What this covers
Lawn care is the recurring work of keeping a yard healthy: mowing at the right height for the grass type, edging along walks and beds, trimming around obstacles, and blowing clippings off hard surfaces. Seasonal services add feeding and weed control, applied by a licensed applicator where the state requires one, core aeration to loosen compacted soil, overseeding thin areas, and leaf cleanup in the fall. A good company adjusts the schedule to the weather, the grass and the season instead of mowing on a fixed calendar.
When to call
- A lawn that needs weekly mowing through the growing season.
- Thin, patchy or weedy areas that keep spreading.
- Compacted soil where water puddles or runs off.
- A yard to keep up for a rental, a sale or while you are away.
What to expect
- Look at the yardThe company checks the grass type, the soil, the shade and the problem areas.
- PlanYou agree on how often the crew mows and which seasonal services to add.
- Regular visitsMowing, edging and trimming happen on schedule, with clippings cleared from hard surfaces.
- Seasonal workFeeding, aeration, overseeding and leaf cleanup are done at the right time of year.
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Questions people ask
Why does mowing height matter?
Each grass type has a height range where it grows best. Cutting too short stresses the lawn and lets weeds in, so a good crew sets the mower for the grass and the season.
What does aeration do?
Core aeration pulls small plugs of soil out of the lawn so air, water and nutrients reach the roots. It helps most on compacted or heavy clay soil.
Is lawn care the same as landscaping?
Lawn care maintains the grass you have. Landscaping designs and builds new beds, plantings, lighting and hardscape around it.
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