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Wait to Fertilize Your Lawn Until After It Rains!
Published on Saturday, January 24, 2026
Fertilizing your lawn is essential for keeping it healthy and vibrant, but timing is everything! You shouldn't fertilize it before heavy rain in Michigan, as it can wash the treatment away before it has a chance to absorb into the soil. Instead, you'll want to wait until after it rains to apply it, but make sure the grass blades are completely dry and that the weather will be sunny for a few days afterward. To make your life easier and ensure your lawn gets the most out of the...
When Is The Right Time To Enroll In A Commercial Snow Removal Service?
Published on Friday, January 23, 2026
As a business owner, you know how important it is to keep your property in Michigan safe and accessible during the winter months. Enrolling in a commercial snow removal service early, ideally in late summer or early fall, is crucial to avoid last-minute rushes and secure reliable slots. As demand increases with the approaching winter, proactive planning ensures your specific needs, such as trigger thresholds, are met. It also offers leverage for better pricing and contract terms.
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This Mowing Schedule Is Tailored to Lawns in Michigan
Published on Thursday, January 22, 2026
If you want to keep your lawn in tip-top shape throughout the year, you should follow a proper mowing schedule. In Michigan, it's best to start mowing in mid-April and continue through mid-November. During this time, your grass will be actively growing and will need regular maintenance. You should mow your lawn every week to avoid cutting off too much of the grass blades at once and causing stress to them. Additionally, you should follow good mowing practices, such as adhering to the 1/3...
Protect Yourself From Ticks During the Warm Months by Doing These Things
Published on Wednesday, January 21, 2026
Ticks are a common nuisance during the warm months in Michigan, but there are several steps you can take to protect yourself and your loved ones from these pesky insects. To protect against ticks, wear light-colored, long-sleeved clothing to spot ticks easily and reduce skin exposure. Tuck shirts into pants and pants into socks to create barriers. After outdoor activities, do a full-body tick check and inspect kids and pets. Place worn clothes in the dryer on high heat for 30 minutes to...
When to Expect New Grass Growth After Overseeding
Published on Sunday, November 30, 2025
Overseeding is a great way to fill in bare and patchy areas on your lawn in Michigan with new grass. However, if you're new to this service, you might be wondering when you can expect to see new grass growth. Well, after overseeding, you can expect the seeds to start germinating after about 7-10 days. Then, you can expect to see visible grass growth after 2-4 weeks. However, the results will largely depend on how well you maintain your lawn after the seeds have been planted. For...
Will Grubs Eventually Go Away on Their Own?
Published on Sunday, November 23, 2025
Grubs are a common lawn pest in Michigan that can cause significant damage to your turf. Unfortunately, they won't go away on their own, and if left untreated, the infestation will continue to spread and cause even more damage. If you notice grubs on your lawn, it's important to hire professionals to apply curative treatments right away to minimize the amount of damage they can cause. Additionally, to prevent grubs from becoming a problem in the future, you'll want to invest in ...
Will Your Lawn's Health Improve Quickly After Core Aeration?
Published on Monday, November 17, 2025
Core aeration is a lawn care service that involves pulling up plugs of soil to loosen compaction and make it easier for nutrients and other resources to reach the roots of your grass. This process will help your lawn's health improve quickly, as you'll notice a difference within a few weeks. However, you'll want to regularly aerate your lawn in Michigan to ensure it always has good access to everything it needs to stay healthy throughout the year. To continue reaping the...
Why Smart Macomb Homeowners Are Locking in Their Snow Season Pass Before the First Flake Falls
Published on Monday, November 10, 2025
Hey there, Nichole here, Sales Manager at Big Lakes Lawncare. I wanted to personally share something that could save you a lot of stress (and shoveling) this winter. When that first snow hits in Southeast Michigan, the phones go nuts. Everyone’s calling in, trying to get on a plow route, but by then, it's often too late. Schedules are packed, prices spike, and homeowners are left crossing their fingers. That’s exactly why we created the Residential Snow Season Pass. It’s...
Fall Cleanups Do More Than Just Improve the Appearance of Your Lawn!
Published on Monday, September 15, 2025
As the seasons change and fall arrives here in Michigan, maintaining a pristine and healthy lawn becomes a top priority. One of the most effective ways to achieve this is through a comprehensive fall cleanup service. A fall cleanup service involves removing piles of debris from your lawn and clearing messy and harmful clutter. By doing so, this service helps your grass grow stronger by removing debris that could smother it and block its access to much-needed nutrients. It also reduces your ...
Does Your Irrigation System Need to Be Repaired? Look for These Signs
Published on Sunday, September 14, 2025
Your irrigation system plays a vital role in supplying the necessary water to your grass and plants in Michigan. However, since it consists of numerous complex components, irrigation systems can experience issues from time to time. Because of this, it's important to be vigilant in looking for signs that it needs to be repaired. If you notice that your water bill is higher than usual, parts of your lawn are brown while others are green, or there are changes in the water pressure, it...
