Seasonal Clean Up Services
Seasonal transitions reveal what winter hid and prepare for what's coming next. Spring cleanup uncovers the damage, debris, and neglect that accumulated under snow cover. Fall cleanup prepares your landscape to survive a harsh winter.
Why Professional Seasonal Cleanup Matters
Professional cleanup isn't just about aesthetics. It's about plant health, pest prevention, and property protection. Proper cleanup eliminates disease harboring sites, reduces pest overwintering habitat, and prevents moisture-related foundation issues.
Spring Clean Up Services
Comprehensive Debris Removal
Winter deposits an amazing collection of junk across your property: fallen branches, blown trash, dead annuals, and organic matter that needs to go before it creates problems. We remove all debris, not just the obvious stuff.
Perennial Garden Restoration
Cut back ornamental grasses, remove dead perennial foliage, and divide overcrowded clumps that have outgrown their space. Proper perennial management in spring sets the stage for healthy growth all season.
Shrub Bed Preparation
Remove leaves and debris that create pest habitat and disease pressure. Prune winter-damaged branches and shape overgrown shrubs before active growing season begins.
Lawn Preparation
Remove matted leaves that block air and light penetration. Address snow mold damage and compaction from winter foot traffic. Prepare lawn areas for overseeding and fertilization.
Mulch Bed Refresh
Remove old mulch that has decomposed into soil, creating perfect conditions for weed germination. Fresh mulch application suppresses weeds and conserves moisture.
Gutter & Drainage Cleanup
Clear gutters, downspouts, and drainage areas of debris that causes water backup and foundation problems. Proper drainage prevents costly moisture damage.
Fall Clean Up Services
Leaf Management Strategy
Excessive leaf accumulation smothers lawns and creates disease problems, but some leaf cover benefits soil and overwintering beneficial insects. We remove leaves where they cause problems while leaving appropriate amounts in natural areas.
Perennial Preparation
Strategic cutting of perennials that harbor diseases while leaving ornamental grasses and seed heads that provide winter interest and wildlife food. Not everything gets cut to the ground.
Shrub & Tree Preparation
Remove diseased foliage, prune crossing branches, and address structural problems before ice loading creates failures. Proper fall pruning prevents winter damage.
Final Mowing Protocol
Last mowing of the season at proper height to prevent snow mold and vole damage while maintaining enough leaf surface for carbohydrate storage. Timing matters more than calendar dates.
Garden Bed Winterization
Remove annual plants, compost healthy material, and dispose of diseased vegetation. Protect tender perennials and prepare beds for spring emergence.
Irrigation System Preparation
Drain and protect irrigation components from freeze damage. Clear sprinkler heads of debris and mark system components before snow cover.
Common Area Cleanup Challenges
Ice Storm Aftermath
Nebraska ice storms create unique cleanup challenges with broken branches suspended in tree canopies and damaged plant material that needs careful assessment before removal.
Cottonwood Debris
Mature Cottonwoods drop enormous amounts of branches and bark throughout the year. Regular cleanup prevents accumulation that creates fire hazards and pest habitat.
Invasive Species Management
Autumn Olive, Honeysuckle, and other invasive species require special disposal methods to prevent spread. We identify and properly handle invasive material.
Clay Soil Compaction
Heavy equipment and foot traffic on wet clay soils creates compaction problems. We time cleanup activities to minimize soil damage during wet conditions.
Wind Damage Assessment
High winds deposit debris and damage plants in ways that aren't immediately obvious. Professional assessment identifies hidden damage before it becomes dangerous.
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