"They are amazing at lawn care! They do everything needed and always go above and beyond to make sure your yard looks amazing! I would recommend them over and over again to everyone!"
"Tandem Trades LLC made it easy to coordinate & schedule miscellaneous residential handyman jobs (shutter reattachment, entry door weather strip replacement, exterior trim painting). Service was prompt, efficient, professional, and high quality with the handyman explaining all work performed."
"I got behind on my lawn cutting and he helped me get caught up. It was a little bit overgrown, but it was no problem. He helped me out and did weed eating as well. A little extra money and he took it to the property line, the extra yard waste that he cut with weed eater. Thank you Preston."
"He is very respectful of the customer and the home. He was a Marine, and we were glad to hire a Vet, our countries finest. A father of 4 having been married to his first and only wife 10 yrs. Trustworthy, hard worker, son of a contractor. Very honest and easy to talk to, desires to please his customers. Heâ s our handyman now after this weeks job. We are very happy, my husband and I."
"I think they treated the wrong lawn. The note they sent me via text message referenced trees and shrubs in my yard, I have none. They also did not leave a yard marker showing they had been there. Otherwise, this would have been a 5 star review."
"Adam did the work in my home today. There were three heating and air-conditioning units which were checked out and some which needed some repair. I highly recommend him. Reasonable cost excellent knowledge and willing to take the time to do an excellent job."
Ultimately, pulling weeds vs. spraying them depends on what’s happening in your yard and your personal preferences. Manual weed removal doesn’t introduce any chemicals into your landscape, targets specific problematic plants, produces immediate results, can be free if you go the DIY route, and is inexpensive with a weed service if you only have a handful of weeds. On the other hand, spraying is often preferable for severe weed infestations and situations involving difficult-to-pull weeds because it treats multiple weeds at once, is usually more effective long-term, is less time-consuming, and costs less when done by a pro.
It can be bad to leave a dead stump in the ground. A stump becomes a hefty piece of dead wood in time and eventually (especially with the help of rain) starts to rot. That makes it a locus point for diseases and pesky insects, as well as a bit of an eyesore. It’s best to remove a tree stump completely before it starts to decay, especially before it starts to fall apart. If the tree was removed because of disease, it’s even more important to fully remove the stump if possible.
Yes, rotting leaves can be good for your soil. The decaying leaves release nutrients into the soil that can boost the health of your plants, and the organic matter also helps improve airflow and water drainage.
There are several ways to decompose yard waste quickly. The first step is to move all debris into a compost bin or pile. From there, microorganisms, bacteria, and insects will break down the yard waste into compost. To speed things up, shred the waste into smaller pieces, add live worms to the pile, or introduce nitrogen-rich compost accelerators like grass clippings, coffee grounds, and manure. Turn the compost over every few days. This process, called aerating, allows oxygen to get in and accelerate decomposition.
To prepare your yard for river rocks, smaller rocks may require laying landscape fabric to keep the stones from sinking into the ground while encouraging proper water drainage. You should also clear the land of weeds and larger boulders and, in some cases, test the density of the soil to ensure it can handle the weight.
The Saint Clair, MO homeowners’ guide to lawn services
From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.
The cost to reseed a lawn can vary depending on the size of your yard and the condition of the soil. We’ll help you figure out the true cost of reseeding or overseeding your lawn, along with whether or not you should hire a professional.
Discover average lawn aeration cost, key price factors, and tips to save. Get a clear estimate for your yard and learn how to choose between DIY and hiring a pro.
When it comes to regular lawn care service—mowing, trimming, weed killing, and other landscaping—don’t settle for anything but the best; here’s how to find it.
Everyone wants lush, green lawns, but how do you do it? Using the right lawn fertilizer schedule is a good way to start. Here’s how to make your yard look its best.
