Social Media 101 for Landscapers
We’re probably not the first ones to tell you that social media is an integral component of any landscaping business. Not only does it help you to engage with your clients, it also helps to grow your audience, humanize your company, increase your brand power, …
5 Productivity Tools for Landscapers
When it comes to running your business, we understand that you are most likely wearing many hats. You probably have tasks ranging from overseeing upcoming bids to managing your crews. So, we’ve decided to make a list of a few apps and services that can …
Top 10 Questions We Get About GoMaterials
Have you been hearing about GoMaterials but are not sure what we do? After years of being in the business, we’ve gathered some of the most common questions we get from landscape contractors to help you decide if we would be a good fit for …
Are Your Landscape Jobs Actually Profitable?
According to Lawn Care Millionaire, the typical net profit margin range varies from 5% to 20% in the lawn care and landscape industry. While some services will generate more profit than others, the real reason behind this variation is simple: people just don’t calculate their …
20 Rapid Fire Questions With GoMaterials’ CEO
We sat with CEO Marc Elliott to pick his brain about the launch of GoMaterials, business updates and some key learnings from the last few years. What motivates you to get out of bed in the morning? I’m genuinely excited to come to work. I …
Best Selling Perennials, Shrubs, Trees and Conifers of 2019
GoMaterials has been providing hassle-free sourcing for landscape materials in New York, Florida, and across Canada. Are you curious to know which plants our clients purchased the most over the past year? Keep reading to learn all about our best-selling plants from 2019, as rated …
Must-Know Hardscaping Trends for Landscapers
According to landscape industry experts, hardscaping has seen a slow and steady growth over the last few years. A recent survey by Turf magazine showed that 52% of their respondents believed their hardscaping revenue would increase over the next year. The majority of contractors surveyed …
How Company Culture Impacts Your Bottom Line
What is Company Culture and Why Does it Matter? Simply put, company culture is the personality of an organization. It is typically defined by its vision, values, behaviours, and practices. But while all companies have a culture, every company’s culture is uniquely distinct. A strong …
5 Sales Tactics to Get Landscaping Customers
Since customers are a company’s greatest asset, attracting and maintaining them should be a top priority. Luckily, we’ve rounded up 5 sales tactics to get lawn care customers quickly and cost efficiently. 1. Printed Materials While you might have heard rumors that print marketing is …
A Homeowner Trend That Will Contribute to Your Business Growth
What if we told you that a majority of your potential (and current) customers want to give a second life to their backyards, and ALSO have the deep pockets to actually bring this dream to life. The term Staycation may not be in everyone’s repertoire, …
