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Keep Your Leaves Clear

Now that the weather has turned colder the leaves are falling.  It is important to keep fallen leaves off your lawn.

While raking your lawn is a tedious task, it's important to maintain a healthy lawn.  Keeping leaves off the lawn helps the grass to grow.  Leaves prevent the sunlight from getting through, smothering the lawn, which effects growth.  In addition, it is important to let your lawn breath.

Removing leaves helps prevent the spread of fungus and disease not only to the grass, but also to trees and plants.

Raking helps remove any thatch that has built up on the lawn.

Raking leaves is a good physical activity!  So get out there and get that lawn cleaned up!!

Spotted Lanternfly-Invasive Species

In August, The U.S. Department of Agriculture confirmed the detection of spotted laternfly in Pontiac, Michigan.  Early detection allows containment which is vital to prevent the spread. What to look for: Eggs of the spotted laternfly...

Invasive Beech Leaf Disease

Recently the Michigan Department of Natural Resources has confirmed a case of invasive beech leaf disease in St. Clair County. The disease has not been present in Michigan before.  It is associated with the microscopic worm,...

Pros and Cons of Artificial Grass

There is a new trend for homeowners.  Installing synthetic grass at their homes instead of natural grass.  There are pros and cons to consider when making this decision. Pros: Pet Friendly Good for water conservation. Free of...

It's Time to Turn On Your Irrigation System

It looks like warmer weather is finally here!  With sunny days, warm temperatures, and drier air you need to make sure your sprinkler system is turned on and working properly.  Irrigation companies are busy so be sure to call...

Buying at Big Box Stores

Bulk trees and plants at low prices, so tempting but buyer beware.  Finally, the temps are rising and the sun is shining!  It's time to get your yard in order.  While out shopping at some of the big box stores you'll often see...

Hardscape Design Trends

Over the last few years we have seen a strong shift in brick paving and hardscape design trends.  In the past, curves and radiuses were often the focal point and highlight of patios and walkways.  The construction process was fairly simple...

Sprinkler Winterization

A friendly reminder that this is the time to begin winterizing your sprinkler system!  This is standard maintenance and needs to be done to protect your sprinkler system during the freezing temperatures in the winter months.  This...

When To Use Landscape Fabric

Customers often request to have landscape fabric installed under mulch to help prevent weeds.  This is not an acceptable industry weed prevention method for mulch beds. Mulch is a wood product that will deteriorate and decompose. ...

Knockout Roses

Knockout Roses are one of the easiest plants to grow and provide color to your landscape.  Their bloom cycle is approximately every 5-6 weeks.  You can almost plant them and forget them. They are known as the self-cleaning rose, so there...

Plant Terminology & Definitions

When choosing a new landscape project that includes plant material, there are many common terms that sound similar but have different meanings.  Here is a list of the most common words you'll likely hear while planning your...

Proper Mulching Techniques

When creating a new landscape project mulch is commonly used to complete the look around trees and in beds.  Mulch is beneficial because when placed over soil it maintains moisture and improves soil conditions.  It is important to install...

COVID-19 Update

It's hard to believe that we are all still experiencing restrictions from COVID-19.  Thankfully, all of us here at Squeals Landscaping Inc. are healthy and production is in full swing!  We are taking all recommended precautions to...

Oak Wilt: What You Need To Know

Oak Wilt is an exotic, invasive, lethal, fungal disease that effects Red and White Oak trees.  It clogs the water conducting vessels of the Oak trees that are infected.  They then wilt and die.   Red Oaks are more susceptible...

85 Degrees = Extra Water

When the temperatures rise into the 80's plants require extra water because the ground moisture evaporates quickly.  Any type of flowering plant will quickly begin showing signs of stress in very warm conditions.  If there is little to...

Credit Cards

The credit card world has changed for vendors because of all the perks credit card companies must give customers to stay competitive.  This industry movement has resulted in skyrocketing merchant fees.  The brutal gas station market began...

Lawn Fertilizer

Customers often ask us what type of fertilizer they should buy for their new home landscape we installed.  The answer is always the same.  At Squeals Landscaping Inc. we recommend all homeowners use a local professional lawn fertilization...

Brick Repair Jobs

Every season we get daily calls for brick repair projects.  While there is a huge demand for existing hardscape corrections, it is mot a service we offer.  There are several reasons we have this policy.  In the past we have fixed...

COVID-19 Update

Through these tough times we are following protocol and practicing social distancing to the fullest. .  Due to the recent "Stay Home Stay Safe" executive order by Governor Whitmer we have temporarily closed our facility.  The...
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Squeals does exemplary work. We hired them to do pavers for our driveway and we continue to admire the exquisite work. The owner, David Biel, has honor and integrity. He stands behind his work, and his pride in his company is always apparent. Since our driveway was completed, I have hired Squeals for two additional jobs, and referred them to several of our friends. Nobody is disappointed. They demonstrate excellent workmanship and they stand behind their work - customer service is unparalleled.* Gigi W. | Read More Testimonials
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