"As i understand it the spec you mention above is only needed if the ground tends to get water logged or is very sandy and light.
Otherwise 50mm MOT as a maximum and 1" of sharp sand is more than sufficient for most domestic jobs. Some…"
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Artificial grass installation
Started this discussion. Last reply by Anthony @ JDC Maintenance Apr 21. 1 Reply 0 Likes
Hey guys I'm wondering if you can help me.I've had several requests for artificial lawn installations. I'm quite happy to install it as it seems very straight forward. The one question I do have is…Continue
From little acorns a mighty tree grows!
Started this discussion. Last reply by Tony Goodridge Jan 15. 18 Replies 1 Like
A common phrase that im sure you all know and this is the direction my small business is heading. I started off 3.5 years ago as a one man band and i have now managed to grow the business to a five…Continue
New tools
Started this discussion. Last reply by Dan Frazer Gardening Nov 10, 2012. 4 Replies 0 Likes
I am looking for a supplier of good quality hand tools as we seem to have run out of forks! I was thinking of investing in bulldog tools but wondered if there is a better alternative?
Looking for quality staff
Started this discussion. Last reply by Tony Goodridge Mar 6, 2012. 1 Reply 0 Likes
Hey everyone,My business is getting to a crucial stage now, i have myself and another gardener doing a full time round as well as using an apprentice, however we ar also getting a large influx of…Continue
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PRO MemberAnthony @ JDC Maintenance replied to Tony Goodridge's discussion Artificial grass installation
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Artificial grass installation
Hey guys I'm wondering if you can help me.I've had several requests for artificial lawn installations. I'm quite happy to install it as it seems very straight forward. The one question I do have is do any of you know the most economical method of installing the sub base?I was planning on a 75mm layer of clean 20mm stone followed by a blinding of 20mm sharp sand. I would like to use 6mm granite to dust as it compacts harder and drains better but we are in east Devon and I cannot find a supplier.…See More
PRO MemberTony Goodridge replied to Landscape Juice's discussion Phasing in price increases and staying in control
"Fantastic post Phil! Well done! This is very similar to what I did and its working well. I will have a go at making the list too."
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"Writing an article for a magazine with a modern twist involving apps, websites and blogs. A change from the general spring articles."
PRO MemberTony Goodridge replied to Kevin Barnett's discussion 'Garden Designer' an unecessary overhead to the landscape build contractor
"Hi Kevin I think that the reason no one has replied is that it's a bit of a no brainer! There are varying degrees of talents within the industry, some landscapers do their own designs, some work with designers, some don't work to a…"
PRO MemberTony Goodridge replied to A D Landscapes's discussion Time managment
"I feel your pain! I am terrible with time management but it really is about being strict. One strategy that works well for many is to operate a four day week with the 5th day purely for admin. If you are as ambitious as you say you are then the next…"
PRO MemberTony Goodridge replied to Jeremy Bevan's discussion Limestone setts - 'slipperiness' problem
"I am actually suffering a similar problem with what sounds like the same products, laid before they purchased the property, although in this case it's the path that leads up to the house and a crazy 1 in 3 ramp that leads down to the lower…"
PRO MemberTony Goodridge replied to Phil Voice's discussion Today's activities
"Today myself and two of my guys were sat around a table, laptop in front if each of us. One was sharpening up the website the other was putting together all health and safety documents and risk assessment and I was contacting potential new…"
PRO MemberTony Goodridge replied to Tony Goodridge's discussion From little acorns a mighty tree grows!
"I understand nick, my email is info@tglandscapes.co.uk I'm basically trying to get as many ideas as I can as to what is deemed reasonable in this day and age"
PRO MemberNick @ NM Garden Services Ltd replied to Tony Goodridge's discussion From little acorns a mighty tree grows!
"I'm afraid I won't discuss rates in public. I'm happy to discuss over telephone or email if you want me to."
PRO MemberTony Goodridge replied to Tony Goodridge's discussion From little acorns a mighty tree grows!
"Nick and Paul, what were your rates before you registered? Just curious."
Paul Hermon - Green & Gorgeous replied to Tony Goodridge's discussion From little acorns a mighty tree grows!"Ditto to Nick. We didn't lose a single client and most of them are still on board now years afterwards. Good luck with it. Size has it's own benefits and opportunities, so make the most of them and you'll be fine."
PRO MemberNick @ NM Garden Services Ltd replied to Tony Goodridge's discussion From little acorns a mighty tree grows!
"When I registered for Vat some years ago I lost zero clients. Everyone (about 50 regulars) except one paid the extra 17.5% and I absorbed it for the first year and the increased it so it was in line with everyone else.
I have never looked back…"
PRO MemberTony Goodridge replied to Tony Goodridge's discussion From little acorns a mighty tree grows!
"Gary, again thank you for some very sensible tips! When doing landscaping projects its much easier to do that and that's exactly what I already do. With regards to my maintenance customers I am going to set a day rate breaking it down to…"
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The woes of success!
Posted on July 25, 2012 at 23:09 1 Comment 0 Likes
Hey all I am hoping you are all as flat out as we are now that summer is finally here! After three years of keeping small I have decided to expand my business. I have taken on a gardener who I feel is a good guy and has good knowledge although no certified horticultural training. He has taken over my garden maintenance round for me so I can concentrate on getting bigger projects. Unfortunately one of my customers has already moaned after his first visit. I'm wondering if I've made a mistake or… Continue
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