Episode 26

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8th Apr 2026

56. Licensed & Loaded: Green Industry Licenses, and What Shay's General Contractor License Means for Landscaping Unlimited

The green industry runs on more than grass and good intentions; it runs on credentials.

In this episode, Shay and Zac break down the licenses they've used in the landscaping world, which are:

  • NC Pesticide License
  • NC Irrigation License
  • NC Landscape Contractor's License
  • And the one Shay just added to the wall, his NC General Contractor's License.

They talk about what each license actually means, why it separates serious operations from the guys with a truck and a prayer, and what Shay's GC license opens up for Landscaping Unlimited moving forward.

This isn't a "flex episode", it's a blueprint for what professional growth looks like in this industry.

If you're in the trades, thinking about getting licensed, or just want to know what you should be looking for when you hire a landscaping company, this episode is for you.

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About the Podcast

The Landscaping Podcast
Power by Landscaping Unlimited
The Landscaping Podcast is where real landscapers talk shop.

Hosted by Shay Brickhouse (CEO of Landscaping Unlimited, Inc.) and Zac Small (COO & Media), each episode dives into landscaping, hardscape, irrigation, turf installation, and the realities of running a company.

From managing crews and scaling a business to balancing family and faith, we bring unfiltered conversations with experts, entrepreneurs, and tradesmen building lives outdoors.

Whether you’re laying pavers, leading a team, or want to grow a landscaping company with integrity, this show is for you.

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Zac Small