In Episode 27 of The Mack & G Show, we sit down with Jimmy Marra—founder of JMarra Hardscapes and full-time FedEx driver—who’s juggling a booming backyard business, fatherhood, and life in the suburbs.
We dive into Jimmy’s journey from basic landscaping to launching his own hardscaping company. He shares the chaos of raising four sports-crazed kids, balancing side hustles with a demanding day job, and the DIY spirit that led him to install fiberglass pools and build outdoor kitchens. Along the way, we get into neighborhood beefs, tricky customers, lawn care tips, and how his dad inspired his work ethic.
Highlights include:
• How Jimmy launched JMarra Hardscapes • Balancing FedEx work with his own business • Raising 4 kids in youth sports chaos • Installing fiberglass pools & outdoor kitchens • Crazy customer stories & neighborhood disputes • Lawn care tips for beginners • Fatherhood lessons and dad frustrations
Whether you’re a suburban dad, backyard project junkie, or just love hearing how regular guys grind and grow—this one’s for you.
Timestamps:
00:00 Episode 27 Cold Open 05:12 Meet Jimmy Marra, Hardscape Pro & Dad of 4 07:08 Sports Chaos Raising Four Athletic Kids 10:41 Why Lacrosse is Replacing Baseball 13:04 From FedEx at 2:30 AM to Running a Business 16:34 Mama Bear Moments That’ll Hit Home 24:36 The Wildest Backyard Pool Build Story 32:08 Backyard Golf Retreat for the Win 37:15 Lawn Tips Every Dad Should Know 44:22 Moles, Chipmunks & Backyard Battles 53:14 How Jimmy Handles “Scope Creep” with Clients 58:48 His Son’s Excavating Biz and Proud Dad Moment
Links & Mentions:
🧱 JMarra Hardscapes on Facebook 🚜 Marra Excavation on Instagram 🏛️ The Residence on Netflix 💧 Rain Bird Irrigation 🌱 Home Depot Overseeder Rental
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