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November 9, 2026

October 26, 2026

AI estimating software: How Tofu turns a job description into a priced estimate

Tofu Field Service just launched AI estimates. Here is what they can do, how accurate they are, and how they compare with other AI estimating tools.

Maria Shkutnik

9 min read

HVAC contractor checking an AI-drafted estimate on his phone

How to start a tree service business: Step-by-step guide

You can start a tree service for a few thousand dollars – here's the step-by-step guide to licensing, insurance, gear, pricing for profit, and landing your first jobs.

Ekaterina Lazukina

June 15, 2026

November 9, 2026

10 min read

Tree service marketing in 2026: How to fill the schedule with the jobs worth doing

A 2026 marketing guide for small tree-service crews and solo arborists, with 12 tactics for landing high-value removals and storm work over cheap trims.

Nancy Bell

June 14, 2026

November 9, 2026

13 min read

Landscaping marketing ideas: 30+ tactics that work in 2026

How to market a small landscaping business in 2026 – real numbers, 30+ tactics, and a clear starting point.

Nancy Bell

June 13, 2026

November 9, 2026

13 min read

Best apps for landscapers in 2026 (the ones that actually run the business)

A practical guide to the best apps for running a landscaping business – from scheduling and invoicing to crew tracking and finding new clients.

Ekaterina Lazukina

June 12, 2026

November 9, 2026

10 in read

Best apps for cleaning business in 2026 (the ones that actually run the business)

A practical guide to the best apps for running a cleaning business – from scheduling and invoicing to team tracking and finding new clients.

Maria Shkutnik

June 11, 2026

November 9, 2026

10 min read

How to start a lawn care business: 7-step guide for 2026

Start a lawn care business in under a month for as little as $300 – here's the 7-step playbook, from licenses and equipment to your first paying customers.

Lilit Grigoryan

June 11, 2026

November 9, 2026

10 min read

Pool service marketing: 11 effective strategies & tips for business owners

Pool service is a route business – here's how to market it like one. 11 tactics ranked by phase, cost, and what actually books recurring accounts.

Maria Shkutnik

June 10, 2026

November 9, 2026

9 min read

How to start a cleaning business: The complete step-by-step guide for 2026

Low startup costs, steady demand, and real recurring revenue – here's the complete step-by-step guide to launching a cleaning business in 2026.

Ekaterina Lazukina

June 9, 2026

November 9, 2026

12 min read

Marketing for plumbers in 2026: What works when most jobs are emergencies

When a pipe bursts, homeowners call the first plumber they find – and the first one to answer. Here's how to be that plumber in 2026.

Maria Shkutnik

June 8, 2026

November 9, 2026

11 min read

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