How To Winterize Your Lawn

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Summer is long gone. You can rejoice, because the days of constantly mowing the lawn have mercifully passed. The downside is that you won’t be able to enjoy your yard and weather the same way. Some people see the summer ending as a checkpoint, as if they made it to the season where they can slack on yard maintenance. This is not the case, and this mentality will lead to a rude awakening in the spring. When the weather turns cold, it actually means you need to keep a closer eye on your lawn. Follow these tips to ensure that your lawn looks perfect when the warmth comes back.

Mowing The Grass

We said “days of constantly mowing,” not that you should completely stop. Sorry to get your hopes up. There’s a general consensus that cold weather means cutting the lawn is no longer necessary. The reality is that you should keep mowing your lawn until it has clearly stopped growing. You don’t want to cut it too short, though, because that could lead to the dreaded yellowish/brown color. After you’ve noticed the grass has stopped growing, cut it one final time to prevent any molding over the winter.

Fertilizer

The next step is to purchase fertilizer that is specifically designed for the colder months, as it’ll aid in plant growth throughout the time period. Applying fertilizer should be a systematic technique. Natural fertilizer will help the grass flourish over the colder weather. It’s a pre-winter supply that should be consistently applied on a cycle throughout.

Aerating

There are different styles to aerating, but at its core, you’re providing a better environment for the grass to grow. Aeration is a rare tactic, but it can be extremely beneficial because it opens up the soil. If you have a smaller yard, hand aerators may be the way to go. The alternative option might be using a plug aerator.

Leaves

This is a simple one, but don’t let your lawn become cluttered with leaves. Raking is a necessity, because if you let your yard fill with leaves it will wear the grass down. You can even redistribute the leaves into your lawn, or mulch them. You have plenty of options. Speaking of mulch, you also want to add an additional layer of topsoil to withstand the season.

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Bonnie
21:41 27 Nov 24
I just want to say this company is the Best.. did my fence and my screened in porch. The guys are professional and just a delight to deal with.. customer service is important.. their prices are reasonable.. I would never use anyone but them.. they do it All too..
Alexander S.
16:32 22 Nov 24
We could not be more pleased with the entire process and outcome of our experience with Albaugh & Sons. From the timely turnaround on coming out to give us an estimate, to the flexibility on adjusting our proposal, and to the quick and professional installation itself. I would highly recommend Albaugh & Sons to anyone in their area of serviceability.
Abby G.
14:50 04 Nov 24
So great to work with. Have had the pleasure of working with both sons who were knowledgeable and courteous. The entire process was easy from estimate to completion of my new deck. Both arrived on time, had my estimate for both deck and basement remodel in a couple of days. Danny, the project manager arrived on time and explained the plans, the work crew were amazing. Old deck demolished and beautiful new composite in its place in less than 2 days. Tiffany, the office manager is prompt in responding to all emails with courteous knowledgeable answers. They make you feel like you are their only customer. Look forward to working with them for my basement remodel. I 100% recommend this company.
James L.
13:49 10 Oct 24
We love our new fence. Thanks Emily and George for everything. Excellent communication, timeliness and excellent workmanship. We highly recommend Albaugh and Sons.
John K.
13:19 31 Aug 24
I had a beautiful deck built almost 2 years ago. I called yesterday about a few items that have come apart such as the pvc outside corners on the rim/ band board etc. The company was very responsive and ready and eager to help. Because of this, they have made a customer for life! Not only will you get an amazing product, but it appears you get a lifetime of amazing customer service!! 100 out of 5 stars!
Van Lavoy J.
17:06 01 Apr 24
We needed a fence as fast as possible for 5 rescue dogs that we took on. Albaugh and Sons was able to provide a great quote and a speedy installation. My wife and I love the new fence. It has literally improved our day to day lives by being able to let the dogs run free in the back. The materials were perfect and high quality. I would definitely recommend them to friends and family.
Bill D.
20:50 24 Mar 24
I hired Albaugh and Sons to tear out our old deck and replace it with a new composite deck/ screened porch. The front office was a pleasure to deal with and kept my wife and I informed on everything. The crew did an amazing job every step of the way. I was especially impressed with their finish work. The attention to detail was impressive! What I also liked Albaugh and Sons is they had a project manager (Danny) who would occasionally pop over and answer questions and would also keep me updated on progress. I would highly recommend hiring Albaugh and Sons for any of your fence/ deck / home improvement needs.
Joseph D.
15:39 04 Oct 23
We are very pleased with the work done by Albaugh and sons. We had them replace our side porch and they did excellent work and built it to our request. Also had them install a three tier rail fence around our property. It is excellent and looks great. We thank Danny and his deck crew and George and his fence crew for their excellent work. I recommend them for any projects you need done. Thank you very much!!
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