Calculate Mowing Rate per Man-Hour
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How to bid COMMERCIAL LAWN MOWING
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The next step is to establish a productivity rate for a single crew member in terms of square feet covered per hour. This rate varies depending on the size of the lot. For properties under 1 acre, assume a base rate of 10,000 square feet per man-hour. For larger lots, specifically 1 to 3 acres, the rate increases to 15,000 square feet per man-hour due to efficiencies gained on larger, less restrictive areas.
Goal: Determine how many square feet one person can mow per hour based on lot size.
Tools and materials
- Paper — Recording calculations and notes
- Pen — Taking notes and performing calculations