Everything is not equal in the DMV. No matter where you live within the DMV – Fairfax, Rockville, Bethesda, or D.C. – you’re lucky because we have some of the greatest neighborhoods in the country. But, specifically looking at lawn care prices, there is an enormous disparity between ZIP codes within […]
A while back, we put together an article about the common grass types in DC. While it’s very important to know which type of grass you have so you can treat it in the proper way, it is equally as important to have some knowledge about common weeds in the […]
Though our primary concern is with lawn mowing and outdoor home maintenance, we’re equally fascinated with the world of landscaping. Now, there are a ton of great landscapers in the area — a simple drive through any neighborhood here will tell you that. But we wanted to highlight some of […]
Everyone wants a great lawn, but it’s actually fairly difficult to get there. There’s quite a bit of ‘industry knowledge’ to soak up, but if you unlock even a little bit of it you’ll be better off than most DIY landscapers. First thing’s first: what type of grass do you (and […]
Though we mainly deal with lawn maintenance at LawnStarter, we occasionally get requests for specialty services. This makes sense – while good lawn maintenance will make your lawn look great, the right specialty services will make your lawn look immaculate. Today, I wanted to outline some of the most impactful […]
Autumn is a beautiful season, especially in the Northern Virginia area. We love it for its temperate climate and beautiful foliage. Late fall is also a crucial time for lawn care. You should already be familiar with the benefits of overseeding and aeration. Equally important to your lawn’s appearance, though, is leaf […]
If your lawn is looking drab and patchy, one of the most effective ways to fix that is to invest in overseeding. What is overseeding? It’s a simple concept. Overseeding, also called reseeding, is the process of adding more grass plants to your existing lawn. It will help to thicken […]
So you want to order lawn care service. Maybe you just bought your first home, or maybe you simply decided that mowing your lawn with this Fairfax humidity isn’t for you. If it’s your first time ordering lawn care service, you’re probably wondering what lawn care service prices should be. Before […]
So you want to put down fertilizer? Good choice, your lawn needs it! But if you aren’t careful, you could really mess up your lawn. From doing lawn care in Springfield and McLean, we’ve seen a lot of lawns, and have had to resuscitate a lot of damaged ones. This guide […]
This post is about my humble beginnings in the landscaping industry, which occurred doing chores at my grandparents’ Mclean home. Now Lawnstarter has expanded to offer Centreville lawn care, Alexandria lawn care, Falls Church lawn care, Reston lawn care, and even Manassas lawn care services. Please consider booking lawn service through Lawnstarter this spring. […]