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Service Type

The standardized work category attached to a service plan, job, or request.

Why LAWNSNOWAPP asks for it

Consistent service identity keeps operational and financial records understandable across workflows.

How LAWNSNOWAPP uses it

LAWNSNOWAPP links the selected type to applicable scheduling, catalog, tax, reporting, and history views.

Example

Choose Lawn mowing / trim / edge / blow for a recurring mowing plan.

If you leave it blank

The plan or job cannot be fully connected to standardized service behavior.

If you change it later

Future workflow presentation uses the new type; finalized financial history remains stored.

Common mistakes

  • Using the job title as a substitute for service type
  • Choosing a type only because its tax rule looks convenient

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