Some companies may offer a free lawn analysis. Even the best lawns have weeds and pests. Ask to see evidence of specific and real problems before you agree to any treatment. Check to see if the company is licensed and certified. All people who apply or supervise the application of pesticides as a business are commercial applicators and must be licensed and certified.
Certification assures that the person applying pesticides is trained to handle and apply pesticides.
To become certified, the applicator must pass a written exam given by the Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection. Ask what specific lawn care training the employees have. You have the right to see the certification and license of the person who will be applying pesticides to your property. Check with our office, the Bureau of Consumer Protection and the Better Business Bureau to see if any complaints have been lodged against the company. Find out if the company has liability insurance to cover any accidents that might happen while work is being performed in your yard or while pesticides are being applied.