Contractors' Corner, Rick Cuddihe

Turn the Mid-Summer Slump Into a Money-Making Opportunity

These four categories will help you with ideas to build some more mid-summer business.
Expectations and Spongebob Squarepants

Expectations and Spongebob Squarepants

Do you train employees or just put them on a lawn mower and expect great results?
Building Trust

Building Trust Between Contractors and Architects

For many landscape construction contractors, working with landscape architects is a regular part of doing business. And even firms that offer in-house design services...
Maurice Dowell is president of Dowco Enterprises

Landscape Leader: Maurice Dowell

Good leadership is a result of growth and experience, according to this successful company president.
Engine Performance Matters

Engine Performance Matters

Here are 6 common operator mistakes that lead to equipment downtime.
Patterns Make Perfect

Mowing Patterns Make Perfect

Turn clients' heads and enhance their property values with artistic mowing patterns.
The Evolving Role of the Account Manager

The Evolving Role of the Account Manager

Review these additional six responsibilities the account manager at your office should have.

Landscape Leader: Brett Lemcke

Future president of NALP learns the importance of building great relationships with both clients and employees from his dad.
Cancellation Penalties

Cancellation Penalties

Do you have a plan in place if a customer cancels your services in the middle of a contract? Do you charge a penalty?...

4 Tips to Connect With Your Customers More Effectively on Facebook

With the new Facebook algorithm changes it is getting harder to stay connected with customers. Here are a few tips to help you connect...
Autonomous Snow Plow

Remote-Operated, Autonomous Industrial Snow Plow Hits The Market

Teleo and Storm Equipment have introduced America’s only remote-operated and autonomous industrial snow plow.
Vulcan

Proposed Tax Break For Government Snow Removal Equipment In CA

California Senate Bill 546 proposes an exemption from the state sales and use tax for public entities purchasing dedicated snow removal vehicles.

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Husqvarna Chainsaws

Husqvarna Launches New Game-Changing Innovation In Chainsaws

The new T542i XP® and 542i XP® chainsaws from Husqvarna feature game changing features and benefits for tree and landscape professionals.
Stumpy

Final Bloom Of Beloved “Stumpy” Cherry Tree Is National News

Stumpy, a scraggly cherry tree who became beloved as a symbol of resilience during the pandemic, is marking its last Spring. Seawall rehabilitation of the Tidal Basin in Washington, D.C. will require its removal in May.
Design-Build Equipment

Get Equipped: Design-Build Equipment

From trenchers to compact track loaders and excavators, this assortment of design-build equipment will help your professional lawn care and landscaping services team get the job done.
Lakeside Landscape Project:

Lakeside Landscape Project: Manitou Watch

Twin Bay Landscaping designs dunegrasses, a boardwalk, and cozy gathering spaces to honor the lake life.