Landscaping businesses live and die by their truck equipment and parts. If you're launching a new landscaping enterprise, then you'll need vehicles capable of hauling your gear safely to each jobsite. The more organized your trucks are, the faster your crews will be able to get what they need and finish their work.

Whether your business uses a standard light-duty truck, a chassis cab, or a larger commercial vehicle, you have many options available to outfit it for landscaping duty. These three tips will ensure that your fleet has the right gear to get the job done.

1. Focus on Heavy Equipment First

Large, heavy equipment such as riding mowers should be your first concern when choosing upgrades and equipment for your business fleet. If your company uses one or more large mowers, then you'll need to decide whether to haul these items directly in the bed of your truck or in a towed trailer. Mounting a flatbed on a chassis cab can offer additional space even if you use a light-duty truck.

When deciding on whether a trailer is the better option, consider your common work sites. If you routinely perform jobs at residential properties with limited space, then you may find a trailer too unwieldy. In these cases, a flatbed attachment or even a slightly larger truck may be a better option.

2.  Invest in Safety Equipment

Although professional cordless electric tools are quickly becoming the standard, heavy-duty landscaping equipment is still typically powered by gasoline. Storing and transporting gas can be hazardous, so investing in safety equipment should be a high priority. Jerry can mounts offer an ideal solution for standard truck beds, flatbeds, and even enclosed box trucks.

When choosing a mount style, keep your work requirements in mind. Single can holders can be cost-effective, but multiple-can brackets are also available. Although it can be tempting to have extra capacity, you should avoid storing more gas than the minimum needed to complete your work.

3. Consider Power Equipment

If your crews will be using cordless equipment in addition to gas-powered gear, providing electrical power on-site can be helpful. Heavy-duty inverters will allow your landscaping teams to keep chargers plugged-in while working, ensuring that a fresh battery will always be available. If you have heavier electrical equipment or corded equipment, then a vehicle-mounted generator may be more suitable.

It can be easy to overlook the importance of correctly equipping your vehicles, but a well-managed fleet can help to increase the efficiency of your landscaping business. Providing your crews with the proper tools to transport their equipment to job sites in a safe and organized way will allow you to complete more work with fewer hassles.

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