Tag: lawn equipment

Business

Things to consider before turning over equipment

There is no shortage of to-dos for landscape contractors preparing for a new season, especially when turning over leased or old equipment. Making the right decision for a business when it comes time to replace equipment in a mower fleet goes beyond simply comparing the sticker price of new units.

December 28, 2018

Business

Former inmate forms his own landscaping business

After serving prison time for insider trading, Eric Majors had a hard time finding a job. Majors started a landscaping business and one year it is thriving!

October 4, 2017

Business

How to properly prep lawn equipment for winter

Just as cars require preparation for the winter months, lawn mowers and other lawn equipment do too. To increase the usable life and efficiency of lawn equipment, winterizing is essential. However, you do not necessarily need to take your equipment to a service shop. This step-by-step process explains how to winterize lawn equipment. Winterizing involves […]

December 23, 2014

Business

World Demand for Lawn Equipment to Grow to $20 Billion by 2017

The worldwide demand for power lawn and garden equipment is the rise. According to a recent study from The Freedonia Group, the demand of lawn equipment is forecasted to rise more than four percent per year through 2017 to more than $20 billion.

April 29, 2014

Business

Deere Redesigns Online Parts Store to Include Landscaping Equipment

John Deere has redesigned its Green Farm Parts online store to include a variety of new products, including landscaping and construction equipment.

September 18, 2013

Lawn maintenance

How to avoid 3 summer lawn diseases

All lawn diseases have their peak seasons, and some in particular are more prone to show during the summer months. Let’s take a look at three in particular that you might be seeing more as the weather starts to warm.

June 4, 2013

Business

Unique Landscaping Company Receives Large Donation

One unique landscaping company is getting a little extra support in one community. Chesapeake Energy recently donated two pickup trucks to the Salvation Army’s Socially Responsible Landscaping Management Company, according to CBS DFW.

May 31, 2013

Design-Build

Recycling Equipment Easier Than You Might Think

Landscapers across the country are implementing new ways in commercial and residential properties to “go green.”

March 13, 2013

Business

Going Green with Lawn Care

The Ozark Empire Fairgrounds E-Plex was filled Saturday with vendors putting greenery at the forefront at the annual Lawn and Garden Show.

February 19, 2013