10 Questions With The Lawn Pros At Greenlawns Of New York

Greenlawns of New York does it all, from tick, flea and mosquito control to property maintenance, with more than 20 years experience in the lawn care industry. The Long Island-based company is a master of its trade. If your lawn isn't living up to its fullest potential, Greenlawns of New York offers comprehensive lawn care services that its customers can trust.

Patch: Tell us a little about Greenlawns’ history. How has the company transformed since its inception?

Greenlawns of New York: Greenlawns of New York has come a long way since its initial opening. The business was created to tend to the needs of struggling lawns of customers who could not obtain the look wanted for the property with just a simple mow and trim. We take a special interest in lawns and customer service. We do not look at customers as numbers; we look at our customers as friends in need of assistance who are looking to take their lawn to the next level.

Throughout the years, Greenlawns has grown to be a well-developed business. Our technicians are well-seasoned on Long Island turf, with years of experience, and are constantly continuing education to stay up to date with the most innovative practices, state-of-the-art materials and equipment to ensure quality and satisfaction.

Patch: What are some of the more common mistakes that property owners make in terms of landscaping?

Greenlawns of New York: Some of the common mistakes that property owners tend to make in terms of lawn care is using the internet to search for answers and purchasing the wrong materials. There are many ways to treat a lawn, but there are certain rules and regulations to follow within the state of New York, as well as limitations to materials. Another common mistake is overwatering the lawn or not following a proper watering schedule. Watering the lawn the wrong way could have adverse effects and increase insect, disease and thatch problems.

Patch: What steps can home owners take to refine or maintain their lawn?

Greenlawns of New York: Steps homeowners can take are to get on a proper watering schedule for the time of season and the change of weather; soil testing your lawn to learn what the soil is deficient in and what amendments it needs; using the correct fertilizer on the lawn is essential, as this provides the lawn with nutrients it needs to build and maintain a thick and green turf; making sure the grass is getting enough sun, as most grass types need at least four hours of sunlight to upkeep its health and vigor; and core aerating the lawn annually is another beneficial service. Core aeration relieves thatch buildup, increases oxygen levels in the soil and improves fertilizer and water absorption/use. A common misconception is to thatch yearly. Core aeration not only improves your turf but eliminates the thatching process.

Patch: What are the benefits of hiring a contractor?

Greenlawns of New York: The benefits of hiring a contractor depend on the validity of the contractor. If one is to hire a contractor who is properly licensed and insured, then there are many benefits. By hiring the right contractor, you are hiring someone who is knowledgeable in the field, someone who has taken courses and state tests to make sure they are qualified to be on your property providing you with services. You are also getting a guarantee that the job will be done to your satisfaction. It also affords you free time to do other things.

Patch: Tell us about Greenlawns’ eco-friendly pest management.

Greenlawns of New York: Here, we provide customers with the option on how they wish to handle pest issues on the property through offering an organic program. We use products that are mixed with materials that you can find in an ordinary house hold ( i.e., peppermint and rosemary oils). It works as well as any other pest management program with a 30-day cycle schedule.

Patch: Greenlawns is a member of the Long Island Farm Bureau. How is this significant to the company’s business model?

Greenlawns of New York: Being a member of the Long Island Farm Bureau allows the company to stay up to date with new practices, techniques and new products in the industry. Our technicians are constantly participating in seminars regarding the agricultural and pesticides fields to learn of changes or new information within these fields.

Patch: How has the lawn care industry changed throughout the years, and how does Greenlawns stay ahead of emerging developments?

Greenlawns of New York: The lawn care industry has changed tremendously throughout the years. Just as in any other field, there is always developing information. Everything has changed, from the equipment and products used to standards and regulations. There are now better fertilization and pest-control materials, which are less subversive and more effective.

Greenlawns constantly takes advantage of attending seminars and classes with the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation, Nassau Suffolk Landscape Gardeners Association and the Long Island Farm Bureau to further improve our company. Through knowledge is how we stay ahead of emerging developments.

Patch: Greenlawns boasts comprehensive services. How does it uphold this?

Greenlawns of New York: Greenlawns upholds comprehensive services by educating our employees with a broad spectrum of information with the treatments we perform here. The technicians have studied, attended courses to become licensed applicators, and continue to educate themselves yearly through seminars to keep up with the latest information. With our technicians being well- seasoned in the Long Island industry, they can evaluate and diagnose the health of the lawn and ornamental plants and plan a course of action. With our comprehensive services, it benefits the customer’s property by being able to diagnose and treat problems before they turn into a costly endeavor.

Patch: Greenlawns has more than 20 years of experience under its belt. What’s next for the company?

Greenlawns of New York: Greenlawns is in the stages of further expanding our services throughout Long Island. We have great technicians here who are passionate about lawn care and customer service to help friends achieve goals with the look of their property, as well as being proactive as a company to stay ahead of issues that may occur.

Patch: How can Patch readers learn more about Greenlawns of New York?

Greenlawns of New York: Patch readers can learn more about Greenlawns of New York by visiting the website or calling the office and speaking with a customer representative.

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