Let it Snow! - Make Money Snow Shoveling

Note: This post does not apply if snow does not fall in your area.

The weather is frigid. The grass is far beyond its first frost, and why would you mow a lawn if the grass isn't growing? All the leaves have left the trees, and the only house that doesn't have raked leaves is the haunted one down the street. You know, the one that little Jimmy went into a few years ago, and no one heard of him again? But enough of my prattling. The point is, you won't be making money mowing, and you won't be making money raking leaves. You might be broke. So how are you going to make money? Snow shoveling.

Snow shoveling is probably one of the most lucrative businesses you can take advantage of. People REALLY hate shoveling snow, more so than raking leaves or mowing lawns. So, you can make a good profit off of just a few walks and/or driveways.

So school has been canceled, and you sit and drink hot chocolate in your pajamas or go sledding as it continually snows. When the snow stops, call your buddy. You know, the one that's twice as big as you and not very smart. Get your snow shovels and go door to door, asking people if you can shovel their driveways and walks for a fee. Be willing to negotiate. Unlucky enough to not own a snow shovel? Well, you can obtain one at Sears or Home Depot, or you can just go to the local hardware store. They will probably be around $20 or so, but will almost certainly be worth the investment.

After you have done a superb job shoveling someone's walk and/or driveway, tell this potential customer that your lawn service will provide [insert the services you provide] in the spring and summer. Remember to always be extremely respectful and polite.

Shoveling snow is a great way to make some winter cash as well as obtain potential customers. Move the snow and make some dough! (Clever, eh?)

Labels: services, Winter