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October 24, 2024

The Fall Growing Season in the North – A Crucial Time for Your Lawn


As the crisp air settles in and the leaves begin to change, fall is a critical growing season for lawns...

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September 17, 2024

The Importance of Limestone Applications for Your Fall Lawn Care


As fall settles in, it’s time to focus on preparing your lawn for the winter months ahead. While many homeowners...

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August 19, 2024

Be Prepared for Fall Aeration and Overseeding


When it comes to lawn care in the north, many people think they can stop treating their lawn in the...

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July 15, 2024

How to Choose the Best Lawn Care Company for Your Yard


Finding a reputable lawn care company can be challenging, especially when a quick Google search for “lawn companies near me”...

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July 2, 2024

Effective Armyworm Prevention: A Guide by Lawn Squad


Maintaining a healthy lawn can be a rewarding endeavor, but it comes with its share of challenges. One of the...

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June 17, 2024

Essential Watering Tips and Habits for a Healthy Lawn


Keeping your lawn lush and green requires more than just regular mowing and fertilizing. Proper watering is a crucial aspect...

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June 3, 2024

All You Need to Know about Summer Aeration


If your lawn is looking discolored, has thinning areas, or just isn’t growing as it should, it might be time...

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May 21, 2024

Say Goodbye to Fleas and Ticks!


Your outdoor haven should be a sanctuary for you, your loved ones, and your beloved pets. However, the peace and...

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May 6, 2024

Your Lawn’s Silent Thieves: Tackling Broadleaf Weeds


Your lawn harbors a sneaky thief!  Lurking among the blades of grass, broadleaf weeds mar the beauty of your outdoor...

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April 26, 2024

Unlocking the Secrets of Limestone for a Lush Lawn


For homeowners, gardeners, and lawn care enthusiasts striving for that perfect patch of green, understanding the delicate balance of soil...

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March 28, 2024

Professional vs. DIY Lawn Care: Which is right for you?


For many of us homeowners, the arrival of spring brings back the desire for a lush, healthy, well-kept yard. It’s...

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March 28, 2024

Spring is here—should you aerate your lawn?


Spring is here, and lawns are emerging from their winter dormancy. If you’re now thinking about the health of your...

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October 18, 2023

Pest Control for Fall


Now that the weather is getting colder, you may start to see unwanted insects seeking shelter in the last place...

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September 27, 2023

What is Limestone?


Fall is officially here and with that comes fall services that benefit your lawn before the winter months. An aeration,...

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September 6, 2023

Grub Damage


Grubs can be pretty sneaky. On the surface, your lawn may look healthy and green, but grubs could be eating...

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August 16, 2023

Benefits of Aeration and Overseeding


Although it is still summer and cold weather may be the furthest thing from your mind, now is the best...

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July 26, 2023

Summer Lawn Disease


Summer brings warm weather and plenty of fun to be had, but your lawn may not feel the same. With...

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July 12, 2023

Lawn Mowing Tips


Mowing may seem like such a basic task, but some lawn problems can be traced back to something as simple...

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June 14, 2023

How Often Should I Water My Lawn?


Summer is full of outside activities, and you of course want to have your yard looking its best. Unfortunately, because...

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May 31, 2023

Getting Ahead Of Grub Damage


Regardless of whether you care for your lawn yourself or hire a company to do it for you, you expect...

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May 17, 2023

Flea and Tick Prevention


Your yard should be a place where you, your family, and your furry family members, can relax and play with...

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May 3, 2023

Broadleaf Weeds Are Stealing From You


Broadleaf Weeds Are Stealing From You Broadleaf Weeds Are Stealing From You You have a thief right there in your...

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March 30, 2023

Hire a Lawn Care Company or DIY?


Whether you are planning for an outdoor party, want something your kids can enjoy, or simply want to be the...

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March 15, 2023

When To Apply Crabgrass Protection


What is crabgrass? When should I apply crabgrass protection? What is crabgrass? When should I apply crabgrass protection? It can...

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March 1, 2023

Perimeter Pest Spray Program


Spring is starting and although that brings along warm weather, it also brings along unwanted weeds and bugs. Spring is...

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February 15, 2023

Yearly Schedule For Lawn Maintenance In Ohio


February might be the shortest month of the year, but it can sometimes feel the longest. It is another month...

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January 18, 2023

4 Biggest Outdoor Investments


With the start of a new year, comes a new “to-do” list of things you want to change or improve...

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July 25, 2022

Learn Proper Watering Habits For A Healthy Lawn!


Summer is to short so we all want to be able to use our lawn as often as possible, whether that...

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April 21, 2022

The Importance Of Proper Mowing Habits


Now that spring is here in Ohio, it’s time to prepare to start maintaining your lawn. One of the most...

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April 8, 2022

Learn The Benefits Of Limestone!


Limestone And Lawn Acidity When it comes to treating your lawn, it can be a bit overwhelming by the many...

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January 27, 2022

Finding A Reputable Lawn Care Company In Ohio


With spring around the corner, it’s time to start planning for the upcoming lawn care season. Finding a lawn care...

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November 8, 2021

The Fall Growing Season


As the fall season arrives, so do the cooler temperatures. The cool temperatures bring a mix of warm soil and...

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October 29, 2021

The Benefits Of Limestone


Fall is officially here. With fall comes the start of your yard clean-up and the end of your lawn care...

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October 5, 2021

Preventing Grub Damage Before It Starts


Before we talk about why it is beneficial to receive preventive grub control treatments, it is important to understand the...

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September 17, 2021

Signs Of Armyworms


Armyworms This year Ohio has seen a huge infestation of armyworms. These insects are native to North America and can...

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August 19, 2021

Signs Of Grub Damage


What Are Grubs?   Grubs are a type of larvae that have a milky white coat, brownish head, and when...

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August 6, 2021

Fall Aeration And Overseeding


When it comes to lawn care, many people think they can stop treating their lawn in the fall, but what...

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July 30, 2021

The Benefits of Slow Release Fertilizer


When it comes to fertilizing your lawn, its hard to know what kind to choose. Professionals recommend to always read...

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July 26, 2021

The Organic Myth


Organic fertilizer is better than synthetic, fact or myth? Organic fertilizer is better than synthetic, fact or myth? Whether your...

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July 19, 2021

Finding A Reputable Lawn Care Company


Finding a reputable lawn care company can be difficult, especially when you Google, “lawn companies near me,” and a long...

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July 6, 2021

There Is No Bad Time To Start Lawn Care


There is no bad time or the “perfect” season to start treating your lawn. The truth is, the sooner you...

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June 30, 2021

What You Should Know About Japanese Beetles!


Japanese Beetles are a common nuisance here in Ohio and before you know it, they will be out in a...

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June 18, 2021

Proper Watering Habits


In the summer we all want to be able to use our lawn as often as possible, whether that is...

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June 11, 2021

Can You Aerate In The Summer?


If your lawn has been struggling to look its best, it has discoloration, thinning grass areas, or just doesn’t seem...

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June 4, 2021

Environmental Benefits Of Lawn Care


Having a beautiful lawn is something homeowners take pride in. Everyone wants that “perfect” lawn for family and friends to...

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June 1, 2021

Proper Mowing Habits For A Healthy Lawn


Don’t Cut Too Short Proper mowing height helps promote deeper root growth and maintains the health of the lawn by...

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May 21, 2021

What Are Grubs And How To Control Them


Being a homeowner, you put a lot of time and money into your lawn, so it can be frustrating when...

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May 14, 2021

Controlling Fleas And Ticks On Your Lawn


As the weather begins warming up, you should start thinking about flea and tick prevention. Flea and tick prevention always...

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April 30, 2021

The Importance Of Watering Your Lawn


As an Ohio homeowner you may be paying for a lawn care service, but not receiving expected results. There are...

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April 16, 2021

Why We Don’t Price Match


You have probably seen many promotions from companies claiming to give you the best price or you may be receiving...

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April 9, 2021

What Is Nutsedge And How To Control It


What Is Nutsedge And How To Control It Nutsedge plants are definitely an unwanted summer guest that can show up...

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March 26, 2021

Limestone And Lawn Acidity


Limestone And Lawn Acidity When it comes to treating your lawn, it can be a bit overwhelming by the many...

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March 19, 2021

The Importance Of A Soil Test


Before you can make changes to your soil, you need to have a clear understanding of its current state. Your...

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March 10, 2021

Liquid Fertilizer vs. Granular Fertilizer


If you are a homeowner, you probably have fertilized, or have thought about fertilizing your lawn at some point. Choosing...

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March 5, 2021

Signs Of Snow Mold


With spring quickly approaching, we can look forward to warmer weather coming soon after! As the snow begins to melt,...

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February 19, 2021

Organic vs. Synthetic Fertilizer


When a homeowner decides to use fertilizer, their first question is, should I use organic or synthetic? Choosing an organic...

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February 12, 2021

When To Apply Crabgrass Protection


There are many products out there that are said to make and keep your lawn healthy all year round. It...

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February 5, 2021

Should You Aerate This Spring?


Believe it or not, spring is just around the corner! When the weather breaks and your lawn starts to wake...

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January 27, 2021

DIY vs. Hiring A Professional


Everyone wants a thick, healthy lawn for their family, friends, and pets to all enjoy, but it can be challenging...

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January 14, 2021

TruGreen vs. The Local Guys


When looking to choose a lawn care company best suited for you, you want it to offer quality service, a...

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January 8, 2021

How To Find A Reputable Lawn Care Company Near You


Happy New Year! If you’re like most people, it’s especially a “happy” new year because we are no longer in...

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April 13, 2020

Scotts Fertilizer Program – Step One Crabgrass Preventer


Scotts fertilizer program is one of the more popular fertilizer options on the market. It allows you to grow a...

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