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Car problem HELP!!
Started this discussion. Last reply by Darren McSorley Oct 26, 2012. 3 Replies 0 Likes
I know its not a typical topic for the site but i hope there is someone who can help me out.I have bought a car vw polo and the steering got extremely heavy I looked under the car and there was…Continue
Power washing
Started this discussion. Last reply by William Moody Feb 12. 15 Replies 0 Likes
I'm looking for some recommendations for a power washer that cleans block paving?I currently use a power hoes (170 bar) and use that for rigid paving but I have been getting requests for monoblock…Continue
Garden maintenance / landscaping software
Started this discussion. Last reply by Julius Bell Jul 27, 2012. 7 Replies 0 Likes
I am looking to invest in some sort of software that will help me stream line my business in any way. I have not started trading as yet so any advice from people who have found out the best way to…Continue
Fake grass
Started this discussion. Last reply by Joe Batty Jul 21, 2012. 6 Replies 0 Likes
I was wondering if any one could tell me if it would be worth my time advertising fake lawns? I'm starting my business in 4 weeks so would appreciate any advise.
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Darren McSorley commented on Michael Baker's photo
Photo uploaded on October 26, 2012
"Looks like a fantastic bit of work mate. Any advice on how to get to that level of workmanship? I'm going self employed next year for garden maintenance but long term goal is to be able to provide patios ect. Been to college know the basics but…"
Darren McSorley replied to Darren McSorley's discussion Car problem HELP!!"Well lads thanks for the advice you's are spot on it was the power steering pump had fallen off due to poor workmanship! The guy had a look and says he has the parts to fix it and will do it for £50 to £100
My new worry now is that…"
Benjamin O'Neill replied to Darren McSorley's discussion Car problem HELP!!"hi darren need picks mate i could help but need more information does sound like the belt has gone but you mention somethink else hanging down unless you have pics i could not say, any hows advise not driving it as you will only damage the sterring…"
Darren McSorley posted a discussionCar problem HELP!!
I know its not a typical topic for the site but i hope there is someone who can help me out.I have bought a car vw polo and the steering got extremely heavy I looked under the car and there was something hanging Along with a belt of some sort? If there is anyone who could aged a bit if light on what it might be would be grate
PRO MemberRowly Hill replied to Darren McSorley's discussion Power washing
"Did you do the search Darren?
Did you find useful information aplenty?
The search facility is fantastic - a wealth of information from past enquiries ready for the taking to be found on the home page...under the banner -
Please do a custom…"
PRO MemberMick Gammage replied to Darren McSorley's discussion Power washing
"Duncan just so you are aware and I hope he does not mind me saying but Mark is a moderator on the paving expert forum and I have been an active member there for quite a few years
we all know Tony from paving expert very well in fact I was sat…"
PRO MemberIan @ Red Barrow East Sussex replied to Darren McSorley's discussion Power washing
"More useful info from this page..
http://www.pavingexpert.com/powrwash.htm
As mentioned, seems keeping the lance at 30 degs from the horizontal is key."
Darren McSorley replied to Chris Auld's discussion What do you think of these flyers?"good flyer! i am looking to hit about 10,000 flyers per month (500 per day) start at 6 and Finnish at about 11:00. I am starting from the ground up just now so i am looking to maximize success rate!
my outlook on…"
mark harris replied to Darren McSorley's discussion Power washing"Top advice from mick gammage,a first class tradesman who know right from wrong,
To many people seam to know about the paving industry with very little if any practical skills,leave paving to the paving contractors "
PRO MemberMick Gammage replied to Darren McSorley's discussion Power washing
"you can power wash the paving no problem Darren but before allowing vehicles back on the paving make sure all the joints are filled with kiln dried sand
the main manufacturers of block paving in the UK advise to hold the lance at a 30 degree angle,…"
Darren McSorley replied to Darren McSorley's discussion Power washing"Mick u seem to know the score! If you are not the one who installed the paving (as in my case) how would u asses it to see if it's fit for power washing?
Cheers."
PRO MemberMick Gammage replied to Darren McSorley's discussion Power washing
"bye Duncan don't forget to close the door on your way out and hopefully in your new industry you will not continue to post misinformation like you have posted on this threadwe do this for a living not some fill in job in between cutting…"
Darren McSorley replied to Darren McSorley's discussion Power washing"I am pritty new to the game but would not risk it for a biscuit due to lack of experiance! Don't mind slabs 600x900 ect ect but I draw the line at block paving. Thanks anyways"
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- McSorley Garden Care
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- 07803535018
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- Mcsorleygardencare@gmail.com
- About your business
- Awrite LJN members. I am 26 from Glasgow and I am setting up my own garden maintenance business in February 2013.
I am currently working with the princes trust & business gateway to gain funding and support. I have been aiming for this for the past 3 years. I have since then archived my drivers licence 2 seasons doing maintenance and I
have got my city& guilds level 2 in hard landscape garden construction and svq level 3 brick laying.
And tips advice or even a general chat is welcome!
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Advice on when to start up
Posted on September 15, 2012 at 12:30 5 Comments 1 Like
Well people I have a problem! I am going to start up a garden maintenance business with additional servicies such as hard landscaping (fencing, decking,paths &patios,turfing,) the money is in place ect but its the end of the growing season so I'm looking for some advice on weather I should wait till feb/ march to kick off my advertisement or if I should just dive in and see what response I get. Any tips or advice would be grate.
Need some feed back on running costs
Posted on June 10, 2012 at 20:26 6 Comments 0 Likes
I am starting up a landscape & garden maintenance business (later than I would have liked) and I am working on my business plan to access funding and also to give my business a fighting chance. I have been working on what my running costs might be (per month) and this is what I have came up with so any information would be welcome as I am new to this business planning as was every one at some stage.
Insurance - £250.00
Petrol/oil - £120.00
Advertisement - £150.00 -… Continue
Insurance - £250.00
Petrol/oil - £120.00
Advertisement - £150.00 -… Continue
Comment Wall (2 comments)
- At 20:26 on May 13, 2012,
MicB said… Hi Darren
Nice to hear a compliment on the website - it still needs a lot of work but if gives the right impression I hope. I designed it myself as I had a little bit of experience but not much! think it shows. Totally understand how daunting it is.
We have advertised through local news where we're the only gardeners but the biggest form of advertising has been through leafleting. We've done this ourselves to keep costs down but have gone for a professional leaflet to emphasize the professionalism of our business. You need to get loads out to get your name out. We use a printing company called saxoprint.com. They're based in Germany and are a lot cheaper but brilliant quality.
Hope that helps and good luck!
- At 22:48 on May 7, 2012,
PRO MemberRich AGS said… give me a ring for a chat mate
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