most of my technical MO. Also as an experiment I recently switched from mowing in circles to mowing in lines, though the action of lines takes longer than circles, I keep track of where I mowed easier(not much rain lately) so with less redundant motion it is faster in the bigger picture, at least for me and most of the lawns I have been able to get so far(ie none have proper irrigation systems).
@mikehamelin7520
@mikehamelin7520 2 жыл бұрын
I just learned how to trim my lawn. lol thanks dude happy fourth to you annd your crew
@St.CrimsonTweets
@St.CrimsonTweets 2 жыл бұрын
For tip #2 here's my exception to the rule. New property, odd angles/obstacles and perhaps you're not sure where your mower can/can't go. In those instances I mow first to figure out exactly what I need to trim there. Otherwise onr could end up doing much more trimming than you need to.
@justinsnyder6256
@justinsnyder6256 Жыл бұрын
I would have to charge a premium for work like that. More work trimming. No way.
@St.CrimsonTweets
@St.CrimsonTweets Жыл бұрын
@justinsnyder6256 what's your premium charge?
@justinsnyder6256
@justinsnyder6256 Жыл бұрын
I just saw he push mows his lawns and if that's the case then trimming first does make sense. I don't have customers that care that much about it.
@kuro3864
@kuro3864 3 жыл бұрын
Wow I never thought I was supposed to trim first thank you for tip! I will do this with my next customer !
@ericstinnett9182
@ericstinnett9182 2 жыл бұрын
Great video, thanks for the tips. I time myself from start to finish from the moment I start my trimmer until I shut off the blower. If I'm 15-30 minutes off, reexamine my procedure and see what did I do different. was it a double cut or did I forget a spot. Did I have problems with the equipment ect. It makes a big difference 5-10 here or there. Thanks
@cachevalleyshedsinhydepark7102
@cachevalleyshedsinhydepark7102 4 ай бұрын
Great explanation. Good job!
@solmora6495
@solmora6495 Жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing your experience and knowledge
@twiztedmowers2
@twiztedmowers2 2 жыл бұрын
What about start at the truck and end at the truck. Also best way to edge along of sidewalk?
@leeboissonneault6383
@leeboissonneault6383 Жыл бұрын
That’s what I do! Stop and end at the truck. Less steps.
@CeinX
@CeinX 3 жыл бұрын
This was as down to earth and simple to understand as it gets. No excuses for employees! Haha
@bradbarefoot2986
@bradbarefoot2986 Жыл бұрын
I agree with the trim up to a point, my Red-Max trimmer runs clockwise, if I trimmed counter clockwise I'd be throwing debris against the house.
@jchase5158
@jchase5158 Жыл бұрын
Clockwise? Never seen that.... No more walking backwards then. Cool
@jacobcavins5940
@jacobcavins5940 3 жыл бұрын
If you trim first, and you’re at a newer property, and you get done trimming, start mowing and you realize there are a couple places you thought u could mow that you can’t. Then when you’re done mowing you have to go back with the trimmer. Which is more time. Thoughts?
@MikeAndes
@MikeAndes 3 жыл бұрын
True. Then you would have to go back and trim those spots.... otherwise, all the trimmings would end up on top of the lawn... again it really depends on if you bag or mulch
@jandjlawnandlandscape5982
@jandjlawnandlandscape5982 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you for this video mr. Mike. Very helpful could you make a video on how to trim the to the right height. When I trim first I never get the right hight. Any tips appreciated.
@easttnlawncare6740
@easttnlawncare6740 3 жыл бұрын
If I run out a line under trimmer I've got some in my pocket I carry an extra string in my pocket
@explorewithmarquise
@explorewithmarquise 3 жыл бұрын
Same here
@slicenrice9236
@slicenrice9236 3 жыл бұрын
Heck yeah , work smarter not harder, instead of making a long walk to the equipment
@elbertmoore7876
@elbertmoore7876 3 жыл бұрын
That’s the only way to do it Only problem is my wife gets upset because I forget it in my pocket the next day when I change shorts/pants. Hahaha
@ptravers9077
@ptravers9077 3 жыл бұрын
I just started using grass gator trips twist string for my trimmers and I will tell you ( no lie) best line I have ever used .. the only thing that eats this line is concrete and sharp metal .. I swear this has saved me so much time and money it's crazy.. I suggest you try it out and see for yourself .. good idea with the pocket line tho .. wish I had that tip years ago
@d_dizzie_druck5753
@d_dizzie_druck5753 3 жыл бұрын
ALWAYS!!!! I carrey my line replacments on the bicycle handles of my Sthil 110 trimmer, or in my pocket when i use the Kombi trimmer🙂
@leehaynes7815
@leehaynes7815 8 ай бұрын
Thanks very much, great information 👍🏻
@LDLifestylesLLC
@LDLifestylesLLC 3 жыл бұрын
This may be a demographically based message. It can be confusing for the Florida companies, and especially different when you run 3-4 man crews , doing 3-4 properties at a time. But definitely some good insight , find the best formulas for property types , and find a continuous movement. Different demographics call for different details plus size of properties, size of crews, type of equipment and many other variables, but I’m sure there is places where these principles apply. For us, in SW Florida, and for us specifically with our team, we find it’s best for 3 man crews for residential, 1/4-1/2 acre lawns, typically two men trimming, one man mowing, first to finish start blowing, Avg. lawn service 7-12 min, 4-7 lawns an hour depending on proximity. But we have principles we stick to and adjustable formulas per property. But he’s right, proper preparation, uniformed movements, and consistent strategies utilized. Keep dropping knowledge. We love it down here! Thanks
@insertnamehere313
@insertnamehere313 3 жыл бұрын
Idk I live in Michigan and a friend born and raised in Florida came here where the grass is way thicker longer wetter he adapted well to the grass and was almost the best trimmer I had ever seen or heard of in my 29yrs of cutting but his lightning speed came from this method of trimming that he learned in Florida but no one tought him this he figured it out working for big commercial companies I think he said Brightview or something like that.
@jeremyjackson4003
@jeremyjackson4003 3 жыл бұрын
Yea this is best for 1 man doing a basic pushmow small yard, not the most efficient for a multiple person crew.
@GwinnettLawns
@GwinnettLawns Жыл бұрын
I usually agree with you except on the order of operation. You should always MOW first because if you miss an area or don't get close enough to say a mailbox, power pole hydrant, etc, it's much easier to fix it with the trimmer. If you trim first and miss an area especially if the mower can't get to it, then you will have to walk back to the truck and get the trimmer again. The only time I trim first is if the lawn is overgrown.
@white6delta
@white6delta 2 жыл бұрын
My order: 1. Edge 2. Blow debris from edging into turf 3. Mow with a mulch kit, which cleans up leaves, dirt debris from edging 4. Trim starting on left side going clockwise then blow This video does make sense, I'll give your way a go
@dallasisbetter3241
@dallasisbetter3241 Жыл бұрын
This is the best order imo. If there are bushes, cut bushes 1st then blow debris out then edge
@viralvideostrending5782
@viralvideostrending5782 Жыл бұрын
💯🔥🔥 really smart, and simply. Its does kill alot of time, and time is money.
@geauxcuts4496
@geauxcuts4496 3 жыл бұрын
They way I do it. MOW > TRIM/EDGE > BLOW > RE-MOW. The last mow is a few seconds to catch any clippings. I do this because the St. Augustine needs to be mowed 3”+. This means if I edge first and then mow over it, that pushes the grass through the edge and makes it look bad. I’ve got to sacrifice for a crispy edge.
@jasonhoman3973
@jasonhoman3973 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you for this definitely will help a lot of people
@MortonLawnNLandscapes
@MortonLawnNLandscapes 3 жыл бұрын
Hey thanks for the tips Mike 👏 I’ve learned a lot from you 💯
@MortonLawnNLandscapes
@MortonLawnNLandscapes 3 жыл бұрын
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@MarlandJohnson
@MarlandJohnson 5 ай бұрын
I’m a new homeowner. Should I cut the lawn first and then trim or should I trim and then mow and clean up?
@j.sineduce6163
@j.sineduce6163 3 ай бұрын
Just found out that my local gas stations have roughly 10% ethanol in their gas and that ethanol and my Shindaiwa’s carburetor are sworn enemies. Trufuel for the win!
@AlaskaFearfulTV
@AlaskaFearfulTV 2 жыл бұрын
Mike! can you please do a video on HOW TO CREATE SYSTEMS AND PROCEDURES IM STUCK ON HOW TO GO ABOUT CREATING THEM???
@MIHYLLC
@MIHYLLC Жыл бұрын
10%'er here lol. Recently found you and really liking your video's. Def be tuning in more. Sub'd.
@rubenortiz5391
@rubenortiz5391 Ай бұрын
Love your technique
@chadrogers4635
@chadrogers4635 8 ай бұрын
Not all trimmers turn counter clockwise. So you have to determine which way your trimmers head turns and go from there.
@Beasthornen
@Beasthornen 2 жыл бұрын
Is any reason why you can't start cou terclockwise where you parked the truck in that spot? What is the significance of that exact spot? Seems to me like you could start at any point on the front, work counter clockwise, and end up where you started to begin with.
@leeboissonneault6383
@leeboissonneault6383 Жыл бұрын
Exactly! I start and end at the truck, less steps.
@gerardorojas491
@gerardorojas491 3 жыл бұрын
Good thanks, from U.S Oregón
@red_statestorms8784
@red_statestorms8784 2 жыл бұрын
Good point on the parking.
@cknalawncare
@cknalawncare 2 жыл бұрын
Afternoon! After watching this through a couple of times I have a question? Your trim pattern and idea didn't bring into effect a property divided by a front yard/back yard with a fence. Most of our residential properties are divided by back yard fences. Do you then divide the two and do the counter clockwise deal on the front, and then again on the back?
@davidharris6781
@davidharris6781 2 жыл бұрын
Good advice. But something to think about. If you our topping and trimming/ edging your lawns. Your example is great. But if you walk backwards as your topping/ trimming you'd want to start on the other side of the property. I myself do alot of walking backwards due to minimizing the debri hitting houses windows cars ect. I'd prefer the debri to hit myself versus the other objects.
@dadsyahdcare1082
@dadsyahdcare1082 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for all you do
@insertnamehere313
@insertnamehere313 3 жыл бұрын
ABSOLUTELY there is a pattern for MOST houses you will end up where you started basically,trim to the left and it looks better and keeps alot of the grass out the beds also,trim to the right seems to put more grass in the beds imo.
@davidjohnston8954
@davidjohnston8954 3 жыл бұрын
you are right buddy thank you so much for this video thank you sir
@Carlosson45
@Carlosson45 3 жыл бұрын
Starting point is correct I don’t agree counter clockwise, start side walks edging, the clock wise around the house then the fence because either way you have to blow around the house regardless, and if you’re a good weed whacker there’s ways around not getting clippings inside beds, either way I’ve never had anything said for clippings on top of the lawn it just blends in it’s not that serious but that’s how I do things
@jamess9208
@jamess9208 3 жыл бұрын
Hey mike thanks for this always looking for efficiencies. What I do with string since it always wants to curl up like it was around. The spool, is instead of fighting that and trying to stuff it in my pocket, just hold it in my hand curled up in a circle with the handle , and if I run out I have a precut amount with me anywhere
@jeremyjackson4003
@jeremyjackson4003 3 жыл бұрын
Why not roll the string up and put it in your pocket in a roll like it was on spool, no need to wad it up at all
@jeremyjackson4003
@jeremyjackson4003 3 жыл бұрын
I pull out about 4 armspans of line and cut it. Then double it and cut it again, then roll it up about the size of spool and wrap the ends through the loop once and stick in my back pocket, if run out of string yank outta my pocket and already have both pieces stick em in spool wind it up and go.
@firstname6208
@firstname6208 3 жыл бұрын
I cut the line, make a loop and tape it to the darwins bar. Now whomever grabs the trimmer has extra line. If you run out of gas, that's on you.
@jeremywilson8334
@jeremywilson8334 3 жыл бұрын
Good job MIke, thanks!
@johnnie5wreckingyard
@johnnie5wreckingyard Ай бұрын
If you mow the edges first esp on overgrown stuff you do less trimming and you also get the bits the mower missed or couldnt get to as well as doing it at the right height If you have a 2 man crew its easy for the trimmer guy to follow the mower
@natemadsen380
@natemadsen380 3 жыл бұрын
if my customer wants side walks and driveway edged with edger where do I fit that is the equation?
@ArbitraryLifestyle
@ArbitraryLifestyle 3 жыл бұрын
I include up to 75 feet of edging at no extra charge. Takes an extra 2 min max. I also have a $40 min price.
@Zachpoteet380
@Zachpoteet380 3 жыл бұрын
In that case it doesn't really matter if edging or weed eating is done first but I only use a weed eater to edge
@leonwashington8682
@leonwashington8682 3 жыл бұрын
Question where do you prefer to start at the front or back
@MikeAndes
@MikeAndes 3 жыл бұрын
Closest to truck ✅
@militarycutlawnservices7804
@militarycutlawnservices7804 3 жыл бұрын
Enjoyed this one!
@emmanueletienne9995
@emmanueletienne9995 3 жыл бұрын
I edge, mow, trim, and blow.
@BUZZZBITEZ
@BUZZZBITEZ 2 жыл бұрын
Can you make more videos like this with other services, like aerating, mulching etc? Thank you!
@shaunleereis2592
@shaunleereis2592 2 жыл бұрын
Hey Mike I love this video but I had to come back to it to comment on it what you say to do is unrealistic. In my area there is backyard and front yards meaning there are fence off so I do the trimming kinda like a figure eight
@VladlenKogan
@VladlenKogan 3 жыл бұрын
Random question: where do you get Augusta uniform shirts?
@MikeAndes
@MikeAndes 3 жыл бұрын
Local printer
@chinthalornphavilay9395
@chinthalornphavilay9395 3 жыл бұрын
This is some good stuff thank you
@benjaminwilson869
@benjaminwilson869 9 ай бұрын
I feel like a subpar employee getting a pep talk from the “the man” 😂 In all seriousness great video brother. 👌
@benhopper7341
@benhopper7341 Жыл бұрын
Lock stock video, thanks for the tips.
@GarciaGarcia-v3k
@GarciaGarcia-v3k Жыл бұрын
In my opinion I start we’re ever at long as your going the correct way I always start next to my truck an finish at my truck I don’t do all that walking just to start
@rapuanohomeservices
@rapuanohomeservices 3 жыл бұрын
I work for a company that has 1 crew mowing all the lawns. we are nothing close to a new company, been around for 40 plus years.... Still only have 1 crew going out tho doing maintance(cutting and whacking) the rest of guys do pruning and or lawn care. We have close to 200 yards most are upwards of million dollar homes so they take more detail. I am hoping our old boss retires soon so his son can take over and I can help grow and expand company
@bullfrogjay4383
@bullfrogjay4383 2 жыл бұрын
Fantastic advice
@squirrel1179
@squirrel1179 3 жыл бұрын
On the string trimmer part I actually keep a spare spool for my trimmer in my pocket already loaded so I'll have to do is change out the spool and keep going.
@tjwelder4112
@tjwelder4112 Жыл бұрын
Wow another great video
@MikeAndes
@MikeAndes Жыл бұрын
🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼
@red_statestorms8784
@red_statestorms8784 2 жыл бұрын
Ya, I am not walking backwards trimming all day. Also if you trim every time, you can’t see the clippings. I’m clockwise. Unless your bagging you have to blow everything anyway.
@TheSingaporeSlayer
@TheSingaporeSlayer 2 жыл бұрын
Great tips
@darkwar12345
@darkwar12345 2 жыл бұрын
What if you have like 4 houses side by side? Do you just do the same steps? Or do you finish a house one at a time
@EpicPlayzTV
@EpicPlayzTV 2 жыл бұрын
Interesting , I always start at the left but same scenerio
@OnlyTheKushest
@OnlyTheKushest 3 жыл бұрын
Some more great advice, thank you
@gabrielvelasquez6601
@gabrielvelasquez6601 3 жыл бұрын
This is gold
@procutslawncare7185
@procutslawncare7185 3 жыл бұрын
Very well said I totally agree 👊👊👊
@sincerelyjerry244
@sincerelyjerry244 8 ай бұрын
thank you
@johngallen1550
@johngallen1550 3 жыл бұрын
park across the street from the nearest start point. that way when you blow you can get the entire curb and sidewalk in one shot without your truck being in the way
@melvinslawncareandpressure787
@melvinslawncareandpressure787 3 жыл бұрын
All great points sir 👏👏👏
@izzy8823
@izzy8823 3 жыл бұрын
Great info, thanks
@turningoveranewleaflawncar952
@turningoveranewleaflawncar952 3 жыл бұрын
I'm sorry but I like to edge concrete walks and driveways first and then mow to get any snakes out off the lawns along with any other animals and then I can see where the mower couldn't get to and then trim those areas down to the same height that I just mowed going clockwise. Then I blow it all off and do a last walk around before leaving the property. I'm a solo guy so I do each step. I park my truck on the front right corner of the property and end back there too! I tried to weed trim counter clockwise but it felt like it lifted the grass blades back up and made them stick up after I just mowed. When you mow and outline the property you go clockwise so the discharge chute is pointing and blowing all the clippings into the center before running your stripes. I usually do two perimeter passes to also allow my mower enough room to turn. Whatever works best for the individual that makes it go smoothly for them. I feel going counter clockwise is like if you comb your hair in one direction and then take your finger or trimmer and go back the opposite direction it stands the grass blades up and it looks bad. Just my thoughts from trying out both ways. Great topic though!
@mackoskiff
@mackoskiff 3 жыл бұрын
Dang we would work great together. My order of mowing for the same reasons. I’m finding the snakes first here in Louisiana before trimming. Edge first when it applies also
@turningoveranewleaflawncar952
@turningoveranewleaflawncar952 Жыл бұрын
Mike, I need to apologize to you! Looking back over your video and my comments, I was wrong, and you are right. I have tried your method, and it does work really nice and makes the lawns look better. I now edge first, then trim, then mow and last blow. Works great! I appreciate your help and tips, buddy!
@tonyslawncare
@tonyslawncare 3 жыл бұрын
Great video
@wdilks
@wdilks 3 жыл бұрын
Nice. Thanks.
@nickzelner
@nickzelner Жыл бұрын
I’ve had experience breaking 2 glass screen doors last summer with a stihl 94
@martinrodman8272
@martinrodman8272 2 жыл бұрын
Do all weed whips heads spin the same way?
@The1Karking
@The1Karking 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks 👍🏼
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