Grass needs mowing. In warm climates this means year-round work. In the north, work is available spring, summer and fall. You will need a reliable lawn mower, an edger, a spreader, hoses, sprayers, weed whacker, rake and hedge trimmer. The trick is efficiency – trimming a lawn well in a short amount of time can double your profits.

Rates vary depending upon the area in which you live, the size of the lawn and whether it’s flat or hilly. To figure out what you should charge, figure from $35 to $60 per hour.

Try a few lawns and see how long it takes. As you become experienced you’ll be able to calculate a price on the spot. Of course many customers will be on a monthly maintenance schedule.

Referrals are the best way to make a buck. To pull in new customers, offer a one-time introductory discount, going door-to-door with a flayer and business card. You offer a special rate for a contract on a yearly basis is another way to ensure steady work.

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