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Selecting a Lawn Care Professional

Selecting a Lawn Care Specialist

Choosing a Lawn Care Pro

If you're considering hiring a pro to care for your lawn and landscape, choose carefully. First, think about your needs and expectations. Evaluate a number of companies. And keep in mind that the lowest price may not be the best value - for you or the environment.

What to take into account:

How much time will you spend working in your yard?
What tasks will you do?
What tasks do you want the contractor to handle?
Do you mind a few weeds or mowed weeds?
How do you feel about pesticides?
Do you prefer organic or chemical fertilizer?
Will you want fertilizers/pesticides applied on a schedule or as needed?

Finding & evaluating lawn care services

Ask your neighbors and friends for recommendations.
Get in touch with several lawn care businesses.
Ask for a free lawn inspection and estimate.
Meet personally with company representatives.
Get a written list of services and costs.
Ask questions!

For a rewarding relationship, ask the right questions.

How long has the lawn care specialist been in business?
Names of references and/or local clients?
What safety procedures are in place?
Certified Landscape Technicians on staff?

Services Checklist

Eliminates or reduces pesticides upon request
Monitors for diseases or weed infestations prior to applying treatments
Licensed to apply lawn care chemicals
Provides a list of chemicals and alternatives
Bags grass or leaves clippings on lawn
Composts yard waste
Flexible schedules for mowing, irrigation and additional services