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What Lawn Care Services Do

• Regular mowing at proper height for grass type
• Fertilization programs timed for St. Louis seasons
• Weed control (pre-emergent and post-emergent)
• Aeration and overseeding
• Grub and insect control
• Disease identification and treatment
• Leaf removal and spring/fall cleanup
• Edging, trimming, and bed maintenance

When to Hire a Lawn Care Service

Hire a lawn care service if you lack time for consistent maintenance or want professional-grade results. Even if you mow yourself, professional fertilization and weed control programs often produce better results than DIY store products. Core aeration and overseeding in fall is particularly important for St. Louis lawns.

Questions to Ask Before Hiring

• What is your recommended mowing height for my grass type?
• How many fertilizer applications are in your program and when?
• Do you use granular or liquid treatments?
• Is aeration and overseeding included or extra?
• How do you handle weeds that persist after treatment?
• Do you provide soil testing?
• What is your cancellation/skip policy for rainy weeks?

Red Flags to Watch For

• Same program for all grass types and conditions
• Mows too short (scalping damages lawns)
• No soil testing or lawn assessment before starting
• Won't explain what chemicals they're applying
• Skips service but still charges
• No communication about treatment schedules
• Doesn't adjust program seasonally

Cost Considerations in St. Louis

Weekly mowing in St. Louis runs $30-$75 depending on lot size. Full-service lawn care programs (mowing + fertilization + weed control) cost $150-$400+ monthly during growing season. Aeration and overseeding runs $150-$400 per application. Annual contracts often provide 10-20% savings over per-service pricing.