The Hidden Costs of Running My Gardening Business

A customer pays £1,000 for a gardening job—but that isn’t £1,000 in my pocket. Before I can pay myself, there’s a whole business to keep running. In this video, I break down the hidden costs of running my gardening and landscaping business: unpaid quoting, van repairs and fuel, tools, waste disposal, materials, admin, bad weather, quiet winters and the jobs that take longer than planned. I also explain why money in the business account isn’t always money I can spend, and why the price a customer sees only tells part of the story. I’m Mat, and this is part of my Road to Freedom—sharing the reality of building a business and creating more freedom for my family. If you’re self-employed, what’s the biggest cost people never see? And if you’re thinking about starting a gardening business, which one surprised you most? Let me know in the comments. Subscribe to follow the journey. Let’s get it. #GardeningBusiness #SelfEmployed #SmallBusinessUK #LandscapingBusiness #RoadToFreedom