General: The program focuses on enhancing turf appearance through routine inspections and Integrated Pest Management (IPM) activities.

Crabgrass Control: One pre-emergent herbicide application in early season for Crabgrass, Foxtail, and Annual Bluegrass, providing 80% control. Additional applications may be needed for certain grasses.

Broadleaf Weed Control: Two post-emergent weed control applications per season. Hard-to-control weeds may require extra treatments.

Turf Fertilization: Four applications, including one mineral-based product for long-term benefits and root development stimulation.

Insect Management: One insect application for grubs and surface insects. Additional applications may be required for specific insect issues.

Liming: One application of lime during the season to maintain soil pH.

Aeration: Once per year to reduce soil compaction and enhance root development.

Soil Testing: Conducted every three years to guide lawn care.

Additional Applications: Weather-sensitive pest problems may require extra treatments, at an additional cost.

Essential Lawn Care Program:

General: Similar to the comprehensive program with a focus on routine inspections and IPM activities.

Crabgrass Control: One pre-emergent herbicide application for certain grasses, with limitations on control effectiveness.

Broadleaf Weed Control: Two post-emergent applications per season, with potential for additional treatments for challenging weeds.

Turf Fertilization: Three applications, including one mineral-based product for extended benefits.

Insect Management: One application for grubs and surface insects, with potential for extra treatments for specific insect issues.

Liming: One application during the season to maintain soil pH.

Aeration: Once per year to reduce soil compaction and improve root development.

Soil Testing: Conducted every three years for guidance.

Additional Applications: Extra treatments may be required for weather-sensitive pest problems, at an additional cost.

Plant Care Program:

General: Focuses on enhancing plant appearance through routine inspections and Integrated Pest Management (IPM) activities, with broad-spectrum applications.

Dormant Oil: Applied once per year during plant dormancy to control scale and other pests in selected plants.

Broad Spectrum Insect / Disease Applications: Three applications timed on pest and weather conditions for insect and disease control.

Fertilization: One application per year between October 15 and December 31.

Additional Applications: Extra treatments may be needed based on weather-sensitive pest problems, at an additional cost.

Conversations with Clients about Additional Costs:

When discussing additional costs with clients, emphasize transparency and the specific reasons behind the extra treatment. Use the following approach:

Explain the Nature of Pest Problems: Describe the weather sensitivity of certain issues, especially disease control, making it unpredictable and necessitating additional applications.

Highlight Client Approval: Ensure clients understand that any added applications are performed upon their approval, maintaining an open line of communication.

Emphasize Effectiveness: Clarify that additional treatments are performed to address specific, unpredictable issues effectively, ensuring the health of their lawn or plants.

By framing the conversation around the unpredictable nature of certain pest problems and the commitment to client satisfaction, you maintain trust while explaining the need for extra costs.