Lawn Care Treatment &
Aeration Prep Guide

Everything you need to know before and after your lawn fertilization, weed control, aeration, and pest control services.

Proudly serving Appleton, Greenville, Grand Chute, Hortonville, Dale, New London, Neenah, Oshkosh, Menasha, Sherwood, Darboy, Kaukauna, Little Chute, Kimberly & the Fox Cities region.

Scheduling & Billing

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    1. At Storm – The Lawn Pro of the Fox Cities, we schedule services within a 2-business-day window to allow flexibility for weather conditions and routing efficiency & accuracy.

    2. If weather prevents service on the first scheduled date, treatment will automatically shift to the following business day.

    3. No action will be needed on your end unless the provided scheduled date does not work and you have a specific date/time frame you’d like to be rescheduled to. In this case, you can text or call +1 (920) 757-1777, or send us an email at info@stormthelawnpro.com .

  • How Can I Pay My Bill?

    Storm – The Lawn Pro of the Fox Cities now requires all customer accounts to be set up under one of the following payment options:

    1. Prepay for the full season (discount available)

    2. Credit card on file for automatic payment after each service.

    3. 12-month installment plan with credit card on file for automatic monthly withdrawals.

    These options allow us to operate efficiently and keep service routes streamlined throughout Appleton, Greenville, and the Fox Cities.

    Not Enrolled in a Payment Plan?

    If you are not currently set up under one of the above options and need to make a one-time payment, you may:

    1. Mail a check to:
      Storm – The Lawn Pro FC
      PO Box 290
      Greenville, WI 54942

    2. Pay by ACH or credit card over the phone

    3. Pay online by logging into your account (or creating one) at:
      www.stormthelawnpro.com
      Click “Sign In” at the top of the homepage.

Lawn Fertilization, Weed Control & Lawn Insect/ Grub Control

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  • Lawn Care Treatment Best Practices Prep

    1. Unlock Gates,

    2. Bring Pets Inside,

    3. Clean Up Lawn Before Service.
      Light-Medium debris on the lawn is just fine. However, excessive leaves, heavy debris, large branches, toys, or yard clutter must be removed prior to treatment. If thick debris prevents product from reaching the grass and soil, service may be postponed until cleared.

    4. Please remove pet waste prior to treatment.

    5. Mowing is recommended either the day before or the day after your scheduled treatment. Although mowing the day of service prior to our arrival is permitted, weeds are more effectively identified and treated when they have not been freshly cut.

  • Lawn Care Treatment Best Practices Post-Treatment

    1. Pets and people may return to the lawn once the product has dried, typically within 2 hours after lawn care service is completed, under normal weather conditions.

    2. For most granular fertilizer and granular grub control applications, light watering within 24 hours helps activate nutrients. However, light rainfall or even moist grass will trigger activation for the nutrient dispersal just as well.

    3. For fertilizer spray, weed control spray or insect control spray applications, the lawn should dry out for at least 2 hours after applied for best results.

    4. Mowing can be done as soon as the lawn is dry, but for best results, wait until the next business day to mow the lawn to allow product to penetrate effectively.

Core Aeration (Spring & Fall)

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  • Core Aeration Best Practices Prep

    1. Remove excessive debris, heavy leaves, large branches, toys, and pet waste. Light-Medium debris is acceptable, but heavy coverage may delay service.

    2. Mark All Inground Items (Required for Aerations Only), as our core aerator pulls up soil plugs 2-4" deep. Before aeration, homeowners must clearly mark:

      • In-ground sprinkler heads
      • Invisible or underground dog fences
      • Landscape lighting
      • Drain lines
      • Any other homeowner-installed inground additions
      • Note: Utility Lines do not need to be marked.

      *Storm – The Lawn Pro of the Fox Cities LLC is not responsible for damage to unmarked or improperly marked items during aeration. This marking requirement applies only to aeration services and does not apply to fertilizer or weed control treatments.*

  • Core Aeration Best Practices Post-Care

    After aeration, soil plugs will remain on the lawn surface. This is normal and beneficial.

    You have three options:

    1. Option 1: Rake & Bag (Mess-Free Option)
      You may rake and bag the plugs for a cleaner appearance.

    2. Option 2: Let Dry & Mow (Soil Redistribution Option)
      Allow plugs to dry for 3–4 days, then mow over them to break them apart and disperse fresh topsoil across the lawn.

    3. Option 3: Do Nothing (Most Popular Option)
      Leave the plugs to naturally decompose. They will break down and return valuable nutrients to the soil.

      *Note: If heavy rain occurs shortly after aeration, plugs may become muddy and temporarily messy. This is normal and still beneficial to the lawn, but it may be trail on paws and feet.*

Perimeter Pest/Insect Control (Structural)

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  • Perimeter Pest/Insect Control (Structural - For Home & Buildings) Best Practices Prep

    Please ensure:

    1. Access around the foundation is clear

    2. Gates are unlocked

    3. Outdoor furniture is moved slightly away from treatment areas if possible

    4. Pets are secured during application

  • Perimeter Pest/Insect Control (Structural - For Home & Buildings) Best Practices Post-Care

    1. Pets and children may return to treated areas once the product has dried, typically within 2 hours.

    2. Avoid washing treated foundation areas for at least 24 hours to allow proper residual performance.

    3. For best results, maintain trimmed vegetation around the home’s perimeter to help extend the treatment’s effectiveness.

Thank you for your teamwork!
Clear preparation ensures maximum results from every fertilizer, weed control, pest/insect control, and aeration service.

Our team is here to help. Reach out for personalized answers about your lawn care needs throughout the Fox Cities.

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