Everyone wants a pleasing image of their property. Not only does it raise its value, but allows an aesthetic comfort for you and your family to enjoy. Maintaining this image, however, can prove to be frustrating and/or expensive. Choosing the right lawn care provider can make all the difference.
With the average lawn care visit costing between $30-$350 depending on the type of services needed, it is important that you choose wisely and get the best deal for your money. Here are a couple of things to look out for:
Reputation
Reputation matters. When you go around looking for the best company to meet your lawn care needs, take note of what people have to say about them. Look around, make a few calls, and contact people who you know have used their services in the past. Most trustworthy companies have uncensored reviews of their clients available on their websites and social media; give those a quick read. This will let you filter out the unreliable and overly expensive options from your list.
Location
The closer the lawn care provider is to you the better. Not only will they be easier to track and communicate with over time, they are also more likely to be well-versed with the weather patterns, the different soil types and the most effective techniques for your area.
Range of Services
Different lawn care companies will offer you different packages and a range of facilities and procedures for your needs. It’s important that you take into count what you’re paying for and whether it meets your individual requirements. Standard services generally include:
- Assessment: The company would visit your property and examine the lawn to recommend services and a treatment plan that cater to your particular requirements.
- Weed and insect control: Pesticides and insecticides will protect your lawn, and you should look into whether their products are organic or inorganic. Especially since your children and pets are likely to come into contact with these products.
- Fertilization: In order to keep your grass-green and healthy they will use fertilizers. Again, know what their products contain.
Experience
When you find yourself a credible lawn care provider, they should have years of experience, education, and training in the field so that you know you’re handing over your property to a trustworthy party. Ask them how often they sharpen their blades. That is generally quite telling of how well-versed they are in their field.
Licensed and Insured
This might sound like a non-issue but you will be surprised at how significant this can prove. In case of injury or damage to either your property or the care provider’s machinery, if they don’t have the licenses or relevant insurance policies, you would be liable to pay for the damages. So before you sign up, make sure you ask them for a brief on their Business and General Liability Insurance along with their Worker Compensation Coverage. Be cautious now and you will be grateful later.