{"id":2672,"date":"2019-05-13T12:47:54","date_gmt":"2019-05-13T16:47:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.ontariobusinesscentral.ca\/blog\/?p=2672"},"modified":"2025-08-07T13:57:40","modified_gmt":"2025-08-07T17:57:40","slug":"5-easy-steps-to-start-your-own-landscape-business","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.ontariobusinesscentral.ca\/blog\/5-easy-steps-to-start-your-own-landscape-business\/","title":{"rendered":"5 Easy Steps to Start Your Own Landscape Business"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>No matter what the season, there\u2019s always a need for landscaping and exterior maintenance for both residential and commercial clients. From lawn maintenance to snow removal, there is a high demand for reliable, professional landscapers to complete a variety of jobs. If you\u2019ve got a passion for the field, and you\u2019re good at what you do, you can create a thriving landscaping business for yourself. Here are the basic steps you\u2019ll need to take to get your landscaping business growing:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 1 &#8211; Get Equipped<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>There are a number of different things you\u2019re going to need for your landscaping business, in order to complete each job properly and efficiently. Depending on the services you plan to offer, the equipment you\u2019ll need will change. The costs for buying everything you\u2019ll need can sometimes be quite high, so if you\u2019re just starting out and have a limited budget, there are a few options you can consider.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You may want to consider renting equipment, either for the season or as it\u2019s needed. Alternately, you could look for second-hand equipment that still has some life left in it. Lower-quality equipment may be another option, however, consider the additional time and cost you will potentially spend on maintaining cheaper equipment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When it comes to the equipment needed, there are the manual tools, such as shovels, rakes and hedge trimmers. But the bigger expenses come along with equipment like commercial riding lawn mowers, snowblowers, and of course a heavy duty truck and trailer to transport everything.<\/p>\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed-youtube wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-embed-aspect-4-3 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"lyte-wrapper\" style=\"width:1280px;max-width:100%;margin:5px;\"><div class=\"lyMe\" id=\"WYL_10AIRKo-fnc\"><div id=\"lyte_10AIRKo-fnc\" data-src=\"\/\/i.ytimg.com\/vi\/10AIRKo-fnc\/hqdefault.jpg\" class=\"pL\"><div class=\"tC\"><div class=\"tT\"><\/div><\/div><div class=\"play\"><\/div><div class=\"ctrl\"><div class=\"Lctrl\"><\/div><div class=\"Rctrl\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><noscript><a href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/10AIRKo-fnc\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i.ytimg.com\/vi\/10AIRKo-fnc\/0.jpg\" alt=\"YouTube video thumbnail\" width=\"1280\" height=\"700\" \/><br \/>Watch this video on YouTube<\/a><\/noscript><\/div><\/div><div class=\"lL\" style=\"max-width:100%;width:1280px;margin:5px;\"><\/div><figcaption><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 2 &#8211; Get Registered<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>There are two options for registering your business. You can either choose to register as a small business or to incorporate. Each type of registration has its benefits, so take a look at what each has to offer, and which would be best suited for your business needs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Limited Personal Liability<br><\/strong>Depending on the type of registration you\u2019re completing, there will be different determinations in the risk of your personal liability, should any personal or property loss occur due to your business&#8217; actions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Small business registrations are tied to individuals personally, meaning you are personally liable should any type of loss occur due to the business. But, with an incorporation the business is seen as a separate entity, so the liability risk is separate from the individuals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Name Protection<br><\/strong>There is no name protection for the business name with small business registrations, so other businesses can choose to register or incorporate using the exact same name or similar name without you having any recourse. Some jurisdictions will require a name reservation to be done, even for a small business registration. Prior to submitting your name reservation request or business registration, you can <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ontariobusinesscentral.ca\/forms\/preliminary-name-search-nuans-search-and-report.php\">Pre-Search the NUANS databank<\/a><\/strong> for matching or similar business names, to avoid any potential conflicts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A corporation will have name protection within the jurisdiction it is incorporated within, meaning no one else can incorporate a business using the exact same name within the same jurisdiction.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ontariobusinesscentral.ca\/forms\/business-registration.php\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1240\" height=\"650\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ontariobusinesscentral.ca\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/landscaping-business.jpg\" alt=\"Landscaping businesses are in high demand. Start your business today!\" class=\"wp-image-5410\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ontariobusinesscentral.ca\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/landscaping-business.jpg 1240w, https:\/\/www.ontariobusinesscentral.ca\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/landscaping-business-300x157.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.ontariobusinesscentral.ca\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/landscaping-business-1024x537.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.ontariobusinesscentral.ca\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/landscaping-business-768x403.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1240px) 100vw, 1240px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Tax Advantages<br><\/strong>Small businesses are tied to you personally with your personal income taxes, meaning you\u2019ll file the business taxes together as a part of your personal income tax filing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Because a corporation is a separate entity, the income taxes are done completely separate from you, the business owner. You may also be able to take advantage of lower tax rates and other tax savings through a corporation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Length of Registration<br><\/strong>Depending on the Province your small business licence is registered in, you may need to renew that registration every few years in order to keep it active. Corporations are in continual existence, and never require renewing, however you may need to file annual corporate filings to maintain your active status.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Changing Information<br><\/strong>There\u2019s much more flexibility for making changes with a corporation than with a business registration. For a corporation, everything about the business can be updated or amended, including the name, directors, and structure. Changes that can be made to small business registrations are quite limited, generally just allowing updates to addresses, business activity and, in the case of partnerships, updating partners listed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When you have determined what type of business set up you would like to proceed with, we offer registration or incorporation in a number of jurisdictions across Canada.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Ontario Business Central can help you register your small business in the following provinces:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"text-center\"><a class=\"ctabig-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ontariobusinesscentral.ca\/register-small-business-alberta.php\">ALBERTA REGISTRATION<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"text-center\"><a class=\"ctabig-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ontariobusinesscentral.ca\/register-small-business-british-columbia.php\">BRITISH COLUMBIA REGISTRATION<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"text-center\"><a class=\"ctabig-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ontariobusinesscentral.ca\/register-small-business-manitoba.php\">MANITOBA REGISTRATION<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"text-center\"><a class=\"ctabig-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ontariobusinesscentral.ca\/forms\/business-registration.php\">ONTARIO BUSINESS REGISTRATION<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"text-center\"><a class=\"ctabig-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ontariobusinesscentral.ca\/register-small-business-saskatchewan.php\">SASKATCHEWAN REGISTRATION<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We can also assist if you\u2019re looking to incorporate your business in any of these jurisdictions:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"text-center\"><a class=\"ctabig-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ontariobusinesscentral.ca\/incorporate-canada-federal.php\">FEDERAL (CANADA)<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"text-center\"><a class=\"ctabig-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ontariobusinesscentral.ca\/incorporate-in-alberta.php\">ALBERTA INCORPORATION<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"text-center\"><a class=\"ctabig-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ontariobusinesscentral.ca\/incorporate-in-british-columbia.php\">B.C. INCORPORATION<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"text-center\"><a class=\"ctabig-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ontariobusinesscentral.ca\/incorporate-in-manitoba.php\">MANITOBA INCORPORATION<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"text-center\"><a class=\"ctabig-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ontariobusinesscentral.ca\/incorporation-online.php\">ONTARIO INCORPORATION<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"text-center\"><a class=\"ctabig-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ontariobusinesscentral.ca\/incorporate-in-saskatchewan.php\">SASKATCHEWAN INCORPORATION<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 3 &#8211; Get Your Permits<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Depending on the area you\u2019re registered and operating it, you may require additional permits beyond your business registration or Incorporation. These permits can also vary, depending on the jobs you\u2019re carrying out and the equipment and supplies you\u2019re using. Anything from constructing a sign for your business to applying pesticides may be required &nbsp;to have a separate permit issued. A great resource to get an idea of what you might need is <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bizpal.ca\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">BizPal<\/a><\/strong>, which provides you with detailed information about business permits and licences, based on your municipality or city .<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 4 &#8211; Get A Plan Together<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Setting yourself and your business up for success means having a good idea of your business goals and a clear path for how you\u2019ll get there. Setting up a business plan and marketing strategy can help you create a clearer picture of what you want to achieve and what you need to do to get there. Once you\u2019ve got your strategy and marketing created, it\u2019s time to get the word out about your business and start building your client base. Use all of the outlets available to you to, including social media platforms, website, printed materials, signage and, of course, word of mouth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 5 &#8211; Get Financed<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Before you\u2019re able to open a bank account or get any financing, you\u2019re going to need to either register your business or incorporate to give to the bank. It\u2019s a good idea to try to find a bank that has experience in dealing with businesses, as opposed to common personal banking needs. The bank will want to see a copy of your photo ID and will want a copy of your registered or incorporation documents.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When you\u2019re ready to register your landscaping business, Ontario Business Central can help you in registering or incorporating your business quickly and easily.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Should you have any questions, please feel free to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ontariobusinesscentral.ca\/contactus.php\">reach out to our staff for additional information and assistance<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><a href=\"&#109;&#x61;&#105;&#x6c;&#116;&#x6f;:&#x69;n&#x71;u&#105;&#x72;&#105;&#x65;&#115;&#x40;&#111;&#x6e;t&#x61;r&#x69;o&#98;&#x75;&#115;&#x69;&#110;&#x65;&#115;&#x73;c&#x65;n&#x74;r&#97;&#x6c;&#46;&#x63;&#97;\">i&#110;&#x71;&#x75;i&#114;&#105;&#x65;&#x73;&#64;&#111;&#x6e;&#x74;a&#114;&#105;&#x6f;&#x62;u&#115;&#x69;&#x6e;e&#115;&#115;&#x63;&#x65;n&#116;&#x72;&#x61;l&#46;&#99;&#x61;<\/a><br>Toll-Free: 1-877-306-9458<br>Local: 1-416-599-9009<br>Fax: 1-866-294-4363<br>Office Hours: 9:00am \u2013 5:00pm<br>Monday \u2013 Friday E.S.T.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"color: #808080;\"><em>Ontario Business Central Inc. is not a law firm and cannot provide a legal opinion or advice. 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