Don't Hire the Wrong Lawn Company!!

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This spring has been especially wet. There is no doubt about it! The rain hasn't let up yet now that we're almost into July and it looks like mother nature is going to keep it coming. It's tough to get any outdoor work accomplished especially for those lawn care guys who I'm sure you see driving all around with their trucks and trailers all packed with mowers, trimmers, blowers, and anything else used to keep those lawns looking green, neat, and clean.

You may have thought about hiring one of these lawn specialists to manage your yard — either because you don't have the time to do it, or because you'd like a professional's touch. Either way, it's good to be sure you know who you are hiring. There are a lot of lawn care companies in Blair County to choose from, which makes finding the right one a chore in itself. They all pretty much look the same when you are shopping around, so what should you do to find the right one?

If you simply don't care what your lawn looks like, shopping around for the lowest price may be the way to go. If you can find a reliable teenager to mow your lawn this may be ideal. Lawn care isn't rocket science, and a lot of teens are always looking for a way to make some extra money in the summer. Be cautious, however — if you hire a teen to mow for you, be sure to have a back-up plan. Also note that if the kid mowing your yard injures himself, someone else, or damages property while mowing your yard, you may be liable. Lawn equipment is very dangerous. Do not let them operate any equipment for the first time on your property.

If you feel more comfortable with an adult mowing your lawn, you're in luck! There is no shortage of adults who mow part time and as a primary source of income. There is less risk involved with hiring an adult, but there is still risk. If you don't care what your lawn looks like, shopping on price might work for you. Lawn companies in Altoona, PA are everywhere, so getting quotes from several of them shouldn't be too difficult. Just note that there are a lot of variables to consider, and typically there are a lot more benefits to hiring higher-priced lawn companies — and a lot more risk when hiring low-priced ones.

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Low-priced companies: Low-priced companies, sole proprietors working on the side, under-the-table guys — these guys don't charge much for a reason. One reason may be that they aren't reliable. Another reason is they have no overhead — meaning they have NO INSURANCE and they are NOT LICENSED. This might not seem like a big deal until their lawn guy sideswipes your A/C unit with a zero-turn mower and you never hear from them again. Always verify a company is licensed and insured before hiring. In Pennsylvania, you can verify a contractor's license through the Pennsylvania Attorney General's Office before signing anything.

Higher-priced companies: The highest-priced lawn service isn't necessarily the most meticulous, so don't get suckered into paying too much. However, if you want peace of mind and don't want to worry about liability, make sure you hire a licensed and insured lawn care company. Most licensed and insured companies are in it for the long haul and genuinely care about their customers. These companies usually have professional-looking websites, logos, and social media pages with plenty of photos so you can get a real sense of their work quality before ever picking up the phone.

As I stated before, " Lawn care isn't rocket science." Finding the lawn company that best fits you should't be either. Don't hire the wrong lawn company!

The Little Lawn Co. LLC is a fully staffed, licensed, and insured lawn care and landscaping company serving Altoona, Hollidaysburg, and Blair County, PA. They are one of the few lawn service providers in the area with the capability to take on new customers regularly. The Little Lawn Co. takes pride in leaving each property better than they found it — and their easy online estimate process makes getting started simpler than dealing with a utility bill. Read more lawn care tips on the blog or learn about what makes our mowing service different.