This may sound stupid and arrogant, but when no one else is willing to do it, I jump in the truck and go out and do it! I will take on anything that I can handle, and if I can't, I will ask the client of they can wait until the morning. If that is a no I tell them I am sorry, I wish you all the best.
I made sure I got myself a reliable 4X4 truck, winter tires, warm warm warm winter boots, waterproof gloves and long underwear. I will ask my top guy once if he wants the work and if he says no or doesn't respond within 30-40 mins, I am in the truck down the snowy, cold road.
I pride myself on doing the things other companies say no to and this is no exception.
