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How To Treat for Grubs [Prevent Before its Too Late]

Posted by Dave Schwarm on Jun 25, 2020 4:02:18 PM

The Importance of Preventative Grub Control

Grubs are the silent killers of lawn pests. It is very easy to not notice them until it is too late.  Preventative grub control can save you a lot of money in the long run.

When grubs kill patches of your lawn, that grass will not come back on its own. Grubs can destroy an entire lawn in a very short amount of time. 

You will generally have to rake clean the debris, then soil and reseed all of the affected areas. 

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Topics: Moles, Grubs

Are Grubs Attracting Moles in Your Yard?

Posted by Brian Gerber on May 8, 2020 2:08:48 PM

How Do I Know If I Have Grubs?

Have you ever noticed dead areas around your yard during summer? Patches of grass  that you could roll back like a freshly laid carpet of sod? If so, you are familiar with the damage that grubs can cause to a lawn.

Grubs can not only be a nuisance but they can attract another pests - like moles. 

Many people have found success with using specific products and control methods but there are a few things you should know before buying or implementing a treatment program.  

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Topics: Moles, Grubs, Lawn Tips

How To Care for a Newly Seeded Lawn

Posted by Nate Bahler on Mar 5, 2020 9:52:14 AM

You just seeded your lawn....now what?!

Your lawn care company has provided you with a seeding service - now what?! How do I make sure I am maintaining my lawn and that this service will not go to waste?!

Having a beautiful lawn is a great investment, one that can increase the value of a home (up to 20% !).  

Seeding is an important step to take in helping the growth of a healthy, green lawn. Below you will find all the information you need about the seeding process and steps to take in caring for your newly seeded lawn.  

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Topics: Lawn care, Grubs, Weeds, Fertilization

How Do I Get Rid of Moles In My Yard?

Posted by Dave Schwarm on Mar 5, 2019 7:21:28 AM

7 things you need to know to become a successful “Mole Hunter”

In my 29 years in the lawn care industry as a Licensed Lawn Supervisor, I have heard many stories and seen many strategies used to control moles such as filling the tunnels with gum, hair, rose shards, glass, gummy worms, gas tablets, moth balls or castor oil pellets to name a few.  All can work but to truly understand the effective strategies, you need to understand the mole. 

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Topics: Moles, Grubs

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