Little Landmines

Contractor Service Guidelines & Best Practices

We’re so glad to have you working with Little Landmines! This guide shares helpful tips and best practices that have worked well for our contractors. Everyone develops their own style—this is simply what tends to make the job easier, more efficient, and a great experience for our clients. These guidelines are intended as helpful recommendations and best practices only and do not control how contractors perform their work.

Using the Scheduling App

The app is your main hub for managing your work.

Most contractors use it to:

• View available jobs
• Plan their day and route
• Review client notes
• Track completed services

Once you accept a job, it will appear on your schedule for planning purposes.

Helpful Tips

• Many contractors check the app at the start of their day to map out their route
• Grouping nearby homes can save time and fuel
• Reviewing notes ahead of time helps avoid surprises

A Quick Reminder

The app is simply a tool to help keep things organized.

You maintain full control over:

• Which jobs you accept
• When you complete them
• How you organize your day

Before You Arrive

A quick heads-up text is often appreciated.

Many contractors send something like:

“Hi! This is [your name] with Little Landmines—I’ll be arriving shortly.”

This gives clients time to bring dogs inside if needed.

Arriving at the Property

• A quick visual check of the yard before entering is always helpful
• If dogs are out, use your judgment on whether to proceed
• Enter and exit gates carefully

Gate security is one of the most important parts of the job.

Cleaning the Yard

• Many contractors find a grid pattern helps ensure full coverage
• A quick scan before starting can make the job more efficient
• Double-bagging waste is a common best practice to prevent leaks

Between Homes

Keeping tools clean helps maintain a consistent experience for clients.

A quick spray of tools and shoes between visits is a great habit many contractors use.

When to Skip or Delay a Service

Contractors often choose to delay or skip service when:

• Dogs appear aggressive or unsafe
• Access is not available (locked gates, etc.)
• Yard conditions make the job unsafe
• Work is being done in the yard

When in doubt, safety comes first—use your judgment.

Weather

Weather can impact schedules—this is a normal part of the business.

Contractors typically adjust timing or reschedule based on safe working conditions.

Property Respect

• Avoid smoking on or near client properties
• Always leave the property as you found it
• Treat each home with care and respect

Client Experience

• A friendly, professional approach goes a long way
• Many clients have cameras, so it’s always best to assume you’re being seen
• Respectful communication helps build long-term relationships

Work Style

• Many contractors enjoy listening to music or podcasts while working
• Keeping volume low or using one earbud helps you stay aware of your surroundings

Work Smarter

• Find your own rhythm
• Build routes that make sense for you
• Small efficiencies add up quickly

The Little Landmines Way

What matters most:

• Being reliable
• Being respectful
• Doing a thorough job
• Taking care of the client’s property

Final Note

There’s no one “right” way to do this job—every contractor develops their own system.

These are simply the practices that have helped contractors succeed and keep clients happy.

We’re glad you’re here and appreciate the work you do!