I want to start a lawn mowing buisness?

Question

I live in an apartment complex, so I have never really mowed a lawn before.

Where should I go to learn how if someone ( a friend) asked you to show them how to mow a lawn would you say okay?

How much are lawnmowers?

Since I am broke now I would have to save up to get enough money to buy a lawn mower....is it like 200 or 300 for a good one?

Will the manual tell me how to keep it running and stuff?

Basicaly, do you have anytips for someone wanting to make some money.

Also since I will be a freshman next year you think it would work if I did it during the year on the weekends (Winter Texas does not get cold?

Should I just put up signs around the nigherbor hoods?

One last thing, the last I promise, what are the best places to work, I bet the really rich places do not need you but the poor people will not want you either so is middle class best?

Also will I need other stuff like a blower thing or will just cutting it suffice? Also how much can I make doing thi

Also my mom said you HAVE to edge the yard is that true?

I am just 14 so it can not be like 50 grand start up...

Answer 1

Most people will want their yard cut, edged, and the leaves/cut grass raked up. So you will need a mower, an edger, and either a blower or a rake/etc. You also need a way to transport that equipment if you are not in your own community. Go to a SEARS outlet store or other place like that and get a good priced but nice machine with a warranty that will be reliable for you. Yes, the manuals will tell you about upkeep. Post an ad on www.craigslist.org, hand out flyers, etc. Go to communities where there are lots of older folks they always need yard help.