How to Start a Lawn Care Business in 2021

Learn how to start a lawn care business in 2021 with 7 practical tips from Jason Creel of lawn care life. I share tips about marketing, equipment, business planning, and targeting customers. Many people who are thinking of starting a lawn care business don't make a plan for the first year or planning for the long term. Having a plan makes a huge difference in your short term and long term success.
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[@makingtechsense126]

I used to work in IT Managed Services. One of the companies tried to be the cheapest in town which meant they attracted people who didn't value their services. It seemed like there was a customer on the phone every day arguing about money because those are the kind of customers that look for the cheapest service around. Don't be the cheapest. Be the best.

[@suethoren3010]

I’ve been doing this for 8 years on my own. This man is straight up the best advice period.

[@lawncarelife]

Thank you

[@rmac6420]

So whats your profit for those 8 years and how much did you start with?

[@ovokai494]

Thanks for this video 17 years old and very interested on starting lawn care business great video not all heroes wear capes💯🙏🏼

[@2Years2Farm]

How is it going

[@sdub607]

How was it?

[@JonsDailyHustle]

I like starting cheap. I started with just a ramp and small 33" walk behind mower. My company snow balled and then got a trailer and zero turn and it was a good time. Makes the hard work worth it and feels rewarding

[@arturoayala1102]

Started mine last year with a mower I found in the garbage (needed the carb cleaned) a used blower and weed wicker and a 92 Sierra that I bought from my dad

[@porfirio3820]

Brotha, I started my new business last week and today 08/30/21 I started mowing the customers. Thank you for all of the information

[@JonsDailyHustle]

I absolutely agree with you on everything in this video. Especially when it comes to buying equipment and not spend thousands of money to get started

[@d_dizzie_druck5753]

I only have a 21" Honda push mower, a used Kombi with trimmer, & blower, & a Stihl 110 big trimmer, & a Cub Cadet Lawn vac for leaf clean up. I used to push my mower with one hand, & pull a big yard Wagon with the other. All around my small town of about 600 people. Just this summer i bought a used truck, the used Kombi, & the big trimmer. I am consistantly growing my side job, hopefully it becomes my full-time gig. I lost my full-time job due to Covid-19, i ended up turning some yards down this summer I just love mowing.

[@marcusjones3011]

Just leaving Afghanistan and about to return to my regular job. I have decided that I need a change, so on paper, I started a lawn care company this week. Faith without works is dead, so I'm taking the first step. Now I just need a truck, equipment and customers. First steps... ✌

[@LuisEnriqueRubioChavez]

What kind of yards will you be looking for? Like how big?

[@marcusjones3011]

@@LuisEnriqueRubioChavez Very Small lawns. Ones that I can maintain with a Walk behind mower, and hand held equipment.

[@mauricesmith989]

He's 100% correct on the future..wish I had the financial education I've learned along the way,as I was younger..there's no promise of a pension, or 401k way the world is revolving now..Work smart, preplan,and invest wisely for the future..only we. As one,have look after ourselves..life has no guarantees..

[@petebentley3156]

I have been in the lawn mowing business now for well over 30 years,and my advice to anyone is that you have to spend money to make money.like better weedeater's,better lawn mowers better leaf blowers.i mean really good reliable things,because you are not going out and mowing only once a week with these things you are using these things ever day.and sometimes you need more that one of these because the things that you are using and working with will break down on you sooner or later and in order to keep you and you business going then you need a back up one to replace your weedeater or mower until you have the time to get it fixed now.me I have 13 lawn mowers,22 weedeater's,11 leaf blowers so hand held some back pack blowers.3 lawn mower trailors.and ever year I buy cases of oil for my leaf blowers to mix with my gas and for my leaf blowers and my chainsaws and pole saws.i also buy big spools of 95 and 80 plus 105 weedeater line to do me.then I order my 10w30 oil and oil filters for all of my lawn mowers to be used to change oil in ever one of my lawn mowers at least 3 different times a year to 4 times.you take care of your lawn mowers and they will take care of you.and I buy spark plugs by the case to put or replace in all of my equipment that I use so I do not have to run to the store for things ever hour of the day.plus I keep at least 30 gallons of gas on hand ever day for my lawn mowers and my weedeater's pole saws and chainsaws to get the job done better quicker and faster.to me time is money and make sure you do it well if not your jobs with your people you mow for will go to someone else.and try to do a little extra for the people you mow for just so they will like your ways and the extra you do for then ever time you mow for them!!!!!

[@playboy4life18]

Wow this is some great information!! I definitely thinking about starting a lawn care business, rite now I have 2 decent blowers and two lawnmowers, and 1 weed eater, any advice and how long will it take for my to actually see a good profit, this is a very competitive business

[@petebentley3156]

@@playboy4life18 ha just make sure you have more than one weedeater,maybe like 3.because like when I got started over 30 years ago,if you only have 1 weedeater and it stops working then your in big trouble.and least with more than one or 2 you always will have a backup standing by,and beleave me over time it will happen to you now.same way with lawn mowers to now you always need a backup there to now.and with weedeater line don't buy the little packs of weedeater line,wait until the fall of the season and go to places like Walmart,tractor supply and lowes and buy the big spools of weedeater line cheaper or where there reduced down because of winter and buy them that way when spring comes around and mowing business gets kicked started again.you will have your weedeater line and will not have to pay that big price on it like the way it was last spring.same way with lawn mowers to,buy them in the fall of the year when lawn mowing if almost finished up for the year and mower prices are almost half the price that they were in the summer months.hang in there and think and use your head now,and always remember that 2 or 3 of everything is a lot better than 1 is when something breaks down on you and you need it to keep up on your work!!!!!

[@playboy4life18]

@@petebentley3156 Okay thanks bro!!! I really appreciate it!!

[@petebentley3156]

@@playboy4life18 it depends on how good of a job you do for people,and just how many people like your style of mowing.plus do not mow a yard the way that you like it mowed.ask the people and mow it the way that they want it or you to mow it for them.and try to look around a see if there might be a little more things to there lawn that needs done,and if so do it but do not charge them for it.and try to mow and make there lawn look and be better than ever or,looks better than everyone's lawn in there neighbor hood lawns looks better than.that way there neighbors will ask you if you could make there lawns look like the one you just done.that my friend is how you get more business from other people,and do not ever let them down either now!!!!!

[@playboy4life18]

@@petebentley3156 Hey great information!!! Thanks you so much!!!

[@skylertalley]

You are the man! Ive been watching you for years, and i promise I’ve learned an incredible amount from you. Thank you Skyler

[@Paulgotitall]

Great information, I started out with all use equipment. At the end of each year I would upgrade a tool. Now I have a spare just in case something breaks....

[@dagtailgroundmaintenance]

always go bigger if you can and you will grow into it

[@nickleteeth]

I think this is outstanding..real advice!!!

[@greencomfortliving4909]

i have been watching a lot of your video's. im looking to do a big expand this season on city parks and buildings... its nerve racking! i think of 100 negatives then inside my body tells me GO FOR IT!

[@LuisEnriqueRubioChavez]

Yes . Much of my equipment is quality equipment. It’s not the most high end but it is quality not cheap stuff. I bought everything off of offer up and most of it is brand new never used ! Just two days ago my husqurvana blower went out it was a hand me down from my dad . Got on offer up and found a brand new echo blower for 250 brand new! Worth 370 from the big box store! I’m able to afford brand new but rather save some cash! It’s working like a champ! New video on it coming tomorrow

[@CuttinUpLD]

great advise Jason I started small and cheap and replaced my equipment as my client list grows

[@prittsybaby]

I have been playing with the idea of starting a lawn care business on the side. Primarily going for yards that are smaller and push mow only jobs. Maybe geared towards discounts for elderly. I just bought a tonneau cover for my truck and figured I could just haul everything in my bed and be covered. This would be a part time job idea to be able to stop on my way home from work and maybe a few yards on the weekends. I need a push mower and better weedeater for my own house anyways. So even if I fail, I'm not at a lose.

[@IAmMTG1]

That's my plan also lol.

[@melovessumguns3828]

Sometimes I think I’ve heard about all of what Jason has had to say, until I watch another video and then I realize I’m relearning something old or learning something NEW! Either way these videos have helped me in many ways. Thank you for your videos Jason.

[@drums2go615]

Jason I love your videos man I've seen several of your videos I love your attitude of your attitude I've seen some of your training videos and so forth I'm in Texas I'm 58 years old I love doing laws I've been doing it for years I wish I could work for you man

[@josephbenanti2811]

Thanks for the advice Jason !!👍👍💯💯

[@lawncarelife]

Glad to help

[@phillipdodds7860]

Thanks for the advice!

[@zacharyrosser9916]

I really enjoyed this!

[@jefffromtiktok]

This is the kind of video I was looking for because I want to start a lawn mowing business

[@lawncarelife]

Glad to help

[@GriffinMowing]

Thanks for the great advice. My brothers and I started our business at around age 14 and built it from using push mowers on up to where we are today!

[@lawncarelife]

That's great. I bet y'all were making more money than almost anyone in the high school.

[@GriffinMowing]

@@lawncarelife Yes it has been an amazing process. We have been blessed

[@GriffinMowing]

@@lawncarelife many of our friends have been able to work for us also!

[@louieevans9125]

You are right Jason, I waited late in life to start my business. I will be 50 on the 22 of Dec. I enjoy doing the yards, but during the hot Alabama August and September months it pulls the life out of you. My wife does a great job at saving for the future, and knows that 1 day I will not be able to continue on. Another thing to consider is health insurance, and life insurance. I do have health, but not life insurance. Any recommendations for life? I do not want to leave my wife behind destitute . Insurance is a major factor in owning a business. I just read an book about a month ago. It has a lot of great input on a business. The Prosemity Principle. It is great read. Thank you for what you do.

[@412Lawn]

Search google there are literally thousands of insurance companies!

[@mikeyj2024]

Just bought my first trailer (6x10) Got a push mower and a weed whacker lol. Need to get customers and a bigger better mower, but I’m on my way.

[@lawncarelife]

You've already done more than a lot of people. Getting started can sometimes be the hardest part

[@mikeyj2024]

@@lawncarelife thank you for your encouraging words sir.

[@IAmMTG1]

Did you do an LLC or a sole proprietor start up?

[@playboy4life18]

So how's it going so far??

[@AB-C1]

Excellent video and excellent life advice for young people in there! Great stuff mate and appreciating the good work, here in London England 👍

[@j.maxwell8764]

Excellent video!!! I love how you discuss saving for the future! Your advice is superb!!

[@Blueagavelawncare]

Waiting for 2022 update ! Happy new year

[@frozenrope8766]

Good jobon the editing Jason. I know it's a process making these videos. I've been watching you for years and i can see a difference. Nice work

[@lawncarelife]

Thanks for the positive feedback

[@waynetec13]

Lol you're talking about a 4 grand mower, and I'm here running my business out of the trunk of my Volvo with a $319 Briggs & Stratton 21" mulching mower. 😂 Use what you've got. When you can buy more, buy more.

[@chinchecca213]

Dude your info is great 👍

[@expresslawnmowing5969]

Great tips Jason!

[@MrThe3hobos]

Your videos are getting way better! Keep up the good work! Been watching awhile and just subscribed!

[@lawncarelife]

Thank you

[@lawncaresolutionphxaz530]

Great videos . tank for all the info. I started my lawn care business. Is not easy .

[@noesrenovationhandymanserv8774]

Excellent advice 🤠👍🏽

[@juanflores42]

Words of knowledge 👌

[@christianrios726]

Any thoughts on insurances and permits for your company?

[@terrygreen3553]

GOOD ADVICE, AS ALWAYS..

[@lawncarelife]

Thanks for watching

[@jamailsills5989]

Great video thanks!

[@TeamTorchic]

Great video thank you you are doing really good !!

[@johnhartin895]

So helpful thank you!

[@vincenttrovato]

Good timing 👍

[@lawncarelife]

Glad to help

[@arnoldfonar4199]

Good job!

[@LuisHernandez-oy1uk]

THANKYOU!

[@rohzthehorse7553]

Bout to start up

[@nicholecrouch311]

I need something being pit of work since july has been killing us

[@BabashiSensei]

Ideas for winter work?

[@The._.Experience]

I'm a 13 year old kid and I wanted to mow lawns during the summer in my neighborhood, how do I get costumers when I first start?

[@debbiewenckowski4670]

I would make up some flyers and go put them in mailboxes in your area. Good luck!!

[@daddylongleg6128]

Being that young I would do flyers and also go to door to door . More ppl will say yes because your a kid working hard which is rare . Good luck buddy

[@Christian-nr2yj]

Hi I’m 11 can you please make a video on how to start a lawn care business at 11 years old please

[@CAMMANDON]

Wassup I just started mine and I am 18 but I just got a push lawnmower and weed eater

[@playboy4life18]

How's it going so far??

[@cathymckee8946]

How do I help keep the business party of the lawn care business going

[@SinnerSince1962]

Jason, I liked your videos a lot better when you just spoke to the camera and didn't insert all of the generic "feel good" little clips, like someone punching a calculator or someone playing in their yard. I find it distracting. But that's just one man's opinion. I love your videos, so keep it up! One point.... That one yard you go buy a mower for, and that yard alone, may just be a huge profit that will allow you to pay for the mower in itself. Then, you have it for future use.

[@lawncarelife]

I tend to agree with you. I am switching to a new editor soon who hopefully we can make some improvements

[@SinnerSince1962]

@@lawncarelife All you do is appreciated. I have watched many of your videos over and over, just so it can sink into my thick skull. I'm sure they will help me avoid the pitfalls of the business. I especially liked the one concerning collecting payments from people who are slow to pay.

[@jsean2376]

How much did you spend on first mower ?

[@davidrochat2443]

I feel like I cant just jump in full blown or I'll sink scared

[@yotagang3705]

Hello, I just passed my license exam m, got my license, business license, insurance, and Im registered with my commisioner in my county, I just bought a 100 gallon skid sprayer, just need to work out a 12 month plan for weed control and fert I live in los angeles, where can i go to get a good start on a 12 month plan we mostly have warm season grass here and ther someone will have tall fescue, thx

[@derrickcabrera4893]

what is a good soft ware or program to be organized with my start up lawn biz?

[@lawncarelife]

I like yardbook

[@garrisonfamilyalbum3901]

Hi Jason, I was scouting neighborhoods to mail out postcards. Your hometown in fact. Morris. I live in Warrior/Hayden but too many steep hilly lawns. I was writing down addresses in the Mulvehill Rd neighborhoods and I thought... If this is an HOA neighborhood i might be wasting postage and postcards? Can you get customers through mail in an HOA NEIGHBORHOOD ? OR, are there people to go through?

[@lawncarelife]

I think people are probably the better method but direct mailing postcards does work to some degree

[@denilsonsousa3476]

Hello, I have been following you for a while, so now I would like to set up my own business. but i don't know where i should buy pest control grass fertilizer, so you could help me by saying where i should buy the products to start my business. can you help me

[@lawncarelife]

You need to get your license to be able to spray herbicides and then I buy my products from a company called Harrells

[@HectorFLerma]

Jason, should leaf cleanup 🍃 be included as part of maintenance, or is it an additional service? Can you please give me a hit on how to clarify it with the customer?

[@nathandcaudell9511]

In North East Alabama I do leaf clean up with maintenance. It gets me a few more cuts in the season plus I explain that I'm going it blow all away and mulch them up.

[@JCole_89]

my prices on leaf pick up are always higher than mowing, more wear and tear/longer time on the job. its great for extra work in the fall , I do pick up all the up till late Dec here in NW ohio

[@HectorFLerma]

@@JCole_89 thank you for the tips...I will consider it.

[@ShawnMatthewCook-PrayerCoach]

Will you review my plan?

[@michaelsorrells6459]

I got all my stuff from steel

[@michaelsorrells6459]

My name is Michael I cut grass to

[@cameronmcnulty8732]

Lawn Brady

[@kevinbrooks1104]

I think that you better work for someone at least a year so you can use multiple mowers to get some knowledge about the best value for dollars

[@TheRamblingBoy]

Love your vids - great advice -- but but but but but - those video library inserts are not needed and a bit irritating - to me anyhow -

[@Scatpack426]

Love the library inserts

[@CJMW_]

LETS GO

[@kevinbrooks1104]

With the pandemic people are watching thier dollars

[@nateb761]

Is this Tom Brady?🧐

[@lawncarelife]

Fresh off the super bowl

[@DelightedCuttz]

Good Content Definitely didn't think like this when I first started in 2010. I would stop and start because I wasted time for not thinking like this. Today is when i make a change...Thanks for your time, Talent and energy.....Salute!! #dcdorothyANNbaby4848

[@lawncarelife]

I personally made so many mistakes in my lawn business also. I try not to live in the past and just chalk it up as education in business