Slit Seeding Seeding the lawn is an affordable and environmentally friendly way to repair damaged sections of turf, or areas that need complete turf replacement. It is also far more cost-effective than installing sod. Slit Seeding is done with a machine that slices into the ground and deposits seed straight into the slit, giving direct …
Benefits of Aerating Aerating your lawn is an easy and affordable way to improve your soil health, regardless of the season. This simple soil maintenance technique can provide your lawn’s roots with the oxygen and nutrients they need. Aeration will also allow air and water to penetrate the soil, which helps break up compaction and …
Eliminating mosquitoes from your property is beneficial because it helps prevent mosquito-borne illnesses, keeps you and your family healthier and happier, and most importantly, provides a safe environment for you and your loved ones to enjoy. Why Mosquito Control Matters in Chicagoland The Chicago suburbs sit along streams, retention ponds, and low-lying yards that collect …
The Emerald Ash Borer (EAB) is an invasive beetle that kills ash trees. Since its first detection in Michigan in 2002, it has spread across more than 35 states and killed hundreds of millions of ash trees. Scientists have called it “the most destructive and economically costly forest insect to ever invade North America.” Why …
What Are Grubs? Of all the pests that can damage a Chicagoland lawn, grubs are among the most destructive. Grubs are the larval stage of scarab beetles — including Japanese beetles, June bugs, and European chafers — that burrow into the soil and feed on grass roots. They’re C-shaped, creamy white with a brown head, …