March Updates from Kern Turf

Crush the Spring Rush

The busy season is really here. We're ready to support you at every step. Here's a couple of ideas to boost your success:

Climb the mountain as a team. A deluge of phone calls in a very short window can stress everybody in your organization. Make a real effort to promote teamwork. Gather your team and discuss expectations for good communication between your office (scheduling) and the field (production/service). You'll get more done with everyone on the same page.

Treat incoming calls like gold. A lot of opportunities show up at once, so be sure you're ready to quote and close projects when buyers are in the mood. The last couple of years have made sales seem easy, but now is not the time to take things for granted. Make sure you’re on your “A-game”: scheduling appointments fast, following-up to close, etc.

We're hitting the ground running. Let us know how we can support you in the weeks ahead.

The Team at Kern Turf Supply

Download the Free Property Drainage Checklist from NDS

The demand for stormwater management is stronger than ever, especially as we recover from unprecedented winter rains.

Homeowners rely on your expertise to ensure their landscape and property will be well protected from water damage and less susceptible to water damage in the future. We sell everything you need for complete drainage installations and can provide practical advice on design, installation and maintenance.

The NDS Property Drainage Assessment Checklist will help you address common homeowner drainage issues that can turn into golden opportunities for your business. It helps you identify common drainage problems, choose the right solutions and present these solutions to your clients. Download the drainage checklist here (PDF file) Then download their drainage calculation guide. (PDF file)

How Google Guaranteed Help a Lawn Care or Landscape Contractor

Part of the Google Local Service Ad offering, Google Guaranteed is a specific badge that demonstrates your company has completed more background checks than your competitors.

Getting Google Guaranteed status isn’t easy – and it’s not for contractors who are not committed to a strong on-line presence including an up-to-date Google Local profile and a well-tuned Google AdWords campaign. Receiving the Google Guaranteed badge requires a variety of steps including verification of business registration, insurance, and license. Put simply, Google isn’t going to say you’re worthy unless they’ve checked you out themselves.

The obvious benefit of Google Guaranteed status is improved traffic from your on-line presence. This is definitely worth it in an marketplace where most consumers are finding professionals on-line.

When does the badge appear? When you’re running Google ads. If you’re not running Google ads, this program won’t help you.

How do I get the badge? Engage directly with Google. Click this link to learn more. Start your process now so you're ahead of your competitors.

What types of contractors are covered? Many trades are offered including lawn care and landscaping. Irrigation is not included yet.

After Winter Rains, Plants Need Professional Pruning

Proper pruning increases plant health, beauty and nurtures your customers' landscapes to ideal maturity. Tackle any pruning challenge - from trees to shrubs to herbaceous plants - with our full offering of Corona pruning tools.

We're offering pro-grade hand-pruners, loppers, hedge shears, pruning saws, tree pruners and machetes. With features like razor-tooth saws, forged blades and aluminum handles, they're built to last.

Invest in your productivity with tools that will last. Stop by to see our full Corona selection.