The Fertilizer: Weed + Feed service is a granular lawn treatment that combines fertilization with selective herbicide to nourish grass while eliminating weeds. This service is available for online scheduling under the lawn services category.
Weed + Feed Service Guide - Complete Customer Information
Service Overview
Our professional Weed + Feed service combines selective weed control with lawn fertilization in a single granular application. This dual-action treatment feeds your grass while targeting common lawn weeds, providing comprehensive lawn care in one convenient service visit.
Pricing Structure
Standard Pricing
- Base Price: $125 for lawns up to 5,000 square feet
- Oversized Lawns: Properties exceeding 5,000 sq ft require our oversized yard calculator for custom pricing
- Partial Service Options: Front yard only or backyard only pricing available upon request
Contact our office for specific pricing on larger properties or partial service areas.
Pre-Service Preparation
Customer Preparation Instructions
To maximize treatment effectiveness, customers should:
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Water the lawn the evening before or morning of the scheduled appointment
- Wet grass helps granules adhere better to weed leaves
- Improves absorption of herbicide through plant foliage
- While not mandatory, this step significantly increases treatment effectiveness
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Clear the lawn area of any obstacles that might impede service
- Remove toys, lawn furniture, decorations, or other items
- Ensure clear access to all treatment areas
Service Day - What to Expect
Application Process
- Professional Equipment: Our certified technician will use a broadcast spreader (wheeled bucket system) to ensure even distribution
- Granular Application Only: This service involves no spraying - all product is applied in granular form
- Service Appearance: The application process looks identical to regular fertilization service
- Completion Indicator: A service flag will be placed in your yard upon completion to confirm service delivery
Product Appearance
- Granules may be visible on grass after application
- Product can include blue pellets mixed with brown granules
- Granules will naturally break down with moisture and watering
Post-Service Care Instructions
Critical 24-Hour Period
IMPORTANT: The following restrictions apply for 24 hours after treatment:
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Stay Off the Lawn
- Keep all people, children, and pets away from treated areas
- This safety period allows granules to properly absorb into target weeds
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No Mowing
- Avoid cutting grass for 24 hours after treatment
- Mowing too soon can remove granules before they're fully absorbed
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No Watering
- Do not water the lawn for 24 hours
- This allows herbicide granules maximum contact time with weed foliage
Seeding Considerations
If you're planning to overseed your lawn:
Recommended Service Order:
- Apply Weed + Feed treatment first
- Wait 14 days minimum before overseeding
- This timing allows killed weeds to create space for new grass seed
If Already Seeded:
- Wait 14 days after seeding before applying weed killer
- This protects new grass seedlings from herbicide damage
Results and Timeline
What to Expect
- Weed die-back timeline: Up to 14 days for visible results
- Progressive effects: You'll see gradual browning and wilting of treated weeds
- Realistic expectations: Not all weeds may be eliminated in a single application
- Dense infestations: Mature or heavily infested areas may require multiple treatments
Treatment Effectiveness
The herbicide works systemically, traveling through the entire weed plant including roots. This process takes time but provides more thorough, long-lasting results than surface-only treatments.
Recommended Treatment Schedule
Optimal Timing
Twice Yearly Applications:
- Spring Application: Controls early-season weed emergence
- Fall Application: Most effective timing (strongly recommended)
Why Fall is Superior
- Weeds naturally transport nutrients to roots in preparation for winter
- Herbicide travels with these nutrients, ensuring complete plant elimination
- Fall treatment provides a cleaner lawn start the following spring
- More effective systemic herbicide distribution throughout the plant
Service Limitations and Important Information
What This Service Covers
- Lawn areas only - not suitable for beds, mulch, or rock areas
- Selective herbicide - targets weeds while protecting grass
- Professional-grade product applied by certified technicians
Important Disclaimers
- No guarantee of complete weed elimination in one treatment
- Not an organic product - contains chemical herbicides
- One-off service - currently not included in TCM maintenance packages for 2025
- Environmental considerations - Limited to twice yearly applications for responsible use
Frequently Asked Questions
"The weeds aren't dead yet"
Response: This is completely normal. Herbicide results take up to 14 days to become visible as the product works systemically through the entire plant, including roots. Gradual browning and wilting will begin to appear over the next two weeks.
"I don't think they applied anything"
Check for these indicators:
- Service flag placed in your yard (confirms completion)
- Evidence of technician with wheeled broadcast spreader equipment
- Visible granules on grass surface (may include blue and brown pellets)
"There's product on my driveway/sidewalk"
Our crews should blow off all hard surfaces after application. The iron content in fertilizer can stain concrete if left and gets wet. If cleanup wasn't completed, please contact our office immediately for corrective action.
"Will this kill all my weeds?"
We set realistic expectations with all customers. This treatment helps control weeds but isn't typically a one-time permanent solution. We recommend our ongoing program with spring and fall applications for best results. For stubborn infestations, we're developing liquid treatment options for more intensive control.
"Is this organic/safe for the environment?"
We're transparent that this is not an organic product. We limit applications to twice yearly to balance effectiveness with environmental responsibility. The 24-hour stay-off period is crucial for both effectiveness and safety.
Future Service Enhancements
Coming Soon: Liquid Weed Control
- Premium option for dense or mature weed problems
- No fertilizer component - pure herbicide application
- Tank-applied system for targeted treatment
- More frequent applications possible (4-5 times yearly)
- Enhanced effectiveness for severe weed infestations
Key Service Benefits
- Optimal fall timing provides maximum effectiveness
- Prevents spring weed problems before they start
- Convenient dual-action - feeding and weed control in one service
- Professional-grade products applied by certified technicians
- Part of comprehensive lawn health program for total lawn care
Note: This is a new service offering. Updates and refinements may be made as we gain additional field experience and customer feedback. Always mention this service option during customer consultations.