Question 1

How Do I Prevent Crabgrass From Coming Back Every Summer?

Accepted Answer

As with any weed control, the first step is to make sure you have successfully removed the invasive species and treated the conditions that enabled it to flourish. However, when it comes to making sure weeds don't come back, your best defense is always a thick and healthy lawn that chokes out unwanted weeds. This is achieved and maintained by strong cultural practices that include: Mowing to the right height Watering the right amount Feeding your lawn fertilizer only when needed Aerating strategically throughout the season Level up your lawn care with the help of a professional lawn care technician who can come up with a winning playbook for the season.

Question 2

Why Is My Grass Still Yellow After Fertilizing?

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If your brown or yellow spots aren’t responding to water or fertilizer, this could be a warning sign that something is stealing your turf’s nutrients. The culprit may be: Lawn pests (grubs, chinch bugs, or cutworms) Lawn diseases (dollar spot, brown patch, or snow mould) Nutrient-stealing weeds (crabgrass or dandelions) If you have stubborn patches that won’t go away, start right now by finding the Weed Man in your area.

Question 3

How Do I Know If My Lawn Needs Aeration?

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Healthy and vibrant lawns require 1-2 aerations per year. This is particularly true if you’re experiencing: Thin/Patchy Grass : If you’ve never had great coverage in certain areas, aeration can be a game-changer. Hard or Compacted Soil : You may need to open things up to let in water, nutrients, and high-quality seed. Thick Thatch : This layer of dead grass may be preventing your lawn from thriving. Pools/puddles : Poor water absorption is a telltale sign that your lawn needs aeration. Heavy Foot Traffic : A well-used and well-loved yard gets a lot of foot traffic, which means compacted soil. And you will see some truly amazing results when aeration is combined with overseeding.

Question 4

How Do Weed Man’s Services Work?

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Our process typically involves you requesting a free quote for your lawn. We use satellite imagery to measure your serviceable area and layer in your concerns and inputs, seasonal pressures, and local grass needs to create a tailored treatment plan for your lawn. Our programs generally include fertilization, weed control, and/or pest management services applied by a trained Weed Man technician over multiple visits to your property. Your exact program will depend heavily on where you live, because factors like climate, soil temperature, soil composition, and local agronomics play a significant role in our treatment strategies.

Question 5

How Do I Prepare My Lawn For Spring?

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After a long and cold winter, it’s easy to want to jump right into yard season as soon as the snow melts. You may be ready to dive right into spring, but your lawn may not be. We recommend you ease into spring by doing the following: Remove sticks, branches, or stones that made their way into your yard over the winter. Rake very lightly. Do not damage the soft and vulnerable turf. Don’t start fertilizing until your lawn is ready to absorb it: When it starts to green and grow. Consider aeration to set yourself up for a great growing season Leave grass clippings on after mowing. Grass is more than 90% water. Of course, the best results come from working with an experienced lawn care technician who can come up with a custom plan for a season of success.

Question 6

Do I Need to Be Home During Treatments?

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You do not!  Although we love to see our customers, it is not necessary for you to be physically present on the day of service. Depending on your property and household, you may need to take a few quick prep steps (see the next question), and our technician will happily carry out your service, even if no one’s home. 
After your service is complete, we’ll send out a service summary to let you know any important details about the service we performed.

Question 7

What Should I Do To Prepare My Lawn Before a Weed Man Visit?

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It’s very simple, and very little prep needs to be done. If you have a gate, be sure that it’s unlocked and accessible for our technicians to get through. If you have any pets, we kindly ask that you keep them inside for the day of service so that our techs are able to perform the service without interruption and in a timely manner.

Question 8

Can I Customize a Weed Man Lawn Care Package to Fit My Needs?

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Absolutely! We take pride in offering customized solutions, not cookie-cutter products. Many of our lawn care programs can be enhanced by our suite of add-on services. Your custom lawn plan will be built around your property’s needs, and you can update it anytime. If your goals or situation change, you can: Contact Weed Man directly Log in to our  online customer portal  and make the changes to your package online And if you have any questions about what services may or may not be a good fit for your lawn, we would love to discuss your options.

Question 9

What Lawn Care Services Does Weed Man Offer?

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All of our franchises are locally owned and operated. Each one has a list of services offered, depending on the unique needs of that particular community. For example, some types of weeds are more prevalent in certain parts of North America compared to others. As a whole, our most popular services include: Weed Control Fertilization Aeration Those are the core services offered by all Weed Man franchises. However, your local Weed Man may also offer more targeted services such as: Surface Insect Control Crabgrass Control Lawn Disease Control Overseeding Seed & Feed Grub Control Chinch Bug Management Moss Control Liming Tick & Perimeter Pest Control Services Soil Revitalizer Crack And Crevice Control Mosquito Control To find out what’s available for you, your best bet is to contact the local Weed Man franchise in your area.

Question 10

What Happens If it Rains on My Scheduled Service Day?

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This all depends on the volume and severity of the rain. If very heavy rain is forecasted on your scheduled service day, your service may be postponed to ensure the efficacy of the application. After your service has been performed, rain will not normally affect weed control applications, unless it rains very heavily immediately after the application. If your service needs to be rescheduled, or if you need a reapplication in between scheduled services, we’ll work with you to reschedule the service to a time when weather conditions improve.

Question 11

How Often Will Weed Man Visit My Property?

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Yard greatness doesn’t happen alone, or after just one visit. The frequency of your visits will depend on the services in your package. For example, you may only need lawn aeration once or twice a year, whereas you may receive fertilization once a month. If you have an advanced weed infestation, you may need more frequent visits and follow-ups to ensure the problem has been properly eradicated.

Question 12

Are Weed Man Services Guaranteed?

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Absolutely! We stand behind our services and will 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!

Question 13

Should I Water My Lawn After Fertilizing?

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We recommend you water your lawn within 48 hours after a fertilizer application, if it doesn't rain during that time. This will activate the fertilizer so it can begin to feed your lawn. However, if your treatment also includes a weed control product, you should wait for the product to dry before watering. This usually takes a few hours. Be sure to ask your technician about Weed Man’s fertilization program, its follow-up steps, or maintenance.

Question 14

Do I Need To Water My Lawn After Aeration?

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If your aeration was performed in combination with overseeding (another service available at most Weed Man locations), make sure you water your lawn deeply right after your service. For the next 10-14 days, water daily for 15 to 20 minutes in order to keep the seed moist, especially if there is no supplemental water from natural rainfall. A strict watering regimen is crucial for ensuring the success of the new seed.

Question 15

Can I Add or Cancel Services Anytime?

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Of course! If you want to add, remove, or change services, you can do so in one of two ways: Contact your local Weed Man Log in to our online  customer portal  and make the changes to your plan online

Question 16

How Do I Schedule Service?

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For Existing Customers: Log in to your online account through the  Weed Man Customer Portal Access your account to schedule a visit Or contact your local Weed Man directly via phone, email, or text.
 For New Customers: Start by finding the local Weed Man in your area Get a free quote online in a few quick clicks! Schedule your first visit!

Question 17

How Often Should I Mow My Lawn?

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Mow your lawn as often as you need to in order to maintain the proper height. Your lawn may require mowing more than once a week during peak growth periods in the spring and fall, and only once every two weeks during the hot summer months. But the amount of rain you get will have a direct impact on that. The ideal mowing height for most lawns is 7.5-9 cm (3” - 3.5”). The easiest thing to do is to make sure your mower is set 1-2 settings above the "middle" setting.

Question 18

How Frequently Should I Sharpen My Mower Blade?

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To maintain a sharp blade, you may need to sharpen it up to 3 times annually. A sharp blade makes a clean, precise cut for each grass blade. A dull mower blade, on the other hand, chews and frays the lawn.

Question 19

How Do I Get Rid of Dandelions?

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Dandelions are best treated with a broadleaf herbicide applied by your local Weed Man technician. The best time to attack them is during the "puffball" stage, after the plant has flowered. Fall is also an effective time to apply broadleaf weed control, as this is typically when dandelions transfer nutrients from their leaves to their roots for winter. And as we like to say, a thick and healthy lawn will always be your best defence against weeds of all kinds. This means keeping up with your regular: Mowing Watering Fertilization Aeration Also, cutting your lawn at a higher level will help choke dandelions out.

Question 20

How Much Water Does My Lawn Need? When Should I Water?

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Proper watering is key to keeping your lawn lush, healthy, and resistant to weeds and pests. On average, lawns need 1” - 2” (3-4 cm) of water per week to develop strong, deep roots. Each watering should soak the soil to a depth of 3” - 4” (7-10 cm), creating a moisture reserve to sustain your grass between waterings.
 Keep in mind that the exact amount may vary depending on: Your grass type Soil conditions (sandy soils dry out faster than clay) Recent weather patterns Your geographic location For best results: Water deeply and infrequently rather than daily light sprinklings. Water early in the morning (5-9 am) when temperatures are cooler and evaporation is minimal. Avoid evening watering, which can encourage disease.
 Your local Weed Man technician can recommend the best watering schedule for your lawn type and local conditions.

Question 21

What Is Aeration, and Why Would I Need It?

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Aerating your lawn allows vital nutrients, water, sunlight, and oxygen to sink in and reach the root system. This will promote a healthy and deep root system, giving you a lush green lawn that is better equipped to defend against the intrusion of unwanted weeds and grasses. This is especially key if your lawn experiences a lot of foot traffic. Weed Man’s aeration services will: Break up thatch and soil compaction, which will… Allow your soil to breathe and absorb water/nutrients much deeper into the roots, which will… Boost overseeding by allowing for deeper penetration and more germination. Ask your local Weed Man technician what aeration could do for your lawn!

Question 22

How Often Should I Fertilize My Lawn?

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This depends on the quality of the fertilizer product you’re using and how you apply it. On average, Weed Man lawns should be fertilized four to six times per year using our slow-release granular fertilizer. Our technicians schedule timed applications throughout the growing season to ensure consistent results without overfeeding. On the other hand, many frustrated homeowners come to us after trying different over-the-counter fertilizer products that they have tried spreading themselves. More often than not, their DIY efforts have left them with: Inconsistent colour or “burns” Patchy growth Questions about what they’re doing wrong It’s not always the homeowner’s fault. Most store-bought fertilizers contain rock fillers that make consistent results very difficult. This means they’re fertilizing more often, with poorer results to show for it.

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