Why Aerating & Overseeding Is So Important (Especially After a Heatwave)

The soil in our lawns and backyards is susceptible to various elements of nature. These could be either extreme heat or cold temperatures and dryness of the air, among other things. Adequate moisture levels in the environment help increase the fertility and quality of the soil. Conversely, hot and dry air does the opposite. We see lush ... More

Summer Lawn Care Tips

Summer is a great time for outdoor fun in the sun. A nice backyard barbecue with your family or a quick game of football in the front yard are some of our favorite things to do in the Summer. What makes these activities even more enjoyable is a good looking lawn. Keeping your lawn maintained throughout the summer is worth it for those days of ... More

7 Mowing Tips for a Healthy Lawn

Achieving a healthy lawn doesn't just happen. It takes a lot of hard work and dedication -- but it CAN be done. Believe it or not, a big part of keeping your lawn looking lush is how you mow it. When you mow the right way, you groom turf that's healthy, more tolerant of droughts and thick enough to keep weeds at bay, says DIY Network. If you ... More

The Effects of Not Caring for Your Lawn

You're busy. We get it. It's very easy to neglect your lawn because you're always on the go with work, school, and social commitments. You keep putting it off but every day you neglect your lawn during this critical season is another day of damage. It's not just the mowing, though. It's everything else: watering, pruning, trimming, fertiliz... More
Lawn Care After a Summer Drought

Lawn Care After a Summer Drought

A drought is defined as a period of unusually dry weather that causes problems such as crop damage and water supply shortages. Live Science says of all the weather-related patterns that bring on severe economic impacts throughout the country, droughts are second only to hurricanes. Here in Andover, we are currently experiencing drought ... More
Why Andover Residents Choose T&B for Lawn Care Services

Why Andover Residents Choose T&B for Lawn Care Services

Being an Andover resident, your expectations are understandably higher than other towns and communities. You work hard to maintain and cultivate a beautiful home and yard nestled on quiet residential streets. You take great pride in your home, your curb appeal and your property value, so why shouldn't you have the best lawn care possible? ... More
Landscape Design Ideas

Landscape Design Ideas: Front Yard Renovations

Lots of people pay close attention to their back yards, as they tend to be hubs of entertainment complete with pools and patios. But your front yard is what everyone sees first, and should be the focal point of your property. If your curb appeal is sorely lacking, you can enlist the help of the professionals at T&B Landscape and Irrigat... More

Install a Smart, Water Saving Sprinkler System

Save Money with a Smart Water-Saving Sprinkler System You've heard of smart phones and smart thermostats, but have you heard of smart water saving sprinkler systems? Just like the other smart technologies, this type of system is designed to cut down on wasteful usage and save you money. Here at T&B Landscape and Irrigation, we offer a ... More

Summer Landscaping Maintenance Tips

The heat and sun of the summer months can take a toll on your lawn. Thankfully, there are plenty of preventative steps you can take to make sure your lawn stays healthy all summer long.   Mowing Your Lawn Keeping up with mowing the lawn is one of the most important aspects of landscape maintenance. The optimal length to keep your ... More