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Whether you’re handy with some shears and looking to make a bit of extra cash on the side or wanting to turn your green thumbs into a full-time job, a landscaping business can seem an appealing option to many.
If the chance to turn people’s gardens into a place of joy, beauty, and gardens into a place of joy, beauty, and relaxation brings you excitement, landscaping may just be the career path for you.
It can take a lot more than just knowing your pines from your conifers, though, so follow these simple steps to get headed in the right direction.
Investing In The Right Tools
Your tools and business software dictate what you can and cannot offer your important customers, so make sure you choose a varied selection to be able to compete with similar businesses. As you’ll be working outdoors, try to opt for battery-operated tools rather than corded ones. This will give you more freedom to move around and continue working without the fear of coming unplugged.
Tools like an electric cordless hedge trimmer will help you reach the higher parts of bushes, hedges, and trees without worrying about over-extending the wire. Make sure you have the basics such as a lawnmower and shears so you can take on any small task as well as larger projects.
Getting The Right Paperwork
Before you can start improving the look of your neighborhood, you must get the correct paperwork signed and authorized by your local council for you to practice as an above-board business. This will cement your business as legitimate and help if you should apply for any business loans or legal advice in the future.
Planning For The Year
As the season’s change, so will the jobs you’re able to take on. Spring and summer will likely be your busiest months due to the warmer and drier weather, so try to schedule most of your creative work for these seasons as they will be the easiest to work in. Autumn and winter jobs may look more like raking and disposing of leaves or cutting back trees for the colder months.
It’s important to plan for each season so you can keep your budget and profit expectations at a realistic and stable level and stay afloat regardless of the weather.
Grow Your Business
Help more people discover your business by promoting yourself on local online groups or notice boards. Building a portfolio of clients can help your name spread by word of mouth, and the more varied projects you’re able to take on, the more people will reach out!
If you’ve done a complete redesign of a client’s garden, let your work speak for itself! Ask if they would be okay with a small sign with your name, logo, and contact details being placed somewhere passers-by can easily read it.
These steps will help you start your landscaping business off on the right foot, but remember when it comes to garden design and landscaping your creativity and vision can often be the most important aspect!