Maine Property Management Blog

Have you seen a neighbor mowing their lawn right after a big rainstorm? You probably thought, “Hmm. They shouldn’t be mowing right now.” It's common knowledge that you’re not supposed to mow wet grass…but why?  We’re here to answer that question for you, with...

It’s easy for busy business owners to want to push the seemingly unimportant tasks — like lawn care — aside. However, the exterior and outdoor entrance of your business is your customers' first impression of your company.  Think of it this way: have you ever been...

Winter in Maine may feel long, but believe it or not, spring is just around the corner! That means it’s time to start thinking about your spring lawn care checklist. Reviving your lawn after a harsh winter may seem like a daunting task. In actuality, with a few simple...

Like many business owners, you likely don’t have the time (or energy) to deal with your commercial property. That’s why investing in a commercial lawn care service will mean you can reap the benefits from commercial lawn care and focus on what you’re best at: running...

A bright green luscious lawn is the best curb appeal any home could have. No amount of flowers and beautiful plants can replace the eye-catching green grass.  So, if your yard needs a facelift and you want virtually instant gratification, then sod is a great...

Home improvement isn’t the only place where an investment can pay off in the long run; making improvements to your yard or landscaping will ultimately increase your property value. Whether or not you plan to sell your home now or in the future, increasing the value...

Well, Maine, it's that time of year again: winter.  Winter in Maine means snowstorms, blizzards, and a wintery mix that won’t leave your roof until April. While it may look picturesque to have a few feet of snow piled on top of your house, the buildup of snow and...

Here in Maine, the long winters may make us forget that there are beautiful plants and trees just waiting to emerge under a thick blanket of snow. Come spring, our landscapes will reawaken and begin to grow again.  So how can we ensure our trees and shrubs are...

Hiring a lawn service can be very unnerving. There are plenty of unprofessional lawn services out there, and the list can be difficult to "weed" through (pun intended). Plus, if you don’t know what to ask, it’s hard to find the right fit. When you hire a landscaping...

To fertilize or not to fertilize: that is the question.  If it's fall, then the short answer? Absolutely.  But why should you fertilize in the fall? We’re so glad you asked. While it may feel contradictory to fertilize in autumn because lawns significantly...

Would you like to make your yard look more beautiful, but don't know where to start?  If you’ve always yearned to have a beautifully landscaped yard, that’s exactly what you’ll learn here. Today we’re going to talk about some landscaping tips that will help your...

The temperatures drop and the crisp breeze starts blowing. The familiar smell of pumpkin spice fills the air and the foliage starts to turn. It’s officially fall in Maine. Like clockwork, hayrides, pumpkin patches, and leaf peeping coincide perfectly with autumn yard...