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While rates differ between service providers, they often range between $7 to $25 for every 1,000 square feet. These prices come out as $75 to $250 depending on the size of your yard.

We recommend cutting your yard to about half its usual height and watering it until the soil is damp. Be sure to mark where you have sprinklers and rake up fallen leaves. If you can’t, we can do both the preparation and services.

Generally, we do not recommend yearly aeration if you aerate and overseed your yard together. This process can kill new growth. Instead, give your grass some time to grow before aerating it again.

Aphid populations typically increase considerably in the spring before their natural predators (like ladybugs) appear. Using too much nitrogen-rich fertilizer can also attract aphids because it encourages rapid leaf growth in plants. Plant stress from overwatering or transplanting can also make plants more vulnerable to aphid infestations.

Most aphids live on the underside of plant leaves to feed on the sap. Some aphids, like the gray-white root aphids, live in the soil and attack plants at the roots.

Aphids cannot bite or chew, so they cannot harm humans or animals. Some people have allergic reactions from contact with aphids, but this is rare. Aphids only spread disease between plants, not to humans. 

Brown patch isn’t the only reason your Dawsonville property develops unsightly discolored areas on the grass. For example, beetle larvae or grubs can cause a similar issue by eating grass roots underground. 

Thatch is another cause of brown patches. It’s the accumulation of dead and decomposing roots, leaves, twigs, and other organic matter between the grass blades and their root systems. 

A half-inch thick layer of thatch protects grass roots, but a thicker layer can prevent water, oxygen, and nutrients from reaching the roots. 

Regardless of why your lawn has brown patches, you can count on our team at Alf Lawn & Pest Solutions to inspect the property and identify the source of your troubles. 

Unfortunately, mowing a lawn with untreated brown patch can spread the fungus. Fungal spores can stick to the mower’s blades, deck, and wheels before dropping on new areas throughout the property. If you want to mow your lawn safely without worsening your brown patch issue, clean the lawn mower well and often.

Our brown patch treatment works relatively quickly to get the fungus under control and prevent it from spreading. However, the rotted spots will take some time to regrow. You might need to wait until the grass’s next growing season to see results, but our lawn care specialists will create a plan to rejuvenate your yard and improve grass health. 

The price of commercial lawn care depends on what services you need us to perform, the size of your property, and how long you have gone without performing routine maintenance. For example, pest control costs more when you do not request frequent services, as the bugs are more numerous and thus harder to kill. For more information on commercial lawn maintenance pricing, contact us at Alf Lawn & Pest Solutions. 

The most useful lawn treatments include mowing, leaf removal, tree and shrub trimming, mulching, and flower planting. These services are all related to making your property look its best. Investing in this type of maintenance will keep your property looking fantastic for both your staff and customers to enjoy.

Many businesses opt to invest in weekly commercial grounds maintenance to keep their property looking clean and professional. However, your routine maintenance schedule depends on what services you need and how clean you want your property to look. Be sure to contact us at Alf Lawn & Pest Solutions to determine the best schedule for you.

Since lawn fungus needs moisture to survive, the best way to prevent an infection is to water your grass smartly. Try not to water your lawn more than four times a week to avoid dry soils while preventing oversaturation. Minimizing your yard’s thatch layer is also helpful. 

Unfortunately, lawn diseases will not go away without treatment. If your property in Dawsonville, GA, has a fungal infection, it’s best to reach out to our professionals at Alf Lawn & Pest Solutions for Dollar Spot treatment.

However, you can control the spread of Dollar Spot by making the lawn uninhabitable to the fungus. For instance, fungicide applications can help manage the infection. Infrequent deep watering can also reduce the moisture on grass blades, which can cause the fungal disease to spread quickly. 

Brown Patch and Dollar Spot disease both come from lawn fungus. However, Brown Patch disease begins as yellowish-brown circular spots in a yard that spreads quickly. The patches grow quickest in temperatures above 80 degrees Fahrenheit and can reach several feet wide in diameter.

The damage from Dollar Spot can also spread, but the patches are small, rounded clusters resembling silver dollars. The tight circles are straw-colored with a brown border. 

Typical mushroom patterns associated with fairy rings disappear on their own. However, spores germinate beneath the surface of your lawn. Therefore, mushroom disappearance doesn’t mean your fairy ring problem ends. 

Fairy rings should cause no problems to your health by growing in your yard. However, you should never ingest any wild mushrooms.

Yes, fairy rings damage your lawn. They absorb the water that your grass roots need to thrive. Once they create a thick mat of fungus, your grass will struggle to stay hydrated.

You should have your lawn fertilized at least twice a year. We recommend it up to six times a year. This schedule includes the average twice-yearly fertilization and four upkeep appointments during the growing season.

You should wait at least 24 hours before stepping on your lawn after fertilization. Keep children and pets from disturbing the grass as well. Some types of fertilizer require up to three days after the application process.

You should wait 24 hours before watering your lawn after fertilization. This allows the fertilizer to soak into the soil fully and evenly. 

You should soak your lawn once the appropriate amount of time has passed. A light misting won’t allow the fertilizer to travel deep into the soil. By thoroughly soaking the soil, you help the fertilizer move deep into the dirt. Your grass will continue pulling nutrients once it uses all the surface nutrients.

When fire ants die, they release a pheromone that can attract additional ants. This behavior can make it challenging to eradicate fire ant colonies with DIY methods. A professional technician has the tools and knowledge to eliminate the colony without attracting more ants.

No, there is no specific ant season. Ants can infest your yard at any time of the year.

If a fire ant stings you, wash the area with soap and water and apply a cold compress for ten to 15 minutes. Apply an antihistamine or cortisone cream to relieve itching. Seek immediate medical attention for a severe reaction.

Routine pest control treatments can get rid of fleas and ticks. However, clearing clutter and allowing sunlight to shine into your yard can deter these bugs from returning. Mowing higher can also help, as short grass deters spiders and ants that prey on fleas.

If you must control a pre-existing problem, we will likely need to come by once a month to reapply pesticides. However, we also provide preventive extermination treatments to some customers that last for three to four months outside and the duration of the Georgia flea/tick season inside. 

We will recommend treatments to you based on the magnitude of your problem and needs.

The primary signs that your dog or cat has fleas include the following: 

• Hair loss
• Flea eggs and dirt spread throughout their fur
• Parasites such as tapeworms
• Excessive itching
• Red bumps around the belly and behind, under their legs, and at the base of their tail

Grubs prefer healthy, thick grass because that means a healthy root system for them to feed on. Grub infestations are most common in well-cared-for lawns, so early grub control is critical to protecting the grass.

While animals like raccoons and possums eat grubs, they can damage your lawn. However, birds also love to eat grubs, so making your yard as welcoming as possible can help control the pests. Bird feeders and birdhouses can attract beneficial species that will naturally help control grub infestations. 

For the most consistent grub control, it’s essential to apply preventive measures annually. Skipping a year allows insects to lay eggs in the grass, which can lead to an infestation and damage by fall. It’s best to keep up with grub control to ensure your yard remains pest-free.

For smaller routine maintenance, such as lawn mowing and gutter cleaning, you shouldn’t need to create an agreement with your residents. However, if you plan to change the landscaping in the common areas of your HOA, you ought to create an agreement that thoroughly explains the work you intend to do and the pricing.

Make sure that your HOA board is easy to contact so that residents can explain their concerns. This will help you to avoid lawsuits and other conflicts. If the problem relates to the lawn care company that you hire, such as poor quality of work or property damage, you should speak with them directly.

At Alf Lawn & Pest Solutions, we maintain a high quality of work and prioritize customer satisfaction. We are always available to discuss your concerns. 

Fining your residents requires a lot of extra work, as you must constantly monitor their properties and hand out warnings. You should include routine lawn maintenance in your initial agreement with your residents, as well as make this cost a part of their general fees. 

Pests frequently use crawl spaces to enter a home. As crawl spaces are dark and damp, they attract many kinds of insects and rodents. Crawl spaces that are especially cluttered or dirty can attract even more pests, as organic matter (such as dust) helps feed them, while clutter provides additional spots for them to hide. 

Pests entering through crawl spaces are likely to infiltrate the rest of your house. You should treat this problem immediately if you notice it. 

Pests often enter through tiny cracks or holes that are hardly visible. Spiders, ticks, and ants are some of the most common pests to enter through weakened parts of the perimeter of your building. Therefore, to perform effective pest control and prevent them from returning, we may also suggest places that you must seal off around your building.

Alf Lawn & Pest Solutions also offers quarterly perimeter pest control services to kill off these bugs before they enter your building. 

Alf Lawn & Pest Solutions offers a 100% satisfaction guarantee to all customers. If you are not fully satisfied with our services, we will work with you to come up with a fair and proper solution. 

Japanese beetles are most active during a four-to-six-week period in the summer. Individual beetles live about 30 to 45 days, but leaving them to their own devices allows them to inflict extensive damage and lay eggs that cause a future infestation. 

For Japanese beetle grubs, grass roots are an attractive food source, and adult beetles will lay eggs in any open patch of grass. Certain flowers, trees, and fruits attract insects with their smell, especially hollyhocks, roses, cherry, and apple trees. 

Japanese beetles are destructive at all life stages. Although they won’t harm evergreen trees or most species of oak or maple, a Japanese beetle population can destroy garden vegetation by devouring leaves and petals. 

It takes a lot of practice to differentiate what kind of grass you have in your yard. Some ways to identify your grass type include the climate and evaluating grass tip shapes and root growth. You can also speak with your local county extension agent instead of trying to identify it yourself.

Hundreds of insect species feed on the grass in Georgia. We carefully inspect your yard for signs of other types of bugs and the damage they can cause. A few other insects may mimic other bugs with the damage they produce, including:

• Root weevils
• Grasshoppers
• White grubs
• Billbugs

The price differs based on the infestation severity and the size of the yard. Many homeowners pay between $50 to $170 for yard infestations. Overall, pest control can cost between $200 to $350.

Most organic mulch materials will break down and lose effectiveness after some time. Therefore, replacing yours at least once a year is a good idea if you want to maintain a healthy and exquisite-looking landscape. At Alf Lawn & Pest Solutions, our expert mulch installation team can provide guidance on mulch maintenance and replacement.

The right garden mulch thickness to aim for depends on the current depth of mulch on your plant beds at any given moment. We recommend around three inches of mulch across your landscape at all times. So, if you already have mulch on the landscape, the new layer shouldn’t be more than an inch.

Excessive mulch can harm your plants by choking out the roots and preventing moisture absorption through their roots.

Mulch doesn’t completely eradicate weeds. However, it does a fantastic job of suppressing them. If the weed can’t sprout, it won’t thrive.

You can order mulch and install it without professional help. However, you must be sure you’re up for the physical demands of spreading the mulch across your landscape. You must also pay attention to the mulch depth to prevent plant death.

DIY strategies rarely create long-term solutions. Investing in a professional pest control company is the best way to eliminate your problem once and for all. 

Our specialists deploy traps in strategic areas around your home. These tools bait rodents and limit their mobility around your property.

Our professionals use modern technology to find footprints, follow dropping patterns, and identify vulnerable areas on your property. By tracking the problem back to the source, we can develop an effective pest control strategy.

After identifying a rodent outbreak, our team may be able to resolve your problem within a few hours. We keep rodent monitoring stations active around the house in case pests try to re-enter. A specialist will help you understand what to expect during your consultation.

The cost of the seasonal flower and color installation project depends on a few factors, such as:

• The size of your commercial property
• The plant species you choose
• Site-dependent complications

   

Our team will evaluate your property during initial consultations and provide a clear and detailed quote.

Yes! Our team will discuss all the options available to you, and you can pick the plants you prefer. There is a healthy variety of colors and beautiful flowers to choose from.

With our extensive experience working in Dawsonville, GA, and the surrounding areas, we know what works and what doesn’t.

Whether you make your own choices or follow our recommendations, we’ll ensure you have a stunning commercial landscape full of seasonal color, beautiful blooms, and stunning plant life.

We will install the flowers where they will be visible enough to entice visitors and customers with their exquisite scents and colors. We will evaluate your landscape and install the flowers in areas with the highest potential. High-traffic areas always work well!

When you hire us for commercial spring and fall yard cleanups, you can rest assured that you will get an experienced and highly professional crew. We will respect your property and work quickly to avoid getting in the way of your daily operations. Our work will include:

• Cleaning dead leaves
• Cleaning up around your plants
• Cleaning patios and walkways
• Pruning dying and dead branches
• And more

We complete most yard cleanups within a couple of hours. However, the exact duration depends on the size of your property and the number of services that will make up the cleaning session. We will communicate a project timeline during initial consultations and do our best to stick to it.

The cost of your spring and fall yard cleanups also depends on the size of your property and how much work we have to do while on the premises. We provide simple, honest, and competitive price quotes on every project.

You don’t need to provide cleaning equipment for our team. We arrive at your premises in fully stocked vehicles holding everything we need to complete your project.

Ophiosphaerella causes spring dead spots to appear. In the spring, cool soil temperatures and dampness from the rain create the perfect environment for this fungus to spread. It damages your lawn’s root system as it flourishes. 

Spring dead spots spread through the soil and any infected plant matter. The fungus usually begins its growth cycle during the fall, but you won’t notice it in winter because the grass dies off anyway. The dead spots become obvious during spring months when new growth occurs. 

Spores that cause spring dead spots also spread from foot traffic, machinery, wind, and water runoff. Professional services treat your entire yard, making your lawn inhospitable for further growth. 

Spring dead spots don’t usually go away on their own, as the fungus uses your damaged grass as a path for further propagation. You need expert treatment services to stop them from spreading further. 

We recommend having your home inspected for termites at least once a year. However, if your property previously had termite problems, you may consider two or more visits.

More often than not, homeowners insurance will not cover termite damage. However, it may cover termite damage if the house suddenly collapses or the termite infestation results from a covered incident.

Most treatments cost around $575, ranging between $275 and $950. Every estimate you receive should indicate the reasoning for the price they give you.

Fertilizing trees on hot summer days can cause stress. Fertilizer triggers plant growth, but the tree also needs more water and nutrients, which may not be readily available when it’s hot. Fertilizing during cooler, wetter periods helps ensure a strong, healthy tree.

It is possible to over-fertilize trees and shrubs. Applying fertilizer excessively or too often can cause weak growth and leave the tree susceptible to breakage, disease, and injury from weather conditions and pests. Over-fertilization can also contaminate soil and groundwater if the tree’s roots do not absorb the fertilizer. 

Shrubs need fertilizing during the growing season. In most cases, this means a monthly feeding during the spring and summer. 

Tree and shrub trimming is complicated; it’s not a job for anyone. Making the wrong pruning cuts on a tree can kill it. Additionally, mishandling the trimming equipment or trimmed branches can cause injuries or property damage.

Working with a professional tree and shrub trimming company is the surest path to peace of mind.

The cost of tree and shrub trimming depends on a few factors, including:

• The tree and shrub population around your property
• Safety and risk concerns
• Project time demands
• Site-specific constraints

   

You should keep in mind that paying for tree and shrub trimming is an investment in the long-term health of your plants and the look and safety of your property. By allowing professionals to trim your trees and shrubs, you can have peace of mind knowing your commercial property has safe, beautiful landscaping.

You can trim your trees and shrubs as often as possible throughout the year. We can trim trees and shrubs monthly if you have many fast-growing plants. However, you can get the most value for money by trimming trees and shrubs once every four months or three times a year.

Professional weed control kills your current weeds and prevents further growth. Many weeds take advantage of your lawn’s nutrient supply. This keeps your grass from getting the nutrients it needs. Some weeds attract other pests to your yard, increasing the likelihood of infestation. 

Avoid mowing your lawn for two days before weed control application. Wait an additional two days after application. Mowing decreases a weed control product’s efficiency. 

You should wait two days to water your lawn after a weed control application. Watering washes the product off the targeted plants, making it less effective.