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4 Services That an HOA Grounds Maintenance Company Should Offer
Published on Thursday, August 25, 2022
First impressions are everything when you're an HOA property owner, and you want to attract the likes of potential residents and keep current ones happy with a beautiful, well-manicured landscape. While you look for an HOA grounds maintenance company, you should confirm that they offer lawn mowing, spring and fall cleanups, mulch and seasonal flower installations, and snow removal. These four services are essential to maintaining your property's landscape in Michigan, as the...
3 Tips for Trimming Your Shrubs
Published on Tuesday, August 23, 2022
Your shrubs are staples on your property, and routine maintenance keeps them looking their best. Trimming your shrubs often maintains their appearance, and using a string during the trimming process will keep them level and give them a well-manicured look that will enhance their aesthetics. However, you should ensure you trim them at the right time, which depends on their growth cycle and when they bloom in Michigan. Following these 3 tips will ensure your shrubs are beautiful and...
3 Reasons You Should Skip DIY Perimeter Pest Control & Hire Pros Instead
Published on Thursday, August 18, 2022
Creepy crawlers are no strangers to properties in Michigan, and they always seem to somehow sneak indoors. While perimeter pest control is the most effective method for preventing insects from invading your inside living space, doing it yourself is risky and may prove to be ineffective. You could miss a spot if you spray an insecticide yourself, leaving an opportunity for insects to come in anyway. Not only that, but you could use a product that is not very effective and it might not stop...
4 Tips to Help You Protect Your Lawn From Dog Urine
Published on Wednesday, August 17, 2022
You may not be aware that your dog could be damaging your lawn every time it goes to the bathroom. Dog urine contains large amounts of nitrogen that's left behind after it evaporates. If your dog decides to pee on your lawn, it can damage your turf and leave behind brown patches. If you're worried your dog will do irreversible damage to your turf, don't worry! There are four ways you can protect your lawn from dog urine. The first method is to spray down the affected area on your...
Lawn Care Services That Will Help Your Lawn Bounce Back From a Lawn Disease
Published on Monday, August 15, 2022
Has your lawn in Michigan recently fallen victim to a lawn disease that left it weak and damaged? By investing in lawn care services like fertilization, overseeding, and aeration, you can help it bounce back! Fertilization will provide your lawn with the essential nutrients it needs to recover. Overseeding will fill in bare or patchy areas of your turf caused by lawn diseases. Aeration will loosen compacted soil and make it easier for nutrients and other resources to reach the roots of...
Want to Turn the Curb Appeal of Your Property From Drab to Fab? Here’s How!
Published on Thursday, August 11, 2022
Have you ever dreamed of taking your curb appeal to the next level? If you’re not sure where to begin, we’re here to help you! Start by sprucing up your landscape beds, which includes performing tasks like removing weeds and trimming your plants. For example, many plants in Michigan, like boxwoods, look much better when shaped up! You’ll then want to turn your attention to your lawn and invest in lawn maintenance and lawn care services so you can enjoy a stunning,...
How to Tell When Your New Sod Can Be Mowed for the First Time
Published on Tuesday, August 09, 2022
Sod is a quick and easy option to establish your new lawn in Michigan. Complete with pre-grown lush green grass, you will have a beautiful lawn immediately. However, unlike a normal lawn, it isn't fully established yet and shouldn't be mowed for the first time until at least two weeks after installation. Once it's ready for mowing, cut back on watering the day before to give it a chance to firm up, and set your mower to the highest setting to reduce the risk of stressing out...
4 Ways to Keep Cockroaches Out of Your Home
Published on Wednesday, August 03, 2022
Cockroaches are as disgusting as they are opportunistic, which makes them problematic for property owners in Michigan. Sneaking in through the crevices of your home, cockroaches will grab at any opportunity to get their hands on food. Because of this, you should remain diligent in keeping your house clean; don't let dirty dishes pile up, keep your trash cans sealed, and make sure there are no food crumbs on your counters or the ground. Leftover food will attract cockroaches into your...
Pre- VS Post-Emergent Weed Control - Do You Need Both?
Published on Friday, July 29, 2022
Unfortunately, Michigan is home to an abundance of weeds, and they will take any opportunity to steal nutrients from your lawn. However, you can help keep your property free of weeds throughout the year with a combination of both pre-emergent and post-emergent weed control treatments. Pre-emergent weed control acts as a shield between the surface of your lawn and the weed seeds; it prevents them from sprouting through the soil and can severely limit the number of weeds that break through...
4 Lawn Services You Should Start Thinking About Scheduling for the Fall
Published on Thursday, July 28, 2022
Lawns in Michigan are comprised of cool-season grass, which thrives during the cooler weather and does a lot of its growth in the fall to prepare for winter dormancy. With this in mind, you should think about scheduling fall services for your lawn, like aeration, overseeding, leaf removal, and a fall yard cleanup service. With these 4 services, your lawn can be fully prepared for the winter! Aeration loosens compacted soil and gives your lawn's roots better access to essential...
