Hey everyone, I had an above-ground pool removed and the landscaping company I hired used some pretty terrible soil for my new lawn. It's filled with sticks and rocks and the grass they planted was really patchy last season, loaded with weeds that made it look awful. Despite multiple visits from the company, the lawn didn't improve much through the fall. Now, nearly a year later, it still looks bad, and I feel like I'm partially to blame for its state, but I'm also dealing with several bare spots. Am I asking too much to expect a nicer lawn with fewer weeds for what I've paid?
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It sounds tough! You should know that no landscaping company can guarantee a completely weed-free lawn. It really depends on how well you've maintained it since they put it in. If you're not regularly treating for weeds and giving it the right care, it won't look great. Those lush lawns you see at golf courses come from constant attention with watering and herbicides. Grass can struggle to thrive in many climates without proper upkeep, so it might be more about maintenance than just the soil quality or company work.
You might have high expectations, but you're not entirely off-base. New lawns need a lot of TLC to establish properly after installation. If you want a thick, vibrant lawn, you'll need to be applying pre-emergent herbicides, fertilizing regularly, and watering daily especially after overseeding. If there are bare patches, consider reseeding with a quality grass mix that's right for your area and pay attention to watering after that. It's all about nurturing it in the beginning!
Honestly, it seems like you got what you paid for. If the soil was subpar or hadn't been specified in your agreement, it's hard to blame the landscapers entirely. But also remember that maintaining a lawn is an ongoing battle! You can definitely improve it with regular weed control and proper fertilization. If all else fails, maybe a professional lawn care service could help clean things up. Just remember that great lawns don’t happen without effort and some investment!
Exactly! If you want a really lush lawn, you may need to spend some time and money getting it up to par.
Yeah, maintenance is key! If you didn't ask them to keep coming back for lawn care, it's on you to step it up.