Does mowing get rid of chiggers?

• <div><p>Chiggers thrive in overgrown lawns, so regular mowing will deter these annoying mites. It may not remove every single chigger, however, so follow that up with weeding and trimming any nearby trees and bushes. Pay special attention to moist, shady spots, as these are a chigger’s preferred habitat. When all else fails, sprinkle your yard with diatomaceous earth. It kills chiggers by dehydrating their exoskeletons. Diatomaceous earth is basically ground-up shells, so there’s no risk of injury to animals.</p></div>

How long do lawn stripes last?

• <div><p>On average, lawn stripes will last about <b>two weeks</b>. This timeline gives you plenty of elbow room to perfect your skills since your designs will always fade if you’re unhappy with the results. For best results and to keep your grass healthy, change the direction of each stripe every two weeks. </p></div>

What can I put on my grass to make it green?

• <div><p>There are plenty of products to help green up your grass. Try an iron supplement spray or fertilizer that is rich in nitrogen. You can also apply a thin layer of <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-make-compost.htm">compost on top of your lawn</a> at the beginning of spring to give the grass a nutrition boost, which helps it achieve that bright color you are looking for. </p></div>

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WC Landscape and Masonry Services

WC Landscape and Masonry Services

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Welcome to WC Landscaping Services Our Landscaping, Lighting & Masonry Services Welcome to our Landscaping, Lighting & Masonry Services, where we specialize in transforming outdoor spaces into stunning landscapes that captivate and inspire. Our team of experts is dedicated to providing top-notch landscaping, landscape lighting, and masonry services to enhance the beauty and functionality of your property. Our Services Landscaping Our landscaping services are designed to create lush, vibrant outdoor environments that reflect your personal style and preferences. We offer: - Garden Design and Installation: From flower beds to vegetable gardens, we design and install gardens that thrive in your local climate. - Lawn Care and Maintenance: Keep your lawn green and healthy with our regular maintenance services, including mowing, fertilizing, and aeration. - Tree and Shrub Planting: Select and plant trees and shrubs that complement your landscape and provide shade and structure. Landscape Lighting Illuminate your outdoor spaces with our expertly designed landscape lighting solutions. Our services include: - Pathway Lighting: Enhance safety and aesthetics with lighting along walkways and driveways. - Accent Lighting: Highlight architectural features and focal points with strategically placed accent lights. - Security Lighting: Increase the security of your property with motion-activated or sensor lights. Masonry Services Our skilled masons bring craftsmanship and attention to detail to every project, offering: - Patios and Walkways: Create inviting outdoor living spaces with custom-designed patios and walkways. - Retaining Walls: Enhance your landscape's functionality and beauty with well-crafted retaining walls. - Stone and Brick Work: Add timeless elegance to your property with expertly installed stone and brick features.

"It went great. WC Landscaping has taken care of our property for the past 10+ years. They're professional in all areas of landscaping care and irrigation. This spring we put in over 325' of masonry walls and the work was beautifully done. Their employees that come to our home on a weekly basis are always, neat, pleasant, well dressed, polite and very respectful of our property. The equipment they use to perform their jobs is in very good shape and well maintained. We can also rely on them for related work, such as tree trimming or removal when necessary. Their pricing is always fair. It's just another reason why they've been our gardener of choice for so many years."

G M on January 2025

"It went great. WC Landscaping has taken care of our property for the past 10+ years. They're professional in all areas of landscaping care and irrigation. This spring we put in over 325' of masonry walls and the work was beautifully done. Their employees that come to our home on a weekly basis are always, neat, pleasant, well dressed, polite and very respectful of our property. The equipment they use to perform their jobs is in very good shape and well maintained. We can also rely on them for related work, such as tree trimming or removal when necessary. Their pricing is always fair. It's just another reason why they've been our gardener of choice for so many years."

G M on January 2025

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The Garden Experience INC

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We have the experience and dedication to bring your dreams to reality! We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. Call or click to schedule a free estimate today!

"Excellent, could not have asked for better service, professionalism and result at an affordable price. Jacob is a man of his word and the gentleman he dispatched to do the job - Angel, went above and beyond. Will highly recommend this company to family and friends!"

Michael S on November 2024

"Excellent, could not have asked for better service, professionalism and result at an affordable price. Jacob is a man of his word and the gentleman he dispatched to do the job - Angel, went above and beyond. Will highly recommend this company to family and friends!"

Michael S on November 2024

Supersonic Cleaning Services, Inc.

Supersonic Cleaning Services, Inc.

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We are experts on COVID-19 Sanitizing and Disinfecting, carpet cleaning, floor cleaning, odor remediation and upholstery, as well as water & smoke/fire remediation. Over 22 years experience - call today for a free estimate!

"Went well, completed all required work, and house looks great. Had a few extra tasks that they did; gutter clean and front walkway power wash, that made the project outcome even better than expected. Would recommend these guys"

Gary S on May 2025

"Went well, completed all required work, and house looks great. Had a few extra tasks that they did; gutter clean and front walkway power wash, that made the project outcome even better than expected. Would recommend these guys"

Gary S on May 2025

Rock-N-Gardens

Rock-N-Gardens

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Rock-n-Gardens is a family owned business, with over 30 years experience in landscaping and stonework. We specialize in natural stone patios, walkways and retaining walls, firepits and steps. But also build vegetable gardens, perennial gardens and other planting. WE DON'T DO TREE SERVICE, LAWNCARE AND LEAF REMOVAL. Free estimates No credit cards

"Very satisfied with Keegan’s work"

Mark R on April 2025

"Very satisfied with Keegan’s work"

Mark R on April 2025

Pv Pros

Pv Pros

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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers

212 local quotes requested

"Welcome to Precise Vision Pros! With our comprehensive range of pool services, including openings, closings, maintenance, repairs, and installations, we are your trusted partner for all your pool needs. Our experienced team ensures your pool remains in top shape. Count on us for expert care, attention to detail, and a poolside paradise you'll love. Contact us today for professional pool services that exceed your expectations. Let us take care of your pool needs with precision and expertise. Your satisfaction is our priority."

"Will start in September"

Robert F on August 2025

"Will start in September"

Robert F on August 2025

Coupe's Cuts

Coupe's Cuts

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27 years of experience

We proudly serves its customers with pride, integrity and attention to the details that matter most to you. This is one of the many things that sets us apart from the rest. We are locally owned and operated. Give us a call today!

"He is great does amazing work. The quality of work and great knowledge in the profession. He provides great options for you and provides great prices."

Dave R on June 2023

"He is great does amazing work. The quality of work and great knowledge in the profession. He provides great options for you and provides great prices."

Dave R on June 2023

GMC Landscape and Cleaning Services, LLC

GMC Landscape and Cleaning Services, LLC

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14 local quotes requested

We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer a variety of quality cleaning and janitorial services. You will find us to be competitively priced with close attention to the details of each and every project that we are involved with. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction! 845 3800592

"Wonderful. Will be using him again in the future"

Shawn R on May 2025

"Wonderful. Will be using him again in the future"

Shawn R on May 2025

The Seasons Edge Landscaping, Inc.

The Seasons Edge Landscaping, Inc.

Customers say: Quality work

Recommended by 93% of Angi customers

16 local quotes requested

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

"Highly recommend"

Melinda V on March 2025

"Highly recommend"

Melinda V on March 2025

Black Pines Landscaping, Inc.

Black Pines Landscaping, Inc.

Customers say: True professional

Recommended by 95% of Angi customers

26 local quotes requested

We bring collectively over 30 years of landscape maintenance, plant installation and snow removal expertise, to the operation. Your preferences and priorities, are always our first consideration. We are timely with our work and always pay attention to detail. Here, at Black Pines Landscaping, we pride ourselves on our reliability, great communication, integrity and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

"All went well."

Leonard H on July 2025

"All went well."

Leonard H on July 2025

Osorio Irrigation, LLC

Osorio Irrigation, LLC

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29 local quotes requested

With over 20 years of experience in the Irrigation Industry, we are the experts you need to take care of your home or business. We handle everything from winterizing and activating sprinklers to installing sprinklers. We will treat your home as we would treat our own. Give Osorio Irrigation a call today, we look forward to working with you! Westchester County Irrigation License #WC-31142-H18 Putnam County Irrigation License #PC795

"Osorio irrigation is your one stop service to meet your sprinkler and landscaping lighting needs. Affordable, responsible and trustworthy .Customer satisfaction is their priority and Wilmer really cares about his customers .Excellent top notch service with great attention given to detail to make every job look beyond expectation . I highly recommend them."

Albert A on March 2025

"Osorio irrigation is your one stop service to meet your sprinkler and landscaping lighting needs. Affordable, responsible and trustworthy .Customer satisfaction is their priority and Wilmer really cares about his customers .Excellent top notch service with great attention given to detail to make every job look beyond expectation . I highly recommend them."

Albert A on March 2025

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Lawn Care questions, answered by experts

Chiggers thrive in overgrown lawns, so regular mowing will deter these annoying mites. It may not remove every single chigger, however, so follow that up with weeding and trimming any nearby trees and bushes. Pay special attention to moist, shady spots, as these are a chigger’s preferred habitat. When all else fails, sprinkle your yard with diatomaceous earth. It kills chiggers by dehydrating their exoskeletons. Diatomaceous earth is basically ground-up shells, so there’s no risk of injury to animals.

To prepare your lawn for core aeration, water it the day before you aerate. (Alternatively, you can wait until it rains and aerate the following day.) Aerating after watering or a rainy day will make the process easier since you can penetrate moist soil better than dry soil. You should also flag your sprinklers so that you don’t accidentally hit them while aerating. If you have a lot of thatch buildup in your yard, you might need to dethatch your lawn before aerating as well.

On average, lawn stripes will last about two weeks. This timeline gives you plenty of elbow room to perfect your skills since your designs will always fade if you’re unhappy with the results. For best results and to keep your grass healthy, change the direction of each stripe every two weeks.

Mid-morning is one of the best times to cut the grass. By 10 a.m., the dew should have evaporated, and the lawn should be dry enough to cut. Cutting your grass at this time also allows your grass to recover before the heat sets in, making it more difficult and uncomfortable to mow.

There are plenty of products to help green up your grass. Try an iron supplement spray or fertilizer that is rich in nitrogen. You can also apply a thin layer of compost on top of your lawn at the beginning of spring to give the grass a nutrition boost, which helps it achieve that bright color you are looking for.

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