He Started a Landscaping Business (With $300)

What does it take to start a successful landscaping business? The answer is probably less than you think! Trevor Kokenge started Plan-It Vision with $300, running it out of his apartment, and in this interview you’ll find out how he did it.
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Trevor has a degree in Landscape Architecture, but he was still having trouble finding a good-paying job after graduating. He started picking up side jobs doing landscaping design and maintenance and soon realized he could make much more if he switched to that full-time. Today, Plan-It vision has an average revenue of $22,000 a month, with profit margins up to 33%.
Today, Trevor will share his insights on how to start a landscaping business on a shoestring budget. He’ll share how he spent his initial $300 and what tools and equipment are an absolute must-have. Just as impressive is the fact that Trevor runs his business out of a 12X12-foot shed, and you’ll see how he runs his business within those space constraints. We’ll also talk customer acquisition and the best advertising strategies for a start-up landscaping company.
When he started doing landscaping jobs Trevor was a one-man operation, but he’s since expanded his team to take on more work. He’ll share his tips and strategies for hiring and managing employees, including what systems he uses to keep jobs organized. Whether you’re considering a career in landscaping or looking for tips to run your current business better, you’ll want to hear Trevor’s insights.
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Resources
www.planitvision.com/ - Learn more about Plan-It Vision online
www.thumbtack.com/ - Great source of new customers as a landscaping business
quickbooks.intuit.com/ - Financial management tools for a small business
www.upflip.com/academy - Launch and scale your business with our expert-led Academy
www.upflip.com/blog - Advice and how-to guides on how to start and grow a business
Timestamps:
0:00 Intro
0:52 Getting Into The Landscaping Business
1:30 Finding the Right Service for You
2:35 Tricks to Finding Good Employees
3:39 How To Manage Start-Up Costs
4:21 Tips on Offering Landscape Design
5:32 Let’s Talk Numbers
6:43 Profitable Services to Offer
7:49 How Trevor Found His Jobs
8:56 Comparing the Good Months to the Bad
10:04 Appealing to Customers’ Needs
10:48 Tool Must-Haves
12:49 How Plan It Visions Stands Out
13:35 Blitz Time with Trevor!
14:25 Tips on Growing Revenue
15:10 Tools for Beginners
15:42 Why Having Plant Knowledge is Useful
16:39 Tricks to Doubling in Revenue
17:21 Solid Advice for Beginners
17:56 How to Find Customers TODAY
18:34 Space You Need To Start This Business
19:26 THIS is Why You Should Start Your Own Business
20:50 The Benefits of Employees
21:42 How a Degree Can Help You
22:41 How To Avoid These Mistakes
24:04 Overcoming the Biggest Challenges
24:49 Advice for Fellow Entrepreneurs
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The best thing about having repeat maintenance clients is you have predictable and steady income. And then you grow and narrow down to only the best customers and then your business is pretty much on auto pilot.

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I’m 17 and this is what I’ve been doing since I was 13 slowly collected tools for super cheap and I’m in charge of a big trailer park. This is a great way to go

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We love hearing stories such as this Jack Wilke. Way to go on running and building up your business. 😀👍Thank you so much for sharing your story. What other tips do you have for someone just getting started in the business?

[@game-rat]

Hello, I know this is a bit of an older post, but I'm curious as to how you were able to have a landscaping business at 13, as you wouldn't have been able to drive at that point. Did you only operate in your neighborhood, did your parents drive you to people's houses, ect. Just wondering since I'm not old enough to drive quite yet and am looking at possible income opportunities. Thank you for your time, have a great rest of your day!

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​@game-rat I think he was referring more to the maintenance work. At that age, your local neighbourhood and area would be your best bet. Maybe offer mowing, whipper snipping, and basic pruning as your services?

[@ericcervantes1705]

That’s what’s up I’m also the maintenance guy at a big trailer park and im 17

[@adrianchan410]

Respects. Doing landscaping changed my life drastically. Just gotta do it.

[@allychristofferson3577]

Yayyyy Trevor!!! 👏 Known him for years and he is a great guy and so deserving of his success 😊 you go, Kokenge.

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As a small family business hitting 200k+ in under 2 years just hits different. Anxious to see our numbers this year as we plan to surpass it again

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how is it going dude?

[@LightSpiD]

People like him are the best inspiration !

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I’ve seen two or three of these and they are super inspiring and great fun to watch! Awesome video!

[@Mellow4202]

I've currently saved about 5k the last 3 months and I'm working towards saving about 15 to 20 k. I want to get a work truck tools and then I'm going to take a builder's license course and state exam for my builders license. After that I plan on going to trade school while subcontracting. My biggest inspirations is my dad and all of his brothers and my grandfather. My grandfather opened a fencing business and it's been family operated ever since. Some of my uncles including my dad went off to start their own business while my other uncle stayed and continued to run my grandfather's after he passed away. As long as you have a conscious and a heartbeat you can do anything you put your mind to.

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[@TheBUNNYsolution]

I'm sorry, but I just started a lawn service, and this really gives people false hope. I currently have 32 yards, and I make roughly 35 to 40k a year. This is before tax, gas, and maintenance. For this guy to make 300k or more with an average yard being 100 a month, he would need at least 290 yards. With him only working 4 days a week, he has to do over 70 yards a day!!! Even with a 2 or 3-man crew, this is impossible.

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Prolly to much work for you

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Man you’re mowing lawns, there’s a lot more money in other things in landscaping. He’s clearly designing and installing pathways, cutting trees for people, and he’s working in Seattle

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Nice feature once again from UpFlip…the young man has a great business model and he saves a lot by not having to market his business since he has recurring clients…he is in a position where he can scale up if he wants to..kudos💯

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This has become my favorite channel on KZbin!

[@UpFlip]

Music to our ears ;)

[@freedomring3022]

mine too

[@discoveringme941]

Yeah it's pretty good

[@trevorkokenge2664]

I must shout out Steel Toe University. They have been a great help for me on my business journey with business education and a community of landscapers to engage with to improve my business. Thanks, Trevor Kokenge

[@timbohouston]

I have a landscaping business and most of it is pretty straight forward. I am mostly self taught. It's a good business and if you will work hard, you'll succeed.

[@alexandervanlohen4229]

You do a great job and are so down to earth. And you had me with Jesus, just treat people well. Continued success. And thank you for the inspiration to start your own business without studying marketing first. Greetings from Germany

[@josephhoward4010]

Yeah hearing you talk about Christ was really motivational on top of everything else you already said. Been really thinking it's time for me to move to my own company doing lawn/snow/lighting/etc after being in so many different wage positions for years. Keep me in your prayers and God bless!

[@walkingdeadlands]

This landscaper guy is so down to earth. It’s inspiring.

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We can't agree enough, Walking Dead Lands HQ! Can you share with us what inspired you the most? Hope you take these powerful lessons with you and apply them. :)

[@ryanculler7324]

Im 25 years old i started my own landscaping business last year called Under The Sun Landscaping ☀️🌞 i started with just a cheap weed eater and a push mower and bought myself a small utility trailer for 300 dollars i painted the trailer orange 🧡 put new tail lights on it got myself a sticker decal got shirts made and my cards just arrived its not hard just takes a lot of patience and dedication i have hella tools now

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That 4 10 hours days is genius

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This was great !! I’m just starting this journey so this was so informative!

[@UpFlip]

Awesome turtley. We are so excited for you. 😀Congrats! Have you start a business plan?

[@jesuschristiskingandsavior461]

I love how he said his biggest inspiration is Jesus and how he treats ppl!! He had my support before that, now I really support him and love him!

[@UpFlip]

Thanks for supporting him. We love and support Trevor as well!

[@EdsterL]

I currently work full time and do landscaping on the side. I can't afford to leave my job because I'm in a good position, with landscaping job are not stable like a full time job. I do have some clients which allow me to schedule a few jobs make a little extra income whenever possible. Thanks for sharing such great insight.

[@brianfernando921]

Looking to eventually start a landscape lawn business video is very helpful

[@camdensmotorizedbikebuilds5142]

I’m 17 and I couldn’t ask for a better job I love landscaping I started my business two years ago and have had great success so far even with over saturation in my area.

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Aye cmon bro I’m 23 and just applied for a landscape position

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[@camdensmotorizedbikebuilds5142]

@@dababycar2899 no landscapings to over crowded it’s just to get me started with finances and clientele. I will get out of landscaping sooner or later. Goal is 3 years I should have plenty of money to start my next business that’s gonna be more profitable.

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And please don’t go to college bro you be a self made millionaire without all that nonsense! Working for yourself is the only way to go!!!

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Great to hear!

[@Mellow4202]

Where I live at, everybody and their mom has a landscaping business. It's extremely competitive. Just within a 5 mile radius there are over 20 landscaping companies. My family owns a family business building and installing fences. I believe they gross an average of 1.2 million a year. Owning a business is the way to go definitely.

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Trevor just seems like a really good guy. Nice to see good people doing good things.

[@UpFlip]

Trevor is great! Was there something good in the video that really stood out to you?

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@@UpFlip I just like the vision he has for his company and where he sees it going as far as maintenance and installation. 2 sides of the company where he gets to focus on the design aspect which he enjoys.

[@DoctorRickSanchez]

_Learned alot of good stuff from this thanks also love the different shots you made and the quality is A1._

[@UpFlip]

Thank you for that Dr Rick. 😀We appreciate the attention to detail and are so happy you're enjoying the content. Are you in the landscaping industry as well?

[@DoctorRickSanchez]

@@UpFlip _Yes I am but I'm solo the "finding a helper" part hit home for me because it's so hard to find someone reliable that knows what they're doing so I can expand._

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I love the inspiration answer! Hallelujah 🙌

[@UpFlip]

So glad the video was inspiring to you Elliot. 😀👍Landscaping is a great business to get in. Are you currently in the industry?

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Love the video and your content

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What a great episode and guy! I love his ethics! God bless

[@UpFlip]

We really appreciate you watching the video Shawn. This is very nice of you and we're sure he appreciates it. 😀What type of content would you like to see on the channel going forward?

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@@UpFlip just keep doing what you are doing, all content has been great :)

[@annparsons2112]

You're a great hardworking young man. I know you'll go far.

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This is very nice of you ann parsons. 😀😀Thank you. We wish him all the best. We're so glad you stopped by the channel today. Is there any way you feel our content can improve?

[@trevorkokenge2664]

Thanks Ann!

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I know this dude! He is awesome, super nice guy!

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Wow, this video is great! I owned a full service garden service company in southern California for 12 years but decided to leave the heat ,so I moved up to Oregon Portland, I live on the coast now...Its time to restart my businesss after I get my landscape biz licenses, thanks for the inspiration! I'm ready to move forward now that I'm familiar with the weather in the PNW.

[@MegaKaiser2009]

Did you obtain your LCP? I am in Oregon too and trying to make a career change. Starting a landscaping business seems to be very difficult. I have a lot of power tools, hand tools and a reliable truck. Obtaining the LCP (Landscaping Construction Professional License) seems like my biggest obstacle right now.

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​@@MegaKaiser2009what could be the challenge making it so difficult to obtain an LCP in Oregon?

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God bless this man ! I can only wish him success and all the best

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That's very nice of you Joseph. 😀Thanks for such great feedback. Are there any other types of companies you'd like to see featured on the channel?

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Very good and informative video!👍

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Great success story

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Thanks a lot for the very informative video. Please, make CC available. Muchas gracias.

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Yes, will be added later today or tomorrow, its currently being processed!

[@STuU0k6Fgv]

At the age of 5 I began working with my father in his gardening and landscaping business. Learning all the quick tricks and methods on how to improve someone’s yard to where you can make the neighbors asked for your business card. Honestly it’s my best opinion to work with someone in this field. Try to gain a lot of field experience as you can and save up some cash to buy commercial equipment, such as echo, blowers, Toro, 30 inch lawn mowers

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27 years of experience helps . You also need to know how to repair your own equipment when it breaks down instead of relying on a shop that will take at least a month to return you fixed things

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Thank you for sharing your piece on the industry! Those are valuable tips you got up your sleeve. ☺️

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Can’t wait to start my own business in these next couple of weeks gonna start by offering work around my neighborhood for cheap

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We are excited for you Colin and love you enthusiasm. 😀We can't wait to get a follow up on how things are going. Have you started a business plan?

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I really like this guy, great interview!

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Glad you liked the interview with Trevor! He is pretty awesome.

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Great video and info my dudes

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Glad you love this video! Hope you also watch our other content and find value in them. Any business you want to see next? ☺️

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Washington is the way to go for landscape business around Seattle area I was on trip I was like damn beautiful landscape property!

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This type of business is my dream. I wish I had done the same major in college.

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I would love to see a barbershop owner vid!

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Never buy an electric mower. Always get a gas powered mower. Great video! Thank you!

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The landscape business is extreme hard work and very competitive lastly the wear and tear on your brand-new equipment is devastating.....Best of luck

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Are you in the industry as well? Any tips you could share? ☺️

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Good info...Preparing to restart a yard maintenance business after shutting down for a few years due to poor management.

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That is great news OutOneMorning. Congrats! 😀The best part about restarting a business is you already have the blueprint setup. Have you made changes on how you plan to handle the previous management problem?

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@@UpFlip Yes, I fired my wife. Sorry, couldn't resist...but seriously. I'm currently working with a retired Owner of a local lawn maintenance company. Actually working with him and doing small jobs together. I'm starting over on the FUNDAMENTALS of business... Book keeping, job planning, sales etc. I'm studying basic to intermediate lawn care and landscape practices and practical applications according to a scalable basic business model. Also, working two other jobs and trying to save money...prayer and A.A. daily! Thanks for the channel my friend...solid content! Hopeful, helpful, insightful and encouraging!!! Keep up the good work! Will be following your channel!

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Cool, nice

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You just have to believe in your hustle !

[@UpFlip]

This is very critical Practice Coding. Customers can see it too. Thank you. 😀😀 Would you ever start a business like this one?

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Good video!

[@UpFlip]

Glad you enjoyed it! What industry would you like us to cover in a video?

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Yeah this channel really cool

[@UpFlip]

Thank you for the kind words Ashton!

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I was in the lawn maintenance business when young difficult business this will definitely be an interesting interview 😊

[@UpFlip]

Thanks for the feedback Alfonso. There seems to not be many businesses you haven't tried lol. Out of them all what has been your favorite business thus far?

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@@UpFlip 😂 I have done almost all in the service industry i actually like the cleaning industry

[@Alexbell77]

I guess I should try having a landscaping company

[@jeffreylucas2027]

I mean the way he turned this into a big business is he has the knowledge. Knowledge is everything having that degree really helps with that. You can do it without that degree but your going to struggle a lot

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Hope Trevor thrives in the game👍

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Thanks for watching G Rex. 😀We think he'll do great. What type of company would you like to see featured on the channel next?

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This is literally like watching a video of myself a few years ago.

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Did it go well?

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Thank you for watching and engaging with the content! ☺️

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Just starting out

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Jesus. . . Service, self giving, love for others. Right on!

[@calvinnewby2687]

Yes he is. I'm from VA. I used to work for Richmond mowing. Nathan was making 30 thousand a month. 5 to 6 thousand a day only doing residential

[@UpFlip]

That's amazing! So how was your experience working with them?

[@michaeldavis3188]

It appears he has a decent maintenance and cleanup company. I can tell with his current equipment and setup he is not installing the landscapes you see drawn out on these sheets of paper. You can definitely get to where he is with the 300.00 invested (truck not included, you will need this or a minivan/some sort of transportation). I did the same thing and have grown in the same way as he, he is the norm in the landscape and construction industry. He has a long way to go before he has a real company but he definitely is making a living now. Kudos to him!

[@Sanriago98]

Awesome tips and awesome work, I'm in the process of buying equipment and hopefully get something started. I want to do summer and winter work here in Canada. Have you tough about adding pressure washing? Cleaning roofs and gutters? That's what's calling my name

[@matthewryanbyers]

God bless you brother, praise Christ!

[@c.t.5896]

26 in San Antonio. 56K (plus cash sales) this month.

[@PhilRuybal]

Great episode! I had a lawn care biz last year and got overwhelmed and fsmily issues so I ended it. This is motivating and makes me wanna start it back up RIGHT. Thanks for this!!

[@UpFlip]

Great to hear Phil, we hope you start it back up!

[@trevorkokenge2664]

Glad to hear it Phil. You should consider joining Steel Toe University online. The group activity has quieted down in recent years, but there is a library of content that was developed that can help landscapers start their business with good info. I stay connected for the facebook group where I can ask questions when needed.

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@@trevorkokenge2664 that's awesome! Thank you and I appreciate that! A ton

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@@trevorkokenge2664 lawn life ?

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@@trevorkokenge2664 Big thanks!

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Nice to get someone's perspective that's in my area.

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Glad you love this video, Kamau's Focus! Do you have a business topic you want to see next on the channel?

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@@UpFlip Videographers please

[@Theultrazombiekiller]

In 7th and 8th grade I went around and found 9 lawns to mow weekly during spring and summer. I would put all my equipment into a little garden trailer hooked to my dads riding mower and would drive around the neighborhood to my jobs. I charged $20 a piece. so I was making $180 a week at 13 years old. Then at 16, I got a job as an irrigation and landscape specialist for a landscaping company and worked there until I was 22. Now I stare at spreadsheets all day for a huge corporation and want to get back into landscaping haha. I want to go work for an established company though as the market is SO saturated with landscape companies.

[@keith-kalfas]

This is epic.

[@UpFlip]

We appreciate you tuning in! Thank you! ☺️

[@keith-kalfas]

Very smart.

[@UpFlip]

Did you enjoy the video? Thanks for watching! ☺️

[@413-massmelopitboss5]

This guy is real I'm doing the same exact thing!! And I started with 800

[@victorramirez7343]

Dude do you own a landscape company and if so have your ever wished to expand it ??? I fund landscape companies if your ever interested

[@patrickbass3118]

How's it going these days pit boss?

[@RandallHarvey]

great story

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Glad you love this video! Your appreciation means a lot to us and motivates us to continue producing content like this. Do you have a business topic you want to see next on the channel? 🤔

[@williamdavis2097]

Major props to this guy, but i would love to know where anyone is getting a mower for $50 even used

[@christopherhernandez8856]

$200,000.00 a year and climbing thats pretty good! At least i think lol lets say you divided it by 3 people lets say they all get paid the same that's around 66 or 67 thousand a year for each person. Even if you take away 20k from each person for the general maintenance on the tools they use. For a 4 day work week that's pretty good and if he uses electric than he will save even more

[@jonnysnipes3123]

It’s possible to start with 300 dollars. If you’re mechanically inclined go on eBay and buy some old ass commercial lawn equipment that just need new carbs, replace the carbs and then use your personal vehicle and claim it on your taxes cus it’ll be eligible to be written off so then all you need is customers, start in the hood where the income is low and the grass is tall and offer 15 dollar lawn services but also call the city board for properties that need to be cut due to lawn violations and they prolly will pay you

[@LuisEnriqueRubioChavez]

This guy is in a position to grow. To much work get another crew. Can’t keep up is a great sign this man needs to go farther he’s doing great

[@m.r.2718]

Exactly what I was thinking. He's again in the "ignorant phase" like he called it himself. He could relatively easily grow bigger by hiring 1 or 2 more to help out. But it's been really inspiring to hear how he started and how he got where he's at doing something that most youngings these days would never even think about doing.

[@JUDGEME5150]

4 day work week is gold

[@UpFlip]

Don't we all dream of it? We appreciate you tuning in! Thank you! ☺️

[@Crazedpanda999]

this is great but what do you do during the winter?

[@ricksgardeningservices2949]

As a full time gardener, any1 who wants to do their own thing, just keep at it don’t give up, I worked two years gardening while working full time to pay the bills, and now I am able to do it full time and earning so much money it’s unreal.. Don’t give up keep at it and you’ll go far. Work harder then yesterday Work like a slave eat like a king There’s always work if your a hard worker

[@tommyboy9407]

I bought a used mower a few years ago a 48" scag collected about 40 clients and had issues with the used mower. Which put me in a tight spot. I decided to buy a new mower and since have been working for a company 40+ hours a week to buy all tools and equipment needed I know have over 7000 in just mowers trimmers blowers a good edging shovel is over a 100 dollars. I enjoyed the video just think people should know the maintenance of a used mower in the end is gonna cost or put u in a tight spot don't think cheap this is ur future . U gotta spend money to make money just being honest I think 300 is unreal unless ur putting a mower in ur trunk of ur Camry. Which I'm not saying isn't possible js u want to look the part as well as do Good Work.

[@johnsmith-wd5sq]

I was thinking the same thing! I have a decent full size van with a trailer hitch so i am thinking a small trailer for about $700 and a new push mower for about $300, Then i will need a trimmer and blower and edger and fuel cans and brooms and shovels and rake, Etc..And maybe a Decent zero turn mower..So really im looking at about $7 to $8k to get started with reliable and decent equipment!

[@tommyboy9407]

@@johnsmith-wd5sq credit works but you don't want to go into debt on everything depending on your situation just buy 1 thing you need a week or if you get a job buy a required tool with that money but regardless have a primary income let this start out as side money Do good work and watch it grow so fast ul wish u started years ago!

[@monicashipton469]

Nice

[@patriciatheisen3309]

Nice)

[@God_lovin_Patriot]

My dad hoped the border in the 80's and started this business, too. Over 40 years later, he has 4 trucks that go out 6 days a week. And he didn't need no college degree. 🙂

[@UpFlip]

Awesome! Which business did he start?

[@God_lovin_Patriot]

@@UpFlip Lawn Care Services in Los Angeles, California.

[@eveleinnyokabi]

​@@God_lovin_PatriotThat is wonderful. Good work. How is California?

[@God_lovin_Patriot]

@@eveleinnyokabi California is ideal for lawn care. 👌 In spite of all the competition, there's STILL tons of work out here. Too much! Weather is absolutely perfect, lawns aren't huge, and you can easily get $160 to $200 on one client per month. The side gigs in tree trimming is where a lot of the money is at. Just last week I made $600 in 4 hours on a $1,450 job.. 2 of our guys did most of the work. If you don't like yard work or being outdoors then this job isn't for you. But if you enjoy being outside and doing lawn care, well, the reward can be life changing. My immigrant father raised a family of 5, bought our home, cars and took my sister thru college all thanks to lawn care. And he did it one lawn at a time. Today, he's boss man. He hasn't gone out on routes for a few years now. All he does is drive around in a separate company truck checking up on clients, delivering small plants, and giving estimates on potentially new clients. He hasn't pushed a lawnmower in probably 10 years. And that's because he doesn't have to anymore. That should always be your goal.

[@richardkirchner9942]

nice.

[@Biggnuncio]

Using quickbooks for credit card payments? You must be paying a premium for that, like 3 to 3.5% I could get that down to closer to a corporate rate and you can still use quickbooks. Not to mention you get that insurance to protect you from any sort of fraudulent charges.

[@jojotag5344]

"steady steadiness"

[@The_Feral_Christian59]

When you started, how did you deal with hauling debris? I assume you already had a truck?

[@benjaminbissick6634]

Remember the trucking video …..please

[@UpFlip]

Yes, we've been trying.. unable to find anyone atm. But we did interview an amazing guy on our podcast just last week ;) Check it out!

[@nathanglacken5066]

Doing great numbers brother, I’m only working for a landscaping company right now as I’m only 17. Using a personal truck with those numbers, you still look young, so I’m assuming there’s still room to grow. I’d finance a work truck and let the personal be the personal. Build your credit and get the tax write off!

[@amymcdonald6119]

Interesting

[@erlytequillo8017]

I am studying agriculture now and i want to focus on landscaping. Can you suggest me a topic title for thesis or anyone here can you give me an idea. I really want to learn landscaping.

[@moichuk]

What would you recommend if you want to create a landscaping company if it snows half year?

[@cameronrichards2010]

Snow removal in winter

[@Donuts_random_stuff]

Everything stihl except for the chainsaw WHAT STIHL IS FAMOUS FOR

[@3734danny]

I'm trying to get started on land scaping business any tips on how to get started with out going to school for it

[@johnnyyak515]

Ok. Enough. You have watched enough successful guys and you now know how they did it. That’s it. Get started. Now !!!

[@civilliberty2547]

Good shit bro. You too.

[@SowaScape_Premier_Landscapes]

Like the videos but should add “in revenue” to title so it’s not as click baity

[@fxlu]

MY IDLE!!!