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Targets cranefly larvae (leatherjackets) before they can chew through grass roots and thin out your turf.
Two Names. One Problem.
Targets cranefly larvae (leatherjackets) before they can chew through grass roots and thin out your turf.
Prevents the brown, uneven patches and “sponge-like” feel caused by underground feeding.
Controls both larvae and adult stages to stop recurring infestations year after year.
Weed Man uses proven, environmentally responsible products applied only where needed for effective control.
Applications are scheduled when larvae are most active near the soil surface — ensuring the best possible results.
Integrated with your fertilization and pest management program to restore thickness, color, and overall turf health.
Two names. One problem.
Craneflies are large, mosquito-like insects that only live long enough to breed. Their larvae, called leatherjackets, live in the soil and feed on grass roots, causing thin, patchy lawns that feel spongy underfoot.
Watch for adult crane flies hovering over your lawn in late summer, or for brown, uneven patches appearing in spring. If you pull back a small section of sod and see grey, worm-like larvae, you’re likely dealing with leatherjackets.
You can! We’ve found that the best leatherjacket/cranefly control strategy is ensuring that your lawn is draining sufficiently with no standing water, while also focusing on beneficial cultural practices, such as:
Weed Man can also help with an effective insect control plan.
Unfortunately, no. Without treatment, larvae can survive winter and continue feeding in spring, causing long-term damage to turf roots and plant density.
Yes. Weed Man uses targeted, professional-grade applications that are safe when applied correctly. Our treatments are designed to control pests while keeping your lawn – and your family – protected.
No, craneflies and leatherjackets do not bite humans or your pets. Adult craneflies resemble mosquitoes and are often mistaken for them. But they actually lack the necessary mouthparts to pierce human skin. However, they do feed on your lawn.
If you think you have a cranefly infestation, don’t delay. Start right now by finding a Weed Man expert in your area.
This is my first year using a lawn service company for my weeds. I was skeptical at first but whatever they did to my lawn worked. The advice they gave me about what I could do to help keep the lawn looking great from watering to length of cut really helped. I had several people comment on how great it looked. I called in a few times with questions about my lawn care. By far the best customer service people I've dealt with in a long time. Great people. Highly recommend.
2025/07/03
This team is great. What appears to be a quick come and gone application, is from experience and a good eye. The moss control and fertilizer application has greatly improved the rich green colour. The aeration and overseeding has filled in those mole hills from last year's damage. Tegjot has requested a second weed control spray to get that pesky buttercup under control. Nearly 20 year of neglect is a work in progress, but already looks so much better.. Thank you.
2025/10/02
This is the second season that Weed Man, Dartmouth has been taking care of my lawn. I would recommend this company because the staff are knowledgeable, a pleasure to deal with, and they care about what they do. It is always easy to contact them, which is such a bonus these days. They provide timely updates on upcoming and completed services. A great company for lawn care.
2025/09/03
Achieve golf course quality results with Weed Man's premium, proprietary, slow-release granular fertilizer, specially blended with your lawn's nutrition in mind.
Eliminate unsightly and aggressive weeds with top-of-the-line products, specially tailored to the needs of your lawn and safely applied in the hands of our trained professionals.
Aeration promotes good root health by removing small cores of soil to reduce your lawn’s thatch layer, allowing water, air, and nutrients to reach the areas that need it most.
Manage unwanted weeds and grasses popping up in the landscaped areas of your property, including gardens, shrub beds, and mulched areas.
Manage troublesome, difficult-to-identify crabgrass—before it has a chance to germinate and after it pops up in your lawn—with top-of-the-line products, safely applied in the hands of our trained professionals.
Manage unwanted weeds and grasses popping up in areas of your property, such as your driveway, patio, sidewalk, or walkway.
Our trained and certified technicians will diagnose the presence of lawn diseases and implement a custom treatment plan to control disease-related damage in your lawn.
Defend your lawn from grub damage. Our trained and certified technicians will identify the infestation and recommend the best solution for your lawn.
Our trained and certified technicians will assess and restore the soil to an acceptable pH balance, allowing your lawn to properly absorb all the water and nutrients it needs.
Defend your lawn from insect damage. Our trained and certified technicians will identify, prevent, and control an infestation of turf-damaging insects.
Reclaim your outdoor space from annoying, biting mosquitoes. Get custom, targeted control and regular service from a trained professional, effectively reducing the mosquito population in your yard.
Overseeding strengthens your lawn and replenishes thin or bare areas with high quality grass seed.
We stand behind our services, and we'll happily visit your property in between scheduled visits, as needed and free of charge, to address any concerns and find suitable solutions for you. That’s our service guarantee!
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