If I was going to start a landscaping business would I need education or a degree in something?

I’ m doing this for a project. I know you first need a business license and insurance.

The business is ONLY cutting grass and packing leaves(not really landscaping), and in the winter snowplowing. Would I need to obtain a degree or could I start right of the bat in this case?

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3 Responses to “If I was going to start a landscaping business would I need education or a degree in something?”

  1. dusty_titus says:

    No, this kind of manual labor doesn’t require any degrees or education. However, if you should try to branch out into tree trimming – that’s a discipline that requires a degree. Arborists are very vain about that.

  2. Steve says:

    Hi Rob,

    No you don’t need a degree, however if you want to study more about running a lawn care business there is a free online class here.
    http://www.gopherforum.com/index.php?pageid=GopherHaul-Lawn-Care-Business-School

    It’s a part of the Gopher Lawn Care Business forum.
    http://www.gopherforum.com

    Depending on your area, you might not even need a business license. But you would need insurance, especially if you want to perform services for commercial properties.

    I hope this helps!

  3. Carly C says:

    No need for a degree. You can start right away. You might want to work for another landscaping company so you can gain experience and the knowledge to start yourself.

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