{"id":154048,"date":"2026-08-20T10:10:09","date_gmt":"2026-08-20T13:10:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/?p=154048"},"modified":"2026-08-20T16:15:51","modified_gmt":"2026-08-20T19:15:51","slug":"seasonal-income","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/studies\/seasonal-income\/","title":{"rendered":"How Lawn Care Pros Make Seasonal Income Last All Year Long"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As the summer winds down and grass growth begins to slow, lawn care pros are starting to crunch their numbers to plan what the off-season is going to look like.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">With lawn care season entering its final stretch in some regions and Labor Day around the corner, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/\">LawnStarter<\/a> looked at How Lawn Care Pros Make Seasonal Income Last All Year Long.&nbsp;<\/p>    <figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes has-medium-font-size\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Key Insights<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">&nbsp;\u25cf <strong>Regions with longer lawn care seasons<\/strong> <strong>don\u2019t necessarily have the best salaries<\/strong> for lawn care pros. Average annual salaries for landscapers range from $33,520 in Mississippi to $51,200 in Washington, D.C. (Bureau of Labor Statistics).<br>&nbsp;\u25cf While many <strong>additional services offer<\/strong> <strong>higher pay <\/strong>than lawn care, including tree work, hardscaping, and outdoor lighting, this reflects the <strong>higher skill and equipment investment needed<\/strong> for these services.<br>&nbsp;\u25cf The biggest advice for seasonal pros, from fellow pros: <strong>Avoid taking on loans.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Read advice from <strong>real lawn care pros<\/strong> from across the U.S. \u2014 including Shane Fellers (Green Earth Lawn and Snow, Detroit), Anthony Turner (Turner&#8217;s Lawn Care Solutions, Northwest Georgia), and Glenn Staub (GS Lawn Care, Tampa) \u2014 who weigh in on budgeting, off-season gigs, and the services that are and aren&#8217;t worth chasing below.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>Note: This article is for informational purposes only. It is not intended to provide legal, tax, or accounting advice.&nbsp;<\/em><\/p>    <h2 id=\"0-contents\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Contents<\/h2>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><a href=\"#season-length-pay\">Lawn Care Season Length and Pay by State<\/a><\/li>    <li><a href=\"#seasonal-budget\">How to Make a Seasonal Budget Work for the Year<\/a><\/li>    <li><a href=\"#off-season-services\">10 Services to Consider for the Off-Season<\/a><\/li>    <li><a href=\"#time-off\">Make the Most of Your Time Off<\/a><\/li>    <li><a href=\"#ask-the-pros\">Ask the Pros: Surviving the Off-Season<\/a><\/li>    <li><a href=\"#final-thoughts\">Make Seasonal Income Work for You<\/a><\/li> <\/ul>    <h2 id=\"season-length-pay\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Lawn Care Season Length and Pay by State<\/h2>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Across most of the U.S., the typical mowing season is compacted into about 6-8 months, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/studies\/july-busiest-lawn-care-days\/\">peaking in July<\/a>.<\/p>    <h3 id=\"2-monthly-mow-volume-2025\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Monthly Mow Volume (2025)<\/h3>   <div class=\"infogram-embed\" data-id=\"cb7034b0-73bd-4349-9861-6dcab2780e7a\" data-type=\"interactive\" data-title=\"Monthly Mow Volume\"><\/div> <p><script>!function(e,n,i,s){var d=\"InfogramEmbeds\";var o=e.getElementsByTagName(n)[0];if(window[d]&&window[d].initialized)window[d].process&&window[d].process();else if(!e.getElementById(i)){var r=e.createElement(n);r.async=1,r.id=i,r.src=s,o.parentNode.insertBefore(r,o)}}(document,\"script\",\"infogram-async\",\"https:\/\/e.infogram.com\/js\/dist\/embed-loader-min.js\");<\/script><\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">However, lawn care workers in the South and along the Pacific Coast get a few extra months of lawn care work before the grass stops growing.<\/p>    <h3 id=\"3-mowing-season-length-by-state-2025\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Mowing Season Length by State (2025)<\/h3>   <div style=\"position: relative; width: 100%; height: 0px; padding: 94.57% 0px 0px; overflow: hidden; will-change: transform;\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/e.infogram.com\/0b850ee1-1e2f-4c74-b4bd-34a0fb1cc955?src=embed&amp;embed_type=responsive_iframe\" title=\"Mowing Season Length by State (2025)\" allowfullscreen=\"\" allow=\"fullscreen\" style=\"position: absolute; width: 100%; height: 100%; top: 0px; left: 0px; border-width: medium; border-style: none; border-color: currentcolor; border-image: none; padding: 0px; margin: 0px;\"><\/iframe><\/div>    <h3 id=\"4-how-wages-differ-by-location\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">How Wages Differ by Location<\/h3>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), the mean annual wage for landscaping and groundskeeping workers in 2025 was <strong>$42,290<\/strong> \u2014 or <strong>$20.33 per hour<\/strong>. But where you live <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/studies\/lawn-care-costs\/\">impacts overall lawn care costs<\/a> and influences your salary.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For comparison:<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u27a3 <strong>Florida<\/strong> is one of the best states for folks looking to do lawn care work all year long, but the annual mean wage is <strong>$39,110 or $18.80 per hour<\/strong> \u2014 <strong>7.5% below<\/strong> the national mean.&nbsp;<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u27a3 <strong>North Dakota<\/strong> has a short season with intense winters, but BLS reports a mean annual wage of <strong>$43,750 or $21.04 per hour<\/strong> for landscapers and groundskeepers \u2014 <strong>3.5% above<\/strong> the national mean.&nbsp;<\/p>   <div style=\"position: relative; width: 100%; height: 0px; padding: 102% 0px 0px; overflow: hidden; will-change: transform;\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/e.infogram.com\/92cf0875-9b0c-45ce-9110-cbccd4ed1f01?src=embed&amp;embed_type=responsive_iframe\" title=\"Annual Mean Wage of Landscaping and Groundskeeping Workers (2025)\" allowfullscreen=\"\" allow=\"fullscreen\" style=\"position: absolute; width: 100%; height: 100%; top: 0px; left: 0px; border-width: medium; border-style: none; border-color: currentcolor; border-image: none; padding: 0px; margin: 0px;\"><\/iframe><\/div>    <h2 id=\"seasonal-budget\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to Make a Seasonal Budget Work for the Year<\/h2>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Earning $33,520 (<em>Mississippi<\/em>) to $51,200 (<em>Washington, D.C.<\/em>) within about 6-8 months sounds great until you need to figure out how to stretch it across 12 months.&nbsp;<\/p>    <h3 id=\"6-map-your-cash-flow\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Map Your Cash Flow<\/h3>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Track your<\/p>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><strong>Monthly revenue:<\/strong> Pull at least 12 months of past invoices or bank deposits and plot them by month.<\/li> <\/ul>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><strong>Operating expenses:<\/strong> Gas, equipment, loan payments, worker salaries (including your own), insurance, software\/subscriptions, and any other business expenses like payroll, workers\u2019 comp, and paying CPAs.&nbsp;<\/li> <\/ul>    <h3 id=\"7-pay-yourself-and-resist-spending-surplus\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Pay Yourself and Resist Spending Surplus<\/h3>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Treat yourself like an employee<\/strong> and allocate a fixed monthly salary to avoid overspending during peak months and keep financial management simple throughout the year.&nbsp;<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u201cThe biggest thing is not treating every dollar in the business account as available spending money,\u201d says Anthony Turner of Turner\u2019s Lawn Care Solutions LLC in Northwest Georgia. \u201cDuring the busy season, set money aside for taxes, build a winter cash reserve, and keep owner draws controlled.\u201d<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In the U.S., the average small business can only survive about <a href=\"https:\/\/www.jpmorganchase.com\/institute\/all-topics\/business-growth-and-entrepreneurship\/insight-cash-is-king\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">27 days without cash inflow<\/a> before their savings dry up, according to JPMorgan Chase Institute (2015 data). Managing seasonal revenue requires proactive cash flow planning before peak season begins.<\/p>    <h3 id=\"8-build-a-winter-cash-reserve\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Build a Winter Cash Reserve<\/h3>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Financial experts recommend keeping <a href=\"https:\/\/smallbusinessresources.wf.com\/small-business-cash-reserves-tips\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>3 to 6 months<\/strong><\/a><strong> of operating expenses in reserve<\/strong>. For lawn care pros, map out a timeline for when your work typically starts up in the spring and when it tapers down in the fall, and make a plan to save what you need for your business and yourself during that winter gap.&nbsp;<\/p>    <h2 id=\"avoid-equipment-loans-and-high-debt\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Avoid Equipment Loans and High Debt<\/h2>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>\u201cBeing in debt\u201d is the biggest financial mistake some pros make<\/strong>, according to Shane Fellers, owner of Green Earth Lawn and Snow LLC in Detroit.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u201cHaving to make payments during the off-season on equipment or trucks\u2026 I\u2019ve learned it\u2019s better just to save up and just buy what you need. It\u2019s better than having to make payments when you\u2019re not generating as much income.\u201d<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Turner agrees: \u201cIt is easy to add equipment payments, vehicles, and subscriptions when the schedule is full, but those payments are still due when the grass slows down.\u201d<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Fed&#8217;s 2025 Small Business Credit Survey found that nearly 40% of small businesses in the U.S. have <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fedsmallbusiness.org\/reports\/survey\/2025\/2025-report-on-employer-firms?mf_ct_campaign=yahoo-synd-feed&amp;utm_content=syndication\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">over $100,000 in debt<\/a>. Financing new equipment or trucks during peak mowing season can leave you strapped for cash in the wintertime, when you\u2019re least able to make payments.&nbsp;<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If financing is unavoidable, know the terms before you sign. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sba.gov\/loans\/microloans\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Small Business Administration (SBA) microloans<\/a> cap out at $50,000 and generally carry interest rates between 8% and 13%, with a max 6-year repayment term. Compare this against financing offers from dealers and retailers before committing.&nbsp;<\/p>    <h3 id=\"10-don%E2%80%99t-forget-about-taxes\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Don\u2019t Forget About Taxes<\/h3>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Set aside quarterly estimated tax payments<\/strong> and mark them down in your calendar.&nbsp;<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.jacksonhewitt.com\/tax-help\/questions-and-answers\/how-much-should-self-employed-set-aside-for-taxes\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Save 25%\u201330%<\/a> of net profit in a separate account as it comes in, so tax season doesn&#8217;t eat into your winter reserve.<\/p>    <h3 id=\"11-find-spots-to-save\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Find Spots to Save<\/h3>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-industry\/rising-gas-prices-lawn-care-impact-2026\/\"><strong>Save on gas prices<\/strong><\/a><strong> next season<\/strong> by optimizing your route, upgrading to electric equipment (if it fits in your budget \u2014 some localities still offer rebates), and using fuel-saving promotions (cards and apps).&nbsp;<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Buy equipment when it&#8217;s on sale and take advantage of industry discounts like contractor pricing programs or the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lowes.com\/l\/Pro\/pro-benefits\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">MyLowe&#8217;s Pro Rewards Program<\/a>. Search for state and federal incentives on electric equipment with the Department of Energy\u2019s <a href=\"https:\/\/afdc.energy.gov\/laws\/all?state=US\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Alternative Fuels Data Center<\/a>. Your county or city may have additional rebates available.&nbsp;<\/p>    <h2 id=\"off-season-services\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">10 Services to Consider for the Off-Season<\/h2>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Side gigs don\u2019t have to just get you through the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-2\/what-lawn-care-companies-do-in-winter\/\">winter season<\/a>. With the right equipment, training, and, in some cases, certifications, these jobs can expand your service offerings to homeowners throughout the year.&nbsp;<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Off-season gigs can also help with customer retention<\/strong>: Keeping your customers engaged and happy with your non-mowing services ensures they\u2019ll continue to book you for the upcoming lawn care season.&nbsp;<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Before jumping into additional services, make sure they make sense for you and your business.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u201cLeaf cleanups, shrub trimming, mulch, pine straw, and smaller property cleanups fit well because they use equipment and skills we already have,\u201d Turner says.&nbsp;<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For Glenn Staub of GS Lawn Care in Tampa, basic property upkeep \u2014 such as shrub trimming, mulching, and property cleanups \u2014 provides a steady stream of extra revenue: \u201cLeaf removal is a big one around here also. With the trees shedding their leaves, gutter cleaning is definitely needed \u2014 especially in the spring before grass starts growing again.\u201d<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u201cWhat usually does not work is chasing heavily discounted one-time jobs or adding services outside the company\u2019s normal scope simply to stay busy,\u201d Turner says. \u201cRevenue is not useful if the job is not profitable.\u201d<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Note:<\/strong> We listed the equipment needed for each job below, apart from items standard for a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-pros\/lawn-care-equipment-needed\/\">basic lawn care kit<\/a> \u2014 truck, trailer, and personal protective equipment. 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class=\"ls-dollar\">$<\/span>         <span class=\"ls-dollar-empty\">$<\/span>       <\/div>       <div class=\"ls-view-details\">         View details         <span class=\"ls-view-arrow\">\u203a<\/span>       <\/div>     <\/div>     <!-- =====================================================     TREE WORK     ====================================================== -->     <div       class=\"ls-service-card\"       data-service=\"tree\"       tabindex=\"0\"       role=\"button\"       aria-expanded=\"false\"     >       <div class=\"ls-service-icon\">         <svg viewbox=\"0 0 32 32\" aria-hidden=\"true\">           <path d=\"M16 18v10\"\/>           <path d=\"M11 28h10\"\/>           <path d=\"M16 18c-4 0-7-2-7-5 0-2 1-4 4-4 0-4 2-6 4-6s4 2 4 6c3 0 4 2 4 4 0 3-3 5-7 5\"\/>         <\/svg>       <\/div>       <div class=\"ls-service-name\">         Tree Work       <\/div>       <div class=\"ls-service-rating\" aria-label=\"5 out of 5\">         <span class=\"ls-dollar\">$<\/span>         <span class=\"ls-dollar\">$<\/span>         <span class=\"ls-dollar\">$<\/span>         <span class=\"ls-dollar\">$<\/span>         <span class=\"ls-dollar\">$<\/span>       <\/div>       <div class=\"ls-view-details\">         View details         <span class=\"ls-view-arrow\">\u203a<\/span>       <\/div>     <\/div>     <!-- =====================================================     FIREWOOD     ====================================================== -->     <div       class=\"ls-service-card\"       data-service=\"firewood\"       tabindex=\"0\"       role=\"button\"       aria-expanded=\"false\"     >       <div class=\"ls-service-icon\">         <svg viewbox=\"0 0 32 32\" aria-hidden=\"true\">           <path d=\"M16 28c6 0 9-4 9-9 0-5-4-8-6-11 0 4-2 6-4 7 0-5-2-8-4-10 0 6-5 9-5 14 0 5 4 9 10 9Z\"\/>           <path d=\"M13 20c0-2 2-3 3-5 2 2 3 3 3 6 0 2-1 3-3 3s-3-2-3-4Z\"\/>         <\/svg>       <\/div>       <div class=\"ls-service-name\">         Firewood Sales       <\/div>       <div class=\"ls-service-rating\" aria-label=\"1 out of 5\">         <span class=\"ls-dollar\">$<\/span>         <span class=\"ls-dollar-empty\">$<\/span>         <span class=\"ls-dollar-empty\">$<\/span>         <span class=\"ls-dollar-empty\">$<\/span>         <span class=\"ls-dollar-empty\">$<\/span>       <\/div>       <div class=\"ls-view-details\">         View details         <span class=\"ls-view-arrow\">\u203a<\/span>       <\/div>     <\/div>     <!-- =====================================================     GUTTER CLEANING     ====================================================== -->     <div       class=\"ls-service-card\"       data-service=\"gutter\"       tabindex=\"0\"       role=\"button\"       aria-expanded=\"false\"     >       <div class=\"ls-service-icon\">         <svg viewbox=\"0 0 32 32\" aria-hidden=\"true\">           <path d=\"M16 4s-8 9-8 15a8 8 0 0 0 16 0c0-6-8-15-8-15Z\"\/>         <\/svg>       <\/div>       <div class=\"ls-service-name\">         Gutter Cleaning       <\/div>       <div class=\"ls-service-rating\" aria-label=\"2 out of 5\">         <span class=\"ls-dollar\">$<\/span>         <span class=\"ls-dollar\">$<\/span>         <span class=\"ls-dollar-empty\">$<\/span>         <span class=\"ls-dollar-empty\">$<\/span>         <span class=\"ls-dollar-empty\">$<\/span>       <\/div>       <div class=\"ls-view-details\">         View details         <span class=\"ls-view-arrow\">\u203a<\/span>       <\/div>     <\/div>     <!-- =====================================================     HARDSCAPING     ====================================================== -->     <div       class=\"ls-service-card\"       data-service=\"hardscape\"       tabindex=\"0\"       role=\"button\"       aria-expanded=\"false\"     >       <div class=\"ls-service-icon\">         <svg viewbox=\"0 0 32 32\" aria-hidden=\"true\">           <path d=\"m16 5 9 5-9 5-9-5 9-5Z\"\/>           <path d=\"m7 15 9 5 9-5\"\/>           <path d=\"m7 20 9 5 9-5\"\/>           <path d=\"M7 10v10\"\/>           <path d=\"M25 10v10\"\/>         <\/svg>       <\/div>       <div class=\"ls-service-name\">         Hardscaping       <\/div>       <div class=\"ls-service-rating\" aria-label=\"5 out of 5\">         <span class=\"ls-dollar\">$<\/span>         <span class=\"ls-dollar\">$<\/span>         <span class=\"ls-dollar\">$<\/span>         <span class=\"ls-dollar\">$<\/span>         <span class=\"ls-dollar\">$<\/span>       <\/div>       <div class=\"ls-view-details\">         View details         <span class=\"ls-view-arrow\">\u203a<\/span>       <\/div>     <\/div>     <!-- =====================================================     INTERIOR TRADES     ====================================================== -->     <div       class=\"ls-service-card\"       data-service=\"interior\"       tabindex=\"0\"       role=\"button\"       aria-expanded=\"false\"     >       <div class=\"ls-service-icon\">         <svg viewbox=\"0 0 32 32\" aria-hidden=\"true\">           <rect x=\"15\" y=\"5\" width=\"14\" height=\"6\" rx=\"2\" transform=\"rotate(30 22 8)\"\/>           <path d=\"M12 27 21 11\"\/>         <\/svg>       <\/div>       <div class=\"ls-service-name\">         Interior Trades       <\/div>       <div class=\"ls-service-rating\" aria-label=\"2 out of 5\">         <span class=\"ls-dollar\">$<\/span>         <span class=\"ls-dollar\">$<\/span>         <span class=\"ls-dollar-empty\">$<\/span>         <span class=\"ls-dollar-empty\">$<\/span>         <span class=\"ls-dollar-empty\">$<\/span>       <\/div>       <div class=\"ls-view-details\">         View details         <span class=\"ls-view-arrow\">\u203a<\/span>       <\/div>     <\/div>     <!-- =====================================================     HANDYMAN     ====================================================== -->     <div       class=\"ls-service-card\"       data-service=\"handyman\"       tabindex=\"0\"       role=\"button\"       aria-expanded=\"false\"     >       <div class=\"ls-service-icon\">         <svg viewbox=\"0 0 32 32\" aria-hidden=\"true\">           <path d=\"M19 7a6 6 0 0 0-7 7L5 21a3 3 0 0 0 4 4l7-7a6 6 0 0 0 7-7l-4 3-4-4 4-3Z\"\/>           <circle cx=\"8\" cy=\"22\" r=\"1\"\/>         <\/svg>       <\/div>       <div class=\"ls-service-name\">         Handyman Services       <\/div>       <div class=\"ls-service-rating\" aria-label=\"2 out of 5\">         <span class=\"ls-dollar\">$<\/span>         <span class=\"ls-dollar\">$<\/span>         <span class=\"ls-dollar-empty\">$<\/span>         <span class=\"ls-dollar-empty\">$<\/span>         <span class=\"ls-dollar-empty\">$<\/span>       <\/div>       <div class=\"ls-view-details\">         View details         <span class=\"ls-view-arrow\">\u203a<\/span>       <\/div>     <\/div>     <!-- =====================================================     EQUIPMENT REPAIR     ====================================================== -->     <div       class=\"ls-service-card\"       data-service=\"equipment\"       tabindex=\"0\"       role=\"button\"       aria-expanded=\"false\"     >       <div class=\"ls-service-icon\">         <svg viewbox=\"0 0 32 32\" aria-hidden=\"true\">           <path d=\"M13 4h6l1 4 3 2 4-1 2 5-3 3v4l3 3-2 5-4-1-3 2-1 4h-6l-1-4-3-2-4 1-2-5 3-3v-4l-3-3 2-5 4 1 3-2 1-4Z\"\/>           <circle cx=\"16\" cy=\"16\" r=\"4\"\/>         <\/svg>       <\/div>       <div class=\"ls-service-name\">         Equipment Repair       <\/div>       <div class=\"ls-service-rating\" aria-label=\"2 out of 5\">         <span class=\"ls-dollar\">$<\/span>         <span class=\"ls-dollar\">$<\/span>         <span class=\"ls-dollar-empty\">$<\/span>         <span class=\"ls-dollar-empty\">$<\/span>         <span class=\"ls-dollar-empty\">$<\/span>       <\/div>       <div class=\"ls-view-details\">         View details         <span class=\"ls-view-arrow\">\u203a<\/span>       <\/div>     <\/div>   <\/div>   <!-- =======================================================   DETAILS CONTENT   This is kept in normal HTML rather than buried inside   JavaScript, making it much easier to edit in WordPress.   ======================================================== -->   <!-- LEAF DETAILS -->   <div class=\"ls-service-data\" data-content=\"leaf\">     <h3>\ud83c\udf42 Leaf Removal and Fall Yard Clean-up<\/h3>     <p>Leaf removal is a key additional service (with low barriers) for your       customers during fall and spring.     <\/p>     <div class=\"ls-detail-section\">       <h4 class=\"ls-detail-heading\">         Equipment Needed:       <\/h4>       <ul class=\"ls-detail-list\">         <li>Leaf blower<\/li>         <li>Rake<\/li>         <li>Leaf vacuum (optional, can be rented)<\/li>       <\/ul>     <\/div>     <div class=\"ls-detail-section\">       <h4 class=\"ls-detail-heading\">         Permits, Insurance, and Certifications:       <\/h4>       <p>         Your county may require a solid waste hauler permit if doing         commercial work.       <\/p>     <\/div>     <div class=\"ls-detail-section\">       <h4 class=\"ls-detail-heading\">         Average Pay:       <\/h4>       <ul class=\"ls-detail-list\">         <li>           Leaf removal typically costs homeowners about           <a             href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/cost\/leaf-removal-price\/\"             target=\"_blank\"             rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"           >$160 to $290<\/a>           for a standard 1\/4-acre yard.         <\/li>       <\/ul>     <\/div>     <div class=\"ls-pro-tip\">       <strong>Pro Tip:<\/strong>       Offer disposal as an add-on fee if hauling leaves and other debris       offsite.     <\/div>   <\/div>   <!-- SNOW DETAILS -->   <div class=\"ls-service-data\" data-content=\"snow\">     <h3>\ud83c\udf28 Snow Removal<\/h3>     <p>       If you live in a snowy region, adding snow removal services for your       lawn care customers will keep you busy all year long. Looking at       ZipRecruiter and BLS data, snow removal workers make about       <strong>25% more<\/strong> annually than landscaping and groundskeeping       workers.     <\/p>     <div class=\"ls-detail-section\">       <h4 class=\"ls-detail-heading\">         Equipment Needed:       <\/h4>       <ul class=\"ls-detail-list\">         <li>Snowplow or snow blower (can be rented)<\/li>         <li>Heavy-duty shovels<\/li>         <li>Salt\/de-icer spreader (can be rented)<\/li>         <li>Ice melt\/salt<\/li>         <li>Tire chains (optional)<\/li>       <\/ul>     <\/div>     <div class=\"ls-detail-section\">       <h4 class=\"ls-detail-heading\">         Permits, Insurance, and Certifications:       <\/h4>       <p>         Some municipalities require a specific permit for commercial snow         plowing, so check with your local city or county clerk.       <\/p>       <p>         Snow work typically requires a higher liability insurance limit,         especially for commercial contracts. Some states also require a         specific ice-management or snow-removal endorsement on your policy.       <\/p>       <p>         (Optional) Stand out from unlicensed pros by becoming a         <a           href=\"https:\/\/www.sima.org\/getcsp\"           target=\"_blank\"           rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"         >SIMA Certified Snow Professional<\/a>.       <\/p>     <\/div>     <div class=\"ls-detail-section\">       <h4 class=\"ls-detail-heading\">         Average Pay:       <\/h4>       <ul class=\"ls-detail-list\">         <li>           Residential properties:           <strong>$45 to $160 per visit<\/strong> or           <strong>$300 to $1,000<\/strong> for a seasonal contract.         <\/li>         <li>           Commercial lots:           <strong>$100 to $400+ per visit<\/strong> or           <strong>$2,000 to $10,000+<\/strong> for a seasonal contract,           according to           <a             href=\"https:\/\/invoicefly.com\/academy\/snow-removal-cost\/\"             target=\"_blank\"             rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"           >Invoice Fly<\/a>.         <\/li>         <li>           Average annual salary for snow removal (<a             href=\"https:\/\/www.ziprecruiter.com\/Salaries\/Snow-Removal-Salary\"             target=\"_blank\"             rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"           >ZipRecruiter<\/a>):           <strong>$53,009<\/strong>         <\/li>         <li>           Average hourly salary for snow removal (<a             href=\"https:\/\/www.ziprecruiter.com\/Salaries\/Snow-Removal-Salary\"             target=\"_blank\"             rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"           >ZipRecruiter<\/a>):           <strong>$25.49<\/strong>         <\/li>       <\/ul>     <\/div>     <div class=\"ls-pro-tip\">       <strong>Pro Tip:<\/strong>       Let your customers know you offer snow removal services toward the end       of the lawn care season so they keep you in mind when snowflakes begin       to fall.     <\/div>   <\/div>   <!-- LIGHTING DETAILS -->   <div class=\"ls-service-data\" data-content=\"lighting\">     <h3>\ud83c\udf83 Outdoor Lighting and Holiday Decoration \ud83c\udf84<\/h3>     <p>       Looking at ZipRecruiter and BLS data, folks who install Christmas lights       make <strong>33% more<\/strong> annually than landscaping and       groundskeeping workers. Decoration services might also be desired for       other holidays like Halloween, for special events like backyard       weddings, or for general       <a         href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/landscaping\/outdoor-landscape-lighting-ideas\/\"         target=\"_blank\"         rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"       >outdoor landscape lighting projects<\/a>.     <\/p>     <div class=\"ls-detail-section\">       <h4 class=\"ls-detail-heading\">         Equipment Needed:       <\/h4>       <ul class=\"ls-detail-list\">         <li>Extension ladders with stand-offs<\/li>         <li>Safety harnesses<\/li>         <li>Commercial-grade light strands<\/li>         <li>Custom zip cords and male\/female plugs<\/li>         <li>Outdoor timers<\/li>       <\/ul>     <\/div>     <div class=\"ls-detail-section\">       <h4 class=\"ls-detail-heading\">         Permits, Insurance, and Certifications:       <\/h4>       <p>         Confirm your general liability insurance covers working with heights         before booking jobs.       <\/p>       <p>         (Optional) Some pros get bonded as a trust signal even when it&#8217;s not         legally required. Level up your services by completing         <a           href=\"https:\/\/aolpilluminate.org\/certification\/\"           target=\"_blank\"           rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"         >Association of Outdoor Lighting Professionals Certifications<\/a>.       <\/p>     <\/div>     <div class=\"ls-detail-section\">       <h4 class=\"ls-detail-heading\">         Average Pay:       <\/h4>       <ul class=\"ls-detail-list\">         <li>           Homeowners will pay           <a             href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/cost\/landscape-lighting-price\/\"             target=\"_blank\"             rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"           >$2,000 to $4,500<\/a>           for professional landscape lighting installations, depending on           property and roof sizes.         <\/li>         <li>           Average annual salary for Christmas light installation (<a             href=\"https:\/\/www.ziprecruiter.com\/Jobs\/Christmas-Light-Installation\"             target=\"_blank\"             rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"           >ZipRecruiter<\/a>):           <strong>$56,443<\/strong>         <\/li>         <li>           Average hourly salary for Christmas light installation (<a             href=\"https:\/\/www.ziprecruiter.com\/Jobs\/Christmas-Light-Installation\"             target=\"_blank\"             rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"           >ZipRecruiter<\/a>):           <strong>$27.14<\/strong>         <\/li>       <\/ul>     <\/div>     <div class=\"ls-pro-tip\">       <strong>Pro Tip:<\/strong>       Bundle installation, mid-season bulb maintenance, takedown, and       off-season storage into one all-inclusive price.     <\/div>   <\/div>   <!-- TREE DETAILS -->   <div class=\"ls-service-data\" data-content=\"tree\">     <h3>\ud83c\udf33 Tree Work<\/h3>     <p>       Tree trimming and pruning can be great additional services to add to       your current lawn care and landscaping offerings, but they do require       a bit of investment before starting. Looking at BLS data, tree workers       make about <strong>32% more<\/strong> annually than landscaping and       groundskeeping workers.     <\/p>     <div class=\"ls-detail-section\">       <h4 class=\"ls-detail-heading\">         Equipment Needed:       <\/h4>       <ul class=\"ls-detail-list\">         <li>Chainsaws<\/li>         <li>Pole saws<\/li>         <li>Rigging ropes\/pulleys<\/li>         <li>Wood chipper (can be rented)<\/li>         <li>Stump grinder (can be rented)<\/li>         <li>Bucket truck (optional)<\/li>       <\/ul>     <\/div>     <div class=\"ls-detail-section\">       <h4 class=\"ls-detail-heading\">         Permits, Insurance, and Certifications:       <\/h4>       <p>         For tree work, you need to be (or hire) an         <a           href=\"https:\/\/www.isa-arbor.com\/credentials\/types-of-credentials\/isa-certified-arborist\"           target=\"_blank\"           rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"         >ISA Certified Arborist<\/a>.         Many states and municipalities separately require a tree-trimmer or         tree-service business license on top of your standard lawn care         license, and workers&#8217; comp for tree work is rated in a much higher         risk class than landscaping.       <\/p>       <p>         (Optional)         <a           href=\"https:\/\/treecareindustryassociation.org\/business-support\/business-solutions\/accreditation\/\"           target=\"_blank\"           rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"         >TCIA Accreditation<\/a>         is a business-level credential (not just for one pro) that affirms         that your whole company follows safety standards \u2014 a strong trust         signal for bigger jobs.       <\/p>     <\/div>     <div class=\"ls-detail-section\">       <h4 class=\"ls-detail-heading\">         Average Pay:       <\/h4>       <ul class=\"ls-detail-list\">         <li>           Arborists charge about           <a             href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/cost\/arborist-price\/\"             target=\"_blank\"             rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"           >$300 to $1,800<\/a>           per project.         <\/li>         <li>           Mean Annual Wage for Tree Trimmers and Pruners (BLS):           <strong>$55,970<\/strong>         <\/li>         <li>           Mean Hourly Wage for Tree Trimmers and Pruners (BLS):           <strong>$26.91<\/strong>         <\/li>       <\/ul>     <\/div>     <div class=\"ls-pro-tip\">       <strong>Pro Tip:<\/strong>       <a         href=\"https:\/\/www.arborday.org\/perspectives\/arborist-advice-why-should-you-prune-your-trees-during-dormant-season\"         target=\"_blank\"         rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"       >Winter dormant pruning<\/a>       (when trees have dropped their leaves) lets you see branch structure       clearly, reduces stress on the tree since       it isn&#8217;t actively growing, and lowers the risk of spreading disease or       attracting pests compared to pruning cuts made during the growing       season.     <\/div>   <\/div>   <!-- FIREWOOD DETAILS -->   <div class=\"ls-service-data\" data-content=\"firewood\">     <h3>\ud83e\udeb5 Firewood Sales<\/h3>     <p>       Firewood is a natural add-on for pros already doing tree work or fall       cleanups.     <\/p>     <p>       If you want to crunch the numbers for yourself, the University of       Maryland has a helpful       <a         href=\"https:\/\/extension.umd.edu\/resource\/enterprise-budget-firewood-business-ebr-43\/\"         target=\"_blank\"         rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"       >Enterprise Budget for a Family Firewood Business<\/a>.     <\/p>     <div class=\"ls-detail-section\">       <h4 class=\"ls-detail-heading\">         Equipment Needed:       <\/h4>       <ul class=\"ls-detail-list\">         <li>Hydraulic log splitter (can be rented)<\/li>         <li>Chainsaws<\/li>         <li>Splitting mauls<\/li>         <li>Moisture meter<\/li>         <li>Stacking racks<\/li>       <\/ul>     <\/div>     <div class=\"ls-detail-section\">       <h4 class=\"ls-detail-heading\">         Permits, Insurance, and Certifications:       <\/h4>       <p>         Check local zoning before stockpiling: Some municipalities restrict         outdoor wood storage\/processing to certain property types. Also         check your state agriculture department&#8217;s firewood rules before         sourcing wood from outside your immediate area.       <\/p>     <\/div>     <div class=\"ls-detail-section\">       <h4 class=\"ls-detail-heading\">         Average Pay:       <\/h4>       <ul class=\"ls-detail-list\">         <li>           Homeowners typically pay           <a             href=\"https:\/\/flatheadfathernson.com\/how-much-does-a-cord-of-firewood-cost\/\"             target=\"_blank\"             rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"           >$150 to $500 per cord<\/a>           of hardwood, depending on wood type.         <\/li>       <\/ul>     <\/div>     <div class=\"ls-pro-tip\">       <strong>Pro Tip:<\/strong>       Monetize wood waste generated from fall tree trimming jobs by       seasoning it for the following winter.     <\/div>   <\/div>   <!-- GUTTER DETAILS -->   <div class=\"ls-service-data\" data-content=\"gutter\">     <h3>\ud83c\udfe1 Gutter Cleaning<\/h3>     <p>       Looking at ZipRecruiter and BLS data, gutter cleaners make about       <strong>14% more<\/strong> annually than landscaping and groundskeeping       workers.     <\/p>     <div class=\"ls-detail-section\">       <h4 class=\"ls-detail-heading\">         Equipment Needed:       <\/h4>       <ul class=\"ls-detail-list\">         <li>Extension ladders with stand-offs<\/li>         <li>Safety harnesses<\/li>         <li>Gutter scoops\/tongs<\/li>         <li>Pressure washer (can be rented)<\/li>         <li>Leaf blower extension<\/li>         <li>Buckets\/trash bags<\/li>       <\/ul>     <\/div>     <div class=\"ls-detail-section\">       <h4 class=\"ls-detail-heading\">         Permits, Insurance, and Certifications:       <\/h4>       <p>         Confirm your general liability insurance covers working at heights         before booking jobs.       <\/p>     <\/div>     <div class=\"ls-detail-section\">       <h4 class=\"ls-detail-heading\">         Average Pay:       <\/h4>       <ul class=\"ls-detail-list\">         <li>           Homeowners typically pay           <a             href=\"https:\/\/www.housecallpro.com\/resources\/gutter-cleaning-prices\/\"             target=\"_blank\"             rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"           >$100 to $400+<\/a>           per visit.         <\/li>         <li>           Average annual salary for gutter cleaners (<a             href=\"https:\/\/www.ziprecruiter.com\/Salaries\/Gutter-Cleaner-Salary\"             target=\"_blank\"             rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"           >ZipRecruiter<\/a>):           <strong>$48,110<\/strong>         <\/li>         <li>           Average hourly salary for gutter cleaners (<a             href=\"https:\/\/www.ziprecruiter.com\/Salaries\/Gutter-Cleaner-Salary\"             target=\"_blank\"             rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"           >ZipRecruiter<\/a>):           <strong>$23.13<\/strong>         <\/li>       <\/ul>     <\/div>     <div class=\"ls-pro-tip\">       <strong>Pro Tip:<\/strong>       Consider a ground-based gutter vacuum system instead of ladder work.       Beyond the safety upside, insurers price it dramatically lower since       you don&#8217;t need to climb on the roof. One operator reported general       liability dropping from       <a         href=\"https:\/\/www.gutterprovac.com\/blogs\/gutterprovac-blogs\/start-gutter-cleaning-business-guide\"         target=\"_blank\"         rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"       >$3,800 to $1,200 per year<\/a>       and workers&#8217; comp from $4,200 to $1,100 per year after switching from       ladder crews to vacuum systems.     <\/div>   <\/div>   <!-- HARDSCAPING DETAILS -->   <div class=\"ls-service-data\" data-content=\"hardscape\">     <h3>\ud83e\uddf1 Hardscaping<\/h3>     <p>       Looking at ZipRecruiter and BLS data, hardscapers make about       <strong>18% more<\/strong> annually than landscaping and groundskeeping       workers.     <\/p>     <div class=\"ls-detail-section\">       <h4 class=\"ls-detail-heading\">         Equipment Needed:       <\/h4>       <ul class=\"ls-detail-list\">         <li>Plate compactor (can be rented)<\/li>         <li>Masonry saw with diamond blade<\/li>         <li>Mini-excavator\/skid steer (optional, can be rented)<\/li>         <li>Laser level<\/li>         <li>Hand tools (mallets, stone splitters, chisels)<\/li>       <\/ul>     <\/div>     <div class=\"ls-detail-section\">       <h4 class=\"ls-detail-heading\">         Permits, Insurance, and Certifications:       <\/h4>       <p>         Some states require a specific landscaping\/hardscape contractor         license for this work, so check your state contractor licensing         board before bidding larger projects.       <\/p>       <p>         Certain projects like retaining walls may need a building permit         and sometimes an engineer&#8217;s approval.       <\/p>       <p>         (Optional) Become a         <a           href=\"https:\/\/www.cmha.org\/education-certification\/certified-concrete-paver-installer\/\"           target=\"_blank\"           rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"         >Certified Concrete Paver Installer<\/a>         and\/or become a         <a           href=\"https:\/\/www.cmha.org\/education-certification\/certifications\/basic-srw-installer-certificate\/\"           target=\"_blank\"           rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"         >Certified Segmental Retaining Wall (SRW) Installer<\/a>.       <\/p>     <\/div>     <div class=\"ls-detail-section\">       <h4 class=\"ls-detail-heading\">         Average Pay:       <\/h4>       <ul class=\"ls-detail-list\">         <li>           Homeowners typically pay           <a             href=\"https:\/\/www.angi.com\/articles\/what-rule-thumb-labor-cost-vs-material-cost-hardscape-projects.htm\"             target=\"_blank\"             rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\"           >$5,000 to $18,000+<\/a>           per project.         <\/li>         <li>           Average annual salary for hardscapers (<a             href=\"https:\/\/www.ziprecruiter.com\/Salaries\/Hardscape-Salary\"             target=\"_blank\"             rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"           >ZipRecruiter<\/a>):           <strong>$49,686<\/strong>         <\/li>         <li>           Average hourly salary for hardscapers (<a             href=\"https:\/\/www.ziprecruiter.com\/Salaries\/Hardscape-Salary\"             target=\"_blank\"             rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"           >ZipRecruiter<\/a>):           <strong>$23.89<\/strong>         <\/li>       <\/ul>     <\/div>     <div class=\"ls-pro-tip\">       <strong>Pro Tip:<\/strong>       Combine your hardscaping and landscaping expertise by offering full       outdoor living packages, like patio designs with incorporated planting       beds.     <\/div>   <\/div>   <!-- INTERIOR DETAILS -->   <div class=\"ls-service-data\" data-content=\"interior\">     <h3>\ud83e\ude9c Interior Trades (Painting, Construction, and Maintenance)<\/h3>     <p>       Looking at BLS data, painting, construction, and maintenance workers       make about <strong>31% more<\/strong> annually than landscaping and       groundskeeping workers.     <\/p>     <div class=\"ls-detail-section\">       <h4 class=\"ls-detail-heading\">         Equipment Needed:       <\/h4>       <ul class=\"ls-detail-list\">         <li>Cordless drill\/driver kit<\/li>         <li>Hand tool set<\/li>         <li>Paint rollers\/brushes\/trays<\/li>         <li>Drop cloths<\/li>         <li>Painter&#8217;s tape<\/li>         <li>Joint compound\/knives<\/li>         <li>Step ladders<\/li>       <\/ul>     <\/div>     <div class=\"ls-detail-section\">       <h4 class=\"ls-detail-heading\">         Permits, Insurance, and Certifications:       <\/h4>       <p>         Licensing varies sharply by state. California, Nevada, and Arizona         require a contractor license for painting work, while Texas, Florida,         Ohio, Michigan, and Pennsylvania only require a business license and         insurance. Confirm your state&#8217;s threshold before taking on larger         interior jobs.       <\/p>       <p>         If you&#8217;re working on a home built before 1978, federal law requires         <a           href=\"https:\/\/www.epa.gov\/lead\/getcertified\"           target=\"_blank\"           rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"         >EPA Lead-Safe Certification<\/a>         before disturbing paint.       <\/p>     <\/div>     <div class=\"ls-detail-section\">       <h4 class=\"ls-detail-heading\">         Average Pay:       <\/h4>       <ul class=\"ls-detail-list\">         <li>           Mean Annual Wage for Painting, Construction, and Maintenance (BLS):           <strong>$55,420<\/strong>         <\/li>         <li>           Mean Hourly Wage for Painting, Construction, and Maintenance (BLS):           <strong>$26.64<\/strong>         <\/li>       <\/ul>     <\/div>     <div class=\"ls-pro-tip\">       <strong>Pro Tip:<\/strong>       Start with painting specifically \u2014 it has the lowest licensing bar in       most states \u2014 before taking on jobs that require a trade-specific       license.     <\/div>   <\/div>   <!-- HANDYMAN DETAILS -->   <div class=\"ls-service-data\" data-content=\"handyman\">     <h3>\ud83e\uddf0 Handyman Services (Maintenance and Repair Workers, General)<\/h3>     <p>       A low barrier option that could help expand your lawn care customer       base.     <\/p>     <div class=\"ls-detail-section\">       <h4 class=\"ls-detail-heading\">         Equipment Needed:       <\/h4>       <ul class=\"ls-detail-list\">         <li>Basic hand tool set<\/li>         <li>Cordless driver kit<\/li>         <li>Levels<\/li>         <li>Stud finder<\/li>         <li>Drywall repair kit<\/li>         <li>Ladder<\/li>         <li>Hardware organizers<\/li>       <\/ul>     <\/div>     <div class=\"ls-detail-section\">       <h4 class=\"ls-detail-heading\">         Permits, Insurance, and Certifications:       <\/h4>       <p>         Most states cap the dollar value of work you can do without a         contractor&#8217;s license \u2014 commonly in the 500\u20131,000 range per job \u2014         so make sure to check your state&#8217;s handyman exemption threshold.       <\/p>       <p>         (Optional) National Association of Home Builders         <a           href=\"https:\/\/www.nahb.org\/education-and-events\/credentials\/certified-aging-in-place-specialist-caps\"           target=\"_blank\"           rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"         >Certified Aging-in-Place Specialist<\/a> (CAPS)         program is a popular add-on if you want to do home modifications for         older homeowners.       <\/p>     <\/div>     <div class=\"ls-detail-section\">       <h4 class=\"ls-detail-heading\">         Average Pay:       <\/h4>       <ul class=\"ls-detail-list\">         <li>           Mean Annual Wage for General Maintenance and Repair Workers (BLS):           <strong>$53,780<\/strong>         <\/li>         <li>           Mean Hourly Wage for General Maintenance and Repair Workers (BLS):           <strong>$25.86<\/strong>         <\/li>       <\/ul>     <\/div>     <div class=\"ls-pro-tip\">       <strong>Pro Tip:<\/strong>       Specialized work like electrical, plumbing, and HVAC almost always       requires a separate trade license even in lenient states.     <\/div>   <\/div>   <!-- EQUIPMENT REPAIR DETAILS -->   <div class=\"ls-service-data\" data-content=\"equipment\">     <h3>\ud83d\udee0 Equipment Repair<\/h3>     <p>       You&#8217;re already planning on tuning up your equipment, so why not offer       that service to local homeowners who DIY their lawn care, or even to       fellow lawn care pros?     <\/p>     <div class=\"ls-detail-section\">       <h4 class=\"ls-detail-heading\">         Equipment Needed:       <\/h4>       <ul class=\"ls-detail-list\">         <li>SAE\/Metric socket and wrench sets<\/li>         <li>Spark plug tools<\/li>         <li>Carburetor cleaning kit\/ultrasonic cleaner (can be rented)<\/li>         <li>Digital multimeter<\/li>         <li>Bench vise<\/li>         <li>Oil drain pans<\/li>       <\/ul>     <\/div>     <div class=\"ls-detail-section\">       <h4 class=\"ls-detail-heading\">         Permits, Insurance, and Certifications:       <\/h4>       <p>         Keep in mind that repair work generates hazardous waste \u2014 used oil,         old fuel, batteries \u2014 that most states regulate disposal of         separately from household trash.       <\/p>       <p>         (Optional) The Equipment and Engine Training Council (EETC) offers         <a           href=\"https:\/\/www.eetc.org\/page\/Certification\"           target=\"_blank\"           rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"         >small-engine technician certification<\/a>.       <\/p>     <\/div>     <div class=\"ls-detail-section\">       <h4 class=\"ls-detail-heading\">         Average Pay:       <\/h4>       <ul class=\"ls-detail-list\">         <li>           Labor costs for repairing equipment like lawn mowers can range from           <a             href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/cost\/lawn-mower-repair-price\/\"             target=\"_blank\"             rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"           >$55 to $135<\/a>           per hour.         <\/li>         <li>           Average annual salary for a lawn mower mechanic (<a             href=\"https:\/\/www.ziprecruiter.com\/Salaries\/Lawn-Mower-Mechanic-Salary\"             target=\"_blank\"             rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"           >ZipRecruiter<\/a>):           <strong>$45,021<\/strong>         <\/li>         <li>           Average hourly salary for a lawn mower mechanic (<a             href=\"https:\/\/www.ziprecruiter.com\/Salaries\/Lawn-Mower-Mechanic-Salary\"             target=\"_blank\"             rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"           >ZipRecruiter<\/a>):           <strong>$21.64<\/strong>         <\/li>       <\/ul>     <\/div>     <div class=\"ls-pro-tip\">       <strong>Pro Tip:<\/strong>       Offer early-bird winter tune-up packages for homeowner mowers so they       are prepped ahead of the spring. 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Here\u2019s how some pros spend their time off:<\/p>    <h3 id=\"15-build-a-business-plan-for-next-year\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Build a Business Plan for Next Year<\/h3>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Refine pricing structures and map out equipment upgrades before the spring rush. Retailers typically discount mowers and other yard equipment by <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-equipment\/when-is-the-best-time-to-buy-a-lawn-mower\/\">20% to 50% between October and February<\/a> to clear inventory and make room for next year\u2019s new models.&nbsp;<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\"Use the slower months to review pricing, tighten routes, and improve [your] operating systems,\u201d Turner says.<\/p>    <h3 id=\"16-level-up-with-a-certification\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Level Up With a Certification<\/h3>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Winter downtime allows you the time to pursue credentials that can help market your business, raise your rates, and win larger jobs the following season:<\/p>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.landscapeprofessionals.org\/LP\/LP\/Certification\/Certification-NALP.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">NALP Landscape Technician Certification<\/a><\/li>    <li><a href=\"https:\/\/online.colostate.edu\/certificates\/landscape-for-life\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Landscape for Life Sustainable Landscape Practitioner Certificate<\/a><\/li>    <li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.irrigation.org\/IA\/Membership\/Certification.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Irrigation Association Certifications<\/a><\/li>    <li>State <a href=\"https:\/\/www.epa.gov\/pesticide-worker-safety\/how-get-certified-pesticide-applicator\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.epa.gov\/pesticide-worker-safety\/how-get-certified-pesticide-applicator\">Pesticide Applicator License<\/a><\/li>    <li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.osha.gov\/training\/outreach\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">OSHA 10-Hour or 30-Hour Outreach Training<\/a> (general workplace safety)<\/li>    <li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.redcross.org\/take-a-class\/cpr\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">CPR\/First Aid Certification<\/a><\/li> <\/ul>    <h3 id=\"17-catch-up-on-equipment-maintenance\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Catch Up on Equipment Maintenance<\/h3>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-equipment\/lawn-mower-maintenance\/\">Perform maintenance on mowers<\/a>, trimmers, and other handheld tools. Sharpen blades, change oil, and replace worn belts so you don\u2019t have to worry about it when the lawn care season fires up again.&nbsp;<\/p>    <h3 id=\"18-refresh-your-marketing\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Refresh Your Marketing<\/h3>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Take the time to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-industry\/avoid-5-lawn-care-business-marketing-mistakes\/\">make a business marketing plan<\/a>. Update your website, revamp your social media presence, and keep in touch with past customers over the holiday season.&nbsp;<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Explore alternative marketing strategies like mailers and newsletters and advertising in print, digital, billboards, or your local radio station. You can table at local events or wrap your truck and turn it into a mobile billboard, advertising your business everywhere you go.&nbsp;<\/p>    <h3 id=\"19-actually-take-time-off\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Actually Take Time Off<\/h3>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Take a break; you\u2019ve earned it. Enjoy time with your family and friends and treat yourself to some rest and relaxation. 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We turned to a panel of lawn care pros to learn more about their business strategies for surviving the off-season.<\/p> <p><strong>Pro Tip: <\/strong>For crews operating in markets with extended lawn care seasons, <strong>\u201c<\/strong>Put down winter rye seed,\u201d says Staub. \u201cIt germinates fast and creates a lush green lawn quickly, protecting the grass that is there now from the frost.<\/p> <p>\u201cIt will need to be mowed at least two times a month [through the winter], keeping our customers on their current schedule. On the first warm day of spring the rye will die off, and you still have your lawn that you worked all summer long to get healthy.\u201d<\/p> <p>Read their full insights and tips below.<\/p> <ol> <li>What do you do when the lawn care season wraps up \u2014 any off-season gigs that have worked well for you?<\/li> <li>How do you manage your budget during the peak lawn care season to make it stretch into the winter season?<\/li> <li>What\u2019s the biggest financial mistake you see other lawn pros make with seasonal cash flow?<\/li> <li>What off-season services have actually worked for you, and what didn&#8217;t?<\/li> <li>Roughly what percentage of your annual revenue comes from your slowest month vs. your peak month?<\/li> <\/ol>           <\/div>         <\/div>          <div class=\"experts-new__grid\">                       <button               type=\"button\"               class=\"experts-new__card\"               @click=\"activeExpert = 'anthony-turner'\">                          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experts-new__detail-meta--credentials\">Owner<\/div>                                       <div class=\"experts-new__detail-meta experts-new__detail-meta--dept\">Turner\u2019s Lawn Care Solutions LLC, Northwest Georgia<\/div>                                   <\/div>            <div class=\"experts-new__detail-body\">             <p><strong>What do you do when the lawn care season wraps up?<\/strong><\/p> <p>Here in Northwest Georgia, the season slows down but does not completely stop. We focus on leaf cleanups, shrub trimming, mulch and pine straw refreshes, light property cleanups, and preparing equipment for the next season. We also use the slower months to review pricing, tighten routes, and improve our operating systems.<\/p> <p><strong>How do you manage your budget during peak season so it stretches into winter?<\/strong><\/p> <p>The biggest thing is not treating every dollar in the business account as available spending money. During the busy season, we set money aside for taxes, build a winter cash reserve, keep owner draws controlled, and work toward paying down equipment. I want the business to enter the slow season with several months of operating expenses available.<\/p> <p><strong>What is the biggest financial mistake you see other lawn pros make?<\/strong><\/p> <p>Spending peak-season cash as though peak revenue will continue all year. It is easy to add equipment payments, vehicles, subscriptions, and personal spending when the schedule is full. Those payments are still due when the grass slows down. Another major mistake is not knowing the company\u2019s actual monthly overhead.<\/p> <p><strong>What off-season services have worked, and what has not?<\/strong><\/p> <p>Leaf cleanups, shrub trimming, mulch, pine straw, and smaller property cleanups fit well because they use equipment and skills we already have. What usually does not work is chasing heavily discounted one-time jobs or adding services outside the company\u2019s normal scope simply to stay busy. Revenue is not useful if the job is not profitable.<\/p> <p><strong>Roughly what percentage of annual revenue comes from your slowest month versus your peak month?<\/strong><\/p> <p>We are still a relatively young company, so I am continuing to build reliable year-over-year data. 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I do snow removal when the snow falls, and I just enjoy the time off.<\/p> <p><strong>How do you manage your budget during the peak lawn care season to make it stretch into the winter season?<\/strong><\/p> <p>I save money all season long as much as I can to get me through the four months of winter.<\/p> <p>I always try to find work if the grass is not growing. I try to trim bushes, clean flower beds, mulch, and anything else I can find to do. LawnStarter keeps me busy, and I appreciate that. I\u2019m very thankful for it.<\/p> <p><strong>What\u2019s the biggest financial mistake you see other lawn pros make with seasonal cash flow? <\/strong><\/p> <p>Being in debt. Having to make payments during the off-season on equipment or trucks. I\u2019ve learned it\u2019s better just to save up and just buy what you need. It\u2019s better than having to make payments when not generating as much income<\/p> <p><strong>What off-season services have actually worked for you, and what didn&#8217;t?\u00a0<\/strong><\/p> <p>I do snow removal. 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It goes down when night temps are around 65 degrees consistently. It germinates fast and creates a lush green lawn quickly. But what it does is protect the grass that is there now from the frost. On the first warm day of spring, the rye will die off, and you still have your lawn that you worked all summer long to get healthy.<\/p> <p>It will need to be mowed at least 2 times a month, keeping our customers on their current schedule. Once the rye grass dies off, I recommend seeding again with the type of grass they currently have. This promotes a healthy lawn, keeping weeds away and filling in any areas that might need it.<\/p> <p>I also explain to my customers that they should have their lawns mowed even during the winter months when the grass is dormant. The reason is that grass is like our hair: You cut off the dead ends, and it promotes growth. Providing them with a healthy lawn in the spring. I tell them not to cancel service during this time or put it on pause because they will lose their lawn.<\/p> <p>Benefits: They have a healthy lawn year-round. If they live in an HOA community, they keep the HOA off their backs, saving on nasty letters, stress dealing with them, and possible fines.<\/p> <p>I also let them know that if they seed or fertilize, they just pay for the seed or fertilizer and I put it down at no cost for labor while I am there mowing. It doesn\u2019t take but a few extra minutes. Why I don\u2019t charge labor is because without a healthy lawn I don\u2019t have a customer, so with a few extra minutes of my time I have grass growing through all seasons.<\/p> <p>And the customers love it. I give them the logical information and the least expensive way to do it. Customer service is the key, not just doing a good job mowing.<\/p> <p><strong>What off-season services have actually worked for you, and what didn&#8217;t?<\/strong><\/p> <p>Going into the winter months I also suggest trimming bushes, re-mulching, and general cleanup. Leaf removal is a big one around here also. With the trees shedding their leaves, gutter cleaning is definitely needed especially in the spring before grass starts growing again.<\/p> <p>Many of my customers need clean-up now but I am asking them to wait until it gets a little colder and the grass part of the business slows down a little, giving us time to keep our schedule on mowing and take the time to add cleanups later without jeopardizing our current mowing schedule.<\/p> <p>This year most of my customers understand that it is less expensive to follow this simple maintenance program.<\/p>           <\/div>         <\/div>              <\/div> <\/div>    <h2 id=\"final-thoughts\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Make Seasonal Income Work for You<\/h2>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Whether you're in Florida mowing nearly year-round or in North Dakota packing up for a 5-month winter, the math is the same: The money you make between spring and fall has to cover 12 months of bills.&nbsp;<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The pros who make that work aren't necessarily the ones earning the most per hour \u2014 they're the ones who budget like their income is seasonal, because it is. Whether that means building a cash reserve, picking up a certification, or adding one or two off-season services from the list above, a little planning now pays off when the mowers go quiet.<\/p>    <h3 id=\"21-explore-more-ways-to-grow-with-lawnstarter-and-probase\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Explore More Ways to Grow With LawnStarter and ProBase<\/h3>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Through the LawnStarter app, local customers can schedule your crew for lawn mowing, plus <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawnstarter\/what-lawn-care-services-does-lawnstarter-offer\/\">30 additional outdoor services<\/a>, including tree trimming, leaf cleanups, and pest control.&nbsp;<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It\u2019s free to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/lawn-care-businesses\">sign up to become a LawnStarter pro<\/a>. You own your business, and we help connect you with homeowners looking for help.&nbsp;<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Check out our lawn care business guides, hear from LawnStarter pros, and learn more about joining LawnStarter below:<\/p>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-pros\/ways-to-grow-lawn-care-business\/\">10 Ways to Grow Your Lawn Care Business Fast<\/a><\/li>    <li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawnstarter\/become-a-lawnstarter-pro\/\">What It Takes to Become a LawnStarter Pro<\/a><\/li>    <li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-industry\/one-man-truck-sole-proprietors-lawn-care-industry\/\">One Man and a Truck: The Truth About Running a Solo Lawn Care Operation<\/a><\/li>    <li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-pros\/pro-profile-wiliie-carmichael\/\">Willie Carmichael: Lawn Care is a Family Business<\/a><\/li>    <li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawnstarter\/why-lawnstarter-pros-are-independent-contractors\/\">Why LawnStarter Pros Are Independent Contractors \u2014 and Why That\u2019s Good<\/a><\/li> <\/ul>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">LawnStarter also recently launched <strong>free business software <\/strong>for lawn care and pool service professionals: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.probaseapp.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">ProBase<\/a>. 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