Seasonal Guide
Winter Lawn Care: Preparing Your Lawn for Dormancy
Your warm-season lawn needs winter prep to survive dormancy and green up strong in spring. Follow this winter lawn care checklist for Atlanta homeowners.
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Expert advice from our certified technicians — seasonal maintenance schedules, equipment insights, and pro tips for a healthier lawn.
Equipment
The Importance of Sharp Mower Blades
A sharp mower blade gives a clean, healthy cut. A dull one tears grass, invites disease, and yellows your lawn. Learn how and when to sharpen your blade.
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Seasonal Guide
Why Gutter Cleaning Matters Year-Round
Clogged gutters cause water damage, foundation cracks, and pest infestations. Learn why gutter cleaning matters, how often to do it, and when to hire a pro.
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DIY
How to Overseed Your Lawn for a Thicker, Healthier Yard
Overseeding thickens thin lawns, fills bare spots, and improves disease resistance. Learn when and how to overseed, plus common mistakes to avoid.
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DIY
Pressure Washing Your Driveway: DIY or Hire a Pro?
Pressure washing your driveway restores curb appeal, removes slippery buildup, and extends surface life. Learn when to DIY and when to hire a pro.
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Seasonal Guide
Why Leaf Removal Matters This Fall
Leaving fallen leaves on your lawn suffocates grass, traps moisture, and invites pests. Learn why leaf removal matters and the best methods to stay ahead this fall.
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Lawn Care Tips
Understanding Lawn Fertilizer: What Those Numbers Mean
What do the numbers on fertilizer bags mean? Learn about N-P-K, slow vs. quick release, when to fertilize warm-season grasses, and common mistakes to avoid.
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Seasonal Guide
Late Summer Lawn Care: 7 Tips to Keep Your Yard Thriving Through August
August heat can stress even the healthiest lawns. These seven practical tips will help your yard stay green, healthy, and ready for fall.
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Lawn Care Tips
How to Water Your Lawn the Right Way
Watering your lawn the right way means deep, infrequent watering in the early morning. Learn the golden rule, how much water your lawn needs, and common mistakes.
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Lawn Care Tips
5 Essential Atlanta Lawn Care Tips to Keep Your Yard Green All Summer
Keep your Atlanta lawn healthy through Georgia's hot, humid summers with these five essential lawn care tips from LawnSmart's local pros.
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Lawn Care Tips
Common Lawn Pests: How to Identify and Stop Them
Brown patches despite proper care? Grubs, chinch bugs, armyworms, and mole crickets may be the cause. Learn to identify and treat common Atlanta lawn pests.
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Lawn Care Tips
Atlanta Lawn Care & Landscaping: The Complete Homeowner's Guide for 2026
The complete guide to lawn care and landscaping in Atlanta, GA — best grass types, seasonal maintenance schedules, common lawn problems, and how to choose the right professional lawn care company.
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Lawn Care Tips
Why Lawn Edging Matters (And How Often to Do It)
Edging is the finishing touch that separates a good lawn from a great one. Learn why it matters, how often to edge, and the difference between edging and trimming.
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Lawn Care Tips
Choosing the Right Grass Type for Your Atlanta Lawn
Bermuda, Zoysia, Centipede, St. Augustine, or Tall Fescue? Learn the pros and cons of each grass type and how to choose the right one for your Atlanta lawn.
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Seasonal Guide
Fall Lawn Preparation: Your Complete Checklist
Fall is the most important season for your lawn. Follow this complete fall prep checklist — aeration, overseeding, fertilizing, and leaf removal — for a healthy spring lawn.
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Lawn Care Tips
How Much Does Lawn Care Cost in Atlanta, GA?
Wondering what lawn care costs in Atlanta? This 2026 guide breaks down average prices for mowing, leaf removal, yard cleanup, pressure washing, and more — so you know exactly what to expect.
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Seasonal Guide
Summer Weed Control: Keeping Your Lawn Weed-Free
Crabgrass, nutsedge, and dandelions thrive in summer heat. Learn how to prevent, identify, and treat common summer weeds for a healthy, weed-free lawn.
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Lawn Care Tips
The Benefits of Mulching Your Garden Beds
Mulch does more than look good — it retains moisture, suppresses weeds, regulates soil temperature, and boosts curb appeal. Here's how to do it right.
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Lawn Care Tips
How Often Should You Mow Your Lawn?
How often should you really mow? It depends on the season, grass type, and growth rate. Here's the one-third rule and a seasonal mowing schedule for Atlanta lawns.
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Seasonal Guide
5 Essential Summer Lawn Care Tips for a Greener Yard
Beat the heat and keep your lawn lush all summer with these five pro tips from LawnSmart's certified technicians.
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Seasonal Guide
The Ultimate Fall Leaf Removal Guide
Don't let leaves smother your lawn. Learn when and how to remove leaves for a healthy yard come spring.
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Equipment
Electric vs Gas Mowers: Which Is Right for You?
We compare electric and gas mowers on power, runtime, maintenance, and environmental impact to help you choose.
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DIY
How to Fix Bare Spots in Your Lawn
Bare patches ruining your lawn's look? Follow this simple 4-step process to repair bare spots and prevent them from returning.
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Lawn Care Tips
When to Aerate Your Lawn (And Why It Matters)
Core aeration relieves compaction, improves root growth, and helps your lawn absorb water and nutrients. Here's when to do it.
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Company News
LawnSmart Launches Junk Removal Services
We're excited to announce our newest service: professional junk removal. Now you can book lawn care and junk hauling in one place.
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