Frequently Asked Questions
Can’t I do this myself, why do I need a professional?
Many of the products we use to improve your lawn are only available to lawn care professionals and are of a far higher quality than readily available shop products. Often, it’s cheaper to pay a professional than to buy the products yourself. However, price aside, we will tailor a lawn care program based upon your soil profile and lawn needs and will understand what to put down for the season and the correct quantities without over-feeding. This is especially relevant to herbicides and pesticides.
Is it safe for pets and wildlife?
Absolutely, everything we use to improve your lawn is fully tested and licensed and we leave the lawn to be useable within 90 minutes of application.
How long will it take to improve my lawn?
This very much depends on the issues that your lawn faces. Weed control and nutrition can make an obvious impression within ten days. Major renovation works can take longer.
Do I need to be at home when you come?
We always make contact ahead of our visits and there is no need to stay home, we have all we need in our van. All we ask is that we have ready access to your lawn, there are no obstructions, toys/furniture, and dog deposits.
Is your service guaranteed?
We guarantee, that if you follow our advice, you will see an improvement in your lawn to be proud of.
Can I walk on my lawn after treatment?
Yes, you can, but its best to wait until the lawn is dry – especially if you’ve had a moss control.
How do I pay for my lawn treatments?
Are you qualified?
The Lawnologist team are fully qualified and certified by LANTRA to use Plant Protection Products.
How many treatments will my lawn need?
Our Professional Lawn Care Analysis will address the specific needs of your lawn Recommendations will be discussed in detail during this process. As a bare minimum we will recommend a standard lawn care program of 5 visits per year. This program will be tailored and bespoke to your lawn.
How long will it take you to treat my lawn?
We have invested in the very best equipment to allow us to work quickly and achieve great results with little intrusion. We often spend more time at the back of the van, mixing, producing, and weighing products that are only relevant to your tailored lawn care program. We always encourage our customers to think of the results rather than the time taken to achieve them.
How will I know if the treatments are working?
You should see the results of lawn treatments within 10-14 days of our visit, often sooner.
How often should I mow my lawn?
As often as it needs it – part of our service is to consult on maintenance programs for you to follow in between treatments and we will discuss this with you during our visits.
Do I need to water my lawn?
All plants need water. If we are in a period of drought watering is important – ask for our watering guide and advice.
My lawn seems beyond repair, can The Lawnologist help?
Don’t worry, it’s quite rare we find a lawn we can’t improve and will give credible advice on what is possible to ensure your expectations are met. Either way we can help!
Do I have to sign a contract?
No, not at all, it’s a no obligation service that you can stop at any time but please familiarise yourself with our T&C
Why do I need lawn care and lawn treatments?
Our lawn treatments are designed to improve the thickness and coverage of your lawn, its health and appearance and to reduce weeds and moss. As well as this, our organo-mineral fertilisers work on conditioning the soil and feed the micro-biology that should be thriving in the ground.
Everyday use, over maintenance or neglect very quickly deplete the nutrients in the lawn and over time you will see a lawn gradually decline in appearance.
50m2 of healthy lawn will produce enough oxygen for one person a day.
Is The Lawnologist a Franchise?
No, nope, no way. We are a leading local independent Lawn Care Business and that’s how we are staying.
Why should I use The Lawnologist rather than a franchised lawn care business.
We are a trusted local independent family run business. We are not a ‘one size fits all’ business; each plan is bespoke and tailored to you and your lawn, and often this can be flexible on the day, depending on what we find. We track and monitor your lawns progress, leaving you with our unique ‘post visit lawn report’ after each visit, so that you know exactly what we have done and can compare to the previous reports you have received.
Franchised business models struggle to adopt this approach simply because of the volumes they work through and would find it difficult to be as individually invested as we are in our customers and their lawns.
We are constantly reviewing, developing, and testing new treatments for our customers and whilst we may not be as ‘cheap’ as our competitors, we can promise you that we will offer the best value.
