How will I be notified during services?

We have a 5 Point communications system in place to keep you in the loop during service times. (1) We email you and share with you, the service date. (2) Day of the service we text you when we are on our way to your property. (3) When completed with the service, we text you as well. (4) We leave a service work order at your door. (5) We email you your invoice or workorder for your records.

How long does each service take?

This all depends on many things, the condition of the yard, the size, and the number of services provided. For an example a standard lawn service of 4,000 sqft, on average, will take 8-13 minutes to complete.

What can I expect, my yard is a mess, how long will it take to get it corrected?

You called us because you wanted a better-looking lawn, we get it. Based on the condition at the time we begin servicing your lawn, you could see results in just a short couple of weeks. However, if your lawn has an abundance of weeds, fungus, thinning, or insect infestation, it could take up to a year, or more, for your lawn to recover and completely respond to our programs. By following our programs, continued service and our recommendations you will have the healthiest and best-looking lawn you deserve.

I have a ton of weeds mixed in with my grass, what can I expect, can it be saved?

Weed Control, depending on the condition of your lawn, severe weed growth could cause thin patches or dirt patches once weeds are controlled or removed. At times it could look worse before it gets better. The programs we offer will create benefits to your recovering lawn over time. Some additional services, applications, or treatments may be required. Depending on the situation warm season grass like Bermuda and Zoysia can recover over a season, extensive damage may take longer or may require placing new sod. Cool season grass like Fescue can be managed and or corrected during over seeding time.

My property has hills and when it rains, I have drainage issues and I notice more weed growth in these areas, what can I do?

Here in North Georgia, we have allot of slopes and hilly areas. Areas that have excessive drainage may promote additional weed growth. Consistent water saturating an area or running through an area during heavy rains will thin out any applications applied to the grass areas potentially creating additional weed growth along with thinning grass. Gutter downspout areas are on the top of the list, also drainage from adjacent properties too. Feel free to contact us we are here to help and offer a solution.

It rained the day after my service or hours later, what can I expect?

Many of our applications we take into consideration taking advantage of the rain to help save our clients on water. Why, because some of our services may require to be watered in for maximum results. Some of our applications need to dry on the plant, this will take a few minutes in the warmer months or a little longer in other months. Rain is a good thing in these situations and will help promote the service. We all know the weather here in North Georgia is unpredictable, if we feel the weather will impact the quality of our services, we will reschedule the service for another time. It is in our best interest to give you the best service solutions.

I have a LOT of Moss in my yard, what can I do?

Unfortunately, our experience is there is very little that can be done for Moss control without correcting the environment where it grows. Shade, and poor drainage are the two common contributors to Moss. Until all the contributors to Moss growth are corrected it will remain in the areas it’s growing.

I have multiple grass types in my lawn, will your programs help, or do I need to re-sod?

Any grass type other than your primary grass we call a “Grassy Weed” of a “Foreign Grass”. Depending on your specific situation our programs may be able to help control the Grassy Weed types and help promote your primary lawn to thrive. Sod installation is expensive, we may have an alternative for you, give us a call. If you have a small area of Grassy Weeds or Foreign Grass, we can help you as a courtesy, during your normal service, however large amounts we will need to charge for this type of service.

Weed control, what does this mean and how does this fit into your programs?

In our programs we provide Pre-Emergent applications during certain times of the year to help control weeds seeds from becoming plants. Our primary “prevention” time of the year is between September thru March. These applications help protect against some of the worst weeds we have here in North Georgia, like crabgrass, dallis grass, POA Annua, and so many more! We can help protect against all of these, however sometimes some weeds will break through. If this happens after we applied prevention, simply give us a call we will take care of it.

Can I begin a program like yours in the Summertime, I have weeds and my HOA is all over me?

We have several options for you, not every lawn is the same and sometimes a customized plan may be best for you. We have monthly programs that cover just about everything you would need in a well-rounded lawn care program. We have our standard programs that provide up to 8 services in total within the season. As mentioned, we also can build a custom program specifically for your lawn. Depending on your program we do our best to schedule each service every 4-7 weeks apart. Why 4-7 weeks apart, weather plays a huge role in our scheduling. We have a science behind our programs each service is based on the time of the year, and temperatures.

Is your service monthly, when can I expect you to come?

We provide up to 8 services with our programs. We do our best to schedule them every 4-7 weeks apart. Why 4-7 weeks apart, weather plays a hug role in our scheduling. We have a science behind our programs each service is based on the time of the year, and temperatures.

Mosquito Services, how does it work?

We target our services to the breeding areas of the Mosquito. With our standard spray service, we apply a liquid solution that adheres to shrubs and trees and other broadleaf where the Mosquito gets it energy from. We review your property during the service for standing water or objects that are holding water. We will dump the water or treat the location to help with growing larvae. Our Standard Spray service is our most popular service, we treat your location every 21-25 days to keep your yard protected from more invading Mosquitos.

Mosquito Service, what types of services do you have?

We have 3 types of services. Our Standard Spray service, we treat your yard every 21-25 days throughout the season. Our ECO Spray Less Service, we install special canisters on your property providing you with a place to capture breeding Mosquitos and their larvae. We also have our Max Protection, which is a combination of the two, giving to the maximum protection in the event you live in a heavy breeding area. We also have Organic or Synthetic solutions too.

I have had a Mosquito service in the past and I did not think it worked well, I still was getting eaten up. Do you offer any other service to make our yard time for pleasurable?

You know, Mosquitos are not always the issue with every client. In fact, we find that 28% of our clients that call us for Mosquito services are not actually dealing with Mosquitos. Sometimes they are dealing with lawn pests that are living in the thatch of the lawn, like biting Flies. Check out our Lawn Treatment Programs, they can help control most insects that thrive in your lawn.

Do you offer Aerating Services, if you do can you help me understand what they are and how they work?

Great question! We have two services that will help just about any situation where aerating is needed. Liquid Aerating Service $ Highly recommended to add to your program! Using the latest technology in turf science. We apply a high-grade mixture utilizing bio-stimulants with highly oxidizing materials. Combined they are designed to loosen up topsoil and encourage deeper rooting to allow for greater oxygenation of the root system. This program is typically less than your standard Mechanical Core Aerating, not to mention less intrusive and little to “no” yard preparations for you the client! Our Liquid Aerating service gives you 100% turf coverage and there are virtually no access limitations for heavy equipment. This service offers two, yes two, services, one of the Spring and the other in Fall. Mechanical Core Aeration $$ At first, in some circumstances you may need the help of our heavier equipment to breakdown heavy compacted soil. This service has been around for a long time, and it is still very beneficial. Core Aerating plugs 1-5 inch cores out of the soil freeing up space for the roots while supplying oxygen and nutrients to enter the root systems. We believe in timing of this service not to put too much stress on the turf, maximizing its benefits. Warm season grasses, Zoysia and Bermuda we typically Core Aerate from Spring to early Summer. This service is typically once a year. Cool season grass like Fescue we will aerate during the over seeding season. Some of the draw backs of this service are, machines can’t get everywhere and some areas that do not fit our equipment will not be aerated. Thin sidewalks, also small gates and access points can be an issue as well. Terrain, such as difficult slopes where it is unsafe to operate our equipment can be restraining too. Both services are very effective, give us a call we will help you decide what will best fit your needs.

Fire Ant Service: I have tried to treat my Fire Ant problem, but they keep coming back, how can you help?

Ants are not created equal, and different species may need to be controlled differently. Not everything is a Fire Ant here in Georgia. Fire Ants are a big issue here in the Southeast, they can cause allot of pain and suffering to us and our pets. Some people can be seriously impacted by their bite. Depending on your situation, we have some options for you. We have a service that provides up to 11 months of protection. We have peak season monthly services too. Give us a call, let us know your situation we will come up with a plan.

Tick & Flea Services: We have experienced fleas on our Dog and Cat, and last year we had a bad Tick problem, can you help?

Here in North Georgia the Tick and Flea seasons highest pressure point is March thru Oct. During these times both Ticks and Fleas can multiply quickly and invade not only your yard but make there way into your home. Ticks and Fleas typically begin infesting your yard then get carried into your home by humans and pets. We have a program to treat your yard monthly to help control the population of these pests. Take your yard back so you and your family can play comfortably in your yard.

Outdoor Pest Control Services, Special Events: I have an outdoor Weeding in the Spring can you help with bug control?

Yes, we have a great Event Service. Days before your event we provide you with a protective barrier to control many varieties of insect. We spray a barrier onto the broadleaf around the perimeter or the event, trees, shrubs, green broadleaf plants. We then spray the lawn where the event is taking place giving the turf a protective barrier for the bugs that live in the thatch of the grass. Some of the most important insects we control are Mosquito’s, Ants, Biting Flies, Spiders, Scorpions, and so many more. Give us a call we can consult on what will best fit your event.

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Turf Pests Treatments

Sod webworms, Japanese beetles, crickets and grasshoppers are turf pests often found in lawns in Georgia, but grub worms and army worms can cause the most damage.

A Turf Butler maintenance program will eliminate and control these type situations, leaving you with a lawn you can be proud of.

A healthy lawn that is properly maintained will help reduce pest infestations, but cannot completely stop or eliminate pests, especially those coming from neighboring lawns.

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Army Worms

The Army worm is a caterpillar of a moth. This moth arrives in Georgia almost every year. Although some years we almost hardly see any activity they are here in some capacity. Some seasons they are extremely bad and appear everywhere and when they are here, they feast on our lawns. They particularly love Bermuda Grass. In the masses they will feast on other turf grasses such as Zoysia and Fescue lawns. Once they form into a caterpillar they eat each blade of grass from the top down, wiping out your lawn in as quick as 24hrs! Most of the time a Bermuda grass can recover with the proper care.