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Lawn Mowing Services: Setting up a Lawn Mowing Business

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April 8, 2019 by Home Jobs By Mom
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While setting up and running a lawn mowing services business might seem easy, it's the entrepreneurs who put effort into planning, preparation, and research that start up smoothly and end up running their businesses successfully.

Let's take a look at some of the things that must be considered before you can set up your lawn mowing services business.

Lawn Mowing Services Market Research

Make sure you've done your research into the market and know who your competition is and who your typical customers will be.

Don't let competition be a negative issue. Remember it's nothing excellent customer service can't fix!

Lawn Mowing Services Business Plan

It's essential to have a business plan drawn up before you embark on your new venture. You need to know exactly what it's that you're aiming for so you can reach that goal.

Your business plan doesn't need to be complicated. Nevertheless, it's a critical report for getting your thoughts and research down in one place. It helps you set goals and prove to others the viability of your business.

Employees


Consider the type of people you want working for you. Have more than one interview and make sure you obtain good quality references before making any offers.

It's important to ensure you have a team that will work well together and who all have the same objectives in mind. Previous experience and knowledge of the industry is always a huge plus!

Financial Discipline

It’s A MUST that the financial aspects of the business are in place before commencing work. It’s always a good idea to hire a qualified bookkeeper that can manage your finances and make sure your tax commitments are met.

You need to understand the expected and actual income and expenditure at all times and must know how to budget accordingly.

Marketing and Advertising for Lawn Mowing Services

An effort needs to be made for your business to be seen and heard. Effective marketing and advertising procedures should be in place with targets to reach.

The more you work at advertising and marketing your business effectively the more your business will grow!

Equipment for Lawn Mowing Services


To be competitive and deliver a high standard of service, you'll need to do your research into equipment that you'll need to get the job done and done well.

There is no point in buying old second-hand equipment if it's not going to last long or do a good enough job. What you put in is what you get out at the end of the day.

Lawn Mowing Services Logo and Slogan

This helps establish your brand and gives you a great first impression. Choose something that is catchy and memorable and yet professional in sound and appearance.

It’s always a good idea to hire a professional to help with the design and layout of your company logo.

Price List for Lawn Mowing Services

You’ll need to have a price list in place by the time you open your doors for business.

Make your prices competitive and reasonable, as you'll need to get your foot in the door. However, don't price your services too low either, it'll only ruin the viability of your business to make a profit in the long haul.

Determination and a Positive Attitude

Without determination and a positive attitude, your business will not become what you envision it to be.

Go into it with knowledge of what hurdles you might face and what obstacles you will probably have to go around but stay positive and determined to succeed.

Lawn Mowing Services: Setting up a Lawn Mowing Business

Lawn Mowing services are a perfect set up that can be easily operated from home. They require no additional ‘business locations' that often require extra rent saving you money!

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  1. Alice Carroll

    February 17, 2021 at 1:38 am

    I agree that having a price list for lawn mowing services would surely help me out significantly when choosing one. I might need such services soon because I have no idea how to deal with the weed problem in my garden. Perhaps fully overhauling the landscaping would be a good idea.

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    • Home Jobs By Mom

      February 26, 2021 at 4:45 pm

      Sounds like some lawn mowing services are in your future 😉

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  2. Sandy Klocinski

    June 10, 2019 at 12:07 pm

    Those that prepare thoughtfully and approach the development of their business carefully, increase their chances of success tenfold. Those that thought it was easy often don’t last. Customer service is everything.

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    • Home Jobs By Mom

      July 8, 2019 at 4:33 pm

      Carefully planned things always end up better I think – no matter what it is. Winging it rarely works. And, yes, customer service is SO important. I wish some businesses realized that.

      Reply

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