My recent discussion with Jeremiah Jennings of Growing Green Landscapes was one of those can't-miss episodes. Jeremiah and I dove deep into the world of equipment - from his recent purchase of a 4x4 truck to his acquisition of a micro mini excavator. As landscapers, we both understand the importance of having the right tools for the job, but Jeremiah really opened my eyes to just how transformative the right machinery can be. The micro mini excavator in particular piqued my interest. Jeremiah shared how this compact, nimble machine allowed him to tackle a challenging shrub demo job during the peak of summer heat - a task that would have broken the morale of his crew if they had to do it all by hand. Instead, the micro mini ripped through the dry, compacted soil with ease, saving his team from backbreaking labor and allowing them to complete the project in a fraction of the time. Hearing stories like that really drives home the value of investing in equipment, even if the upfront...

Starting a landscape business can be exciting, but it can also be overwhelming. With so many types of machines available, it can be challenging to decide what to invest in first. In a recent episode of Kid Contractor Podcast, three landscape business owners discussed what they believed was the best first machine to buy.

Owner 1 suggested a mini skid steer, which was met with agreement from Owner 2. As they both worked in the softscape world, they found a mini skid steer to be ideal for moving materials around. Owner 3 had a different opinion, recommending a dump truck or dump trailer as the first machine to invest in.

The exchange between the three landscape business owners sheds light on the importance of considering what type of landscaping work you will be doing before investing in equipment. For those in the softscape world, a mini skid steer may be the best option, while those in the hardscape world may prefer a mini excavator. However, investing in a...