Turf Nerds: A Lawn Care Podcast

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Use code NERDS to save 10% on Spencer Products ! In this Turf Nerds on Turf's Up Radio episode, Evan and Greg dive into the real story behind lawn care apps like Lawnstarter and Lawn Guru. Are they a legitimate business tool or just a middleman skimming your profits? Plus, a listener gets the cops called on him mid-mow, tick populations are surging in Michigan and lawn care pros need to pay attent...

Use code NERDS to save 10% on Spencer Products ! In this Turf Nerds on Turf's Up Radio episode, Evan and Greg kick off the show with a crash course in tick removal after Greg's son comes in from the woods with an unwanted passenger. Then it's straight into equipment pain: a cracked transmission casing on the ZS4000 that even the shop had never seen before, and a $1,600 bill to prove it. Plus, the...

Use code NERDS to save 10% on Spencer Products ! Week 1 of mowing season is here, and it's already chaos. In this Turf Nerds on Turf's Up Radio episode, Evan and Greg break down hydro leaks, equipment breakdowns, and the joys of scraping a grass-caked deck. Plus, that customer who complained about a $2 price increase? He came crawling back. They also get into wildlife encounters on the job, utilit...

Use code NERDS to save 10% on Spencer Products ! Spring is here and the lawn care confessions are rolling in! In this Turf Nerds on Turf's Up Radio episode, Evan and Greg break down the real first-week mowing experience, from bare spots and soil testing to the utility flag debate and tough route decisions. Should you drop longtime clients to tighten your schedule? Is a soil test worth it? Plus, Be...

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Use code NERDS to save 10% on Spencer Products ! Opening day is here! In this episode of Turf Nerds on Turf's Up Radio, we’re breaking down what REALLY happens when you turn the key on your mower. From pistons and crankshafts to PTO clutches, hydros, and blade speed, we walk through how your machine actually works, and why running at full throttle matters for a clean, professional cut. If you’ve e...

Use code NERDS to save 10% on Spencer Products ! Most lawn care guys don’t think about their trailer… until something fails. In this episode, we’re joined by Mike Daly from Kenda Americana Tire & Wheel, who’s spent 30 years in the trailer industry. We break down trailer tires, axles, blowouts, and the costly mistakes lawn pros make every day, plus what you should be checking before your next r...

Use code NERDS to save 10% on Spencer Products ! Big news! Turf Nerds is heading back to national TV on NEWSMAX with Carl Higbie! We break down what’s coming with that appearance, then dive into a powerful conversation with Charles Haddock of Specialized Property Care. Charles shares what it really takes to build a standout lawn care business, from delivering premium results to separating yourself...

Use code NERDS to save 10% on Spencer Products ! What started as a quick question about power seeding turned into a 40-minute rabbit hole nobody saw coming. In this episode of Turf Nerds on Turf's Up Radio, Evan and Greg break down soggy lawn struggles, sprinkler repairs, and riff on slit lawn seeding. Then they call up Eric "The Turf Teacher" Jones and things really take off. Eric drops his thoug...

Use code NERDS to save 10% on Spencer Products ! Spring is here and your clients are already testing you. In this episode of Turf Nerds on Turf's Up Radio, Evan and Greg break down the beginning-of-season letter every lawn care operator needs to set boundaries, get paid on time, and stop picking up sticks for free. From pet waste policies and rain delay communication to storm cleanup charges and r...

Use code NERDS to save 10% on Spencer Products ! What would you do differently if you had to start your lawn care business from scratch? In this episode of Turf Nerds on Turf's Up Radio, Evan and Greg get real about the equipment they'd buy first, the routes they'd tighten up, the clients they'd drop faster, and the confidence they wish they had on day one. Plus, a listener is paying 15% interest...

Use code NERDS to save 10% on Spencer Products ! Augusta National isn't just the most beautiful course in golf, it's a turf nerd's dream. In this episode of Turf Nerds on Turf's Up Radio, Evan and Greg break down the grass secrets behind the Masters, from bent grass greens cut at an eighth of an inch to the ryegrass overseeding that makes those fairways pop on TV. Then it's back to reality! Spring...

Use code NERDS to save 10% on Spencer Products ! It's Free-For-All Friday with Turf Nerds on Turf's Up Radio! Nothing is off limits! Evan breaks down his Toro Multi-Force deck leveling saga (including why ChatGPT outperforms the manual), Greg shares a cracked Bobcat deck repair story, and the guys debate the one spring cleanup job they flat-out refused — thanks to a very messy backyard. Plus: EFI...

Use code NERDS to save 10% on Spencer Products ! In this Turf Nerds on Turf's Up Radio episode, we sit down with Buster Davis of New Hope Cutz Lawn Care to break down how he built a 5-star lawn care business with over 70+ Google reviews. From quitting his IT job to going all-in on lawn care, Buster shares how systems like card-on-file payments, Yardbook, and strong customer service helped him grow...

Use code NERDS to save 10% on Spencer Products ! If you don’t know your numbers, your lawn care business could be losing money, even when you’re fully booked. In this episode of Turf Nerds on Turf's Up Radio, we sit down with Scott Molchan from Million Dollar Landscaper to break down how to properly price lawn care jobs in 2026, understand your true costs, and build a profitable business. From hou...

Use code NERDS to save 10% on Spencer Products ! In this episode of Turf Nerds on Turf's Up Radio, we break down how one simple Facebook comment turned into three aeration jobs in the same neighborhood, and why you don’t need to be first to win in lawn care marketing. Plus, we’re bringing back Lawn Care Laughs with some of the craziest stories we’ve ever read, from septic disasters to free landsca...

Use code NERDS to save 10% on Spencer Products ! Fuel prices are rising, fertilizer costs are climbing, and in some places you could face a $6,600 fine just for mowing your lawn at the wrong time. In this Green Industry Rundown, we break down the latest lawn care news, including spring lawn recovery tips, supply chain issues, and the rise of robotic mowers. What does it all mean for your lawn care...

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Use code NERDS to save 10% on Spencer Products ! Thinking about taking on an HOA mowing contract? In this Turf Nerds on Turf's Up Radio episode, we break down a real $6,000 lawn deal and whether it’s actually worth it. From biweekly mowing issues to route density, pricing, and long-term risk, this episode dives into what lawn care pros need to know before saying yes to HOA work. Don’t let a “big j...

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Spring is here, and so are wet lawns, demanding customers, and some truly weird neighbor stories. In this Turf Nerds on Turf's Up Radio episode, we break down real-life cleanup jobs, mowing challenges, equipment talk, and the situations every lawn care operator runs into this time of year. If you’re in the business, you’ll definitely relate to this one. Tap Here for Turf Nerds Merch!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠...

A $2 price increase… and the customer walked. In this Turf Nerds on Turf's Up Radio episode, we break down real lawn care pricing mistakes, dealing with difficult clients, and why cheap customers can cost you more than they’re worth. We also talk spring cleanups, mulch jobs, equipment hiccups, and getting ready for the busy mowing season. If you run a lawn care business, this one hits close to hom...