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July 28, 2022 by Dan Rothermel

Generally, cicada killers are safe, but there are differences between males and females.  The females can sting, but they are usually not aggressive or territorial, like most other wasps.  However, if you step on one with bare feet or otherwise disturb them, you will likely get a painful sting. Males are more aggressive and will […]

July 26, 2022 by Dan Rothermel

There are a couple of different things that will cause grass to go brown and die off.   One threat to your lawn at this time of the year is turf-damaging insects. Another possibility is extreme heat and dryness due to a lack of rain. This article will help if your lawn is turning brown due […]

April 26, 2022 by Dan Rothermel

Welcome to Green Giant’s Crab-X™ Crabgrass Control program!   Why Green Giant’s Crab-X™ program is Unbeatable! The quick answer is, most companies and homeowners only apply one treatment of Crabgrass Preventer – which is not enough to get excellent control. Green Giant’s Crab-X™ crabgrass control provides two treatments, with two different types of preventer.   How […]

by Dan Rothermel

After being stuck inside all winter, you’re probably ready to get outside and enjoy the warmer weather, whether you’re into hiking, biking, gardening, or picnicking. But before you dive into your favorite spring activities, you may need to get your landscaping ready for spring. So, we put together a checklist to help you prepare your […]

February 10, 2022 by Dan Rothermel

One of the most unpleasant things you can experience is the smell of a dead rodent. Mouse and rat carcasses release a potent odor that can penetrate through air ducts, walls, and floors. The stench is so strong that it can cause headaches, nausea, and vomiting. What Do Dead Mice Smell Like? The odor of […]

December 20, 2021 by Dan Rothermel

If you’ve noticed some strange sounds in and around your house, there are a few different critters that could be the culprit. It might be anything from a bat or bird to a raccoon, squirrel, rat, or mouse. Quieter scratching noises are a sign that your visitor is a mouse or a rat. If the […]

October 13, 2021 by Dan Rothermel

Very few moments in life are as exciting as buying a new home, but it can be overwhelming. There is a lot of work involved the moment you open the door for the first time. You need to fill the house with furniture, paint the walls, and maybe see if the lawnmower still works.   […]

March 19, 2021 by Josh Moser

Is My Lawn Dead After Winter? As the warm sunshine and milder temperatures return, Spring fever starts to creep back into our minds with thoughts of lush green grass and beautiful spring flowers.  However, what will the grass actually look like when the snow melts away? If your lawn was in good shape in the […]

August 13, 2020 by Wendy K

Every spring, flies sneak their way into your house, buzz around your head, and find something sticky to eat on the counter. If you live near farmland or have a compost pile, you know what a fly infestation looks like – it’s like a scene from a bad horror movie!  In one afternoon, you could […]

May 14, 2020 by Dave J

  One of the most common concerns with a lawn is growing and/or maintaining grass in shady conditions. When customers ask us why the grass under a tree is dying, most often, shade is the answer. Thin or no grass under shade trees is a common problem – but what is shade exactly and could […]