How to Start Your Lawn Care Business in 5 Easy Steps

Looking to start a lawn care business? Well, you are in the right place to find great information. We know all about starting lawn care companies. This infographic does a great job of breaking down how to start a lawn care business in 5 simple steps. Let's take a look. 

What are the 5 steps to starting my lawn care company?

The 5 steps to starting your company are naming your business, choosing your business structure, registering your business with the Secretary of State, getting your Employer Identification Number (EIN), and applying for the necessary licenses and permits.

How do I name my business?

Naming your company is a fairly simple process. Perhaps the hardest part is selecting the name you want. Once you have selected your business name, you want to get a DBA. The process will vary from city to city and state to state. Be sure to register for a trademark to protect your brand in the long-run. 

What business structure should I choose?

Your business structure will determine a lot of the dynamics of your company. Choosing the right structure will depend on a lot of your goals. When it comes to lawn care most companies register as a sole proprietorship or an LLC. 

How do I get an EIN?

Once you have registered your business, you can get an EIN by visiting the IRS.gov website. The process of getting an EIN is pretty straight forward, but again it will depend on the structure you have chosen for your company. 

What permits and licenses do I need to start a lawn care company?

In most states and cities you don’t need anything beyond a DBA and a business license to operate a lawn care company. But you will need to dive into your local laws and do some research to figure that out. 

The Infographic outlines five steps to start a lawn care business: 1) Name your business and get a DBA and trademark, 2) Choose a business structure (often a sole proprietorship or LLC for lawn care), 3) Register your business with the Secretary of State, 4) Obtain an Employer Identification Number (EIN) from the IRS.gov website, and 5) Apply for necessary licenses and permits, which vary by location. 

This infographic was produced by MollaeiLaw.com, for more great info on starting a lawn care business. Jump on over to our blog for lawn care pros. And be sure to check in as we are constantly updating our blogs with more great content! 

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