• The Hidden Cost of Unbillable Labor

  Unbillable labor is one of the most overlooked threats to profitability in the landscape industry. It refers to any time your team is on the clock but not actively producing work that can be billed to a client. While some of this time is unavoidable, much of it can be reduced, or even eliminated with the right systems in place. Common examples of unbillable labor include: Travel between job sites Picking up materials or fuel Loading and unloading equipment Attending meetings or trainingFew readers

• How Should You Actually Price Landscape Construction Jobs?

  If you own or run a landscape construction business, designing and building patios, outdoor kitchens, retaining walls, irrigation systems, planting beds, hardscapes, outdoor living spaces, or similar projects, one of the most important (and stressful) questions you face is: “How much should I charge for this job so I actually make good money, consistently?” Most contractors answer that question using one of two main pricing approaches. Let’s break them down in plain language before we go anyFew readers

• Why Most Landscapers Are Using the Wrong Pricing Method

  For landscape construction businesses (design-build, hardscaping, outdoor living projects, plantings, irrigation, retaining walls, etc.), the best pricing system in most modern scenarios is PMM (Production Minus Materials), especially when using tools like Profit Genie / Elevation Advisor. Here's a clear comparison and reasoning tailored to landscape construction companies. Quick Recap of the Main Systems MORS (Multiple Overhead Recovery System), Traditional markup meFew readers