Maintaining a lush, green lawn here in Northern Florida can sometimes be challenging. From the warmer temperatures to the occasional summertime storm and more, there are a variety of things vying to keep your lawn down for the count. Another problem facing homeowners is the damaging effects of dog urine. Unless you own a canine, you might not have been aware that their urine contains concentrated amounts of nitrogen. This can result in unsightly burn patches on your lawn. Today, we wanted to go over some effective strategies to protect your lawn from dog urine damage. First, why does dog urine ..read more

One goal every homeowner has is to maintain a lush, green lawn all year long. This can be a challenge, especially depending on how our weather wants to behave each season. There are many things you can do to keep your lawn in optimal health, including how frequently you mow, aeration, and of course, water. But, when is the best time to water your lawn? That’s why we put together this guide. Today, we want to cover best practices in this water scheduling guide. But before we dive into that, we want to first talk about your lawn’s needs — including water, sunlight, and food supply. Understanding ..read more

Crepe myrtles are a popular landscaping option for many Gainesville yards. This is true for many reasons, not the least of which is their ability to withstand the local climate while providing year-round color and complementing a well-maintained lawn. However, as a homeowner, one problem you may encounter with them is mold. Like other areas of your home, this is something you’ll want to fix right away. So today, let’s explore how to address black mold on your crepe myrtles. What do we mean by black mold on crepe myrtles? Let’s start by defining what we’re talking about. Have you ever ..read more

While many homeowners are just now getting out of the Christmas spirit, this doesn’t mean they’re in the spring mindset just yet. For many, they may be looking for ways to shed those holiday pounds, which is why gym memberships are often a popular purchase during this time of year. However, subconsciously, they are getting ready for spring without even realizing it! They’re just preparing their body for those weekly beach trips. Likewise, there are home maintenance tips that can help get you ahead of the game. We’re talking about how to prepare your lawn for spring. “But wait, who needs lawn c ..read more

Each home needs some kind of service and maintenance to keep it going. HVAC systems need regular inspections, roofs need to be repaired, and gutters need to be cleaned out. And, unless your yard is completely cement, you’ll need to mow your grass regularly throughout the year. How do you choose a service technician for each of these services? More important, and on topic today, you may be wondering how to choose a good landscaper. There are a handful of things to both look at and keep in mind. Many of these are good business sense while others are practical considerations. After all ..read more

Home maintenance goes hand in hand with ownership. If you have a house, you’re going to have to spend some time on upkeep. This covers many different aspects of your home. Your chimney flue will need to be cleaned, even if you only use it a few times out of the year. If you’ve ever wondered why your sprinkler system doesn’t work, in Gainesville, Florida there are services that can help. Or perhaps your gutters and roof need some TLC. Either way, today we wanted to put together a quick list of services that can help you save some time. Then, we’ll include a link to our Gainesville fav ..read more

When you’re looking for the best lawn care services in Gainesville, there are a lot of things to keep in mind. Whether or not the company provides services for aerating lawns is a big one. After all, maintaining a healthy lawn isn’t as simple as mowing the grass. That’s the equivalent of putting gas in your car’s tank without ever changing the oil. However, many homeowners aren’t familiar with the steps to — let alone the importance of — aerating their grass. That’s why we’re covering these aerating lawns for beginners tips today. What does it mean to aerate a lawn? Let’s start with a bas ..read more

Lawn service professionals spend years perfecting their trade. The team at Sun Power Lawn Care is no different. Through our years of experience, we’ve logged thousands of manpower hours performing lawn care in Gainesville and the surrounding communities. Some of our services include lawn striping, lawn aeration, landscaping, and sod installation, as well as various types of sprinkler repair. One of the questions we sometimes get asked is why the lawn company requires scheduled visits. Shouldn’t lawns be mowed on more of an “as needed” basis? The answer is that the lawn company requires schedul ..read more

Are you a dog owner? Isn’t there something truly magical about our canine friends? They’re always there for us, by our side, and bringing happiness to our household. However, for all of their energy, dogs can have phobias. Specifically, today we’re going to look at six loud noises that trigger fearful behavior in dogs and how to avoid them. Fearful behavior in dogs But first, what are some of the signs of fearful behavior in dogs? Dogs can have anxiety, and small things can trigger them. And because they can’t speak, we need to watch for outward signs of an inward change. Some of the things th ..read more

Do you have family members with seasonal allergies or breathing-related sensitivities? If so, then you’re intimately familiar with respiratory illnesses and diseases. Keeping your home breathable and healthy is often one of your top priorities. However, something that’s becoming more and more apparent is that outside allergens, pollution, and other contaminants in the air affect even those who don’t deal with ongoing respiratory illnesses and diseases. That’s why we’re focusing on this topic today with several insights on how this can affect everyone and what you can do to keep your family saf ..read more