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Looking for a new commercial work truck?  You’re in luck!  Now’s the perfect time to get one…but you’d better hurry.  Various Stimulus Acts are in action that include provisions for Section 179 as well as Bonus Depreciation.  These enhancements typically expired at the end of the year, so you’d better get rolling.

What is Section 179?

Section 179 is part of the IRS Tax Code.  It allows business owners, such as truck drivers, to purchase qualifying equipment (like a commercial work vehicle) during the tax year and deduct the entire price on their tax returns.  You can pay cash, finance, or even lease a commercial truck and deduct the full price tag from your gross income which amounts to raw dollar savings since the amount of income you’re paying taxes on is less.


 

When it comes to service jobs or transporting, if you can dream it, you can do it with a Cab and Chassis.  If you have one, the sky is the limit to what you can accomplish with it and if you don’t have one…what are you waiting for? The time has never been better.

What is a Cab and Chassis?

Also called a half-truck or Cab Chassis, a Cab and Chassis is typically a medium-duty truck.  It has a type of construction that allows for a customized addition to go onto it in order to accommodate it for one of a number of options. 

Rather than the customer receiving a vehicle that has a pre-assembled factory build such as a Box Truck, Flatbed, or so forth, this type of truck simply has a [...]


 

 

Many people think of pest control being something that mostly takes place in the spring and summer but not true.  Exterminators are busy year-round with winter being one of their boom seasons. 

If you have a Pest Control business, you are probably no stranger to the fact and if you don’t have one, you might want to grab one while winter is still underway.

Winter is a High Time for Hibernation

Pests like ants and termites love to go inside where it’s warm to conserve their energy during the cold months.  As they are hibernating, they can easily wreak havoc on your home where they burrow in the walls and underneath the floors.  Exterminating in the winter helps prevent infestation.

Homeowners often secure packages that take [...]


 

Baby, it’s cold outside and in many areas of the US, it’s snowy or icy too.  If you are the owner and/or operator of a Dump Truck, you’ll want to make sure you’re safe in the slippery mess.

What is a Dump Truck?

Dump trucks are mainly used for transporting heavy, loose material such as waste from demolitions, sand, gravel, snow and snow salt, etc.  It has a hydraulic ram that lifts the from, allowing materials to be deposited on the bed and then dumped in the back of the truck.  

Types of Dump Trucks

There are various types of Dump Trucks available to choose from.  They each have special functions and perform certain services.  The type you have helps determine what you can do to stay safe during winter weather.  Many Dump Trucks are [...]


Flatbed Trucks are in such hot demand, manufacturers are having trouble keeping up.   The trend is projected to continue on into the next few years and even beyond.  While the Covid-19 post pandemic vehicle availability crisis does play a small part in the frenzy, there’s a lot more to it.

Why Are Flatbed Trucks so Sought After?

While sales on other types of trucks, mainly cargo-contained Freight Trucks, the demand for Flatbed Trucks has been massively increasing in past recent years, even before the pandemic reared its ugly head. 

Flatbed Trucks offer a versatility other trucks don’t have.  Freight of all different lengths, widths, and weights can go in the non-confined bed which makes a Flatbed Truck ideal for transporting irregular-shaped cargo including pipes and equipment for the oil and gas industry, construction material, [...]


A few months ago, it became apparent that the global chip shortage was getting severe.  It has spilled over from the car industry to the working vehicle realm as well.  Millions of individuals are affected and the livelihood of many are at stake.

Due to chip shortages for new vehicles, buying a work truck has become very challenging.  Construction contractors, home and office cleaners, and service-oriented business owners everywhere are struggling to purchase work vehicles for their companies amid the rebounding economy.

Prices are elevated and selections are scant but those who do get their hands on trucks are pleased even if the vehicle isn’t even close to what they really needed to run their [...]


Boom Trucks (also known as Bucket Trucks) are powerful vehicles that are equipped with a bucket lift that can elevate your service business to all new heights.  A Boom Truck enables you to reach areas you couldn’t otherwise access like tall roofs, high windows, treetops, electric wires, parking lot and warehouse ceiling lighting, and communication wiring.

A Bucket Truck can be a lifesaver or…it can be a complete waste of money. If you buy a Boom Truck for your lighting business but sadly find the lift isn’t high enough for the work you generally do…yeah…BOOM.

The bottom line is – it’s imperative to purchase the best Boom Truck for your individual needs.

 

Who Uses Boom Trucks?

Landscapers, electricians, lighting specialists, painters, window washers, arborists, construction crews, and a myriad of other workers benefit from the use of a Boom Truck.  If your job entails reaching high spots, you need [...]

 

If your business has grown and you’re thinking of adding a fleet, you’re in good company.  About one-fifth of vehicle purchases are fleet purchases.  Find out if it’s time for you to level up and start letting the numbers work for you instead of against you…

When Should I Consider a Fleet Purchase?

There are a number of situations that indicate it’s the right time to buy a fleet of work trucks.  If you are spending money leasing vehicles, you can invest the money rather than shell it out for rent.  Are you turning down jobs because you can’t handle any more work due to not having enough trucks to do the service?  If you had more work trucks, would you be able to hire more people and ultimately make more money?  Can you afford to buy a fleet of trucks if [...]


When you need to work up high, both a Scissor Lift and a Boom Lift will get you there because they are high platform vehicles.  But, that’s where the similarity ends.  The Lift Truck that will work best for you greatly depends upon your job requirements and a few other details.

What is a Scissor Lift?

A Scissor Lift is defined as a high platform mobile work vehicle that is designed to reach heights while driving safely without tipping over.  It is perfect for jobs involving lighting, fitting and retro-fitting, window cleaning and replacement, external signage maintenance, exterior painting, and racking system work. 

What a Scissor Lift does not do is reach out further than a small roll-out deck will go, typically increasing the deck size by around 0.5m to 1.2m.  A Scissor Lift operates vertically and must be [...]


 

 

Many Box Truck owners don’t think much about what type of liftgate is on their truck.  That is until they go to use it and it’s not the best kind for the job they’re doing.  If you are in the market for a Box Truck, it’s good to know the main types of liftgates to make sure you get the one that will serve your needs.  If you already have a truck but want a more optimal liftgate, you can have one put on for a lot less than you may think.

What is a Box Truck Liftgate?

A liftgate is located in the back of a Box Truck.  It is a platform that’s used for raising and lowering various items.  A liftgate is controlled by a hydraulic system.  Liftgates provide a [...]

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