The Grass Doctor

I am 16 and looking to start a Lawn Mowing business in my neighborhood?

I cut my father's lawn regularly and thought that it might be a good idea to start a mowing business in my area. I am planning to charge according to the size of the lawn. I have thought about charging by the minute (2rand per minute) but i think the first option seems better. I have my own equipment as well. Can anybody give me advice or tips on how to go about this, and what should i put on my advertisement? Thanks in advance

Public Comments

1. I would put out flyers. Stating what you are doing and how much you charge. The days you are avalible and the times your free to mowe.. at the bottom I would put your email address ( personaly i think adding your phone number could be unsafe) and have them email you about when they would like you to do this. set up a appointment i guess. On the flyers I would make a border add some color make it look creative and add a picture of a lawn mower or a nice yard with flowers.. :) Altho At 16 years old it would just be easier to have a real job even if its fast food. :)
2. Ha when I was 16 I tried this same thing. It wasn't very successful because of my sissy old sister was extremely lazy. But I think you should really get out in your community and show people the good work you can do and build a clientele. Another good idea is to pass out business cards or a least flyer's that have a contact number for you, your prices, when you are available to mow etc you can really have a booming business with this. good luck(: