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968. The Fuel Surcharge Debate. Absorb It or Pass It On?

Published 3 months, 1 week ago
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Fuel prices are up, margins are tight, and contractors everywhere are feeling the squeeze. In this episode, we break down the real impact fuel costs have on lawn care, landscaping, and snow businesses—and whether you should absorb those increases or pass them along to customers. We're talking fuel surcharges, protecting profitability, route density, and the simple math most contractors overlook that can quietly cost them thousands each season. If you want to protect your bottom line without hurting customer relationships, this episode is for you.

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