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This is a tuff question to answer without knowing more about the condition of the lots that you are going to be seeding. Where I am from, the profit does not come from the actual seeding of the lots. The money is made from forming the lots into something. When I go into a new construction lot they are usually messed up from all the construction traffic and need to be shaped so that water runs away from the house and does not stand anywhere on the lot. The seeding I do is with a quick germinating rye grass that comes in quick to hold the dirt that I have moved and shaped. This grass will burn out in our harsh summers but does well in the fall, winter and spring. However, it is understood around here what the purpose of this seed is for.

Around here it is a different business to establish the lawn. This is something that someone comes in and does after I have prepared the seed bed for them. I usually get between 500 and 2000 to convert a piece of land into something that will stand, without water, on its own. It just depends on how much bulldozer work has to be done to shape it.

If you are looking at just doing the seeding, you need to make sure that you know all about soil conditions and types and how to amend them if necessary to make grass grow green and full. But, like I said before, this is a specialty all within its self if you are doing it commercially

Doing it right and fast
Everything and Anything
Replies 13 Post by drichards

I am considering purchasing a Woods TPR 7200 power rake for my business. I am sold on the theory of a power rake and what it can and can not do for me but now have to decide on a brand. There is a Woods dealer close by which is a plus for getting parts and service. However I have no experience with the Woods line of products and would like some impute about the product from people who have used them. <br>
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How does Woods compare to others such as Landpride and Harley? This will be a make or break investment for me after a long and WET winter so any impute is welcome and appreciated.<br>
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The Woods brand of implements
Operating and Attachments
Replies 4 Post by drichards

Thanks for the info. I thought this advice was worth just what I paid for it.

Bucket up or down when using tiller
Operating and Attachments
Replies 5 Post by drichards

Sounds good, get the tractor. Last year I bought a JD 970, 4wd with FEL (964 hrs), 6' JD finish mower, 6' JD brush mower, 48" JD commercial tiller, box, straight blade, rake, and auger. Asking price $12,500 as part of estate. Bought for $11,500.

I have been really happy with the tractor. I use it in my landscaping business and besides two minor hydro leaks on the loader, have had no problems. A lot of bang for the buck.

John Deere 970 price
John Deere Tractors
Replies 4 Post by drichards

You will never say to yourself - I wish I had... - if you already have more than you need. And trust me, you will find more and more things to do with your machine. A couple of more bucks now will be worth the cost in the future.

When to buy a real tractor
John Deere Tractors
Replies 7 Post by drichards