Are local marketing companies worth hiring to manage your online presence?
We keep getting calls and emails from different companies offering to manage our online presence or do our marketing. In the past we have worked with yelp and with Angi's list. To be honest, I was disappointed with both. Has anyone worked with local companies that help manage your online aspect? If so, has it been a good experience, or is it scammy?Roll call! Meet & introduce yourself to other Green & Exterior Service pros
If you’ve ever thought, “How are other businesses like mine handling this?” you’re in the right place! This space is for Green & Exterior Service pros to connect, compare notes, and talk shop with others who understand the day-to-day realities of running your type of business. 👋 Introduce Yourself Drop a comment and tell us: Your name Business name Industry Years in business Location (City/State/Province) Let us know if you’re joining us for LIVE networking on March 17 (more details below) The more context you share, the better connections you’ll make. 🙌 Pro tip: Search your city or state in the forum to easily find other pros in your area. 📅 Want to connect LIVE? We’re running a pilot to host virtual weekly LIVE Industry Networking starting on March 17, running until April 7. If you’d be interested in joining for the first or following sessions (don’t need to commit to all but you're welcome to join!), make sure to let us know in the comments. 🤝 Culture of this space Think of this forum board like a room full of peers who understand your world. Share what’s working. Ask real questions. Talk through challenges. The goal is to power your success and raise the standard of home service industries together. 💬 Looking for conversation starters? This space works best when conversations are industry-specific and experience-based. You might jump in with something like: “How are other [industry] pros pricing this service right now?” “Is anyone else seeing this shift in their market?” “What’s been working for you when it comes to ____?" 🤔 Why are industries grouped together? We’ve intentionally clustered similar industries to keep conversations active and relevant. These groupings reflect shared business models, operational challenges, and pricing conversations so you can learn from peers who “get it,” even if they’re not in your exact trade. If your question applies to all home service businesses, feel free to post in our broader forum boards. Pro tip: Check out the industry tags to get even more specific Looking forward to seeing this space come to life. 🚀Growing a Business With Purpose: Looking for Your Best Advice
Looking for Advice on Growing My Business With Purpose Hi everyone! My name is Elisha, and I own Mowing With A Purpose Landscaping here in Texas. I started this business with a goal that’s bigger than just cutting grass. I want to provide great service, build lasting relationships with customers, create opportunities for my family, and make a positive impact in my community. I’d love to hear from those of you who’ve been in the home service industry longer: What was the biggest thing that helped you consistently gain new customers? How did you turn first-time customers into loyal, recurring clients? What marketing strategies gave you the best return on your investment? If you could give one piece of advice to someone determined to build a business with integrity and purpose, what would it be? I’m here to learn, grow, and connect with others who believe that success comes from serving people well. Thank you in advance for any tips or wisdom you can share—I truly appreciate this community! — Elisha Owner, Mowing With A Purpose Landscaping
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I'm not 100% sure how to use this platform yet, but I thought we'd introduce ourselves. We are Dillon and Sarah, husband and wife business owners. Dillon brings the vision, and Sarah locks in the steps. We own a lawn care business in Idaho and are expanding into offering landscaping services. We'd love to hear from other business owners! What do you do and where are you located?
Hey guys I am curious about business plans for landscape business.
I just don't know where to begin with building a business plan. I have been in business for 5 years without having one. Now I see why they are so important. I need some advice on where I can go cost-effective is important. I need help building out the plan. Anyone willing to connect and see if you can help me in he right direction.Bryant’s lawn Care services LLC
Hey everyone, I'm Jeremy, owner of Bryant's Lawn Care Services LLC in Eastern North Carolina. I started my business after losing my job during COVID and turned a setback into a growing full-service lawn and property maintenance company. Excited to connect and learn from other service professionals.
How to quote materials accurately and avoid underbidding as a landscaping contractor?
Hey everyone, I’m a small landscaping contractor just starting out to use the jobber and the interface and one of the challenges. Me and my team are having is consistent quoting. Often times we find ourselves going back to clients because we underbid materials and I’m not pleased about it. What is the best way in jobber that you guys find to help quote out jobs? Do you just have a baseline markup on all your materials or do you go different each job?Selective Planting: A Natural Alternative to Insecticides
Not every customer wants insecticides applied to their property, and not everyone is interested in introducing beneficial insects like ladybugs, lacewings, or praying mantises. Fortunately, there is another option that can help reduce pest pressure while adding beauty and functionality to the landscape: Selective Planting. Selective planting involves choosing plants that naturally deter certain pests, attract pollinators, or contribute to a healthier garden ecosystem. While no plant is completely pest-proof, strategic plant selection can help reduce common landscape problems and minimize the need for intervention. For example, peppermint is known for its strong aroma, which may help discourage certain insects and rodents. Lemongrass contains citronella, a natural compound often associated with repelling mosquitoes, Ticks and Fleas. Thyme is a hardy herb that attracts pollinators while helping diversify the landscape. Hostas provide texture, color, and shade tolerance, making them an excellent companion plant in many garden designs. The benefits of selective planting extend beyond pest management. Diverse landscapes are often more resilient to disease, drought, and environmental stress. They also provide habitat and food sources for pollinators such as bees and butterflies, which are essential for healthy ecosystems. As landscapers and gardeners, we often focus on solving problems after they appear. Selective planting encourages us to think proactively by designing landscapes that naturally support plant health and reduce pest pressures before they become major issues. How do you overcome pest and landscape challenges in your region? Do you rely on beneficial insects, selective planting, traditional treatments, or a combination of methods? I'd love to hear what's working in your region.
