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Craig McGibbon
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  • Welwyn Garden City
  • United Kingdom
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  • Jill Bagnall
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Craig McGibbon's Discussions

Sliding Bi-Fold Patio Doors and DPC Clearance

Started this discussion. Last reply by Clive Dearden Dec 27, 2011. 15 Replies

Hi All,This issue has bugged me for sometime and wanted your thoughts.The clearance between a patio surface and the DPC shall be 150mm minimum.  However with the every increasing popularity of the…Continue

Laying Sandstone Patio over Concrete

Started this discussion. Last reply by John Cooke Dec 19, 2011. 9 Replies

I would like some advice regarding the pros and cons of laying a sandstone patio over concrete foundation.I have designed a terraced garden for a client in London.  There are two large terraces;…Continue

Compost - Your choice?

Started this discussion. Last reply by Craig McGibbon Jun 19, 2011. 9 Replies

Yesterday l was buying some compost for a days planting from a DIY store having failed to make the wholesalers during the week (why don't they open Saturday mornings to!?!) Faced with the vast array…Continue

Does SketchUp influence your designs?

Started this discussion. Last reply by Gaynor Mar 13, 2011. 1 Reply

Hi all, In the last few months after the buzz on LJN l have started to use SketchUp to produce my garden designs; the professional output is impressive for clients, easy to modify and tweek without…Continue

 

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Company name
Craig McGibbon
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Craig
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9 Dunsters Mead, Welwyn Garden City, Hertfordshire AL7 3JW
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07802647995
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http://www.craigmcgibbon.co.uk
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Landscaper, Domestic Garden Maintenance, Garden Designer
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About Me (add information about your business that will help your business be found in search)
Craig believes a garden should enhance your lives; it's an extension of your home where you entertain, play and relax in. A garden is an extension of your home, an investment that adds value and desirability to your home, that is why it is important to have help and advice to make the most of your budget. Craig McGibbon offers Garden Design and Landscaping to help you have a beautiful gardens that meets your needs, desires and expectations. Craig loves to create imaginative garden designs for that small strip of ground between you and the neighbours, that awkward little corner, your neglected front garden or your extensive rear garden. He takes pride in the construction of every element of your garden; whether it is a patio, deck, water feature, pagoda, playhouse, borders or planters so it all looks fabulous and built to stand the test of time. Your garden should not be a burden on your busy lives so Craig always considers minimal maintenance an important aspect. Craig also offers seasonal maintenance and advice to help keep your gardening looking great.

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Craig McGibbon commented on Angelique Robb's photo
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"Nice colours - what's the paving?"
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Craig McGibbon replied to Charles Langford's discussion Business Guru Required
"excellent link Gary"
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Craig McGibbon replied to John www.acegardenservices.co.uk's discussion Post replies on LJN
"John, Sadly l think that for numerous reasons LJN has lost some very key and active members in the last year... we are definitely seeing the effects of this! Craig"
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Craig McGibbon replied to Charles Langford's discussion Business Guru Required
"Hi Charles, I can relate to what your going through - l'm only expanding from 1 man band to having an employee and seeing similar effects that you have described.   Last year l went on a Business Link Course, provided by Hard Hat Business…"
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Craig McGibbon replied to Jenny Bloom's discussion Appeal to the water companies before the deadline
"Hi, Is anyone else concerned about Veolia's wording of the exemption; In particular the use of the word ' soley ' in their statement? "still prohibit householders washing cars or watering the garden with a hose will…"
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Craig McGibbon replied to gary newton's discussion anyone run a maintenance company outside the uk
"Hi Gary, I had a holiday property near Nerja in the Costa Del Sol for a few years. I didn't have a business down there but considered moving there.  My impressions of setting up a business were - The locals don't really have the same…"
May 12
Craig McGibbon replied to Gary's discussion PlanGrid - Blueprints on the iPad (free App)
"wow looks very powerful and a useful tool for large multi contractor projects..."
May 12
Craig McGibbon replied to Michael james Holland's discussion 10% of Invoice price for getting work..???
"Agree with all of the above and would also say he should have made that clear prior to any introductions etc... and were you happy to proceed on that basis. "
May 2
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At 20:26 on December 19, 2011, Craig Nester said…

Great thanks for the add! nothing to report at the minute. Hoping to go on my own as of march next year. Do you run your own buisness now? What services do you provide?

 

At 22:18 on July 30, 2011, maxine tricker said…
Hello, Yes good thanks.. and busy for now.
Checked out your website and facebook... very impressive ! :))
I have got a job you may be interested in.. i'm just about to start design. It's in Biggleswade though... some decking approx 3m x 3m and a large raised planter with seating (probably brickwork of some sort..) let me know if your interested ?)
At 14:36 on February 12, 2011, Brigitt Stevenson said…
It also, brings REAL, Meaning to the word ' TEAMWORK ' !!!
At 19:08 on February 2, 2011, Phil Voice said…

Hi Craig

 

Thanks for the feedback and apologies for the spam:)


I have to admit that I took the easy option and use a catch all approach because of the time involved in weeding out who are already subscribed.

 

Cheers

 

Phil

At 16:58 on December 29, 2010, Craig McGibbon said…
Hi Jacqueline, know the feeling... feeling heightened as doing account and paperwork....
At 16:43 on December 29, 2010, Jacqueline Johnston said…
Thanks for the add Craig.Can't wait for better weather..going a little stir crazy..need to get out there again !
At 21:29 on August 31, 2010, Phil Voice said…
Hi Craig

Welcome to the network. I hope you find the site useful.

Kind regards

Phil Voice
At 17:54 on August 29, 2010, Craig McGibbon said…
Thanks
At 8:35 on August 29, 2010, Bigyin said…
Welcome to LJN Craig. Hope you find it as useful and friendly as the rest of us do.

Craig McGibbon's Blog

The Financial Health Of Your Business

Posted on August 27, 2011 at 8:41 2 Comments

Just how healthy are the finances of your business?

 

Obviously we complete tax returns each year and hopefully we monitor progress through the year but this generally focuses on turnover, expenses and profit.  It doesn't explain how financially healthy your business is.

 

I attended a Business Link Planning for Growth Course; they introduced some calculations you can run to determine the financial health of your business and l felt it would…

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