Definition of Lawn Care Contractor
The grassy lawns of homes and businesses require regular upkeep. Lawn care contractors are the professionals who perform these services.
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Function
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Lawn care contractors use mowers and tractors to trim grass. Some lawn care contractors also apply fertilizer treatments or chemicals to kill grubs or other pests.
Features
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Lawn care contractors talk to customers by phone or in person to determine how they prefer their lawns to look. Contractors typically own their own mowers and tractors and bring along rakes and grass catchers to remove clippings.
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Time Frame
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In regions where it snows, the work of lawn care contractors is seasonal. Some contractors supplement their incomes in the winter by using their tractors and trucks to plow snow.
Requirements
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No specific education is required to be a lawn care contractor, but contractors must work carefully to prevent injury or damage to customers' property. Many states require contractors who use pesticides to obtain a license by passing a written examination.
Compensation
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In December 2009, lawn care contractors averaged annual salaries of $27,000, according to Indeed.com.
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