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How to Price Lawn Care Jobs to Actually Make a Profit
If you’re winning 80% of your estimates, your prices are too low. That’s what I’ve seen over and over. When you’re saying “yes” to nearly every lead, you’re probably leaving money on the table—and worse, you’re...
What to Charge for Lawn Mowing: A Real Pricing Guide
If you're stuck on what to charge for lawn mowing, you're not alone. I break down exactly how I priced mowing jobs at Augusta Lawn Care — what works, what doesn’t, and the common mistakes that kill profits.
How to Raise Your Prices Without Losing Customers
Raising your prices scares you because you think you'll lose customers. The truth from Mike Andes: with the right approach, smart communication, and timing, you can bump your rates 5-8% without hurting your business. Here’s how to do it based on running Augusta Lawn Care with 200+ locations generati
Why Your Lawn Care Estimates Are Too Low (And How to Fix It)
Learn about why your lawn care [estimates are too low](/blog/why-your-lawn-care-estimates-are-too-low-and-how-to-fix-it) (and how to fix it) from Mike Andes, founder of Augusta Lawn Care.
How to Price Lawn Care Fertilization and Weed Control Programs
Learn about how to price lawn care [fertilization and weed control](/blog/how-to-price-lawn-care-fertilization-and-weed-control-programs) programs from Mike Andes, founder of Augusta Lawn Care.
Why $100 Per Hour for Lawn Care Is Not as Good as It Sounds
Everyone wants to charge $100 an hour for lawn care. But once you do the math, that number shrinks fast. Here's the breakdown that most lawn care owners never see.
How to Use Capacity-Based Pricing to Grow Your Lawn Care Business Faster
Most lawn care owners set prices once and forget them. The smart move is capacity-based pricing — adjusting your prices based on how full your schedule is. Here's exactly how it works.
Two Pricing Strategies That Can Grow a Lawn Care Business to $1M Fast
There are two ways to price your way to $1M in lawn care revenue. One is fast but risky. The other is slower but builds a business that lasts. Here's how both work.