Most operators avoid vacant blocks. Too thick. Too messy. Too hard. Good. That’s exactly why they pay well. There’s less competition because most blokes don’t have the gear, systems, or confidence to handle them properly. When you approach these jobs the right way, they’re not chaos — they’re opportunity. If you’ve got: ✔ A solid mower ✔ A proper brush cutter (set up right) ✔ Blades when needed ✔ Proper PPE ✔ A clear plan before you start Vacant blocks can become some of the highest-margin jobs in your mowing business. Real estates need them. Owners get council notices New builds need site preps. This isn’t just grass cutting. You’re solving a compliance issues. You're reducing fire risk. You're preventing fines. That’s value. 💰 Pro mindset shift: Don’t price these like a lawn. Price them like a problem being solved. Let’s talk: Who here has done a vacant block? • What did you charge? • What gear did you run? • What would you do differently next time? Drop it below 👇 Let’s raise the standard and build operators who aren’t scared of thick stuff. — Jared 🍃

🧠 Job Overview: Client needed a rough bushy yard area cleared up — light regrowth, a dead tree, and general overgrowth. This is a typical clean-up job that comes up often and can look worse than it is. 🔧 Work Done (Actual Time: 40 mins, 2 men) - 🔄 Full site brushcut and rake-up (2x FS240s) - 🌳 Dead tree removed (MS180 chainsaw) - 🌿 Light regrowth cut back - 🗑️ 1 Bulka bag of green waste + tree taken off-site - 💦 Knapsack of Roundup 📏 Quoted: $420 (Fixed Price) Client: Very happy Result: Site looked sharp, fast turnaround, professional finish Time Spent: 2 men × 40 mins = 1.33 hours total crew time 📉 Where the Over-Quote Happened: I priced this as if it would take closer to 2–2.5 hours with disposal, regrowth, and tree removal. But once boots hit the ground, it was a breeze. ✅ Lessons for the Lawn Bosses: Not All Jungles Are Created Equal - Photos can look gnarly, but some sites whip up faster than expected. - Consider: regrowth vs thick scrub, size of the area, tree removal complexity. Know Your Team Speed - Two experienced operators with sharp gear can absolutely punch through work. - If you’re fast and efficient, adjust quoting margins accordingly (or switch to hourly for unknowns). Include a Disposal Buffer - Green waste removal always takes time and vehicle space — even one bag + a tree can be a 20–30 min job including load-up and dump time. Fixed Quotes vs Hourly - Fixed quoting works when you're confident in the scope. - Hourly rates give more protection when you’re unsure — or charge “up to $X” and specify inclusions. Sometimes You Win on Time, Not Margin - You might not hit a big profit, but turning over fast jobs keeps momentum and builds trust with the client. ⚖️ Final Thoughts: A slight miss on margin — but a solid win on speed, outcome, and customer satisfaction. Every job is a lesson. Keep refining, keep quoting smarter. Mow, Compete, Succeed!