by Nate on March 10, 2011
Q: Why do I need six regular applications during the growing season?
A: For balanced fertilization and control of weeds, a continuous, regular program is needed. Lawn
Cure’s six application program will produce a green, healthy lawn.
Q: How will you price my lawn care service?
A: The cost of Lawn Cure’s program is based only on the lawn area to be treated, not the total
size.
Q: What can be done to control crabgrass?
A: Crabgrass is a real problem because one plant can produce thousands of seeds. Pre-
emergent applied in early spring stops crabgrass as the seed germinates.
Q: How should I water my lawn?
A: Water during daylight hours of early morning if possible. In hot, dry weather, apply 1″ to 2″
of water weekly. This will help keep your lawn vigorous and healthy.
Q: How should I mow my lawn?
A: Mow when grass is dry so clippings will be evenly dispersed. Mulch your clippings. Keep your
mower blade sharp. Set your mower blade as high as possible to assure a minimum mowing
height of 3 inches.
Q: Are the materials used on my lawn safe?
A: With modern technology, a very low concentration of material is needed to control the
toughest weeds and insects. All materials are regulated by the EPA.
Ants can be a frustrating problem when it comes to them invading your home. Ants can smell food from many miles away, so if there are any crumbs, food left out or spills, ants will find a way into your home to clean up after you. You can always rely on baits, but if you have children or pets in the home, here are a few natural remedies that are effective but safe for the entire household.
Grits. Yep, that’s right. Use more food to get rid of ants by using quick grits. The end result for the ants isn’t pleasant, as the grits expand in their stomachs and cause the ants to die. You can sprinkle the grits in any area where you have notice ants and voila! They will be gone.
Boric acid. Boric acid can is effective, but Louisville pest control specialists warn that you should be careful not to inhale the fumes from the acid as it can cause breathing problems. The toxicity is low to humans, but if you have asthma or other breathing complications, you may want to try one of the other methods. Janitorial experts recommend mixing two parts of something sweet with one part boric acid.
Lemons. Make a concoction of half lemon juice and half water in a spray bottle. Spray around areas where ants frequent, and as well as areas where they may gain entrance to your home such as windows, doors, etc.
Spices. Pest control experts say there are a wide variety of spices that can be used to eliminate ants; however, you have to strategically make a line of the spice that will make it hard for the ants to travel around. Peppermint oil, black pepper, cayenne pepper and cinnamon can all be used to get rid of your ant problem.
Pest control authorities say all these remedies will be effective, but the best way to keep ants out is by cleaning up crumbs and spills as soon as possible and not leaving food out.
