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What To Look for When Buying Used Curbing Equipment (And Red Flags to Avoid)

What To Look for When Buying Used Curbing Equipment (And Red Flags to Avoid)

April 2, 2026

Buying used curbing equipment can get a curbing business off the ground for less upfront—or saddle you with a machine that fails mid-job and costs more to fix than it did to buy. Curb Depot’s used curbing equipment marketplace helps buyers find vetted options, but knowing what to inspect is what protects the investment. After …

Concrete Curbing for Commercial Properties: Parking Lots, HOAs, and Retail Centers

Concrete Curbing for Commercial Properties: Parking Lots, HOAs, and Retail Centers

April 1, 2026

Commercial concrete curbing contracts are a major growth opportunity for curbing business owners who are ready to move beyond residential jobs. HOA communities, retail centers, and parking lots mean larger linear footage, repeat maintenance agreements, and multi-stakeholder sales. Curb Depot has equipped and trained over 500 curbing business owners across the U.S. and Canada so …

5 Top Landscape Edging Solutions for Mulch Control

5 Top Landscape Edging Solutions for Mulch Control

March 18, 2026

The best landscape edging for mulch is a continuous, gap-free physical barrier between mulched beds and the lawn. Plastic and rubber edging work in mild climates; metal edging holds a cleaner line; brick and stone look sharp but leave gaps. Poured concrete curbing is the most durable option for sealing the border long-term. Curb Depot’s …

Best Edging for Flower Beds: Budget to Premium Options

Best Edging for Flower Beds: Budget to Premium Options

March 16, 2026

The best edging for flower beds ranges from $0.50/foot plastic strip all the way to $8–$15/foot installed concrete curbing. Most homeowners start by searching this exact question online, comparing cheap options side by side. As a curbing contractor, understanding what your customers are looking at (and why they eventually call you) is how you close …

6 Tree Ring Edging Ideas That Boost Curb Appeal

6 Tree Ring Edging Ideas That Boost Curb Appeal

March 12, 2026

Tree ring edging ideas are one of the most common requests curbing contractors field from residential clients. Knowing every option helps you sell the one that actually makes you money. From stamped concrete to loose river rock, homeowners browse Pinterest and show up with different ideas. Your job is to guide them toward the material …

Concrete Sealing for Landscape Curbing: When, Why, and How to Seal

Concrete Sealing for Landscape Curbing: When, Why, and How to Seal

March 10, 2026

Sealing concrete landscape curbing protects integral color from fading, prevents surface spalling in freeze-thaw conditions, and can be the difference between curbing that lasts 10-15 years and curbing that lasts 25-30 years or more. For curbing contractors, sealing is one of the easiest recurring revenue streams. Curb Depot recommends applying a quality sealer 28-30 days …

How To Write a Business Plan for a Concrete Curbing Company

How To Write a Business Plan for a Concrete Curbing Company

March 9, 2026

A curbing business plan is a written document that outlines what your business does, who it serves, what it costs to operate, and how you’ll make money. It doesn’t need to be long. Five focused sections are enough to protect you from the most common and costly mistakes new curbing owners make. Curb Depot has …

Commercial Concrete Curbing: Opportunities in Parking Lots and Retail

Commercial Concrete Curbing: Opportunities in Parking Lots and Retail

March 6, 2026

Commercial concrete curbing is one of the highest-revenue service categories available to landscape curbing contractors. Single parking lot jobs often run 2,000 to 10,000+ linear feet at $10 to $20 per foot depending on the scope and complexity. Most markets are still underserved, meaning contractors who position themselves for commercial work now face far less …

Best Curbing Machines Compared: A Contractor and Buyer’s Guide

Best Curbing Machines Compared: A Contractor and Buyer’s Guide

March 4, 2026

The best curbing machine for landscape contractors delivers consistent output across varying terrain, changes molds fast enough to keep a multi-job day on schedule, and doesn’t eat your margins in maintenance costs. Three machines dominate the walk-behind landscape curbing market: the Lil’ Bubba Hornet EP, the Tygar Bengal, and Curb Depot’s Harpten. Each takes a …

How Long Does Concrete Curbing Last? Lifespan and Durability Guide

How Long Does Concrete Curbing Last? Lifespan and Durability Guide

March 2, 2026

With proper installation and regular sealing, concrete curbing can last 20 to 30 years or more. The key variables are concrete mix quality, reinforcement, and how consistently the curbing is sealed over time. Curb Depot has helped 500+ curbing business owners across the U.S. and Canada install curbing that holds up for decades. The difference …