How to Choose the Best Lawn Care Company in Blaine MN

| | Turf Management

It’s definitely still wintertime here in Blaine MN, but it’s time to start thinking about which lawn care company you want to hire for the upcoming spring and summer months. Classic Lawnscape has a few suggestions on how to choose the best lawn care company. Blaine MN residents can never start thinking about their lawn care needs too early in the season! And if you take the time to consider these suggestions, you will be in good shape to pick the best lawn care company when the warm weather starts to hit. Of course, you don’t have to put any thought into if you’re getting one of the best lawn care companies in Blaine MN if you choose Classic Lawnscape! But here are some suggestions anyway, just in case.

First of all, you should figure out exactly what you need out of a lawn care company. Do you want them to come out on a regular basis, or are you looking for a one-time service? What kind of service do you need for your Blaine MN yard and landscape?

Then ask them a few questions about their lawn care methods. If their services jibe with your needs, they’ll probably be a pretty good fit. Consider inquiring about what type of programs they have for fertilizing, bug control and more.

See if the lawn care company will come to your Blaine MN home and give you a free estimate on lawn care services. It’s so much easier to compare companies apples-to-apples when you have a written estimate to review.

You can bypass all of these steps if you contact Classic Lawnscape. We will come to your Blaine MN home and provide a free estimate, we do not spray for bugs and pests that are not a problem for your yard and we are very detail-oriented, so you know your lawn is in good hands. Call us today at (763) 780-7231 or contact us online about a free estimate.

Snow Removal in Minneapolis

| | Snow & Ice Management

It’s the most wonderful time of the year – if you’re a fan of snow, that is! Classic Lawnscape has some suggestions on how to choose the best snow removal company. And Classic Lawnscape just happens to offer these services to Minneapolis residents! Not only do we offer snow removal, Minneapolis residents can also take advantage of our irrigation management services, turf management services and more!

But how do you know if you’re getting the best snow removal service for your buck? Here’s a summary of what to look for. Read the above article for more detailed information on how to choose the best snow removal company in and around the Minneapolis area.

First off, start your search for a snow removal company sometime in the early fall. That way, you know what company you are going to use and you have already signed a contract and know what to expect when the first snow storm of the season hits.

Word-of-mouth is the best kind of marketing out there, hands down. So take the time to talk to your Minneapolis friends and neighbors about what company they like to use. Then take some time to interview these Minneapolis snow removal companies to get more details about the services they provide. Also, do some research to see what their rating is with the Better Business Bureau, and make sure you check the snow removal company’s references.

Get several different estimates and remember, the cheapest company is not always the best!

When you’re ready to speak to one of the best snow removal companies in Minneapolis and the surrounding area, call Classic Lawnscape at (763) 780-7231, contact us online or get a free estimate.

Snow Removal Throughout Minneapolis & the Twin Cities

| | Snow & Ice Management

According to the Farmer’s Almanac, we’re in for a cold, snowy winter. This means it’s time to start getting your ducks in a row! Have you decided which Minneapolis snow removal company you’re going to go with? Some love the snow, and some hate it. Either way, it’s going to snow this winter and you’ll want to know you’re prepared!

Importance of Snow Removal

It is important to remove snow and ice from your property, no matter what type of business you have. It’s a simple precaution to take that could prevent an accident. If you’re an employer, you probably care a lot about the well-being of your employees and wouldn’t want to see them get hurt.

Why Hire Us?

You’re probably thinking that you can take care of snow removal on your own. You’ve probably done it for years, right? Well, here are just a few of the benefits to having it removed by a professional snow removal company:

  • Safety: The people who work for us are experts at what they do, trained to be safe. They’ve been removing snow and ice for many years. Instead of leaving it up to the first one to get to the office, or doing it yourself, let the experts take care of it for you.
  • Convenience: It will be more convenient for you if you let our team take care of snow and ice removal. For many businesses, we can clear the snow from your parking lot and walkway before your employees start rolling in for the day.
  • Peace of Mind: When you have our reliable team remove your snow and ice, you’ll know it was done well. Our job is to keep you and your employees safe and to reduce accidents. We work hard to give you the peace of mind that you will all be safe.

Are you ready to get on our snow removal schedule? Give us a call today at 763-780-7231 or contact us online.

One More Friendly Reminder About Winterizing and Blowing Out Your Sprinkler System

| | Irrigation Management

It’s nearly Halloween and the official start of the holiday season here in Minneapolis. Can you believe 2013 is almost over? Soon the days will be shorter, the nights will be longer and the weather will be a lot colder! Have you started to winterize your home yet? Better hurry up because soon it will be too late! But don’t forget one important piece to this puzzle: your sprinkler system. You’ll want to make sure it’ll be in good working order for the upcoming winter weather. And that’s where Classic Lawnscape can help: we can winterize and blow out your sprinkler system so water won’t freeze and damage your system.

Your first thought might be to go online and try to figure out how to blow out your sprinkler system by yourself. However, we here at Classic Lawnscape do not recommend trying this on your own! The blow out method uses compressed air, and it can cause serious injury if you’re not careful or don’t know what you’re doing. Winterizing a sprinkler system can be dangerous, and our technicians are experienced and well-versed in how to safely and effectively blow out and winterize your sprinkler system. We know what we’re looking for when we undertake this task, and it’s better to be safe than sorry in the long run. Plus, the task from start to finish can be complicated at times. Don’t stress yourself out and don’t potentially hurt yourself either. Let our experts handle everything so you don’t put yourself or others in danger.

Winterizing your sprinkler system and making sure it’s properly blown out is one of the most important steps you can take in getting prepared for the cold winter months. Temperatures are already dropping and the worst of it will be here before you know it, so don’t get caught off-guard! Call Classic Lawnscape today at (763) 780-7231 or contact us using our online free estimate form.

Winterizing/ Sprinkler System Blow Outs

| | Irrigation Management

Brrrr! It’s getting to be that time of year again! It’s time to think about winterizing your sprinkler system. If you’re looking for a company in Minneapolis to winterize/blow out your sprinkler system, look no further. We can help get your sprinkler system shut off for the winter, and make sure it’s in good shape for the spring.

The 5 Ws

Are you wondering what needs to be done in terms of winterizing your irrigation system? Leave it to us! Here are the 5 Ws of sprinkler winterization:

  • Who: Any homeowner or business owner who has an irrigation system that was active this summer. If you had a sprinkler system running to keep your grass and landscape green, you qualify.
  • What: They should have a professional company blow out and winterize their sprinkler system. It is important to have a professional handle the winterization of your irrigation system.
  • When: Now is the time to have your irrigation system turned off. It is important to have them shut off before freezing temperature take over. Temperatures are getting cooler, and in some parts of Minnesota, they have already begun to see freeze watches.
  • Where: Anywhere around the Twin Cities, like Minneapolis, St Paul, Andover, New Brighton, Shorewood, etc. Our company services the entire Twin Cities metro.
  • Why: It is imperative you have your irrigation shut down properly, by a professional company. You risk damaging your system if procedures aren’t followed properly. The overall goal is to rid your irrigation system of water, so it doesn’t freeze and cause the pipes to burst. It’s important to not only cut off the water supply, but clear any water out lingering in your pipes.

Beyond this, when we come to shut off your irrigation system, we can perform a visual check.  We can see if there was any damage done during the summer and make necessary repairs. This will help to make sure your system is in good shape come spring.

In need of a company to help winterize and blow out your irrigation system? Give us a call today at 763-780-7231 or contact us online.