- TruGreen at a Glance<\/a><\/li>
- Pros and Cons of TruGreen<\/a><\/li>
- TruGreen Treatment Plans<\/a><\/li>
- Other TruGreen Services<\/a><\/li>
- Pricing<\/a><\/li>
- Availability and Location<\/a><\/li>
- How to Order<\/a><\/li>
- Customer Reviews<\/a><\/li>
- Our Verdict on TruGreen<\/a><\/li><\/ul> \t\t\t<\/div> \t\t<\/div><\/div>
TruGreen at a Glance<\/h2>
TruGreen is the nation\u2019s largest lawn care company and has been tending to lawns since 1973. Customers include homeowners and businesses.<\/p>
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<\/div> TruGreen Lawn Treatments<\/h3>
<\/p>
- State availability:<\/strong> All states, except Alaska and Hawaii<\/li>
- BBB Rating: <\/strong>A+<\/li>
- Phone Number for customer service: <\/strong>1-844-768-0421<\/li>
- Phone number for new service:<\/strong> 1-844-567-9909<\/li>
- Headquarters: <\/strong>Memphis<\/li> <\/ul> <\/div> <\/div>
TruGreen Website<\/a> 844-567-9909<\/a> <\/div> <\/div>Lawn Care Services<\/h3>
TruGreen\u2019s crews fertilize, aerate, and control weeds, mosquitoes, fire ants, grubs, chinch bugs, and other outdoor pests. <\/p>
Lawn care services TruGreen offers:<\/p>
\u2713 Fertilization
\u2713 Weed control
\u2713 Aeration<\/p> <\/div>\u2713 Overseeding
\u2713 Soil amendments
\u2713 Grub and chinch bug prevention and control<\/p> <\/div> <\/div>Lawn care services TruGreen does not <\/em>offer:<\/p>
\u2717 Lawn mowing
\u2717 Mulching<\/p> <\/div>\u2717 Sod installation
\u2717 Planting grass seed for a new lawn<\/p> <\/div> <\/div>Get Quotes and Order Services by Phone, Online, or App<\/h3>
If you\u2019re the type of person who doesn\u2019t like requesting a quote over the phone, you can get an online quote on TruGreen\u2019s website. TruGreen also has a mobile app for scheduling and billing.<\/p>
Pros and Cons of TruGreen<\/h2>
As with any company, there are pros and cons. <\/p>
Pros<\/h3>
\u2713 TruGreen guarantees your satisfaction.<\/strong> If you’re unhappy with the results, a TruGreen crew will return to your yard and remedy the problem at no additional cost. <\/p>
\u2713 TruGreen offers various outdoor services<\/strong>, including multiple lawn care plans and a la carte services. <\/p>
\u2713 Free online quote: <\/strong>Plug in your address and receive an online quote in seconds. <\/p> <\/div>
\u2713 Eco-friendly fertilizer<\/strong> is available with the TruNatural plan.<\/p>
\u2713 Nationwide availability<\/strong>: TruGreen services are available in 48 states. <\/p>
\u2713 Customizable plans<\/strong>: TruGreen develops a customized treatment plan to keep your lawn healthy year-round. <\/p> <\/div> <\/div>
Cons<\/h3>
\u2717 Customers usually receive a different TruGreen team member<\/strong> at each service visit. This may deter customers who prefer to build relationships with their service providers. <\/p>
\u2717 Quality of service is inconsistent<\/strong> between TruGreen branch offices. <\/p>
\u2717 TruGreen routes callers to a general call center.<\/strong> Contacting your local TruGreen branch office can be difficult, especially if you have questions pertaining to local service. <\/p> <\/div>
\u2717 Service disputes:<\/strong> Some customers report that TruGreen claimed to service their yards, but their outdoor security cameras show no evidence that TruGreen team members performed the service.<\/p>
\u2717 No lawn mowing service is provided. <\/strong>You\u2019ll need to hire a different company \u2013 we suggest you hire a local LawnStater pro<\/a>, of course \u2013 for mowing, trimming, edging, and leaf removal. <\/p> <\/div> <\/div>
TruGreen Treatment Plans<\/h2>
TruGreen offers four lawn care plans with year-round service. Lawn care plans offered may vary by region or city. When we requested lawn care quotes for multiple addresses, TruGreen recommended the following plans at checkout. <\/p>
We\u2019ve ordered the lawn care plans from least expensive<\/strong> to most expensive<\/strong>.<\/p>
- TruMaintenance Lawn Care Plan: <\/strong>This includes the essentials: Fertilization<\/a> and weed control. <\/li> <\/ul>
- TruHealth Lawn Care: <\/strong>This lawn treatment plan includes fertilization, weed control<\/a>, and tailored lawn treatment.
<\/li>- TruComplete Lawn Care Plan:<\/strong> This is TruGreen’s most inclusive treatment plan, and it\u2019s also the only plan that includes aeration<\/a>. This plan\u2019s core services include aeration (plus overseeding if needed<\/a>), fertilization, and weed control.
<\/li>- TruNatural Lawn Care Plan<\/strong>: This eco-friendly lawn treatment plan includes 100% natural fertilizer applied to your lawn. Traditional weed control is also available upon request at no additional charge.<\/li> <\/ul>
Note: <\/strong>Depending on where you live, TruComplete may cost more than TruNatural, or vice versa. TruHealth typically costs more than TruMaintenance. <\/p>
Check Details: <\/strong>During our research, we discovered that some treatment plan descriptions at checkout did not match the plan descriptions on TruGreen\u2019s website. Before confirming your payment, ensure your bill is accurate and that the treatment plan’s described services are correct.<\/p>
Contact TruGreen<\/a> to see what treatment plans are available in your area.<\/p>
Other TruGreen Services<\/h2>
TruGreen offers other service beyond fertilization, weed control, and aeration. These include grub and mosquito control, perimeter pest control, and shrub and tree care. These other services vary by location, and may not be available where you live.<\/p>
Grub Control<\/h3>
Grubs<\/a> are soil-dwelling beetle larvae that eat your lawn\u2019s grass roots and cause dead patches. TruGreen applies an insect control product before the egg hatching season and monitors your lawn throughout the year. <\/p>
Mosquito Control<\/h3>
TruGreen\u2019s Mosquito Control promises to eliminate mosquito populations within 24 hours by spraying a mosquito repellent where mosquitoes like to hide. The treatment will offer protection for one month, so TruGreen sends a team member to spray every 30 days during mosquito season.<\/p>
Tree and Shrub Care<\/h3>
TruGreen provides your trees and shrubs with fertilization (to help with growth and color) and protection against insects, mites, and diseases.<\/p>
Perimeter Pest Control<\/h3>
TruGreen\u2019s perimeter pest control helps prevent the following pests on the outside before they can come inside your home:<\/p>
- Ants<\/li>
- Cockroaches<\/a><\/li>
- Centipedes<\/li>
- Millipedes<\/li>
- Earwigs<\/li>
- Spiders<\/a><\/li>
- Stink bugs<\/li> <\/ul>
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- Boxelder bugs<\/li>
- Kudzu bugs<\/li>
- Lady beetles<\/li>
- Mud daubers<\/li>
- Paper wasps<\/li>
- Scorpions<\/li>
- Sow bugs<\/li> <\/ul> <\/div> <\/div>
Note: <\/strong>TruGreen Perimeter Pest Control does not<\/strong> control or prevent the following:<\/p>
- Wood-destroying organisms (including termites)<\/li>
- Bed bugs<\/a><\/li>
- Bees<\/li>
- Fleas<\/li>
- German cockroaches<\/li> <\/ul> <\/div>
- Hornets<\/li>
- Pharaoh ants<\/li>
- Rodents<\/li>
- Ticks<\/a><\/li> <\/ul> <\/div> <\/div>
Soil Amendment and Analysis Services<\/h3>
TruGreen will usually use either lime or sulfur as a soil amendment. Lime will help raise the soil pH (making it less acidic), and sulfur helps to lower the soil pH (making it less alkaline). Healthy soil is considered slightly acidic or neutral, between 6.0 to 7.0.<\/p>
Fire Ant Control<\/h3>
TruGreen will treat existing fire ant mounds and apply a broadcast bait treatment over your entire yard. One treatment will offer protection for up to one year.<\/p>
Chinch Bug Control<\/h3>
Chinch bugs suck the juice out of your lawn, causing irregular brown patches. These pests can cause significant devastation to your lawn. A TruGreen team member will assess the chinch bug damage and treat your lawn accordingly.<\/p>
TruGreen Pricing<\/h2>
Through our research, we found that TruGreen\u2019s pricing varies. Several factors cause this variation, such as location, your lawn size, and the starting condition of your lawn. <\/p>
- Lawn size: <\/strong>A large lawn will require more fertilizers and other weed control treatments than a smaller lawn. Caring for a large yard will also require more physical labor, leading to a higher price. <\/li>
- Health of lawn when services begin: <\/strong>Does your lawn need a quick touch-up or a major overhaul? If your lawn needs a major overhaul, this could lead to a higher price. <\/li>
- Treatment plan ordered: <\/strong>Each treatment plan varies in price because of the different services included. <\/li>
- Additional services you need: <\/strong>The more TruGreen services you sign up for, the more you can expect to pay. <\/li>
- Property location: <\/strong>Prices may vary due to local conditions, such as climate, pest problems, and soil type. <\/li> <\/ul>
Availability and Location<\/h2>
TruGreen services are available in 48 states (Alaska or Hawaii are the exceptions), but services available vary by location because soil types, grass types, and lawn pests vary from region to region. <\/p>
For example, if you live in a city where the soil is too acidic, TruGreen may recommend a lime soil amendment to raise the pH and lower the acidity.<\/p>
Local pest threats also change. For example, chinch bugs and fire ants are common in the South, while mosquitoes are a more widespread threat. <\/p>
How to Order TruGreen Services Online <\/h2>
Curious how much TruGreen\u2019s services will cost you? Get a free quote and order services online by following these steps.<\/p>
Step 1:<\/strong> Visit TruGreen<\/a> and enter your address. Select \u201cGet Started\u201d so TruGreen can calculate your yard\u2019s size.<\/p>
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<\/figure> Step 2:<\/strong> TruGreen will display services it recommends for your location, lawn size, and needs. Scroll through the options and click the boxes to add lawn treatments to your cart. <\/p>
Step 3:<\/strong> If you want to add additional services to your cart, select the \u201cOther Services\u201d tab at the top of the service menu. <\/p>
Step 4: <\/strong>Select the additional services you want to order and select \u201cProceed to Checkout.\u201d<\/p>
Step 5:<\/strong> Enter your name, phone number, and email address. Remember that providing your contact information gives TruGreen permission to call and email you. After filling out your information, select \u201cContinue.\u201d<\/p>
Step 6:<\/strong> Pay using a credit card, debit card, or bank account.<\/p>
Note: <\/strong>If TruGreen can\u2019t calculate your lawn size, it will prompt you to use an aerial tool to measure your lawn using satellite imaging. Only outline treatable areas.<\/p>
TruGreen Customer Reviews<\/h2>
With branch offices throughout the United States and Canada, you\u2019ll find a mix of both positive and negative reviews of TruGreen. We\u2019ve gathered several customer reviews so you can form a well-rounded opinion of TruGreen.<\/p>
Positive Customer Reviews<\/h3>
Very Nice Associates:<\/em><\/strong> \u201c<\/em>The associates that perform the service are very nice. I appreciate receiving the detailed summary and recommendations after each visit. The price is good. The weeds are kept to a minimum, and the grass responds well, so the number of treatments seems to be appropriate.\u201d – <\/em>Bill B. (Google review of the Austin, TX, branch)<\/strong><\/p>
Weed Control Works:<\/em><\/strong> \u201cFirst visit the tech sprayed my weeds, which are turning brown after 1 day! The tech took the time to discuss my lawn, what I was after, and impressed me by being the first person to know what my weeds are \u2013 or were. I can tell the company is well-run and really has its stuff together to automate the service call, the analysis, and web support. I am so happy I finally took the plunge with TruGreen.\u201d – <\/em>Larry H. (Google review of the Riverside, CA, branch)<\/strong><\/p>
Negative Customer Reviews<\/h3>
Better Off Buying Local: <\/em><\/strong>\u201cI bought their mosquito service that doesn’t work at all and their lawn fertilizer service with mixed results. Mind you, once a tech showed up at the end of my driveway and never stepped foot on my lawn, but they billed me the $100 fee. You can’t reach them on the phone as everything is done by email. They did end up coming back. I’ve got over an acre of lawn, and it takes them about 10 minutes to apply “their” fertilizer. You\u2019re better off buying local and avoiding TruGreen.\u201d – <\/em>Joe A. (Yelp review of the Franklin, MA, branch)<\/strong><\/p>
Poor Customer Service: <\/em><\/strong>\u201cTerrible quality. They came back to spray weeds they missed the first time the quality was poor. The 2nd time the quality was poor, I asked to speak to a manager, but the manager was busy. They told me he would call me back, however, he never called me. I called for 2 months trying to contact the manager. Once I was able to speak to the manager, he told me it was too late in the season to do anything about our concerns.\u201d – <\/em>Tanya D. (Google review of Sioux Falls, SD, branch)<\/strong><\/p>
Our Verdict on TruGreen<\/h2>
Our assessment of TruGreen is that it\u2019s an experienced lawn treatment company (more than 45 years of service) with highly trained team members. While the company strives to achieve customer satisfaction, we found customer satisfaction is mixed when it comes to this nationwide company.<\/p>
The bottom line:<\/strong> TruGreen is a solid company with lawn care services intended to boost your lawn\u2019s health \u2013 fertilization, weed control, aeration, and overseeding (if needed). However, service quality and customer experience vary greatly from branch to branch. <\/p>
If you\u2019re just looking for someone to mow your lawn and keep it well-manicured, hire a LawnStarter pro near you<\/a>. When you need fertilization or other lawn treatments, TruGreen can help.<\/p>
- Health of lawn when services begin: <\/strong>Does your lawn need a quick touch-up or a major overhaul? If your lawn needs a major overhaul, this could lead to a higher price. <\/li>
- Lawn size: <\/strong>A large lawn will require more fertilizers and other weed control treatments than a smaller lawn. Caring for a large yard will also require more physical labor, leading to a higher price. <\/li>
- TruComplete Lawn Care Plan:<\/strong> This is TruGreen’s most inclusive treatment plan, and it\u2019s also the only plan that includes aeration<\/a>. This plan\u2019s core services include aeration (plus overseeding if needed<\/a>), fertilization, and weed control.
- TruHealth Lawn Care: <\/strong>This lawn treatment plan includes fertilization, weed control<\/a>, and tailored lawn treatment.
- BBB Rating: <\/strong>A+<\/li>
- Pros and Cons of TruGreen<\/a><\/li>