Sarah PfleddererNov 3, 2023
Your ears are perked to a propane conversion, so now what? Refer to this walk-through on how to go about transitioning your fleet. Propane points of view “Ultimately, the decision to convert comes down to the willingness of the operator…
LM StaffOct 13, 2014
Steve Ferguson, a U.S. Lawns franchisee in Hampton Roads, Va., was featured in Entrepreneur’s “Franchise Players” Q-&-A interview column, advising readers on purchasing and operating a franchise. Ferguson got his start in the landscape industry at a young age, working…
LM StaffApr 22, 2021
U.S. Lawns, headquartered in Orlando, Fla., welcomed two inductees into the U.S. Lawns Hall of Fame at its annual conference at the Gaylord Opryland Resort & Convention Center in Nashville, Tenn. The Hall of Fame recognizes franchise owners “for…
LM StaffFeb 27, 2023
Landscape Management’s listing of the industry’s top 150 revenue-generating firms includes individual company figures. Check out an analysis of this data, the top 25 leaders in client mix and service segment, and the 75 LM150 companies that grew 10 percent or…
LM StaffAug 3, 2018
In step with U.S. Lawns’ encouragement to use greener fuels, a Hampton Roads, Va.-based U.S. Lawns franchise recently converted its mower fleet to propane under the supervision of East Coast Equipment, a John Deere dealer, and PAPCO, a Virginia Beach,…
Marisa PalmieriAug 2, 2018
Are you thinking about rebranding or spiffing up your company's logo? Here's a good reminder to consider more than what color you like or what merely looks good on paper. What Does the Color of Your Logo Say About Your…
LM StaffSep 11, 2013
U.S. Lawns President Ken Hutcheson unveiled the rebranding of U.S. Lawns to franchisees at its annual conference in Baltimore. The rebrand includes updated colors, logo, uniforms, fleet design, collateral, website, newly defined brand DNA as well as a new tagline,…
LM Sponsor and LM StaffJul 30, 2018
U.S. Lawns has been making dreams come true since 1986. Its more than 200 franchisees have started with just two things in common: a business mind and the desire to succeed. You won't be cutting grass, you'll be leading and…
LM StaffAug 1, 2018
U.S. Lawns held training sessions for its six newest franchisees, which are from five locations across the country. The week-long new franchise training took place at the company’s home office in Orlando, Fla. It immersed the entrepreneurs in the system…
LM StaffMar 29, 2013
ORLANDO, FLA.—Don’t tell U.S. Lawns about the slow economy: March came in like a lion when it comes to growth. The firm is building a stronger brand at a fast pace, having added four new franchise locations in March, now…
LM StaffJul 30, 2018
ORLANDO, FLA.—Coming off a record year of growth in 2012, U.S. Lawns jumpstarted 2013 by adding three new franchise locations in January. The addition of the new locations brings the U.S. Lawns network to 260 locations nationwide. All three new U.S. Lawns…
LM StaffJan 17, 2013
U.S. Lawns is now offering equipment dealers/suppliers $2,000 credit toward a vacation of their choice if a referred candidate purchases a franchise. In addition, $150 is being offered for each referred candidate who fills out a financial application. The company…
LM StaffJul 31, 2018
ORLANDO, FLA.—To support its franchise recruitment efforts, U.S. Lawns has introduced a dealer referral program: U.S. Lawns is now offering equipment dealers/suppliers $2,000 credit toward a vacation of their choice if a referred candidate purchases a franchise. In addition, $150…
LM StaffNov 3, 2023
ORLANDO, FL—With daytime temperatures in the 90s and nighttime temperatures in the 70s, U.S. Lawns is ready for snow and ice. Orlando is an unlikely place, and the dead of summer is an unlikely time to make preparations for snow…
Beth GeraciNov 3, 2023
Franchises have advanced, but franchisors aren’t too eager to mess with what’s long been a winning formula. With the advent of technology, increased emphasis on branding and better equipment, franchising has changed a lot over the years. But even with…
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