What to Look for in a Lawn Care Company

Licensing and Insurance

Any company applying pesticides in Georgia must hold a valid Georgia Department of Agriculture pesticide applicator license. Ask to see it. Also verify they carry general liability insurance and workers compensation coverage. Unlicensed applicators risk fines for themselves and create liability issues for you as the homeowner. This is non-negotiable.

• Ask for their Georgia pesticide applicator license number.
• Verify general liability insurance coverage.
• Workers compensation protects you if someone is injured on your property.

Communication and Transparency

A good lawn care company communicates before, during, and after every visit. Before: you should know when they are coming. During: they should be applying the right products for the season and your grass type. After: you should receive a treatment report explaining what was applied and why. If a company shows up, sprays, and leaves without any communication, that is a red flag.

Guarantees and Accountability

Look for a company that stands behind their work. Guarantees on results — like free re-treatment if your lawn is not improving — show confidence in their program. Avoid companies that lock you into long-term contracts with cancellation penalties. If their program works, you will stay voluntarily. Contracts protect the company, not the customer.

• Free re-treatment guarantees show confidence in results.
• Avoid long-term contracts with cancellation penalties.
• Month-to-month service lets you leave if the quality drops.

Red Flags to Avoid

Be cautious of companies that offer prices far below market rate — they are cutting corners on product quality or application rates. Avoid companies that cannot tell you what specific products they use. Watch out for high-pressure sales tactics, especially door-to-door solicitation. A reputable company does not need to pressure you into signing up on the spot. Good service sells itself through results.