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Residential Snow Removal: Reliable Service with Our Seasonal Contracts Winter in the Midwest can bring unpredictable snowstorms, and keeping your driveway and walkways clear is crucial for safety and accessibility. That’s where our Residential Snow Removal Service comes in. We offer contract-based snow removal to ensure your property stays clear of snow and ice all winter long. What’s Included in Our Seasonal Residential Snow Removal Service? When you sign up for our seasonal snow removal contract , here’s what you can expect: Driveway and Walkway Clearing We’ll clear your driveway, front walk, and any other areas as needed, ensuring your home remains accessible during the winter months. De-icing and Salt Application After clearing snow, we apply de-icing agents and salt to prevent ice buildup and keep your surfaces safe and slip-free. Priority Service During Snowstorms As soon as a snowstorm hits, we prioritize your property and ensure it’s cleared promptly, allowing you to go about...

How to Prepare Your Lawn Equipment for Fall: A Simple Guide As the mowing season winds down and cooler weather rolls in, it’s important to give your lawn equipment some attention before storing it away for winter. Proper maintenance now will not only protect your investment but also ensure that everything is in top shape when spring comes around. At Fresh Cut, we might have trailers full of tools, but most homeowners have some essential equipment they rely on—whether it’s a trusty mower, a blower, or a trimmer. No matter what you have, taking care of your tools now means fewer headaches when the warm weather returns. Here’s a step-by-step guide to getting your lawn equipment ready for the off-season: 1. Clean Your Equipment Thoroughly Grass clippings, dirt, and debris can build up on your mower blades, under the deck, and in air vents. Before storing your mower, trimmer, or blower, give it a thorough cleaning: Remove caked-on grass and dirt from under the mower deck with a hose or put...

  Preparing Your Lawn for Winter: What You Should Know 1. Apply Winterizer Fertilizer Applying a winterizer fertilizer helps strengthen roots and prepare your lawn for dormancy, ensuring it has the nutrients it needs to thrive in spring. 2. Mow One Last Time Your last mow should leave the grass at about 2.5 to 3 inches to protect roots from freezing temperatures and to prevent matting under snow. 3. Rake Up Leaves Clearing any remaining leaves is crucial to prevent mold and suffocation of the grass beneath. 4. Aerate Your Lawn Aerating helps relieve soil compaction and allows nutrients and air to reach the roots more effectively. 5. Protect Vulnerable Plants Wrap young trees and shrubs to shield them from harsh winter conditions, which can help prevent damage. 6. Water Deeply If it hasn’t rained much, give your lawn a good soak to ensure it has adequate moisture for winter. 7. Store Lawn Equipment Properly Clean and winterize your lawn care tools to ensure they’re ready for use whe...

  Perfect Fall Cleanup Perfect Fall Cleanup: The Final Steps Before Winter Fall is winding down, and while the leaves are beautiful, they can wreak havoc on your lawn if not handled properly. A well-done fall cleanup not only keeps your yard looking tidy but also prepares it for winter dormancy and a healthy spring revival. Here’s how to make sure your lawn is fully prepared before winter arrives. 1. Rake and Remove Leaves One of the most important tasks is clearing leaves. While it’s tempting to let them sit until spring, leaving a thick layer of leaves can smother your grass, trap moisture, and create the perfect environment for mold and disease. Be diligent in removing leaves to keep your lawn healthy. Tip : Use a mulching mower to break down leaves into smaller pieces, turning them into organic matter that can nourish your lawn. 2. Prune Trees and Shrubs Late fall is the perfect time to prune dead or damaged branches. This reduces the risk of winter damage from heavy snow and i...