Michael Pletz
How to Hardscape
A podcast dedicated to helping hardscapers start and grow their business. If you are a hardscaper, landscaper, or a contractor of any sort, this podcast is going to help you professionally. Landscaping companies and contractors alike will benefit from discussions with leading experts in the industry talking installation, tools, products, marketing, business, and so much more to help you grow your business. Whether you are a lawn care specialist, a contractor looking to add new services to grow your bottom line, or already active in the industry, there are topics covered that will help you.
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Michael Pletz
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Latest episode
Jul 6, 2026
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Episodes
#IAmaHardscaper: Danny of Niche Gardens 16.11.2020 1:10:03
Today we have Danny of Niche Gardens SC on the show for another episode in the #IAmaHardscaper Series.
Growing a Landscaping Business with Mark Bradley of LMN 09.11.2020 41:17
Today we have Mark Bradley of LMN back on the show to talk about how he grew his landscaping business to over $50 million. We talk about growth, marketing, employees, and systems among many other wide ranging topics.
#IAmaHardscaper: Adam of Lilley Hardscaping 02.11.2020 41:40
Today we are joined by Adam of Lilley Hardscaping for another episode in our #IAmaHardscaper Series.
#IAmaHardscaper: Evan of Pride Hardscape 26.10.2020 1:01:32
Today on another episode in the #IAmaHardscaper Series, we are joined by Evan of Pride Hardscape.
#IAmaHardscaper: Nick of Earthworks Landscaping 19.10.2020 1:00:33
Today we are joined by Nick of Earthworks Landscaping for another episode of our #IAmaHardscaper series.
#IAmaHardscaper: Mike of Paver King 12.10.2020 1:33:16
Today we are joined by Mike of Paver King for another episode of our #IAmaHardscaper series, answering your questions!
#IAmaHardscaper: Greg and Errol of Valley Outdoor Design 05.10.2020 1:27:22
Today we are joined by Greg and Errol of Valley Outdoor Design for another episode of our #IAmaHardscaper series.
#IAmaHardscaper: Josh of Sutton Outdoor 28.09.2020 1:07:49
On today's episode, we feature Josh of Sutton Outdoor for another episode of our #IAmaHardscaper series.
Leadership as a Business Owner with Mark Nesbitt 21.09.2020 32:19
Today we are joined by Mark Nesbitt, founder of Nesbitt Training where he works to build better leaders through coaching, training, and speaking. Today he talks with us about what it means to be a leader in your business and how you can work to build up the employees in your business.
#IAmaHardscaper Round Table with Premier Outdoor Living and RC Outdoor 14.09.2020 2:06:03
On today's episode we talk with Richard of RC Outdoor and Sean of Premier Outdoor Living for a round table talk about their hardscape businesses.
Selling and Installing Ponds with Greg Wittstock "The Pond Guy" 07.09.2020 27:20
Today we are joined by Greg Wittstock aka the Pond Guy. He is the owner and CEO of Aquascape, manufacturers of ponds and other outdoor water features. We talk today about why you should be including water features into the services that you offer your customers and how you can sell your customers on these features.
Radiant Heating for Hardscapes with Proline Radiant Heat Solutions 31.08.2020 42:07
On today's episode, we are joined by Larry Steveson of Proline Radiant Heat Solutions to talk about installation and sales of radiant heat snow melting products for hardscapes.
#IAmaHardscaper Round Table with Auman Landscape, J Squared Outdoor, and Mulder Maintenance 24.08.2020 1:34:43
On today's episode we talk with Caleb Auman of Auman Landscape, Jeremy Swihart of J Squared Outdoor and Andy Mulder of Mulder Maintenance and Services for a round table talk about their hardscape businesses.
#IAmaHardscaper Interview Takeaways and Round Up 17.08.2020 28:28
On today's episode I talk about various topics that have stood out on past #IAmaHardscaper interviews and what the future holds for these series of interviews.
Excavation and Subsoil Preparation Practices with Paver Pete 10.08.2020 27:13
Today on the podcast we are joined by Paver Pete to talk best excavation practices to keep your job site running efficiently and what you should be doing to prepare your subsoil for base preparation.
#IAmaHardscaper: Dylan of D and R Hardscapes 03.08.2020 1:15:52
On today's episode, we feature Dylan of D and R Hardscapes for another episode of our #IAmaHardscaper series.
#IAmaHardscaper: John of Signature Landscape 27.07.2020 46:41
On today's episode, we have John of Signature Landscape on the show for another episode in the series of #IAmaHardscaper.
#IAmaHardscaper: Jordan and Kyle of Evolve Design Build 20.07.2020 1:07:18
On today's episode of the #IAmaHardscaper series, we interview Jordan and Kyle of Evolve Design Build.
Weigh Safe on Trailer Safety 13.07.2020 29:53
Today we are joined by Chris Procopio who is the Director of Sales for Weigh Safe, a product that is designed to help you measure tongue weight. We talk about this product and many factors that affect trailer safety.
#IAmaHardscaper: Mike Arnold of Creekside Outdoor Living 06.07.2020 43:34
Today I am joined by Mike of Creekside Outdoor Living for another episode of #IAmaHardscaper where I sit down and interview a hardscape business owner.
Retaining Wall Construction with Risi Stone and Unilock 29.06.2020 44:18
Today we are joined by Tyler Matys, President of Risi Stone, and Ray Rodenburgh of Unilock. We take this episode to discuss retaining walls and a lot of information in regards to constructing one, what needs to be considered, and lots of valuable resources available to you from Risi Stone and Unilock.
#IAmaHardscaper: Tony Zambito of Groupe Zamco 22.06.2020 52:18
On today's episode, we are joined by Tony of Groupe Zamco for another episode of #IAmaHardscaper where we sit down and interview a hardscape business owner.
Talking Sales with Gary Ross of Allies in Leadership 15.06.2020 38:23
Today I am joined by Gary Ross of Allies in Leadership to talk about sales.
Operating a Lean and Efficient Business with Frank Bourque 08.06.2020 32:10
Today we are joined by Frank Bourque to talk about 5 steps to operating a more lean and efficient business.
Compaction with Bartell Global 01.06.2020 35:24
On today's episode, we are joined by Brian Fortner of Bartell Global to talk about everything you need to know about compaction.
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