Mow Trappin Podcast

In this episode, we sit down with Quin and Chris, the creators of the first Lawn Care Olympics, to discuss how the idea started, what inspired them to bring it to life, and their vision for the future.

We dive into the journey of creating something new for the lawn care industry, bringing professionals together through competition, building community, and where they see the Lawn Care Olympics going in the years ahead.

From an idea to a reality, this conversation is about entrepreneurship, innovation, networking, and growing the lawn care industry beyond cutting grass.

🔥 I DON'T CUT GRASS — I TRAP PROPERTIES!

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Mow Trappin Podcast #98 🍂

Fall cleanup season is here! We're talking about daylight saving time, pricing leaf removal estimates, and whether it's better to mulch leaves or haul them away.

We also break down how to handle leaf cleanups using tarps without a leaf vacuum and whether door hangers are still worth the investment for growing your lawn care business.

Topics Covered:

• ⏰ Time change and shorter workdays
• 🍂 How to price leaf cleanup estimates
• 🌱 Mulching leaves vs. leaf removal
• 💪 Tarping leaves without a vacuum
• 🚪 Are door hangers worth it in 2026?

Real experience, real business decisions, and practical lawn care strategies.

I DON'T CUT GRASS — I TRAP PROPERTIES!

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@Equip expo 2026 connecting with lawn care business owers, people from different walks of life who all share a passion for the lawn care industry!

In this special episode, we sit down with a couple building their journey together, teenage entrepreneurs getting an early start, a retired military veteran running a family-owned and operated business, and a lawn care professional with 19 years of industry experience.

Different ages, different backgrounds, different experiences — but one thing in common: the hustle of building something of your own.

This episode is about real people, real stories, networking, and the next generation of the lawn care industry.

I DON'T CUT GRASS — I TRAP PROPERTIES!

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Mow Trappin Podcast #96 | Equip Expo 2026 Recap: Networking Is the Best Investment

In episode #96 of the Mow Trappin Podcast, I'm breaking down my experience at Equip Expo 2026, the people I connected with, and why networking might be the best investment you can make in your business next year.

From building relationships with others in the lawn care industry to seeing new equipment and opportunities, this trip was about more than just mowers.

Sometimes your biggest investment isn't another piece of equipment. It's getting around the right people, building connections, and positioning yourself for growth.

**Dirty Hands, Clean Money!**

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YouTube, Instagram, and TikTok can show you success, but nothing compares to real-life experience and putting in the work.

In Episode #95, I reflect on 6 years of building Bone Yard Lawn Service and 4 years on social media, essentially running two businesses while learning that entrepreneurship is often harder than working a traditional 9-to-5.

I discuss how social media helped put things into perspective, realizing I wasn’t alone in the grind, and attending my first Equip Expo with just 237 subscribers, where Blades of Grass recognized me.

Meeting entrepreneurs who had left their jobs and others building successful businesses while still working opened my eyes to what’s possible.

The message is simple: No shortcuts, no handouts. Nothing replaces the discipline, skills, and experience gained from building something day in and day out.

Dirty Hands. Clean Money. Experience Over Everything.

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Mow Trappin Podcast Episode #94 features Lee from Irvin Lawn Service!

Lee brings 17 years of lawn care experience to the conversation and shares what he’s learned from nearly two decades in the industry. We talk about his journey in the lawn care business, how the industry has changed, equipment, running a lawn service, and the lessons that only come from years of actually doing the work.

One thing that really stands out about Lee’s operation is that 85% of his lawn care business is commercial work. We get into his experience servicing commercial properties, building a business heavily focused on commercial accounts, and what he’s learned along the way.

We also dive into Lee’s experience owning and using Chinese lawn care equipment. Why did he buy it? How has it performed? And do you really need equipment from the biggest brands to operate a successful lawn care business?

With 17 years in the industry and an operation that’s 85% commercial, Lee brings a perspective that newer lawn care business owners don’t always get to hear.

If you’re starting a lawn care business, growing a home service business, trying to land more commercial lawn care accounts, or you’ve been cutting grass for years, there are plenty of gems in this conversation.

🎙️ Mow Trappin Podcast Episode #94

🌱 Guest: Lee — Irvin Lawn Service

🏢 85% Commercial Lawn Care

💰 Lawn Care Business | Commercial Accounts | Equipment | Entrepreneurship | 17 Years of Experience

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Another lawn care season is winding down, and this year taught me a lot—not just about running Bone Yard Lawn Service, but about myself.

In Episode #93, I’m breaking down some of the biggest changes and lessons from this season.

I talk about hiring my first employee and what I learned from finally bringing someone into the operation.

I also discuss another season using Urable, improving my route density, adding more weekly customers, and learning that growing a business doesn’t mean saying YES to every job that comes your way.

Going into 2027, pricing has to make sense. The route has to make sense. And the customer has to make sense.

I also give my thoughts on running Echo trimmers, getting ready to line up fall cleanups, and preparing for the next phase of the season.

But one of the biggest changes happened away from the lawns.

The inside work.

I’m completely sober, working on myself, becoming more disciplined, and realizing that growing the man behind the business is just as important as growing the business itself.

Another season. More lessons. More growth.

Topics:
• Hiring my first employee
• Another season using Urable
• Building better route density
• Getting more weekly customers
• Why I’m not saying yes to everything anymore
• Pricing correctly for 2027
• My experience with Echo trimmers
• The inside work & being completely sober
• Preparing for fall cleanups

This is Mow Trappin Episode #93.

Mow Trappin Podcast Episode #92 — Equip Expo 2026 is coming October 20–23 in Louisville, Kentucky, and if you’re going, you need a PLAN.

Equip Expo is huge. Between the equipment, manufacturers, outdoor demos, networking, education, creators, events and thousands of people, it’s easy to get overwhelmed and spend the entire trip walking around without accomplishing what you actually came for.

In this episode, I break down how to approach Equip Expo with a purpose, manage your time, decide who and what you need to see, network the right way, create content, and make sure you leave the event with something that can actually help your lawn care business.

Don’t just GO to Equip Expo.

Make Equip Expo WORK FOR YOU.

📍 Equip Exposition 2026

📅 October 20–23, 2026

📍 Louisville, Kentucky

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What happens to a lawn care business when the grass stops growing? The work may slow down, but the bills, equipment costs, insurance, fuel, and overhead don’t disappear.

In Episode #91 of the Mow Trappin’ Podcast, I’m talking about working through a drought, dealing with slow-growing and dormant lawns, and why professional lawn care prices don’t automatically drop just because Mother Nature changes the conditions.

When the rain comes and the grass is thick, overgrown, and takes twice as long, we don’t double the customer’s price. A sustainable lawn care business has to price for the entire season—not just the easiest week.

🌱 Working through drought conditions

💰 Why lawn care prices don’t drop

📈 Pricing your business for profit

☀️ Handling slow-growing lawns

🚜 Building a lawn business that survives tough seasons

#LawnCare #LawnCareBusiness #Drought #MowTrappin #Landscaping #Entrepreneurship #SmallBusiness

10 years ago, I was sleeping in my niece’s bed thanks to my sister, with a felony on my record. Today, that felony has been removed, I’m six years into building Bone Yard Lawn Service, and we’ve reached Episode #90 of the Mow Trappin Podcast.

This episode is about belief, timing, perseverance, and working when your current situation doesn’t match the future you see for yourself.

Your past doesn’t have to determine your future. Keep believing, keep building, and WORK UNTIL IT WORKS.

#WorkUntilItWorks #Entrepreneurship #Motivation #LawnCareBusiness #MowTrappin