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Are you licensed?
Yes, we are fully licensed by the State of Indiana to
apply pesticides to your lawn. Our business license
number is 31609. Our applicators have credentials with
the state of Indiana as well; the applicator’s license
number always appears on the invoice left after each
lawn treatment.
Are you insured?
Yes, we are fully insured. Insured means that our
company carries liability coverage for personal injuries
and property damage, as well as workers' compensation
insurance. Basically this means that if anything is
broken or an employee is injured while working on your
lawn, our insurer will cover the costs.
Do
I have to sign a contract?
No, we do not have signed contracts with our residential
customers. You can cancel our program at any time by
calling or writing us. If you pre-pay for a season's
services and cancel, you will be refunded any
applications that remain.
Billing Inquiries?
If you have a question about your bill, Steve can be
reached during normal business hours at
317-786-3093 and be more than happy to assist you.
What if I already have another service and would like to
switch, but prepaid them for the year?
If you prepaid with another lawn care company and would
like to switch, all you have to do is call or write them
and ask for a refund for any services remaining. You are
not contractually obligated to keep them as your lawn
care provider even though you prepaid them. We will
offer you the same prepayment offer that your existing
lawn care provider offered.
Do you accept credit cards?
Yes. Beginning in Spring 2008 we will start accepting
Visa, MasterCard and Discover.
Can I prepay for my services and is there a discount for
doing so?
Yes, you can
prepay your entire season's services for the year and in doing so
receive a 5% discount. If you would happen to discontinue our services
for any reason, we will refund any unused applications.
How safe are the lawn applications?
The products we
apply are all EPA registered. They are used in strict
compliance to labeled instructions. They are applied by
our licensed applicators in accordance with Indiana
state laws.
Do I have to be home when I get a treatment?
No, you do not have to be home when a treatment is
made to your lawn. Whether you are home or not, we
always leave a sign posted in the yard letting you know
we were there and an invoice stating what service was
performed along with specific instructions for watering
and staying off the grass.
Can I be called in advance so I know when you are
coming?
Yes, we can call you the day before your scheduled
application to let you know we will be in your
neighborhood.
When can my children and pets go on the lawn?
If granular fertilizer is used you may go on the lawn
immediately after the application. If liquid weed
control is used, we require you to allow the material to
dry on the grass before children and pets are allowed on
it. The amount of time required will vary with weather
conditions. You can always reference the invoice left
after each treatment for specific instructions related
to that application.
How often is my yard
mowed?
We mow on a weekly basis starting the 1st
week of April and continue until the season is over,
usually mid-November. During times of slow or no growth
we will
not mow your lawn
when it does not need it.
How often should I mow my
lawn?
Mow when the grass is actively
growing and mow often enough so you never cut more than
one third of the grass blade each time. For most grasses
in our area, the peak time for growth is in the spring.
You will need to cut it weekly at a minimum until growth
begins to slow as we near summer.
What is the best method
for mowing?
Mow when the grass is actively growing and mow often
enough so you never cut more than one third of the grass
blade each time. Spring is a time when the grass grows
rapidly. You may have to mow more frequently than every
7 days at this time so as not to break the “one-third”
rule.
Should I mow the same day
as a treatment?
Please don't beat up your lawn by mowing it too
short. On most mowers, setting the blade to its highest
setting will help the lawn grow longer roots and help
keep out weeds. As the saying goes, “Cut it high and
leave it lie”. We recommend recycling these clippings
back into the lawn.
What do I do with the
grass clippings?
If you are mowing regularly and not
removing more than 1/3 of the grass blade, clippings can
be left on the lawn and will provide a nutrient source
to the grass plant as the clippings decay.
When should I water my
lawn?
Lawns should be watered in the early
morning beginning after 2 or 3 am. Do not water in the
early evening because it may lead to increased disease
activity in the lawn.
Should I water my lawn
after a lawn treatment?
You should refer to the invoice left at the property
when the application was made. We leave an invoice
after each treatment that details all instructions for
watering, mowing, and how long before going on the lawn.
How much should I water?
Ideally, a lawn needs one inch of
water per week during the growing season. Be sure to
give your lawn enough water to reach the roots of the
grass plants (4 to 5 inches deep). A light watering will
be of little benefit. A good rule of thumb is to water
for about 30 to 45 minutes in each sprinkler location.
I want to plant new grass
seed this spring. Can I plant seeds after this
treatment, but before the crabgrass begins to grow?
No. The pre-emergent will also stop
desired grass from growing. It is generally better to
wait until late summer (mid to late August) to plant new
grass seed after a pre-emergent application has been put
down. However, there are some special situations that we
can help you with. Please call our office to discuss
your situation.
How long does it take
before weeds are under
 control
after an application?
Visual activity on dandelions will
take about 7 to 10 days and sometimes more quickly
depending on the weed control product used and time of
year. Total degeneration of the plant will take two to
three weeks. Other lawn weeds will take various lengths
of time for control, and we will only be able to control
lawn weeds present at the time of application. Some
“difficult-to-control” weeds may even require repeat
applications to control.
What are grubs and why
should I worry about them?
Grubs are actually the larval stage
of a variety of different kinds of beetles, including
May and June beetles and Japanese beetles. Adult beetles
lay their eggs in the soil in June and July. As these
eggs hatch, they develop into the creamy white,
“c-shaped” looking larvae. As the larvae grow, they
work their way down to the root zone of your lawn where
they eat through the roots as they consume organic
matter. In early fall you'll notice dead patches
of lawn that start to show up. Effective grub control is
achieved by preventing their growth into larger larvae.
This is achieved by making a preventive grub control
treatment with Mallett®
in July. This application
provides guaranteed season-long control.
I have moles in my lawn.
Does this mean I have grubs?
The presence of moles does not
necessarily mean there are grubs in the turf grass. The
mole’s main food source is earthworms. The grubs are
active only at certain times of the year and the moles
will feed on them if they are an available food source.
Birds, raccoons, and skunks will do more damage to the
lawn in the process of uncovering grubs than the moles
will in making tunnels.
What is core aeration?
Core aeration loosens compacted
soil, thus increasing the availability of water and
nutrients; enhances oxygen levels in the soil, which
stimulates root growth; and enhances the activity of
thatch-decomposing organisms. This service should be
performed in late summer or fall for best results.
What do I do with the
plugs on my lawn after aeration?
After aeration your lawn is covered
with small plugs or “cores”. Within a couple of weeks,
these plugs of thatch and soil will break apart and
disappear into your lawn. There is no need to remove
them.
Further
information about your lawn and its care can be found at
the Purdue University turf tips website by clicking the
link
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