Commercial and strata lawn care

Strata managers, body corporates, property managers, small businesses and local community groups.

Monthly or per-visit contract prices for each site, with add-ons such as hedge trimming, weeding and green waste removal.

• Quoting larger jobs accurately
• Reliable scheduling and communication
• Working safely with larger equipment
• Managing helpers or subcontractors

• Public liability insurance, since commercial clients often require a certificate and a minimum cover amount
• Workers compensation insurance if you hire staff, check your state scheme
• Site safety rules such as inductions and safe work procedures on commercial properties
• Slow payment terms from some commercial clients, check cash flow before signing
• Check whether any spraying of herbicides requires a licence or training in your state

Estimates suggest startup costs typically around $8,000 to $35,000, depending on the size of the equipment you buy and whether you start with a small crew. Larger areas generally call for bigger equipment, which adds to the cost.

Estimated monthly revenue is typically around $4,000 to $20,000, depending on the contracts you win and the size of the properties. Some commercial clients are slow to pay, so check your cash flow before signing contracts.

Check your public liability insurance, as commercial clients often require a certificate and a minimum cover amount. Check workers compensation if you hire staff, site safety rules such as inductions, and whether herbicide spraying needs a licence or training in your state.