Lawn Care Services

Regular lawn care is vital for the health of your yard. Regular lawn care services go far beyond just mowing. Our team of lawn care experts will re-seed your lawn, filling in patchy grass and make your lawn look like new. We attack weeds at the roots before they can take over your yard. We aerate and irrigate your yard, developing rich and fertile soil that will nourish your lawn for years to come. If you have sod, we keep it well maintained and looking new.

The beautiful sprawling lawns that you see in your neighborhood didn’t get that way by accident. Beautiful lawns are more science than art, and they are based on several important principles. Topography, soil management, drainage and environmental conditions are all vital pieces of the beautiful lawn puzzle. Our regular lawn care service includes mulching, aerating and soil improvement. Hardy lawns are built to survive harsh Massachusetts winters, and with regular lawn care, your lawn will remain beautiful despite heavy rains, snow and ice.

We are also skilled in incident management, and can visit and service your home on short notice. Falling debris, an unexpected storm or even a car driving onto your lawn can cause damage to an otherwise beautiful yard. We can include touch-ups during your regular maintenance or make special visits in case of unexpected problems.

Spring and fall cleanups

Spring is a time of renewal, and there is no better time to revamp your lawn. Our spring cleanup service includes cleaning up of leaves, branches and clutter. We haul away debris and composting materials, mow the grass and re-edge the lawn. In addition, we tend to flower beds and shrubbery, trimming and re-planting as necessary. We redefine the borders of the lawn and re-seed areas that have been damaged over the winter. We trim tree branches and prune hedges as necessary.

Some homeowners choose to skip the spring cleaning as they think it is unnecessary. This is a mistake. Winters in Massachusetts can do a number on your yard, and spring is the best time to get a jump on clearing your yard and making it beautiful for the upcoming season. A spring cleanup keeps old debris from rotting in your flower beds, mildewing and attracting pests. Old debris can also cut off your lawn’s access to the sun, choking it and interfering with your lawn’s ability to grow.

Fall cleanups are just as important. The long spring and summer means foot traffic, bikes ridden on the lawn, heavy rains waterlogging your plants and general wear and tear. Add to that a blanket of heavy leaves falling from trees, and you have the right conditions for a tired and worn lawn. If you are planting a vegetable garden, fall is the time to pull out old vegetables and start with new plantings. Pests will be looking for a place to settle in for the winter, and rotting tree branches and old piles of leaves are the perfect nesting place. A fall clean up will rid your yard of these elements, leaving it fresh and ready for the winter. Our services include raking, mulching and aerating. Residential landscaping companies can also clean wet leaves from gutters, dry everything out and trim rogue tree branches.

Hydro seeding

Hydro seeding is excellent for growing brand new lawns or control natural erosion. Hydro seeding is an inexpensive alternative to sod, and is versatile for people who are looking for an easy, fool-proof lawn. Also referred to as hydraulic mulch seeding, hydro seeding is popular for commercial property managers who want to grow a lush lawn over a large area.

Our state of the art hydro seeding machines mix a combination of fertilizer, grass seed, water and mulch, then sprays it onto a layer of newly prepared top soil. From there, all it needs is regular watering of 10 minutes, 2-3 times per day. We can build an irrigation system that will perform this task, saving you both time and money. In just a few weeks you will see a lush, green and healthy lawn. The entire process takes about two weeks and within one month, you can schedule your first mowing.

Our team of hydro seeding experts have perfected this technique over decades and can complete your service quickly and efficiently.

Sod Installations-New Lawns

For an instantly beautiful lawn, many homeowners and commercial property owners choose sod. Sod is highly sought after because you can skip the “ugly stage” and have a deep green, lush lawn in just days. Sod lawns are typically healthier than seeded lawns as they are created with the most fertile soil, regular fertilization and are carefully watered and monitored. Sod has deep roots which makes it long-lasting and durable. While the price tag for sod is higher than that of seeding lawns, the investment pays off over time as the sod yard does not require re-seeding, excessive weed control or extra fertilization.

The first step in installing sod in your yard is ground preparation. As specialty landscape contractors MA, we have the tools necessary to properly prep your yard, removing any debris, grass, moss or weeds. We then use hydraulic rakes and hand tools to cut and haul away any debris before we start the installation. We then grade your yard, making sure you will have the correct draining and runoff, avoiding flooding. For residential sod installations, we use individual rolls that we install by hand and with specialty tools. We can complete most of these installations in just one day. For commercial installations, we can usually complete most jobs within one to two weeks.

Tree and shrub pruning

Ornamental plants look their best when they are well-pruned, trimmed and maintained. These plants add to the curb appeal of your home, increase its value and create an oasis in your yard. Pruning improves visibility on your property, increasing both its aesthetic and its safety. It also encourages flower growth and production, which contributes to your property’s overall beauty.

We offer high-touch, custom hand pruning. We offer a multi-part service, and each visit is tailored to your property’s unique needs. In early spring, we prune away diseased and dead branches and undo all of the winter damage. In summer, we focus on thinning and shaping the florals on the trees and trimming excess branches. In late summer, we take care of new growth and remove old, dead branches that have grown up from early summer. In fall, we focus on preparing your shrubs and trees for their winter dormancy.

Mulching

Mulching is an integral part of any residential landscaping service. Mulch is vital for weed control and minimizes soil compaction in the summer months. Mulch helps the soil to retain its even temperature and conserve water. It also helps to add to the beauty of your plant beds and the overall appearance of your yard. There are many types of mulch available, from organic materials like wood, straw, grass clippings and bark to inorganic materials like plastic, stones and chips.

Mulch is not only practical but aesthetically pleasing. Brightly colored mulch looks great in your flower beds, around the permieter of your porch or along your paved walkway. Mulch looks better than plain dirt, and it is a simple way to make your yard look like professional and finished.

We perform mulching as a part of our regular residential landscaping service. We will help you to select the right mulch for your yard, then apply and maintain the mulch as needed. This service is especially important in the summer months as it can help to protect your yard and prepare it for the drier, fall season.