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The Crucial Role of Spring Pre-emergent in Tackling Summer Annual Weeds in Memphis, TN

Written by allstate-editor on January 24, 2024. Posted in Blog, Uncategorized.

Introduction:

As the winter chill gives way to the warmth of spring in Memphis, TN, and its surrounding suburbs, the vibrant colors of blooming flowers and lush green lawns start to emerge. However, alongside this beauty comes the potential invasion of summer annual weeds, threatening to mar the landscape. To combat these unwelcome guests, the use of spring pre-emergent becomes imperative. In this blog, we will explore why spring pre-emergence is essential for maintaining a weed-free lawn during the summer months.

Green Bermuda Grass in Memphis, Tn with No Weeds

Understanding Summer Annual Weeds:

Before delving into the importance of spring pre-emergent, it is crucial to identify the common summer annual weeds that tend to plague lawns in Memphis and its suburbs. Weeds like crabgrass, goosegrass, and spurge are notorious for thriving in warm temperatures. These fast-growing invaders can quickly take over lawns, competing with desirable grass for nutrients, water, and sunlight.

The Role of Spring Pre-emergent:

Spring pre-emergent herbicides are a proactive approach to weed control. Unlike post-emergent herbicides that target existing weeds, pre-emergents work by preventing weed seeds from germinating in the first place. This makes them a powerful tool in the fight against summer annual weeds.

Timing is Everything:

Applying spring pre-emergent at the right time is crucial. In Memphis, where the climate is conducive to early weed germination, applying pre-emergent in early spring is recommended. This prevents the weeds from establishing themselves and taking root before they become a visible problem.

Long-Lasting Protection:

Spring pre-emergent herbicides provide a barrier in the soil that remains active for an extended period. This means that even if some weed seeds manage to germinate after the initial application, the pre-emergent continues to provide protection, keeping subsequent waves of weeds at bay.

Preserving Lawn Aesthetics:

A well-maintained, lush green lawn adds to the overall aesthetics of a property. Spring pre-emergence helps in preserving this beauty by preventing the intrusion of unsightly weeds. This not only enhances the visual appeal of the lawn but also contributes to a healthier and more resilient turf.

Cost-Effective Weed Control:

Dealing with established weeds often requires more intensive and expensive treatments. Spring pre-emergent offers a cost-effective solution by nipping the weed problem in the bud, quite literally. Investing in pre-emergent application can save homeowners from the hassle and expense of battling mature and widespread weed infestations.

How All-State Pest & Lawn can help:

All-State Pest & Lawn has been serving the Memphis, TN area Lawn Solutions for 2 decades. We have seasoned Technicians that undergo continuous education to stay relevant in Memphis’s demanding market. We use products that are tried and true. Our quality control and customer service are unbeatable. Call All-State Pest & Lawn today for all your Lawn Care needs.

Conclusion:

In the battle against summer annual weeds in Memphis, TN, and its suburbs, spring pre-emergent is a proactive and effective weapon. By understanding the timing, longevity, and benefits of pre-emergent herbicides, homeowners can take a preemptive strike against weeds, ensuring a vibrant and weed-free lawn throughout the summer months. So, gear up for spring and let your lawn thrive without the interference of those annoying summer annual weeds. Call All-State Pest & Lawn, Today! (901) 757-9111.

Moles in Memphis: Understanding Winter Habits and Effective Control with All-State Pest and Lawn

Written by allstate-editor on December 14, 2023. Posted in Blog, Uncategorized.

Memphis and the surrounding Mid-South region boast a unique charm, but they also share a common challenge during the winter months — moles. These small, subterranean creatures can wreak havoc on lawns and gardens, causing frustration for homeowners. In this blog, we’ll delve into the habits of moles in the winter and explore effective solutions provided by All-State Pest and Lawn to keep your property mole-free.

Understanding Moles in Winter:

Moles are active year-round, and winter is no exception. In the colder months, moles tend to burrow deeper into the soil, seeking warmth and food. Contrary to popular belief, moles do not hibernate. Instead, they continue to tunnel through the soil, primarily in search of insects, earthworms, and other small invertebrates. Their activity can be particularly problematic for lawns and gardens, as their tunnels disrupt the root systems of plants and create unsightly mounds of soil.

Winter Habits of Moles:

Deeper Tunnels: During winter, moles dig deeper tunnels to escape colder surface temperatures. This behavior protects them from harsh weather conditions.

Feeding Patterns: Moles remain active in their quest for food, relying on their acute sense of smell to locate insects beneath the soil. In winter, they may be more focused on dormant pests and larvae.

Mound Formation: Winter mole activity often results in the formation of molehills or surface tunnels, which can be unsightly and damaging to the aesthetics of your lawn.

Controlling Moles with All-State Pest and Lawn:

All-State Pest and Lawn offers comprehensive solutions to control mole infestations, especially during the winter months. Their range of repellents and insecticides is designed to target moles while being environmentally friendly.

Mole Repellents:

All-State Pest and Lawn provides advanced mole repellents that utilize natural ingredients to deter moles from your property. These repellents are safe for your lawn, pets, and the environment, offering a humane and effective solution.

Insecticides for Mole Food Sources:

By targeting the insects that moles feed on, All-State Pest and Lawn helps disrupt the mole’s food chain. Their insecticides are carefully formulated to eliminate pests without harming beneficial organisms, creating a balanced and healthy ecosystem.

Professional Expertise:

All-State Pest and Lawn’s experienced technicians can assess the extent of the mole problem on your property and tailor a customized plan for effective control. Their expertise ensures that your lawn receives the care it needs to stay mole-free.

Conclusion:

Don’t let moles compromise the beauty of your Memphis lawn this winter. Understanding their habits and implementing effective control measures with All-State Pest and Lawn’s repellents and insecticides can help you enjoy a mole-free landscape. Trust the experts to protect your property and maintain the health of your lawn throughout the colder months.

Spring and Summer Pest Control

Written by allstate-editor on July 28, 2023. Posted in Blog, Uncategorized.

Are You Ready for Spring & Summer Pests?

Spring is in the air, and summer is right around the corner! Most of us love the warmer temperatures and seeing the flowers growing. However, probably all of us hate that the arrival of spring and summer awakens many pests and rodents from their hibernation. When the temperatures rise, certain pests and rodents are more active. Mosquitos thrive from the additional rain in the spring, termites begin to swarm, and stinging insects search for flowers. In this blog post, we will help you prepare for active pests in spring and summer. If you are more prepared, you can tackle the issue of pests or rodents invading your space sooner than later.

Pests Most Active in Spring

Take steps early to protect against these unwanted visitors. As these pests revive, it is vital that you contact professionals that can provide relief. Especially if a harsh winter created unwanted cracks or holes in your home that allow these insects or rodents to enter your home. Here is a list of the pests that are most prevalent in spring:

Ants
Spiders
Earwigs
Termites
Wasps
Flies
Bees

Pests Most Active in Summer

Summer is when you see the most activity from pests year-round. The warmer weather provides perfect conditions for pests and rodents to prosper. With more lush greenery and food readily available, some of these pests will be increasingly bothersome. As the dog days of summer arrive, be prepared for an influx of the following pests or rodents:

Ticks
Fleas
Bats
Snakes
Mosquitos
Ants
Wasps
Bees
Mice
Moles

If you have ever had an invasion of termites, mice, ants, bats, or fleas in your home, then you already know how difficult it is to get rid of them. The traps or repellants from the store do not do the trick. You will need to hire an experienced pest control company to rid your home of pests completely.

Why Hire All-State Pest & Lawn for Pest Control?

At All-State Pest & Lawn, we are licensed, insured, and certified to handle any pest control problem. We have decades of experience removing pests and plenty of knowledge about the pest’s routine, how they are likely to enter your home, and most importantly, how to remove them and keep them gone for good. However, we recommend treating your home before an outbreak begins. In the meantime, we also recommend that you do your part by maintaining your lawn, making sure everything in your pantry is closed well, and ensuring that any holes or cracks in your home are sealed as soon as you see them. When we have our initial consultation, we will also give you additional steps to help prevent the bothersome pests and rodents in the future but rest assured, we will solve your pest control issue. Call us today to schedule your consultation and appointment at (901) 757-9111.

Pest Control FAQ

Written by allstate-editor on February 1, 2022. Posted in Blog, Uncategorized.

Do you have questions or worries about pest control services? Most people do. I want to cover a few of the frequently asked questions that come to mind.

Why do I need a pest control professional?
The pest management professional relies on pesticide application as just one part of a total pest management program. The untrained consumer, who purchases a pesticide over the counter, can only make an intuitive judgment on how to properly apply the pesticide. However, the pest management professional relies on training, expertise, and more sophisticated techniques to manage pests in an environmentally friendly manner.

How much does pest control service cost?
Because each home is unique in its pest control needs, please call so we can give you an accurate estimate. Many people are surprised at how affordable professional pest service can be.

What insects are covered by the general pest service?
Spiders, crickets, ants, roaches, silverfish, and mice are generally covered under routine general pest control service. Biting, stinging, and flying insects require different and often difficult treatment strategies and thus are charged accordingly.

How long will it take before I see results?
It depends on the pest and severity of infestation. Generally, you will see a reduction in pest activity immediately after our first visit, in some cases, such as German Roaches, it may take several visits.

How long will the treatment take?
Different pest problems require different methods and products. Moisture, sanitation, and environmental conditions can all affect how long a treatment may last. Most interior applications can be performed in less than 1 hour.

Are these products dangerous to kids and pets?
All professional pest control products have been registered for use by the EPA. When they are applied according to label instructions by technicians who have been trained and licensed to use them, they pose virtually no risk.

Do I have to leave my house during a service?
No, usually not. However, during certain types of services such as flea and tick treatments, it’s better if all occupants leave the home for a period. Our helpful and knowledgeable staff will direct you on the specifications of each treatment.

When you come to service my home, where will you treat?
First and foremost, our technician will inspect your property and advise you of their findings as well as a strategic plan for managing the pest problems. From that point, the technician will make applications to the areas where insects live and hide, as well as applying a barrier around the exterior of your home such as the base of your home.

If you have any more questions, please give us a call here at the office. (901) 437-5456

Landscaping Design from All-State Pest and Lawn

Written by All-State Pest and Lawn on February 22, 2021. Posted in Blog.

Increases Curb Appeal

Your home is something you should be proud of. First impressions and your landscaping around your home can make or break your curb appeal. It is the something you have to look at every day you live in your home. Your yard should be something that you, your family and friends can enjoy. Professional landscaping designed and implemented by All-State Pest and Lawn can make your home and lawn look flawless.

Landscape Design from All-State Pest and Lawn Increases Curb Appeal

Written by All-State Pest and Lawn on February 2, 2021. Posted in Blog, Uncategorized.

You never get a second chance to make a first impression and your landscaping around your home can make or break your curb appeal. Your home’s landscaping is what you see every day. It is the something you look at every day you live in your home and should be something that you, your family and friends can enjoy. Using All State Pest and Lawn’s Professional landscaping designed implementation you can make your home and lawn look flawless.

Professional landscaping from All-State Pest and Lawn allows you to forego the time, effort, and anxiety of landscaping on your own. It takes hours of research and shopping to find what types of grass, shrubs, soil, and plants are right for your yard. Where do you even start? All-State Pest and Lawn are professional landscapers and design the lawn and landscape of your dreams to fit your tastes and budget.

Why Professional Landscaping?

Yards and landscape designs require land moving or removal of trees or bushes. Some yards are not level. Some yards must have dirt to be brought in or smoothed out. All-State Pest and Lawn has the proper tools and experienced staff to make your lawn look perfect.
All-State Pest and Lawn has been supplying Memphis and surrounding areas for decades. We are experienced with all types of landscaping issues.
We recommend what you need to make your yard and landscaping look its best.
All State Pest and Lawn know what time of the year to plant.
What types of trees and shrubs would enhance your landscape to make your home look its best.
We take care of the lawn maintenance.

Whether you are looking to upgrade the appearance of your home. Getting ready to sell or just want curb appeal, contact All-State Pest and Lawn at (901) 757-9111. Start your journey to your home’s greater curb appeal.

Getting Rid of Mice in your Home

Written by All-State Pest and Lawn on October 28, 2020. Posted in Blog.

The temperature is dropping. The leaves are changing colors and falling from the trees. We are layering our clothes in the mornings and taking off the outer layers as the day passes. It is fall in the Mid-South. Football season. Pumpkin Spice lattes and hot cocoa. With all the wonderful things that fall brings, it does sometimes bring unwanted guests… mice.

Landscape Lighting

Written by All-State Pest and Lawn on September 17, 2020. Posted in Blog.

What is the benefit of landscape lighting?

Landscape Lighting is not just about making your home more attractive. It extends your days into the night. It also has both aesthetic and practical uses. There are three basic categories that combine form and function when designing a landscape lighting plan for your home:

Tips on how to choose the Right Extermination Service

Written by All-State Pest and Lawn on March 27, 2018. Posted in Blog.

It takes a combination of proper sanitation, preventive measures and good home maintenance practices for tenants, homeowners and landlords to keep household pests from their properties. Although you can keep most of these pests from your home, you might need the services of a pest control professional if a certain pest is hard to control or if you are experiencing extensive pest infestation.