Educational
How To Read Your Soil Test
The company who performs our soil tests has a great online article breaking down each section: https://spectrumanalytic.com/help/ Soil Test Example
Turf Heat Stress and Fungus
Overview As we all know, our region experiences many extremes in terms of weather conditions. During the winter months we see freezing temps/snow and during the summer our area can go through very hot & dry periods. The hot summer months can cause ...
Watering Suggestions
NOTE: Each property is different and the suggestions below are guides to get you started. Please adjust as necessary to match your specific plant/property needs. Annual Flowers Watering may be one of the trickiest aspects of growing annual flowers. ...
Watering FAQs
How much water should I apply to the lawn & landscaping areas each week? Generally speaking you're going to want to get at least 1.0" to 1.5" of water on the lawn per week, including rain. But that's just a starting point and you'll want to consider ...
How to Schedule Your Irrigation System
Importance of proper scheduling Over or under watering can be potentially devastating to your lawn/landscape. Watering too much drowns turf and plants, and under watering leads to wilting and even death of your turf or plant space. Understanding ...
Using Mulch with Your Landscape
Using Mulch with Your Landscape Mulching your flower beds should be considered an important part of your seasonal landscaping plan. The most obvious reason is because it adds curb appeal to your property. A nicely mulched flower bed gives visitors ...
At What Height Should You Mow Your Grass?
At What Height Should You Mow Your Grass? The Higher The Better! There are many different reasons why most experts now recommend a longer turf grass. Here's just a few: Promotes longer root growth Provides shade to soil beneath, which reduces weed ...
Controlling Grubs in Your Lawn
Controlling Grubs in Your Lawn Keep on the lookout for Grubs! If your lawn starts to turn brown and wilt in certain areas, you may have grubs. Grubs are small white larvae of beetles that feed off of grass roots, causing your lawn to brown and ...
Dog Urine and Lawn Burn
Avoiding Lawn Burn from Dog Urine Why does it burn the lawn? Dog waste is very high in Nitrogen. This is usually because diets high in protein produce waste that's high in Nitrogen, and too much can burn the grass. This can especially be a problem ...
How Often Should You Cut Your Grass?
How Often Should You Cut Your Grass? One of the questions we hear the most is, "How often should I be cutting my lawn?". Well, it depends. During the spring months we're usually mowing properties every week or so. That's because it's a fast growing ...
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Acceptance Terms - Cancellation Policy
Acceptance Of Proposal The quoted prices, specifications, and conditions are satisfactory and are hereby accepted and A Cut Above is authorized to do the work as specified. Seller reserves the right to make any corrections to prices quoted due to ...
Cleanup Program FAQs
Why the “A Cut Above” Cleanup Program? Our Cleanup Program ensures that your mulch beds maintain a pristine appearance all year round, exceeding expectations in every way. By opting for this comprehensive approach, you not only enhance the visual ...
Disclaimers
Release of Liability Disclosure A Cut Above, LLC (ACA) uses safety deflectors on our mowers to minimize the possibility of any debris from damaging you or your property. ACA also does their best to check for debris and other objects that may cause or ...
What happens to my account when mowing is shut down for the year?
What happens to my account when mowing is shut down for the year? "Pay As You Go" Customers: Your account stays active but your card will not be charged until we start cutting again next year. This keeps your spot on the route and the pricing you ...
Mowing Program FAQs
Can you explain the signup process? First, browse the shop, add to cart, and then checkout via your preferred payment option. Once your order is placed our office is alerted and will begin processing your order. You'll receive a couple of onboarding ...