summary

Join us as we discuss the upcoming season's challenges, equipment choices, and business strategies in the snow removal and landscaping industry. Our experts share insights on salt procurement, bid strategies, and managing multiple jobs while balancing full-time careers. In this episode, industry experts share insights on building a professional snow removal business, emphasizing proactive communication, quality marketing, and effective contract management. They discuss practical tips for new operators and the importance of industry standards to improve service and profitability.

key topics

Salt procurement and supply chain challenges
Equipment preferences and mini loader reviews
Bid strategies for upcoming contracts
Managing multiple jobs with a full-time career
Industry insights on snow and landscaping business Proactive client communication and property visits
Using videos and media to showcase professionalism
Effective contract and payment terms management
Salt supply challenges and industry regulation
Equipment preferences and operational tips

takeaways

Start early with bids for upcoming contracts.
Build relationships with salt suppliers and consider storage options.
Choose equipment based on availability and reliability.
Balance full-time jobs with side businesses effectively.
Plan for higher procurement costs and supply chain disruptions.

guest

Jordan Hice

Titles

Navigating the 2026-2027 Salt Shortage: Strategies for Contractors
Equipment Choices for Snow Season Success

sound bites

"Start early with your bids this year."
"Get to know the people before snow season"
"Use videos to show the quality of your work"

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Weather Talk
01:07 Preparing for the Upcoming Season
02:08 Jordan's Journey and Business Growth
05:01 Equipment Preferences and Experiences
07:54 Life After Winter: Expanding Services
10:36 Bidding for Contracts and Seasonal Work
13:40 Challenges in Snow Removal Contracts
15:51 Equipment Reliability and Preferences
22:31 Challenges in Snow Management
25:20 Building Professional Relationships
29:24 Leveraging Technology for Efficiency
34:15 Equipment Innovations and Experiences
37:13 Challenges with Salt Equipment
40:00 The Importance of De-Icing Techniques
41:28 Regulatory Issues in the Snow Industry
44:12 Payment Challenges in Snow Contracts
46:37 The Impact of National Companies on Payments
50:56 Proposed Solutions for the Snow Industry
56:41 Weather Variability and Its Effects
59:40 Advice for New Snow Business Owners
01:07:05 The Plow Profits.mp3

resources

Salt Supply Chain Insights - https://industrynews.com/salt-supply
Mini Loaders Review - https://equipmentreviews.com/mini-loaders
Bid Strategies for Contractors - https://contractorstrategies.com/bids
Site Photos Software - https://sitephotos.com
Hilltip Salt Spreaders - https://hilltip.com
Call Before You Dig - Snow Industry Initiative - https://callbeforeyoudig.com

Join Tony Bonventre and Earl McMahon Jr. as they discuss the unpredictable weather patterns, the impact on snow removal businesses, networking opportunities, and strategies for working with national companies in the snow industry. This episode offers valuable insights for contractors navigating seasonal challenges and industry relationships.