Total Landscape Care

SEPTEMBER 2013 TotalLandscapeCare.com How To Master the Backhoe page 17 Top Mower Features for Operator Comfort page 23 TLC0913_Covers.indd 1 8/27/13 5:04 PM

• Cover
• Breaking Ground: Community Matters: Why service projects are important for your business
• Field Report: Landscapers Honor Fallen Soldiers: Green industry gather in D.C. for PLANET's Renewal & Remembrance
• Safety Watch: Afterhours Accident: Avoid mowing steep areas, especially at night.
• Equipment Matters: How To Master the Backhoe: Crank up operator efficiency with versatile machine
• Editor's Picks: Protect eyes, engines and walkways with these new products
• Lawn Maintenance: Relaxing on the Job: Why mower comfort is an important feature- even if you aren't in the seat
• Cover Story: Franchise Family: How and why some landscapers decide not to start a business from scratch
• Landscaper of the Year Finalist: Sacrifice Equals Success: With everything on the line, this landscaper pushed through the recession, refusing to fail.
• Featured Product Section: Safety First: Stay protected on the jobsite with this machine.
• Portfolio: Shaded Sanctuary: Driveway project turns into an entire yard renovation