How To Turn $6,000 Into a Big Lawn Care Company

[@UppercutLawnsQueenstown]

I built my business on this advice. complely broke I used a second hand mower a trimer and a broom I found on the road. we have just put our second crew on the road and are now a gardening company as well as lawns. this guy's advice is incredibly good.

[@bluegrassvalleyllc4364]

Same here, This guy lit a fire under me, I went out and bought a 5 gallon bucket, some trash bags, a 6 inch rake and a flat shovel. I put adds for poop scooping on craigslist, started a website for $10 per month, ordered $12 worth of business cards on vistaprint and hung them on doors. When spring came, I bought a $50 push mower I found on craigslist, put that in the trunk of my car, started offering mowing. 3 years later, I have 75 clients, 1 employee, I mow, scoop poop, trim bushes, plow snow, and a bunch more. Bills are paid, I'm doing the work I love, my name is getting out there and this spring I added 20+ clients. I wish I could shake Jonathan's hand, he helped me to stay inspired and gave me so much information.

[@sabu422]

congrats on your success

[@johnnythediggerman684]

I have always ran 2rd hand gear & never had a single breakdown. No brands all my gear is off brand and everything all works & does a great job.

[@coldwe]

I started my business in the fall with buying $150 stihl backpack blower. I walked a neighborhood that weekend and that day picked up 10 yards to blow leaves and within 2 weeks I turned that $150 into $2200. That is how I got the fever.

[@ndleinahaystack]

Derek Joyner great story brother! makes you feel great when succeed!

[@gibsonslawnservice7261]

Derek Joyner What state do you live in that's hard to do in South Mississippi

[@coldwe]

I live in North Carolina. We get a lot of leaves in the fall.

[@coldwe]

I do like it when it works like this but it doesn't always work like this. I have also had many of times I lost money also. Sometimes you just got to smile and sometimes cry.

[@kartikdas1833]

here's several things to consider before you start a cleaning business are you likely to have help from your family? Are you someone who is self-motivated? Will you carry out the plan? Do you have the funds to start? (I read these and the reasons they work from Quintrell Care Plan website )

[@FloridaTurfPros]

1. Minimal debt 2. Focused marketing efforts 3. Personal growth. Listen up boys and girls... This man is the real deal.

[@coldwe]

I do no debt. I will show up with stuff duct taped up before I show up in debt and a shiny mower.

[@brucesooner]

Derek Joyner totally agree. debt will constrict cash flow faster than broken equipment.

[@beachsidelawnmaintenance220]

not me! I quit my chef job 10 months ago. got everything with 0% interest for 5yrs. my clients love that my equipment is shinny and I wear polo shirts. makes them feel safe in there retirement community. I had no clients before I bought my mowers. now I have 64 and 4 commercial accounts . the MOST Important is to be there when you SAY, do a great job and you will be a success . My one client got me the rest. people would see me mowing and come talk to me... 2. WORD OF MOUTH will build you or KILL you

[@mystorymylife9998]

Beachside Lawn Maintenance - well that's great. but what if the equipment gets stolen . what if you hate the job in a year. there's so much things that could happen sand the bank can care less. also for that mower you bought new I bet I can buy a used one with a little hours for half the money .

[@beachsidelawnmaintenance220]

WHAT IFS? you better think before you go. STOLEN ? ya ok, by who? I KEEP EVERYTHING LOCKED UP AND A GUN AT MY SIDE. you are right about getting one cheaper for half the money but you get there problems. why are they selling it? why not spend no money and get 0%? spend others money. TORO, GRAVLEY, BAD BOY they all give 0%. I paid my mowers in the first year. You have to work, I watch videos on you tube then include it in my services. so? sorry DON Abraham everything is how we perceive things and we see things different.. iam gald for that because I am making more money now, then working 80-90hrs a week in a kitchen and not seeing my family . GOOD LUCK MY MAN, AND STAY GREEN. PLUS I LIVE IN MYRTLE BEACH. or some just call it haven

[@davidhochstetler4068]

I work a regular job and have about 15 lawns a week. He is spot on on his information. The one thing I would emphasize is to focus on quality work, and the word will spread quickly. If you do a quick shoddy job the word will spread quickly too

[@chrisbowman4346]

David Hochstetler quality work always speaks volumes to potential customers.

[@Patballiet]

how much do you make

[@davidhochstetler4068]

Gamerboy Z still in college, so not running full bore, but income was higher than the average American while also earning 38 credit hours

[@jallen5660]

I started a very profitable business by cleaning gutters, started with a 5 gallon bucket and a small garden shovel (got both for free) and made over $5000 cleaning gutters. If you want to work and are willing to put the effort in you'll make it. Trust me, i know

[@alohalandscapefencing4406]

Thats alot of walking if you didnt have a vehicle.

[@MKimble515]

Wow... I'm in my 50's and I've been in the restaurant business all my life. I've always wanted to do a lawn care business and you make me feel like I can do it! You are a Great communicator, you remember what it's like to be new, you're highly organized, and extremely thorough. I'll be checking out all your videos and your app as well. Thank you!!!!

[@bigiron5508]

Mike Kimble that’s great man..... I’m 55 and just starting out myself... I have one condo complex with 25 buildings and going great, absolutely love it... good luck to you if you’re still thinking about it or have already started...

[@benplummer8866]

This is my 2nd yr at the end of last season I had 7-10 customers I put an ad in the news paper in March of this yr and ran it for 30 days I got 1-3 new customers every day the ad ran.

[@AlbertoGonzalez-tc2ju]

What did your ad read? Thx...

[@Mr333Lee]

yard by yard life is hard, but inch by inch life is a sinch, just take small steps and before you know it you will be big

[@FourThreeSeven]

I did door hangers for 2 years. got a good base. 5 years later, i dont even advertise anymore. Im not trying to be a millionare. I have 60-70 lawns per week. Thinking about getting more and hiring help. With $6000 to start i would get a good mid grade zero turn or walk behind and a good trimmer and blower.

[@paulwise8679]

Hey Ryan What is the best method of advertising with door hangers. Im going to be doing that this season. Im starting to create them asap for spring. How did you go about it? What did they look like? ANy advice helps.

[@shogunMR]

Right you can also buy good used walk behind for 1500 easy that is half decent, blower and trimmer for less than 500 and a regular push mower commercial for 250ish

[@shogunMR]

@The_guy_that_brake_checks_ Jerkoffs walk behinds are great especially for lawns that wont take long. When i say walk behind i mean 36-48 inch and as you get slightly bigger or more lawns you can put a sulky behind it and have a regular push mower as well for small tight areas ( around pools, townhome lawns, and small gated back yards). we are in the same boat i have a regular job and do 7 lawns on the side and that what i have. I got lucky a lady was selling her husbands stuff and i got an exmark dirt cheap $450 48 inch all i did was clean the carb bought new tires and blades. keep looking on Letgo, craigslist and OfferUp most of those will alert you when what you are looking for pops up. good luck my friend ... if i can help i will. let me know. ive worked in landscaping and lawn care for years but i want my own business the owner makes the real money if done right.

[@shogunMR]

ryan im trying to get there thanks for the advise

[@Multi4204life]

I work a full time job. I bought my mower, weed eater, blower, over time. I bought my hedge trimmers after a $500 job. I spent money on some NICE business cards and paid for a lead company and I'm averaging 60 hr.

[@steveday5038]

I've watched this video a couple of times now and it makes more sense after working this business a while.

[@jamesleejr1626]

I'm currently working two full time jobs and tring get business going. But i am trying learn all i can. I'm also watching videos from you and lots other tring get on the right road.

[@michaelbraun5074]

Mindset has to be number 1. The first time you fail at something it stings but the power to push forward and keep pushing yourself to gain more knowledge and learn from those mistakes is where growth starts to begin. Like Jim Rohn said it will be simple but not easy.

[@timrichardson9318]

This guy is good, he knows what he's talking about. Great information.

[@mattmadison4731]

I started my company after the one I worked for closed. I was broke. Bought a cheap second hand mower $25. A broom( free from family) plus a $25 leaf blower that sometimes worked . A $5 rake plus a $8 dollar leaf tarp . I worked hard but was able to buy my plow, so I could do driveways. The most expensive thing I had in the beginning was my 400 up front cost for insurance . Thankfully lawn care when done by the job you get your investment back as quick as you land jobs. It's not expensive to get started. As long as you are willing to work your self as hard as the tools you bought. so you can afford the best one day. and be mowing in a Cadillac mower. I was ahead of the game a little when I started I got most my work from the apps like lawn starter

[@coreycash3016]

Man I'm very impressed with this guy very positive and clearly spoken well done

[@Michshnly]

You don't need $6K unless you live in farmville USA. I have a honda mower, echo weed wacker and echo blower. 20 lawns in 10 hours make $510 in 1 day. I'm retired P/T job awesome.

[@markmilan01]

Invaluable information! Thank you!

[@rees6328]

Straight to the point. Great advice.

[@gregc7699]

anything in life worth having is worth putting the effort in to and working hard so if you really want something work really hard and never stop or let anything or anyone tell you different or stand in your way start small and dream big thats all hes saying there ive saved you a 10 minute video

[@andrewkeim4969]

yup, increased 762.5% with online marketing. create funnels. rank well! grossing from 30 k to 130k in under a year. sold the Biz for 50k. Do it right so you have a real saleable asset. I wanted to learn business first, then lawn care. Jonathan P. gets the credit for that. He is my mentor via You tube. my wife was sick of hearing the videos in the middle of the night but loved the results. Hope to meet him in person some day. professional business creates value. God Speed on your next venture Johnathan.

[@yxcvmk]

Who is Jonathan P:? A lawncare guy or a business educator?

[@andrewkeim4969]

He is Both. His education in business has moved him out of the Lawn Care 'field", but inevitably he is both,

[@waltercastro2015]

Wow thanks man. I am on the first level and 1/2. I am learning each day thanks for the sharing man.

[@dandylawnandmaintenance4407]

Great advise. This is just how I got started. I am into my 4th year and was using my personal beater chainsaw until now. I have a pole saw purchased 3 years ago. Now the old chainsaw is getting old and will be my last purchase needed besides a big dump truck but I have everything else. Perfect advise.

[@SvdaddysWreck]

I started with that... I invested in marketing.... website...lettering my truck amd trailer...etc. (acted bigger than i really was 😉) I had customers before i had the equipment set up. Long story short. First year... 70k. This year... maybe double?? Do the work...hang in there... and fail at things... . I have failed at a few things in the last year...but its a learning experience... anyone can truly do this!!.

[@gamer-uf4tb]

You must be on a good market great job by the way

[@onebigkahuna69]

For some reason i can see Vince Vaughn doing this sales pitch.

[@justjacqueline2004]

Refreshingly honest material as to how to start and run a business with minimal money.Been there and I have been lied to on multiple levels,be prepared for this,and it will surprise you how many of you so called friends will expect you to work for nothing,don't even think about it and if they dare ask you ,they are not your friend. 1.Get your customers and grow their numbers. 2.Avoid debt like the plague,I don't care how many others say its okay,its not if you want to sleep. 3.View your employees with a sieve. From personal experience my first best employee was an ex-convict.Yes he was so wrong and so desperate,I read the riot act and bluntly told him screw up and you are out the door.A year later he was sieving my next batch of employees and he was as rough with them as I was with him.Today.since 1984,he runs my back office and survives an audit without rancour. It a'int plain sailing but having to endure employers who are pigs at best I would go for it.

[@chriswade2871]

would you mind making a video showing your f150 truck setups?

[@ThisBoringLife]

Wow, great video. Concise and inspiring. Thanks for this post, very valuable information.

[@BobbyBowker]

7:39, you are version one of you. I like it, so profound!!! My version one was not very good but I worked my butt off. Now I’m doing much better and wiser. Looking to keep improving continually.

[@kingsaccountability]

great video! i have actually watched it twice now after revisiting it after a period of time and its funny how i notice and or agree with even more of the points after a short period of time and i have been in the industry 10 years and running my own business for 3+ now.

[@brucesooner]

simple and focused..I always start every year like this....never end the year this way....need to focus more on the simple things.

[@coldwe]

Me also. I start the year ready to go and slowly fall behind as the year goes. By the end of the season I'm ready for winter and want a break.

[@bryancordon3685]

I’m from the bay erea in California i work doing maintenance and landscaping for about 14 years it’s hard to get properties it’s very competitive what do you recommend me to do i want to do it full time not only on weekends can you give me some ideas thank you

[@bigchungus920]

Six thousand dollars setups: New residential mower 2-3 thousand String trimmer 4 hundred dollars Stick edger 4 hundred dollars Blower 5 hundred dollars Lowes trailer 1.5k Chevy truck 1980-2000 about 2k Total=$ 7k'ish , decent setup, minimal cost, good equipment

[@tonyacullum5027]

I just started by business and taking in all the information that I can, so thank you for the video, it was very helpful.

[@mower6856]

great video, right to the point and simple steps to follow!! thanks for sharing

[@srbmowingllc594]

Hey John is do u guys have a service auto pilot plan for the smaller guy? Only have 70 accounts but I am interested in looking for something to make the billing easier thx

[@floridalawncareexpertsllc2817]

This was a perfect explanation, nailed it

[@lawncaremillionaire]

I appreciate that! Thanks for watching.

[@larrybrandonii269]

Good vid love your stuff man really helps me grow thank you for being so generous with knowledge. Much love God bless shalom aleichem

[@ericvidal440]

Cut , edge , trim , only . small residential only , 40 to 75 per yard

[@ghiradelli777]

How do you build it on the side with a fulltime job and then transition?

[@HustleSenseiMikey]

John, my names mike. I'm 21 running a two crew operation and it's time to replace one of our trucks. I've been sold on the custom bed set up for some time. Where do you get your trucks done for $1,500. Thanks!

[@Grassology-vs1hn]

What advice can you give me for starting PT? I have a FT job but I would love to do this as a quality side job to earn extra cash while my boys are in college. I’m investing about $1500 for a trailer,trailer rack and blower rack,hitch for my honda civic I would love to have a truck but I don’t want debt....I already acquired 3 lawns in my development this winter for March 2018 season.

[@jimboroca4895]

thanks lawncaremillionaire.. great advise, I'm starting my own business this year, I barely have 7 costumers. is kinda hard, :/ but, I know I can make it.

[@justjacqueline2004]

I hope it is still going and you are as determined as last year.

[@LowerLawns]

GREAT VIDEO!! I made a ton of mistakes when I bought my first batch of equipment haha I could have been much farther along

[@Pantera972]

Lower Lawns let me guess you bought equipment from Lowes haha.

[@LowerLawns]

No actually I bought the Honda HRX217 for my 21 inch and then got a Cub Cadet and got their 33inch rest of my equipment was Stihl BUT looking back, I could have bought a super cheap 21inch, a used zero turn, and gotten a higher end blower/edger and gotten a commercial zero turn by the middle of last season haha Those first stupid overpriced mowers really held back my productivity...at least the honda cuts great...the cub kept falling apart after 10 hours and they wouldn't honor the warranty...lessons learned! haha

[@onetuliptree]

Great advice for starting any business

[@justjacqueline2004]

Exactly,however if you are in the professional service area you are truly shafted.The debt level is enormous.

[@tonyslawncare]

great advice

[@zach7548]

knock, knock, knocking on heaven's door haha lol great video

[@childerstodd]

Awesome advice, thanks.

[@canyonstinky7817]

How much should i charge per square foot?

[@williebeaminiv1928]

Great info, thanks! 🙏🏾

[@jason4832]

You can start small depending on how many services u provide, here in the northeast a snowplow is a big investment, other then that its pretty easy to get going

[@jason4832]

I started with a old bobcat ransome and a homemade trailer

[@jason4832]

I think i lost 10lbs walking behind that old mower, she was a trusty beast tho

[@robertswift6101]

i`m from the northeast,,Mass and winters are light here for the most part

[@jason4832]

As of lately winters havent really been any good for residential plowing, the commercial guys do ok if they charge for the whole season. Its super expensive to do commerical tho lots of man power and gear

[@scottsovocool5628]

Whats your website for your mowing business?

[@patrapper7367]

Bette yet. Work for the summer for a landscaper/mowing company. Learn the skills and best equipment, save the extra cash, see if you like this job of work, learn what accounts to stay away from and start your new business in the spring. $$$$$$

[@chrisbowman4346]

I'm going to start my business next year 2019. What is a quality push mower to start off with?

[@christopherpowell1483]

Chris Bowman Walmart for 150.00 a good push mower

[@BobbyBowker]

Honda. Used.

[@easttnlawncare6740]

This guy is smart but we did buy use aerator For $75 behind my 0 turn For my 1st aeration and profited after bind the irrigator $200

[@imperialservices9892]

I started last year this is my second year and this year is looking good already so far yard clean ups and they are leading to weekly accounts listen to him he is right on the nail I made my own website on word press I don't like it I'm going to look for someone to help me or just get it up and going

[@jc411d8]

Great video ! Knowledge is the key

[@robertbirmingham130]

Would it be advisable to work for a lawn care company for some period of time to learn the business before starting your own?

[@MostlyOutdoors]

Robert Birmingham yes

[@scottweber3328]

Over the course of this year,I bought my stander& zero turn& 18' sure trac off some guys that unfortunately didn't make it in this industry,for pennies on the dollar. I bought all brand new Stihl equipment, with the$ I saved. Won't have to worry about them starting or breakdowns.its snowing up here now. What can I do to make sure I hit the ground running in the spring,I don't have any recouring work lined up as off now. But my equipment is all paid in full! So no worries there. I work a full-time job and intend to until I can make this my full time revinue source.

[@michaeldewitt7862]

Hey Lawn Care Millionaire, I'm struggling to keep up with the demand on my business. I'm sole proprietor and I'm 2 days behind constantly and the demands are not slowing down. I tried for an employee that flopped after just 2 and a half days. I have not found a quality employee yet. Customers are starting to complain. I want to keep my customers happy obviously but it seems impossible to keep up on my own. Any advice would be great!

[@ditschlawnlandscape56]

Michael DeWitt be upfront and honest when taking on new work. Let them know you are busy, people actually like to hear you are a few days weeks out. it lets them know you are in demand, thus must be good at what you do. Make sure you don't neglect your current accounts. Retaining them is what we consider "free money" every season. As far as employees, don't get frustrated. You will go through a bunch of them before you find the right fit. That first one is always the hardest to find. Once you have him, pick his brain for friends/family that would also work. Good luck, and keep at it!

[@MuhammadAli-ev5jc]

is that 50 dollars a week realistic for you down there in DFW? how big is that yard? I am only getting about .005 per sq ft

[@67_PowerStroke]

.005 is a lot. Thats about $90 for a half acre lot. I'm getting roughly half of that.

[@jeanalexandre1105]

Make a long story short grow your business organically

[@surfintheuniverse]

I have not used a 21" mower in the last 11 years, it's the most useless mower you can buy! I would recommend a commercial 32" at least.

[@robertswift6101]

some properties you wont be able to fit that through a gate,,,plus a 32in is 2-3 times more expensive,,,this video here is about starting out and saving money...but a 32in commercial would be nice

[@nemonobody4747]

Thanks for the helpful info.

[@rbeck3200tb40]

Whats a door hanger ?

[@stayeducated3007]

Well Said!!

[@beyondit9030]

great video, very informative

[@greenpea9412]

Fantastic advice.

[@Pantera972]

Yes! Thank you for making another video.

[@blumaxx1]

How about covering getting paid, and not getting screwed???

[@sabu422]

Great Advise

[@clare344]

Very informative and inspirational!

[@bluebird5100]

Great advice.

[@jamesleejr1626]

what best way come up with id of bush?

[@aaronm.3398]

I would break off a branch and bring it to a good nursery and have them tell you what it is.

[@purplewolf8211]

What about the truck?

[@chrislynch265]

Does he have a book

[@jacobbright2078]

is there a way to email you or contact you

[@Multi4204life]

I also offer other services besides mowing.

[@colinettema8445]

is there any way I could email you my lawncare flyer to critque? thanks

[@coldwe]

Colin I used to sell real estate and do a lot of flyer and door knocking. The best advise I ever got was your flyer needs to answer 1 of 3 pains from owner. You either need to be answering how are you saving that homeowner time, pain or money. If your putting a picture of you and just saying call me for your lawn needs, you might as well throw them away. I go knock on doors and have scripts as how I can solve those for people. When I knock on door I try to figure out which of those do homeowner need most. Ex: wife with kids needs time or money. Professional business guy needs time and pain. Elder retired might be pain or money.

[@colinettema8445]

so awnser time, pain, and money? thanks I appreciate it

[@coldwe]

Yes think about what if someone knocked on your door and wanted you to use them for something, what would make you use them? You can always usually answer with money but of course you will work yourself to death and be broke. So you got to show a reason to use you. I see little kids in the house and a stressed mom I usually hit on time. I see a dad with kids and he don't look stressed I talk to him about is he going to the beach with them this summer or is he taking his little buddy fishing? Next you know I got him thinking he wants to spend more time with his boy this summer and he's asking if I could quote him up something. That's time. I never said I was the best yard mower or the cheapest for 100 miles or said I'll do it cheaper than anyone else around. I'm probably not either of those.

[@coldwe]

Sorry I did not see this. Ya

[@coldwe]

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[@garywinthorpe3382]

There is a $15,000 mower shown in thumbnail...just sayin

[@marionavarro6085]

What type of music do you listen to?

[@Dicofol1]

50 $ per week for mowing? I don't know where you live but I think this a bit on the high side, I think 20 $ - 25 $ per week is more realistic...

[@chrisbowman4346]

Dicofole nah, you're just low balling.

[@thomashorner7982]

You don’t have the right mindset. I got 200$ mow job it’s possible. You have to keep the mindset that I have to get what I’m worth. The property I did was house out in a small wooded area. The guy had a 3acre field. The field took me 2hours. 50$ per hour since it was large area. Plus 100$ for initial mow. You have to have confidence, show them you mean business, and be able to provide them with best quality service. That landed me another customer for fall. Property had 25 oak trees in the front. Blew them to the curb easy day job for 560$. Know your worth and don’t flatline. Keep working hard you’ll get what your worth!

[@ranstan4557]

help

[@georgiaboy6426]

Thank you for the encouragement.

[@iwanttoseemrshow]

This guy's the Elon Musk of Lawn Care

[@carlingskie2]

Everything he said is true.

[@jeanalexandre1105]

Grow your business organically

[@paradiseyardcare845]

excellent video, i used this formula when I started and i'm content with my rate of growth. One tip is to focus on quality service and getting excellent reviews via google, yelp etc. People love seeing 5 star reviews. If you get a really greatful Customer simply ask for a review. A good online reputation will do wonders for your business.

[@ndleinahaystack]

I'm in NJ and people are cheap as shit with the way the market is saturated with all of the company's in this state. It's like pulling teeth to get people to pay $50.00 a week.

[@robertswift6101]

yep competition is tough and people dont have the money or want to pay when you have low ballers doing it for next to nothing,,yes they wont last in this business but every year there are just as many new low ballers also year after year it seems

[@ericvidal440]

Dont spend all the 6 thousand dollars at once , start small take your time to build up ,

[@j.johnson6548]

Everything he's saying is true.. don't get stuff you dont need yet because it only leads to procrastination.. Focus on sales and account acquisitions 1st before you even think about getting a mower

[@topygaming1756]

can i get a free mower atv

[@CraigsCuts]

...And please explain to us in what area of this world can a person with a push mower that just started their business with no experience and probably does not even know how to stripe a lawn go tell someone that they are charging them $50 a cut for a 2000 to 4000 square-foot lot? Let’s be real.

[@brickgoon]

Hahaha sht. I do a 1/2 acre for $50 . 2,000 sq ft for 50 bucks is a robbery in progress

[@triumphovertragedy7860]

Lol. Pretty funny.. if you wanna be "brave". Lol. Go knock on doors.

[@triumphovertragedy7860]

Thanks for the great info good sir!!

[@ranstan4557]

you dont know what you talking about. you need professsional hep

[@temujinkhan6326]

If your asking this question then you don't have a business sense to become big. It also means you know nothing about lawn maintenance.

[@MegaLeonardo1963]

Don’t completely agree

[@visionlawncareandmaintenan1376]

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