Published on Friday, March 29, 2024
As winter winds down and spring approaches in Iowa, it's time to start preparing your lawn for the new season. One important step is fertilizing, but before you do, there are a few things you should keep in mind. Firstly, it's best to mow your lawn before applying any fertilizer. This will allow the fertilizer to penetrate the soil more easily without being blocked by overgrowth or debris left over from winter. After you've mowed your lawn, wait 24 hours to a few days...
Published on Wednesday, February 01, 2023
One of the most important parts of any HOA property is its appearance. You want to attract new residents while also keeping your current community happy. It can be a huge endeavor to maintain an HOA property, so you may want to consider enrolling in an HOA maintenance program here in Iowa. Before signing up for an HOA program, you'll want to make sure that they offer the services that you'll need. A good HOA maintenance program will include lawn mowing, mulch installation, and...
Published on Wednesday, January 11, 2023
If you own a commercial property in Iowa, you'll want it to always look its best throughout the year so that your property makes a good first impression on your customers. However, putting in the work that is required to achieve a beautiful lawn is no easy task. Instead of trying to maintain your property yourself, you should make your life easier by signing up for a commercial lawn care program. Before you sign up for a commercial lawn care program, you'll want to make sure that it...
Published on Wednesday, April 27, 2022
After our winters in Iowa, you'll want to ensure that your first mow sets the right tone for the rest of the season and gives your lawn a clean cut. The key to this is performing proper maintenance tasks on your mower every year like changing the oil, checking the spark plug, cleaning the air filter, and greasing the lube points to keep your mower running smooth. Perhaps the most important maintenance task is sharpening the blades to prevent the mower from ripping your grass...
Published on Wednesday, August 21, 2019
When you invest your money and time into your lawn and landscape, it’s important to do everything you can to keep that investment well-maintained. Mowing your lawn and trimming your landscape is part of keeping it maintained and offers several benefits.
Routine mowing and trimming keep your lawn and landscape looking nice, keeps it healthy, and helps save you time and money by preventing issues later on. Here are some reasons why you need to keep your lawn mowed and landscape trimmed...
Published on Thursday, May 16, 2019
All machines need regular maintenance to function properly--and your mower is no exception! Without regular service, your mower can sustain damage and eventually break down.
It’s important to have your mower serviced annually. Our Sharp-N-Lube service offers homeowners a painless way to keep their mowers running smooth and performing well.
Mowers Suffer Engine Damage Without Regular Service
Without regular service, your mower will suffer just like a neglected car. Most...
Published on Thursday, March 02, 2017
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We know it's still cold out, but the mowing season is just around the corner. Is your mower ready? One of the keys to a thick and healthy lawn is to have your blades sharpened. This will also keep the chances of lawn getting a disease or fungus at a minimum.
It is recommended to have your blades sharpened and balanced every 15-20 hours of mowing. Sharp and balanced blades provide a more even cut ensuring a healthier turf grass plant. Our Sharp-N-Lube Mobile Mower Service can come to your ...
