Welcome to Groundhogs Lawn Care
We use real soil data to grow stronger, healthier lawns.
No guessing – just science. 🧪
You’re here because you want a lawn you’re proud of – not more weeds, patchy spots, and “spray and pray” treatments. You’re in the right place.
This page will walk you through:
- How our process works
- Which program fits your goals
- What kind of timeline to expect
- What we need from you so we can actually deliver the results you’re hoping for
🧭 How Our Process Works (Step‑by‑Step)
1️⃣ Quick Call → Goals & Timing
We start with a free phone consultation to learn what “great” looks like for you – and by when.
Your Turf Advisor will:
- Ask about your lawn’s history and your expectations
- Talk through kids, pets, entertaining, or “golf course” goals
- Recommend a starting plan based on your goals, budget, and timeline
You’ll know what we recommend and why before anything starts.
2️⃣ Property Assessment → On‑Site Facts
Next, we look at what’s really happening in your yard:
- Turf type(s) and thin/damaged areas
- Mossy areas, slopes, and drainage issues
- Signs of compaction or thatch
- Soil Type(s) and Sun Exposure
You’ll see this summarized on your Post‑Assessment Report.
All at no cost to you. 📋
3️⃣ Soil Test → Data Before Decisions
For all new customers, a soil test is required.
We’re checking for:
- ⚖️ pH (can your soil even use the nutrients we apply?)
- 🧱 Nutrient deficiencies (like potassium, calcium, magnesium)
- 🌎 Structure and organic matter that impact root depth and health
“WOULD YOU TRUST A DOCTOR WHO PRESCRIBED MEDS, BUT NEVER RAN LAB WORK?”
We feel the same way about your lawn.
From there, we create a correction plan: lime, nutrients, organic matter, and more — based on your results, not a guess.
Your commitment here matters:
If we recommend pH or nutrient corrections and they’re ignored, you’ll never see the full benefit of the fertilizers and weed controls we apply. When you partner with us and follow through, everything works better — deeper roots, darker green, fewer weeds, faster recovery.
4️⃣ Start Service Quickly (Don’t Lose the Season)
Once you choose your program, we begin treatments as soon as possible and then fine‑tune based on your soil test results.
There’s only so much time in the growing season ⏱️ — starting early helps us:
- Push back weeds
- Build stronger roots
- Improve density and color faster
5️⃣ Ongoing Coaching → Real Partnership 🤝
We don’t just treat and disappear. You’ll get:
- Clear guidance on mowing height and frequency
- Watering recommendations based on weather and soil type
- Honest adjustments during heat, drought, and heavy rain
We handle the science, timing, and treatments.
You handle mowing, watering, and following through on corrections.
Together, we win.
6️⃣ Reporting After Every Visit 📊
After each application, you’ll receive a Post‑Treatment Report showing:
- What we applied
- What we observed
- What we recommend next
No mystery, no vague notes — just clear communication about your lawn’s progress.
🎯 Which Program Fits Your Goals?
We don’t believe in “one size fits all.” Your goals should drive your plan. Here’s how our three core programs line up with what you want from your lawn:
🌿 Rooted Basics
Essential Maintenance Program
Best if your goal is:
“I just want my lawn to look better — healthier, greener, with fewer weeds and basic insect protection.”
Rooted Basics focuses on:
- Consistent fertilization for overall health and color
- Grassy and Broadleaf weed control for a cleaner look
- Core insect protection to prevent common turf damage
This is your go‑to program if you want a solid, professionally managed lawn that looks healthy, fertile, weed‑controlled, and protected — without going all‑in on long‑term soil rebuilding.
🌳 Vital Roots
Progressive Maintenance Program
Best if your goal is:
“I want steady, noticeable improvement over time — not just maintenance.”
Vital Roots includes everything in Rooted Basics plus a stronger focus on:
- Annual Soil Fertility Monitoring
- Soil de-compaction over time
- Managing thatch buildup
- Supporting deeper, stronger root systems
If you want slow, consistent, long‑term improvement, Vital Roots is your plan. It’s designed for people who are okay playing the long game and want their lawn getting better every year, not just “held together.”
🦶 Barefoot Luxury
Lawn Transformation Program (Builder Plan)
Best if your goal is:
“I want a truly great lawn in about three years or less.”
Barefoot Luxury is our transformation plan. Think:
- Aggressive improvement strategy
- Builder‑style upgrades (like over-seeding and advanced fertility)
- Maximum focus on thickness, color, and soil health
If you want a yard you’re proud to walk barefoot on — the kind neighbors comment on — and you’re ready to commit to doing your part, this is where you want to be.
🤝 Your Role in the Partnership
No matter which program you choose, results depend on a few key commitments from you:
- Mowing at the right height (and frequency) for your turf type
- Watering correctly — especially during hot, dry, or stressed periods
- Following through on soil corrections (pH and nutrient deficiencies) recommended from your soil analysis
Our fertilizers, weed controls, and insect products are designed to work best when the baseline is right.
We’ll bring the science, timing, and products.
We just need you to meet us halfway so your lawn can reach its full potential.
⏱️ What to Expect (Honest, No‑Surprises Timeline)
Change happens in a moment.
Results happen over seasons.
Year 1 – 🧱 Foundation & Clean‑Up
We tackle the root issues:
- Balance pH
- Knock back weeds
- Start relieving compaction
- Begin improving the grass and soil you already have
Some lawns look a little rough before they look great — that’s normal when we’re doing real corrective work but typically by the END of year 1 your lawn looks healthier than ever before.
Year 2 – 🌱 Growth & Staying Power
With the foundation set, most lawns:
- Thicken up
- Hold color longer into summer
- Bounce back faster from stress
This is where a lot of customers say,
“Okay, now I really see the difference.”
Year 3 and Beyond – ✨ Especially for Non‑Irrigated Lawns
If you don’t have irrigation, we want to be honest: it can take longer.
We’re very good at working with Mother Nature — but she’s in charge.
With consistent treatments, good mowing and watering, and proper soil corrections, even non‑irrigated lawns can become some of the best on the street.
✅ Our Written Guarantees
Your program comes with written protection so you’re not doing this alone.
✅ Green Lawn Guarantee
We’re committed to helping your lawn thrive with vibrant, healthy color. If it falls short, we’ll help identify what’s going on and guide you toward solutions.
✅ Clean Lawn Guarantee
If a severe weed outbreak shows up a few weeks after your last treatment, we’ll re‑treat the affected areas. We won’t let weeds take over your investment.
✅ Grub‑Free Guarantee
If grubs show up and cause damage, we’ll treat the problem and repair covered areas so your lawn can recover.
When you add our 🐾 Flea & Tick add‑on, you also unlock a 4th guarantee – our Surface Feeder Guarantee for additional protection from surface‑feeding pests.
💚 Why More Homeowners Are Choosing Groundhogs
At Groundhogs, everything is built around real, long‑term results — not quick fixes.
🧪 Science‑First, Soil‑Focused Approach
Soil tests for new customers with Annual Soil Fertility Monitoring, data‑driven programs and corrections, and no guesswork.
🌿 Upgraded Fertilizers (including organic‑based options)
Rotating organic‑based fertilizers with golf‑course grade products that perform in all weather conditions.
🌾 Smarter Weed & Crabgrass Strategies
Extra broadleaf applications, stronger crabgrass prevention (with a booster), and nutsedge control that works down to the nutlet over time.
📅 Temperature‑Based Controlled Release
Nutrients release based on soil temperature — so they’re available when your lawn can actually use them.
⏱️ More Time on Your Property
Our Treatment Specialists aren’t rushed. They have time to apply carefully and share notes that help improve your lawn over the long term.
📋 Post‑Treatment Reports
After every visit, you’ll know exactly what we applied, what we saw, and what to do next.
🚀 Ready to See What We’d Do for Your Lawn?
If you’re reading this, you’re already ahead of most homeowners — you care about doing this the right way.
Your next step is simple:
- Book that Free Consultation to talk with a Turf Advisor, or
- Match Your Lawn to a Program and see whether Rooted Basics, Vital Roots, or Barefoot Luxury fits your goals best.
We’ll bring the science, the plan, and the consistency.
You bring the lawn, the goals, and the commitment.
🌱 Where lawns thrive and communities grow™ — we’d love to welcome you into the Groundhogs family.
