Stanley is the most detailed when describing his work & that's why its easy to learn from him, by far the best in the business thanks for all the info Stanley.
Really liked this video. Estimating in general can be a nightmare sometimes. You actually take the time to break everything down and show us exactly how you do it.
I am in my first landscaping real Job and I don’t no to estimate when they ask how much, and me not knowing anything on how to give a price, I ended up Saying, just give me 200$ per day I work. Never knew about measuring and calculating costs
Man this guy is so good. Really brings a true professional level to landscape. I wish I was in a large city like that so I could provide services like that.
Been watching this guy for about a month now so I'm new to him but I have to say he's very generous with his time and information he gives away. I'm 42 yrs old and had have done just about everything he does and a few things he doesn't, but my point is all the guys I've worked for aren't this open with the information he's providing. Not only that but he's the info he's providing is 1000% correct. He's not steering people in the wrong direction. When I first watched I thought, "eh, he's just doing it for the views", but the more vids I watch I can't help but to think he's just a genuinely good person. And to tell people to contact him if they have any questions or need help, well u can't fake that cause the internet will expose you in a heartbeat. So great job Stanley, I hope youtube is paying you good enough, (I know they're getting paid well seeing as there is a ad every 2 min) you deserve it guy.
Just turning 68 in upcoming April. This brings back great memories believe it or not. Being a custom home builder in Paradise Valley, Scottsdale, Mesa & Phoenix for close to 35 years, I was involved with many retaining walls due to many hillside properties. Some were so extremely difficult due to the terrain. After you get over the shock you really start to have fun. That or slit your wrists. (Just a joke -maybe?) Thank you so much for your program .
Thank you!! Lots of good information for new contractors that are starting their business. Thank you for taking the time to do this and willing to share how your business is becoming more successful every day.
Have owned a house on a slope for 21 years ... have built many a retaining. 8 in total so far! Simple, relaxing works that makes a lasting difference ... satisfying! Got to say tho, my walls are relatively modest. Beautiful work in this video.
You have grown on me and I now look up to you as my landscaping Father. Thanks Dad! At first I thought you might of been an actor or another clean office pencil pushing foreman. Not the case at all your transparency is a huge display of your integrity and craftsmanship. Your just a quality person over all.
Just started Hardscape company in Massachusetts this year, very busy and lots of jobs was a great season! Looking forward to honing in on my “office” skills however, this videos help a lot! Thank you for the great content even if it is a little dated it’s much needed!
Thanks. We live in Texas and will be having a retaining wall on a steep slope installed. I’ve been watching A LOT of your videos & have gotten A LOT of great tips of what to ask. Thanks so much for sharing your knowledge.
Stan, your numbers are very precise. A lot of business owners getting started out don't understand what it takes to run a business. Taxes, fuel, tool and machinery break downs, trucks, employee mess ups, bad customers, storage, and everyday overages that haunt companies. Some people are like your way high other say your way low. A lot depends on where your business growth is. I enjoy these videos so much because you are so real and make perfect sense. Sure wish you were around when I got started. I could talk about this stuff all day. My wife thinks I am being weird watching your video. But Hey, There is two foot of snow outside and i am not doing any work.
Stanley, my name is Brett and I must tell you that every video I watch is giving me more and more confidence. This one on line items and proposals has cleared up soooo much for me in one swoop. (I always need to know more , but this has really helped me.) UR THE BEST AND U PAINT SUCH A GOOD PICTURE OF WHAT NEEDS TO BE DONE ON SITE AND OFF. THANK YOU AND THANK GOD FOR YOU.
Very impressed with your channel. Although I plan to tackle my retaining wall project myself, I can tell you are a genuine stand up person. I would hire you in a heart beat. Well done
was looking for diy short retaining wall info. totally uneducated on the subject. tripped across your instructionals and got hooked! you have given me a view forward. thanks for the plain insights and the business sense part too.
You know you have the best videos regarding the subjects you cover right. I mean the best. Love learning things from your channel and their entertaining. But really just smart to the point content. And the jobs always look too notch. Thx you....
I've been watching a lot of your videos here the past 6 months. Been in the industry 10+ years. Things are going great but I'm not extremely business savvy and just wanted to send a thank you for making the videos. Fun, entertaining, and very informative!
The information on job bids is universal and very good advice. I'm a machinist and I am trying to start my own little shop. Most bids are given lump sum in my field cause the customer only cares about the cost per unit but on my end I'll be line itemizing tooling, setup time, machine time, and an extra 10% to cover any scrap parts that may happen. Having that information to produce for a customer may make or break a job in some cases. That information also makes it easier to keep track of the black. When I lose money I'll be able to clearly identify where I lost it and change my rates accordingly in that area.
Ive been starting a company this past year and just am trying to get all the equipment before I start going full out cause I hate renting equipment as I feel I lose alot of jobs cause I have to charge a rental charge for a whole week even if it's only 3 days long. It's a long process but I've just landed a $4000 job and another $1100 job and another $2500 job all in the last week! But I plan on putting all that money towards equipment like mini skids, mini excavator, dump trailer, equipment trailers, etc. Just once I get my own equipment I'll be more competitive with my own equipment I feel like! Please keep this stuff coming! Helps me a ton! I'm out of Minnesota too and that's why I can connect so much!
Great job explaining the bidding process. I took notes. Felt like I was in college again, but this time it will make me money. It is so cool your that busy. One thing you can explain is equipment needed in a quick note that I can pause and copy while watching. Don't explain it just write the equipment on paper and put it close to the camera. That will get all us new bees thinking. The difference between commercial and residential was also good to know. The most important thing you did was giving me real numbers. Numbers that get you jobs. Better go and watch another video
Enjoyed this video among other's you have made, I appreciate you being so genuine! You obviously enjoy your work and want to help other's suceed. I'm a Mason by trade, I can truly appreciate how passionate you are about business & your craft. All the detailed information is much appreciated! Keep them coming.
Awesome man. I am from Canada. When I first started watchin your videos I wasn't into it, but now I cant stop watching and learning. Helping me a lot to say the least. I will most definitely have some questions coming your way when I start up on Sunday.
Never realized you are located here in the Twin Cities. My wife and I have been planning a landscaping project and use your videos for reference all the time. Its a big job but I think with your videos we can get it done. Thanks for the content.
Just starting out.. great video veryvery helpful I've put a twist on my own job proposals/ estimates and I have had a great response. I would like to see a French drain project I have to check out the list of videos.. thank you for your videos im blessed to have seen this like you said im not going back.. only way is up
THANK YOU.. I just received my C8 Contractors License and I'm preparing for my State Board exam for my General Building License.. I don't know where to start with my business.. Watching ur video's is giving me a general idea of some of the things I need to do.. man ur video's are so amazing.. Thank You..
I'm trying to have 2 walls built where my General Home Contractor failed to finish my handicap home. I live in a very rural area, It is extremely difficult to find anyone willing to work for a reasonable amount here... I love your process of outlining "all" the associated costs however... the home owner may appreciate it or they may not. Knowing that you make roughly 1/2 doing commercial jobs then doubling that for ordinary hard working families "because" you can seems a bit greedy. I also believe the home owner may not wish to be "micro" analyzed and informed of EVERY nickel and dime cost, however because of my nature.. I like being completely informed. Thank you, your honesty and work ethic is reassuring... just wish we had honest businesses in Southern Ohio (OH in General). There is absolutely NO liability here, in West Virginia companies must be licensed and insured.. Ohio only requires a business license(100 dollars or so).. its is very sketchy and risky as a home owner to hire "flunkies" who think they know everything only to ruin it all. Ok.. enough, thanks. Great Video... Ps...would loved to have seen the FINAL product when completed
Dig it! Lots of info. I’ve got a blank proposal that I’ve set up for my tree company. I like the lien statement. Might need to add THAT. The customers seem to be more agreeable to the price if they see where their money goes and for what. I always encourage them get other bids as well.
thank you so much for making these videos. i watch every one start to finish and really have been learning ALOT from them. Tons and tons of great information that i really plan to use in the future.
hi Stanley I love your videos Man.I've been doing landscaping for about 7 years now and we transitioned into a construction company as well. Customers love us because they only need to call one company we can remodel your home and hardscape and landscape your home as well. I'm having a hard time this year with customers not understanding that things cost money,it's getting really frustrating. Here I am an established company that does phenomenal work and cares about every customer making sure I put everything I am into every job that I do and I'm kind of struggling right now I just don't understand it. I'm one of those guys that has as much energy as 20 guys and I'm so ambitious and such a go-getter I amaze people but at the same time I'm not making the money I feel that I should be it just boggles my mind
Thanks man. Really generous of you to share all of this useful info. Planning to hardscape/landscape a steep slope, backyard of a lake house. Really appreciate all of your videos. Brian, NY
Love your videos they help me so much just did my first versa Lok wall came out decent got hired to do another job in the same neighborhood keep up the good work bro
Hello, I'm new to your channel. I'm starting my own business, and im on a learning curve, and watching a few of your videos especially this one just revamped me you're a real inspirational guy. Thanks! God bless!
Awesome thank you! Its been 20 years since I've been in the industry and trying like heck to reducate myself now that I am in the beginning stages of starting my own landscape company....thx
I can't wait to see a video from you about building French drains before building basement foundation in a water area and how to waterproof a foundation that's near a stream.
thank you Stanley, im currently a 50 / 50 mowing and light landscaping business. I am interested in getting into retaining walls, so this video was great. Please keep up the training videos. Very few good ones out there.
This was awesome! I'm not in the business nor thinking about going into the business, but have always wondered how this part was done. Thanks for sharing... Mike
Yeah, baby! Inform, support, entertain! Great vid. So helpful. May I ask what your motivation is for doing this? You're definitely part of the solution, and not the problem.
Excellent! I can't thank you enough for your time. You TRULY helped my business grow and succeed this summer. Due to my success this summer so far, my wife gets to take a couple months off with our son on the way. Again, THANK YOU. I'd love to see any specifics on compaction and nitty-gritty details of paver patios / retaining walls. Also, ANYTHING related to taxes and insurance on the business side.
Great video! Thanks for the insight! 👍🏻 I’ve recently started to break down quotes/estimates and it has paid off immediately for both parties. So we can parrrty, after the job is done of course 😎
Watched 2 of your videos so far love them so much detail and great explaining I'm looking at getting one built for me this has gave me great knowledge thanks. Oh I love how you put the flag on your quotes. If I get a business I will doing this for sure.
Very good point of building proposal into portions I break mine down from site preparation including demolition by square foot and or face feet and additionally the expense of disposal of debris by ton or cubic yard s. An additional line item of Installtion of this example retaining wall by the face foot including labor and materials per face foot broken down to disclose inevent that you have a project that is stopped by the customer a clear delineation of as amount is due for material and services provided are easily and clearly reducing potential losses in a potential and unlikely litigation hope this helps
Loved the video, but I live in an tropical area (Puerto Rico) and I need to build at least a 3-4 foot retaining wall in my back yard and about 10 feet long. The soil is clay like material. What should I use or how should I have it built? I also have an avocado tree that is small, but it would land 2 feet close to the wall should I move it and how far. Thanks for your advice. Sandra
hey thats the best brake down ive seen... now if your jobs are booked and with the deposit down but your date of build is a year or more out! with inflation hits would you change the price of job on your customer...or just work with them based on the amount...
I’ve got a retainer wall that I want removed and replaced. I’ve been watching these videos and have learned a lot! I just wish contractors were honest with their prices.
I wish I had these videos or even someone to teach me past 20 years. Find a good mentor. This is great start. There are also estimating and pricing book at Big hardware stores... Thank you Stan.
Thanks dude I'm starting up and this video just help quotes retaining wall and I learned a lot especially on those disclaimers to put a lean on someone who doesn't. I just lost some money last week about $650, it was a lot but for my blood and sweat I felt like a fool and so disappointed, thanks and keep doing the great job with these videos
great video's Stan..you have help me so much in advance tips.. and pricing on Landscaping Job's I have done this year just like to say Thanks and I will continue watching your videos.. GOD BLESS
That is y I call it itemizing ,proposals hate insurance proposals they want to know how many bricks and nails need and price for each nail before they approve it . Great job wish you be in va area thanks
Let me start with, you are awesome! You are willing to help. I have bid on three landscape jobs and did not get them. I priced them according to what I have seen and heard others on youtube do which is double the cost of materials. Well, before I gave the bid, I modified the cost due to how much these jobs were going to cost. I measured and priced accordingly. I watch a lot of videos on RUclips for educational purposes and how-to videos. You really broke this down and it is what us new guys need. Thank you. I don't want to get all religious on your page, but I am praying for help from the good Lord because I do not know what else to do. I have gone as far as to consider charging $15 for a quote on any and all landscaping jobs. Let me know if you have any suggestions.
It is a very good information, question: is french drainage consider?, the pressure that the wall recieve is very massive, if we see the height of the upper plattform is very considerable. other question: a concrete wall will not more suitable?
Love this kind of content Stan, excellent explanation. Would appreciate to know your take on how you juggle a business, family, friends, and yourself. Thanks again, Steve
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Stanley is the most detailed when describing his work & that's why its easy to learn from him, by far the best in the business thanks for all the info Stanley.
What an awesome video like 4 years later even timeless
If your business is landscaping. My advise to you would be. Listen to this man.
Really liked this video. Estimating in general can be a nightmare sometimes. You actually take the time to break everything down and show us exactly how you do it.
I am in my first landscaping real Job and I don’t no to estimate when they ask how much, and me not knowing anything on how to give a price, I ended up
Saying, just give me 200$ per day I work. Never knew about measuring and calculating costs
I really appreciate you brother
You have an abundance mindset helping the small biz peeps out here!
Man this guy is so good. Really brings a true professional level to landscape. I wish I was in a large city like that so I could provide services like that.
Thank you!
Been watching this guy for about a month now so I'm new to him but I have to say he's very generous with his time and information he gives away. I'm 42 yrs old and had have done just about everything he does and a few things he doesn't, but my point is all the guys I've worked for aren't this open with the information he's providing. Not only that but he's the info he's providing is 1000% correct. He's not steering people in the wrong direction. When I first watched I thought, "eh, he's just doing it for the views", but the more vids I watch I can't help but to think he's just a genuinely good person. And to tell people to contact him if they have any questions or need help, well u can't fake that cause the internet will expose you in a heartbeat. So great job Stanley, I hope youtube is paying you good enough, (I know they're getting paid well seeing as there is a ad every 2 min) you deserve it guy.
should have considered that in the first bid
ever heard of an offset backhoe DUH
Just turning 68 in upcoming April. This brings back great memories believe it or not. Being a custom home builder in Paradise Valley, Scottsdale, Mesa & Phoenix for close to 35 years, I was involved with many retaining walls due to many hillside properties. Some were so extremely difficult due to the terrain. After you get over the shock you really start to have fun. That or slit your wrists. (Just a joke -maybe?)
Thank you so much for your program .
Thank you!! Lots of good information for new contractors that are starting their business. Thank you for taking the time to do this and willing to share how your business is becoming more successful every day.
Have owned a house on a slope for 21 years ... have built many a retaining. 8 in total so far! Simple, relaxing works that makes a lasting difference ... satisfying!
Got to say tho, my walls are relatively modest. Beautiful work in this video.
You have grown on me and I now look up to you as my landscaping Father. Thanks Dad! At first I thought you might of been an actor or another clean office pencil pushing foreman. Not the case at all your transparency is a huge display of your integrity and craftsmanship. Your just a quality person over all.
You and Kalfas are my heroes! So much valuable information. Thank you!
Yea men I agree Kalfas and this guy are So much valuable for me to
Saying Stan and Keith are in the same hall park is a joke! Stan is a professional and this kalfas guy is nothing but a used car salesman
Just started Hardscape company in Massachusetts this year, very busy and lots of jobs was a great season! Looking forward to honing in on my “office” skills however, this videos help a lot! Thank you for the great content even if it is a little dated it’s much needed!
Stan, you are AWESOME. Love to see the pro's helping others out.
Thanks Michael 😀
Thanks. We live in Texas and will be having a retaining wall on a steep slope installed. I’ve been watching A LOT of your videos & have gotten A LOT of great tips of what to ask. Thanks so much for sharing your knowledge.
Simplicity and clarity. Love the way u give time to help others. Aloha and mahalo.
Really appreciate it Reis, thanks for watching
Stan, your numbers are very precise. A lot of business owners getting started out don't understand what it takes to run a business. Taxes, fuel, tool and machinery break downs, trucks, employee mess ups, bad customers, storage, and everyday overages that haunt companies. Some people are like your way high other say your way low. A lot depends on where your business growth is. I enjoy these videos so much because you are so real and make perfect sense. Sure wish you were around when I got started. I could talk about this stuff all day. My wife thinks I am being weird watching your video. But Hey, There is two foot of snow outside and i am not doing any work.
+Dan Krueger Dan- I find most landscapers chronically undercharge for their services and don't see where they are not making the 2 ends meet.
Thank you for what you do. This is hands down the best RUclips channel!
Really appreciate that Johnathan, thank you !!
Stanley, my name is Brett and I must tell you that every video I watch is giving me more and more confidence. This one on line items and proposals has cleared up soooo much for me in one swoop.
(I always need to know more , but this has really helped me.)
UR THE BEST AND U PAINT SUCH A GOOD PICTURE OF WHAT NEEDS TO BE DONE ON SITE AND OFF. THANK YOU AND THANK GOD FOR YOU.
Very impressed with your channel. Although I plan to tackle my retaining wall project myself, I can tell you are a genuine stand up person. I would hire you in a heart beat. Well done
Much much appreciated. You got this 👊
was looking for diy short retaining wall info. totally uneducated on the subject. tripped across your instructionals and got hooked! you have given me a view forward. thanks for the plain insights and the business sense part too.
Stan. You are the man. Thanks for all your insight. Very valuable stuff. It’s gold.
Love to hear that Paul, thanks so much!
You know you have the best videos regarding the subjects you cover right. I mean the best. Love learning things from your channel and their entertaining. But really just smart to the point content. And the jobs always look too notch. Thx you....
Thanks for the great comments, I really appreciate it!
I've been watching a lot of your videos here the past 6 months. Been in the industry 10+ years. Things are going great but I'm not extremely business savvy and just wanted to send a thank you for making the videos. Fun, entertaining, and very informative!
Awesome, thank you Logan & good luck! 👍
These are the videos I miss seeing from you and others... they help a ton!
Your videos are changing the way Im doing business - after 5 years. Thanks, Martin South Australia
Thanks Martin ;)
The information on job bids is universal and very good advice. I'm a machinist and I am trying to start my own little shop. Most bids are given lump sum in my field cause the customer only cares about the cost per unit but on my end I'll be line itemizing tooling, setup time, machine time, and an extra 10% to cover any scrap parts that may happen. Having that information to produce for a customer may make or break a job in some cases. That information also makes it easier to keep track of the black. When I lose money I'll be able to clearly identify where I lost it and change my rates accordingly in that area.
Ive been starting a company this past year and just am trying to get all the equipment before I start going full out cause I hate renting equipment as I feel I lose alot of jobs cause I have to charge a rental charge for a whole week even if it's only 3 days long. It's a long process but I've just landed a $4000 job and another $1100 job and another $2500 job all in the last week! But I plan on putting all that money towards equipment like mini skids, mini excavator, dump trailer, equipment trailers, etc. Just once I get my own equipment I'll be more competitive with my own equipment I feel like! Please keep this stuff coming! Helps me a ton! I'm out of Minnesota too and that's why I can connect so much!
Great job explaining the bidding process. I took notes. Felt like I was in college again, but this time it will make me money. It is so cool your that busy. One thing you can explain is equipment needed in a quick note that I can pause and copy while watching. Don't explain it just write the equipment on paper and put it close to the camera. That will get all us new bees thinking. The difference between commercial and residential was also good to know. The most important thing you did was giving me real numbers. Numbers that get you jobs. Better go and watch another video
+Dan Krueger Thanks Dan- I appreciate your feedback. I will use your advice when I am making new videos- its good to know what you guys benefit from.
I'm starting my landscaping business this year, very good information for my, Thank you!!! Very much sir!
Awesome, best of luck in your new business !!
This is the best video you’ve done, hands down. Thank you!
Thank YOU John!
Enjoyed this video among other's you have made, I appreciate you being so genuine! You obviously enjoy your work and want to help other's suceed. I'm a Mason by trade, I can truly appreciate how passionate you are about business & your craft. All the detailed information is much appreciated! Keep them coming.
Thankyou for the priceless information!
God Bless!
Awesome man. I am from Canada. When I first started watchin your videos I wasn't into it, but now I cant stop watching and learning. Helping me a lot to say the least. I will most definitely have some questions coming your way when I start up on Sunday.
Never realized you are located here in the Twin Cities. My wife and I have been planning a landscaping project and use your videos for reference all the time. Its a big job but I think with your videos we can get it done. Thanks for the content.
Thanks so much for watching and hope your project turs out well!
I would so wanna come work for this guy next summer. I would go all the way to the USA to learn from this guy.
Love to have you. 😄👍. Let me know if your coming to Minnesota.
Davin DeJong Me too, this guy is a wealth of knowledge
Just starting out.. great video veryvery helpful I've put a twist on my own job proposals/ estimates and I have had a great response. I would like to see a French drain project I have to check out the list of videos.. thank you for your videos im blessed to have seen this like you said im not going back.. only way is up
Agree. I’ll work for free a week just to learn
@@michaeladams2077 Ops didn't see his response till now, I became a Carpenter lol.
This really helped me make sure my first retaining wall job went smooth and stress free! Thankyou for the tips and breakdown of everything
That is awesome! Thanks for watching 👍
i I like it thank you very much I'm going to subscribe in your video
This is a great insight into bidding and quoting jobs professionally for any contractor.
Bro. Ur awesome for doing this!!! Many blessings to you!!!
Much respect for that advice! People will pay for advice like this. You're awesome!!!
Thank you Gilbert!
THANK YOU.. I just received my C8 Contractors License and I'm preparing for my State Board exam for my General Building License.. I don't know where to start with my business.. Watching ur video's is giving me a general idea of some of the things I need to do.. man ur video's are so amazing.. Thank You..
Thanks Kalini! Good luck with your new business!
Great job. Thats what a good contractor needs to know. Thanks
I'm trying to have 2 walls built where my General Home Contractor failed to finish my handicap home. I live in a very rural area, It is extremely difficult to find anyone willing to work for a reasonable amount here... I love your process of outlining "all" the associated costs however... the home owner may appreciate it or they may not. Knowing that you make roughly 1/2 doing commercial jobs then doubling that for ordinary hard working families "because" you can seems a bit greedy. I also believe the home owner may not wish to be "micro" analyzed and informed of EVERY nickel and dime cost, however because of my nature.. I like being completely informed.
Thank you, your honesty and work ethic is reassuring... just wish we had honest businesses in Southern Ohio (OH in General). There is absolutely NO liability here, in West Virginia companies must be licensed and insured.. Ohio only requires a business license(100 dollars or so).. its is very sketchy and risky as a home owner to hire "flunkies" who think they know everything only to ruin it all.
Ok.. enough, thanks. Great Video...
Ps...would loved to have seen the FINAL product when completed
Thank you for the awesome comments, I really appreciate you being here and watching and hope that the vids have helped you out!
Dig it!
Lots of info. I’ve got a blank proposal that I’ve set up for my tree company. I like the lien statement. Might need to add THAT. The customers seem to be more agreeable to the price if they see where their money goes and for what. I always encourage them get other bids as well.
Very informative and answered alot of questions i had in mind . Awesome video thanks
I just want to say thank you! You are appreciated.
Thank you sir!
thank you so much for making these videos. i watch every one start to finish and really have been learning ALOT from them. Tons and tons of great information that i really plan to use in the future.
+ny450 That is awesome to hear! Thanks for the feedback!
I run a tree service and iv been trying to branch out into this type of work and iv been learning from you so much
This video was very helpful with the bidding of jobs, thank you.
hi Stanley I love your videos Man.I've been doing landscaping for about 7 years now and we transitioned into a construction company as well. Customers love us because they only need to call one company we can remodel your home and hardscape and landscape your home as well. I'm having a hard time this year with customers not understanding that things cost money,it's getting really frustrating. Here I am an established company that does phenomenal work and cares about every customer making sure I put everything I am into every job that I do and I'm kind of struggling right now I just don't understand it. I'm one of those guys that has as much energy as 20 guys and I'm so ambitious and such a go-getter I amaze people but at the same time I'm not making the money I feel that I should be it just boggles my mind
Stanley you are awesome man. Keep up the good work and keep dishin' out them videos. Very helpful bro. -Jonathan
Thanks man. Really generous of you to share all of this useful info. Planning to hardscape/landscape a steep slope, backyard of a lake house. Really appreciate all of your videos. Brian, NY
Really good video. Thanks for taking the time out to make it.
These are really great videos. Thank you for uploading and sharing your insight.
Just looking into starting my own business with this and your videos are invaluable, sir
That's awesome to hear Josh, best of luck in your new business!!
I wonder ow much it would be for this work be done in 2022. Outstanding work thought. Very informative video
Love your videos they help me so much just did my first versa Lok wall came out decent got hired to do another job in the same neighborhood keep up the good work bro
Thanks and I'm happy to hear that the videos help you out !
Hello, I'm new to your channel. I'm starting my own business, and im on a learning curve, and watching a few of your videos especially this one just revamped me you're a real inspirational guy. Thanks! God bless!
Wow that's awesome! Thanks for being here Mario 😀
Awesome video. I use a customer relationship manager program to do my quotes now. All my pricings are preloaded etc. Love your information!
Efficient!
Awesome video. I really love these videos, but I please keep them coming! The do help so much
Awesome thank you! Its been 20 years since I've been in the industry and trying like heck to reducate myself now that I am in the beginning stages of starting my own landscape company....thx
I appreciate you Stan, God bless.
Thanks Stanley for explanation, you rock!
i gotta say i like this guys work ethic
I can't wait to see a video from you about building French drains before building basement foundation in a water area and how to waterproof a foundation that's near a stream.
Thanks for sharing, I'll keep that in mind.
thank you Stanley, im currently a 50 / 50 mowing and light landscaping business. I am interested in getting into retaining walls, so this video was great. Please keep up the training videos. Very few good ones out there.
+Jon Zimmerman I will keep posting them up-your feedback helps!
Stanley, You are the best.
This was awesome! I'm not in the business nor thinking about going into the business, but have always wondered how this part was done. Thanks for sharing... Mike
You're a fantastic teacher, Stanley. I've subscribed to you on both my youtube accounts :D lots of love coming from your northern neighbours, eh.
Thank you!
Yeah, baby! Inform, support, entertain! Great vid. So helpful. May I ask what your motivation is for doing this? You're definitely part of the solution, and not the problem.
Its my way of helping people. I wanted to be a doctor but did construction instead.
@@Dirtmonkey Good to hear. It's the same when you add quality to others' lives.
Excellent! I can't thank you enough for your time. You TRULY helped my business grow and succeed this summer. Due to my success this summer so far, my wife gets to take a couple months off with our son on the way. Again, THANK YOU.
I'd love to see any specifics on compaction and nitty-gritty details of paver patios / retaining walls. Also, ANYTHING related to taxes and insurance on the business side.
+hollamby75 Thanks! I have one Tax video coming out in September-Hope it helps!
Great video! Thanks for the insight! 👍🏻 I’ve recently started to break down quotes/estimates and it has paid off immediately for both parties. So we can parrrty, after the job is done of course 😎
Thanks Matha!
Thank you for the training you provide.
GREAT JOB EXPLAINED VERY WELL !!!😊
Thanks a lot Ron !
Watched 2 of your videos so far love them so much detail and great explaining I'm looking at getting one built for me this has gave me great knowledge thanks. Oh I love how you put the flag on your quotes. If I get a business I will doing this for sure.
Very good point of building proposal into portions I break mine down from site preparation including demolition by square foot and or face feet and additionally the expense of disposal of debris by ton or cubic yard s. An additional line item of Installtion of this example retaining wall by the face foot including labor and materials per face foot broken down to disclose inevent that you have a project that is stopped by the customer a clear delineation of as amount is due for material and services provided are easily and clearly reducing potential losses in a potential and unlikely litigation hope this helps
Thanks for the comments Marc!
Hi Jordan I watch your video an it was very helpful I was wondering How to connect the wall at a corner
thank you for making these videos. I have been going thru these and all are great.
Thanks Stan - great information :)
Loved the video, but I live in an tropical area (Puerto Rico) and I need to build at least a 3-4 foot retaining wall in my back yard and about 10 feet long. The soil is clay like material. What should I use or how should I have it built? I also have an avocado tree that is small, but it would land 2 feet close to the wall should I move it and how far. Thanks for your advice. Sandra
Thank you for these videos. So much great info in all of them.
Excellent Stanley, very good explanation. Even I understood it. LOL
+TopNotchLawns Thanks Brian. Love your Vlog videos. You Inspired me to do more.
Thank you for sharing your time and craftsmanship very nice job on the content. How do you start your base compaction on walls
hey thats the best brake down ive seen... now if your jobs are booked and with the deposit down but your date of build is a year or more out! with inflation hits would you change the price of job on your customer...or just work with them based on the amount...
I’ve got a retainer wall that I want removed and replaced. I’ve been watching these videos and have learned a lot! I just wish contractors were honest with their prices.
As a consumer listening to this, I'm hearing profit profit profit.
@@tonymontana3742 .
Do you work for profit or charity?
@@sergiotorres3573 A consumer wants value, if the perception is a huge profit margin, they'll look elsewhere. Your welcome.
Dude Thanks This video is amazing. I haven't even got past the add yet but I can comment with confidence that it will be amazing!
+J.L. Landscaping and property maintenance Awesome!
and it was great
Love your videos...im going into business for myself soon and I really appreciate you taking the time to make these videos.
I wish I had these videos or even someone to teach me past 20 years. Find a good mentor. This is great start. There are also estimating and pricing book at Big hardware stores...
Thank you Stan.
Thanks dude I'm starting up and this video just help quotes retaining wall and I learned a lot especially on those disclaimers to put a lean on someone who doesn't. I just lost some money last week about $650, it was a lot but for my blood and sweat I felt like a fool and so disappointed, thanks and keep doing the great job with these videos
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The a 650$ lesson
great video's Stan..you have help me so much in advance tips.. and pricing on Landscaping Job's I have done this year just like to say Thanks and I will continue watching your videos.. GOD BLESS
+Richards Lawn Care Thank you! Appreciate hearing from you!
That is y I call it itemizing ,proposals hate insurance proposals they want to know how many bricks and nails need and price for each nail before they approve it . Great job wish you be in va area thanks
thank you. very informative and so nice of you to share your knowledge.
+CrankedKenwood Thanks!
Let me start with, you are awesome! You are willing to help. I have bid on three landscape jobs and did not get them. I priced them according to what I have seen and heard others on youtube do which is double the cost of materials. Well, before I gave the bid, I modified the cost due to how much these jobs were going to cost. I measured and priced accordingly. I watch a lot of videos on RUclips for educational purposes and how-to videos. You really broke this down and it is what us new guys need. Thank you. I don't want to get all religious on your page, but I am praying for help from the good Lord because I do not know what else to do. I have gone as far as to consider charging $15 for a quote on any and all landscaping jobs. Let me know if you have any suggestions.
I just want to say thanks man you helped a lot!
Of course dude! You're welcome
this is pretty helpful advice for any kind of project based business.
Yay! Thank you so much! Recommended from a fellow contracter and I'm on that learning curve... thanks so much!
+Michael Whitmire Hope I can help out. Thanks for the feedback.
It is a very good information, question: is french drainage consider?, the pressure that the wall recieve is very massive, if we see the height of the upper plattform is very considerable. other question: a concrete wall will not more suitable?
Excellent points man! 👍👍
How do you only have 6600 subscribers? you have so much great content. you should have 25k + subscribers.
+jason shuler Thank you ;)
Nice job again! on your info, and sharing your experience. :)
Thank you!
Love this kind of content Stan, excellent explanation. Would appreciate to know your take on how you juggle a business, family, friends, and yourself. Thanks again,
Steve
+Steve Mederos I was thinking of interviewing my wife for that one. How to keep a happy marriage when your in the contracting business.