Spring is the most critical season for lawn care businesses. The decisions you make in February and March determine your success for the entire year. This comprehensive checklist ensures you're fully prepared when the busy season hits.

Equipment Preparation

Getting your equipment ready now prevents costly downtime during peak season.

Mowers

Change oil and oil filter
Replace or sharpen blades
Check air filter (replace if needed)
Inspect and replace spark plugs
Clean/replace fuel filter
Check tyre pressure and condition
Lubricate all moving parts
Test safety switches
Clean undercarriage thoroughly

Watch Out

Dull mower blades tear grass instead of cutting it cleanly, leaving lawns vulnerable to disease. Sharpen blades every 20-25 hours of use.

Trimmers & Edgers

Blowers

Clean air intake
Check fuel system
Inspect tubes for cracks
Test all power settings

Support Equipment

Trailer lights and tyres
Ramps and tie-downs
Fuel containers (replace if damaged)
First aid kit restocking

Quick Poll

What's your biggest equipment challenge in spring?

Scheduling & Capacity Planning

Spring brings a surge in demand. Plan your capacity now:

Capacity Checklist

Calculate maximum weekly job capacity
Identify potential subcontractors if needed
Plan hiring timeline for seasonal help
Set up efficient routing zones
Create schedule buffer for weather delays

Hourly Rate Calculator

Find your ideal hourly rate based on income goals

Desired Annual Income

Annual Business Expenses

Billable Hours Per Week

Working Weeks Per Year

Your Hourly Rate

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Pro Tip

Don't overcommit. It's better to have a waiting list than to deliver poor service because you're stretched too thin.

Customer Outreach

Re-engage existing customers before competitors do:

February Tasks

Email all previous customers about spring scheduling
Offer early-bird discount for annual contracts
Send renewal reminders to recurring customers
Update pricing for the new season

March Tasks

Follow up on unopened emails
Make phone calls to top-tier customers
Post "spring is coming" content on social media
Update Google Business Profile for the season

Sample Outreach Timeline

Week	Action	Target Audience
Feb Week 1	Annual contract renewals	Existing annual customers
Feb Week 2	Early-bird promotion	All previous customers
Feb Week 3	Social media campaign	Cold audience
Mar Week 1	Phone follow-ups	High-value non-responders
Mar Week 2	New customer promos	Local targeting

Spring is the time to refine your service offerings:

Core Services to Highlight

Spring Clean-up - Debris removal, bed edging, first mow
Aeration & Overseeding - Essential for lawn health
Fertilisation Programs - Multi-application packages
Weed Prevention - Pre-emergent treatments
Mulch Installation - High-margin add-on

Pricing Review

Review competitor pricing
Adjust for inflation (fuel, materials, labour)
Update package pricing
Create spring-specific promotions

Job Cost Estimator

Calculate accurate job pricing in seconds

Lawn Size

m²

Rate Per Square Meter

Additional Services

Travel Time (mins)

Travel Rate Per Hour

Estimated Job Cost

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Marketing Materials

Ensure your marketing is ready to go:

Order door hangers and business cards
Update website with spring services
Prepare social media content calendar
Create/update service brochures
Design seasonal email templates

Good to Know

Visual content performs best in spring. Plan to take before/after photos of your first jobs to use in marketing throughout the season.

Operations Setup

Streamline your daily operations:

Daily Checklists

Create job completion checklist
Set up quality inspection process
Establish customer communication protocols
Plan rain day procedures

Software & Systems

Quick Poll

Which area needs the most improvement in your spring prep?

Your 4-Week Countdown

Week 4 Before Season Start

Complete all equipment maintenance
Order replacement parts
Update pricing and packages

Week 3 Before Season Start

Send customer outreach emails
Order marketing materials
Train any new team members

Week 2 Before Season Start

Follow up on customer responses
Finalise schedule and routes
Stock supplies and materials

Week 1 Before Season Start

Final equipment checks
Team briefing and goal setting
Prepare for weather contingencies

Final Thoughts

Preparation is the difference between a chaotic spring and a profitable one. Use this checklist as your guide, and adapt it to your specific business needs.

Start early, stay organised, and you'll be ready to capitalise on the busiest season of the year.