What can I relisticly expet to do

[Shane Scaife]

How many yards can I realistically expect to do a day? I have a 36" scag with a sulky. Most clients in my area have yards that range from 800 sq ft to about an acre. I would like to be in the middle price range of $25-$40. I'm trying to figure a budget for next year and have no idea how to figure income for next year. I would like to do lawn care full time. 8 to 10 hrs a day, 5 to 6 days a week. Ideas with a helper and without would be helpful
Thanks

[Phil Nilsson]

In the early stages accounts are likely to be somewhat scattered, more drive time, but a lawn visit is likely to be under 30 total minutes on site.

[mariner]

I was in your situation this year and at one point I had 50 mowing customers. Realistically ,throughout the year ,I maintained about 40. I had a helper and we did them in three days. The other 3-4 days a week I sprayed and aerated/seeded lawns by myself.