Quickly estimating a lot size

[w0283767]

What methods do you guys use to quickly estimate a lot size? Same goes for area that would need trimming, edging, etc.

[veteranslawncaresystems]

i use a measuring tape that has a wheel on it

[Liberty Landscaping LLC]

I also use a measuring wheel that has a counter that you reset after evwry measurement.

[Steve]

I think the surveyors wheel would be really helpful to you.

http://www.surveyequipment.com/images/roadWheel_01.jpg

You can measure length and width of a property to find the area as well as measure linear feet of sections you need to trim, or edge.

[w0283767]

I've seen those before. I definitely need to pick one up. Thanks guys!

[Steve]

let us know how getting one changes the accuracy of your future bids.

[Shark1611]

What methods do you guys use to quickly estimate a lot size? Same goes for area that would need trimming, edging, etc.

Use my gopher lawn care estimating software (https://market.android.com/developer?pub=GopherHaul+Lawn+Care+Business+Show+% 26+Forum) that is on my phone.

[Shark1611]

I think the surveyors wheel would be really helpful to you.

http://www.surveyequipment.com/images/roadWheel_01.jpg

You can measure length and width of a property to find the area as well as measure linear feet of sections you need to trim, or edge.

i have one of these!

[w0283767]

I need to check out the software then!

[Sprinkler Buddy]

Once you have done it awhile, you can just walk the grounds and know how long it will take. You will also become better at estimating retention ponds, etc... things a tape can't help with all that much.