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How Our Service Plans Work

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Keeping your property well-maintained and your lawn and gardens healthy is a year-round commitment. Yes – even in Maine where greenery is covered by snow for half the year. That’s why at AC Yard Services we offer plans that cover a variety of property needs year-round. By tending to our clients’ properties throughout the seasons, we are able to keep up with the work that needs to be done and ensure everything is prepped and ready for the needs of the next season.

We also understand that different properties have different needs and that there are some yard chores that people prefer to do themselves. So we developed three different annual service plans for our clients to choose from – and even further customize if wanted – depending on what works best for their property and their budget.

Plan One: The Basics

Our first plan covers the basic needs of each of Maine’s four seasons: spring clean-up, mowing, fall clean-up, and plowing. With this plan, you can rely on the professionals from AC Yard Services to show up regularly to do the big, time-consuming jobs. We’ll be there to mow your lawn regularly in the summer and plow after storms in the winter. In the fall and spring, you can count on us to do the dirty work and get the leaves and debris out of your yard. Each of these chores keeps your property looking good while also ensuring your lawn stays healthy and is ready to handle the demands of the Maine climate.

Plan Two: The Basics & A Bit More

Like Plan One, Plan Two includes the four big basic chores along with edging, mulching, weeding, and shrub pruning. These are time-consuming but necessary jobs to tackle for keeping your property attractive and your landscaping healthy. Edging, mulching, weeding, and shrub pruning happens in the warmer weather, and our landscaping crews will take care of it for you so you can enjoy the always too short warmer seasons in Maine.

These chores are also jobs that tend to get ignored when you get busy. When you don’t prune, weed, and edge, things can get out of control in your yard quickly and the workload just gets bigger. If you skip mulching, your yard can just look messy and the roots of your trees and plants won’t be insulated like they need to be. With Plan Two, you can count on all of this being taken care of for you on a regular basis by our professional crew.

Plan Three: The Works

What happens when you take Plan One and Plan Two, add them together and throw in lawn de-thatching, over-seeding, and aeration? You get Plan Three! De-thatching, aeration, and overseeding are all additional methods of keeping your lawn healthy. Lawns that have had heavy snowpack or get walked on quite a bit may need de-thatching to help them breathe better and grow better. Similarly, aeration helps open up a lawn for better air circulation to stimulate growth. Over-seeding helps fill in your lawn’s bare spots and helps to provide even growth throughout your yard. Having professionals who know how and when to take care of these kinds of more technical jobs can make all the difference in your yard’s appearance.

Keeping up with all of the chores required to keep a lawn healthy is a big job, even if you have the time and enjoy being outside. Whether your property is residential or commercial, AC Yard Services has a plan to fit your needs and we have the team and the equipment to get the work done well and done right, from plowing to mowing and everything in between.

Give us a call or send us an email to get started with your year-round plan today. If you don’t see a plan here that fits your specific needs, let us know and we’re happy to work with you to come up with a custom plan.

Saving Time With AC Yard Services

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It’s summer in Maine! School’s out, the kids are home, the grill’s set up, and the Red Sox are on. And you’re…mowing the lawn and taking care of the flowerbeds.

Everyone wants a beautiful lawn and landscape that makes your house feel like a home, but getting there takes a lot of work, and that work takes a lot of time. Living in Maine means you need to make the most of every season – especially summer. If you’re spending all your time landscaping and mowing, you’re not enjoying the chance to relax in the sun with your family or experience the parades, festivals and concerts that make summer in southern Maine such a special time.

To keep your lawn healthy and attractive, you should be mowing it about once a week. If you’re working during the week, that leaves the weekend for mowing. If it rains on one day, that leaves the other weekend day. Then there’s all the other chores that go along with owning a home and having a yard. Before you know it, you either have an overgrown lawn and weedy gardens or a weekend that flew by because you’ve spent half of it on yard work.

Sea Dogs game on Saturday afternoon? Can’t go – the lawn is overgrown and it’s supposed to rain on Sunday. Does that sound familiar?

If it does, it might be time to consider hiring professionals to help you take care of your property. AC Yard Services offers year-round plans that can ensure your lawn and gardens are taking care of all summer. With our mowing, edging, mulching, and general landscaping services you can be confident that your yard is looking good for the next big barbecue or just for a Sunday morning relaxing outside with the family.

We take care of the clean-up and prep work in the spring, and the clean-up and winter prep in the fall. (And even though we don’t want to ruin your summer by talking about it – we take care of snow clean-up too!) Making sure your yard looks good throughout the summer really is a year-round commitment.

But life’s short and summer in Maine is even shorter. Don’t spend it hunched over a lawn mower – contact AC Yard Services instead. We’ve got the professionals with years of knowledge and all the necessary equipment to get the job done right and save you time.

Tips to Avoid The Headaches That Come With A Late Season Winter Storm

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By the time March rolls around, we all like to think there’s a light at the end of the tunnel and snow and ice will soon be just a memory as spring nears.

But, we live in Maine.

It’s just the reality of life in the Northeast: Snowstorms are a real possibility well into March and April. To ease the pain of a late season snowstorm, it helps to be ready to tackle the mess of one. Here are two crucial tips to help you prepare for the inevitable spring storm.

Make sure salt, sand and shovels are easily accessible

Once we have a couple of warm March days, it might be tempting to put the salt and sand away in the back of the garage for next year. Remember though, doing so will just make dealing with a late season storm that much harder. When you already have to deal with snow and ice, why add to the frustration by having to fight your way to the back of the garage before work? Or when you’ve just gotten home from a day at the office? Keep your salt and sand easily accessible until the threat of snow and ice really has passed.

The same goes for shovels – don’t pack them away or leave them out where they might get covered if there is an unexpected storm. Have them ready to grab and ready to go. If you have a snowblower, keep it gassed up and ready to start. The quicker you can get started on clearing snow, the quicker you’ll be done with clearing it away.

Roof maintenance

During the depths of winter in Maine, snow and ice collect quickly on the roof. Both present dangerous and potentially expensive problems if not taken care of, and a late season storm can just exacerbate those problems.

Raking your roof regularly throughout the winter can ensure that a late season storm doesn’t catch you by surprise and cause problems. One square foot of snow weighs about 20 pounds. That quickly adds up to create a dangerous situation with potential for roof damage — or even collapse — as well as an environment where ice dams can easily form.

Ice dams are not only a danger to your property because of their weight (57 pounds for one square foot of ice!) but because they cause backups which cause water to seep through your roof and into your house. As we have warmer days followed by cooler days, melting snow and ice get trapped on your roof; the water freezes again, then melts again, and throughout this process it backs up and you might start seeing leaks in your roof. This isn’t just annoying — it’s expensive, especially when you consider the potential for mold growth on top of the water damage caused.

Taking care of the snow and ice on your roof regularly throughout the winter can help you prevent many headaches when all you want to do is start enjoying the warmer weather.

If you’d prefer to call in the professionals — as well as ensure you don’t have to worry about plowing and snow blowing — contact AC Yard Services to find out how we can help you take care of your property year round.

Year-Round Plans Aren’t Just Convenient, They’re Smart Landscaping

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AC Yard Services year-round plan customer in Cumberland, Maine

The unpredictability of Maine weather can be both frustrating and exciting. There’s something rejuvenating about stepping outside on a random spring-like day that happens to pop up in the dead of winter. “We’re almost out of it,” you think … until the very next morning when temperatures drop right back down to the low 30s, settling in that range until about mid-April.

However, that unpredictability can take a toll on the overall health and appearance of your property. That is, of course, if you are not giving it the time and attention a property needs. See, there is work to be done in every season that affects your yard for the upcoming one — and the topsy-turvy weather that comes along with it. Because of that, we have put together year-round plans that are designed to help your property thrive season after season.

It’s convenient for you to know that we have you on our radar for everything from planting to raking to shoveling, allowing you to enjoy more of your free time while knowing that your property needs are being addressed. Let us explain how it all works.

Spring & Summer Yard Work

Let’s start at the beginning of the growing season — spring. As your property begins to emerge from underneath the snow and ice, you start looking forward to bright flowers, vegetable gardens, and a green lawn. In order to set your yard and garden up for a beautiful summer, spring yard work needs to be done.

Our various year-round plans each offer different levels of services but all include spring work, like clean-up and mowing that preps your yard for ideal growth in the summer.

It’s important to tackle spring cleanup, not just for aesthetic reasons but also to allow new growth to come in. Dead branches and old leaves can stunt growth of fresh grass and flowers. The AC Yard Services team will come in during the spring to clean up your yard and get it ready for summer growth.

In the summer, your lawn and property are at their peak beauty. To help keep them that way year after year, proper mowing, pruning and other work should be done on a regular basis. Staying on top of such work keeps plants healthy and encourages good growth of your lawn. The healthier your lawn and your plants are overall, the better they will be able to handle Maine’s harsh winters. After all, the sun and warmth only return for a few months, so give your plants the chance to perk up and bloom!

With a year-round plan from AC Yard Services, you don’t have to worry about making time for every chore that needs to be done to keep your yard and gardens healthy. Instead, you can leave that to us and know that your property is being well cared for.

Fall & Winter Yard Work

Raking. Snow removal. Not really crowd favorites.

Nonetheless, they’re important both for the appearance of your property and for the health of your yard and gardens. A year-round plan with AC Yard Services will make sure the leaves are out of your yard before the first snow flies.

We live in Maine, and snow comes early, but we’ll be ready to tackle the leaves in your yard. Keeping up with leaf removal can save your lawn from the impact that months of snow cover on top of leaves can have on your grass. A general fall clean-up can make your yard much easier to deal with come spring, and much more attractive come late spring and summer.

In the winter, a year-round plan with AC Yard Services means you can depend on us to come plow out your property. No more setting your alarm two hours early to get out the shovel so you can get your car out of the driveway. Our plow service is also done with care. We know your property from having worked on it throughout the year, and we’ll take precautions to ensure we’re not running over shrubbery or gardens or causing other damage.

With four unpredictable seasons in Maine, the outdoors work never stops. But when you partner with AC Yard Services, we will make sure the work is done right and done on an effective to keep your property at its best all year.

If you’d like to save yourself some time and keep your yard at its best, contact us today.

Early Snow get in the Way of Fall Cleanup? With a Year-Round Contract, You’re Covered

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Even for Maine it seems like the snow started early this year – and it keeps coming.

For many people, early snow means they didn’t get to finish the fall chores they intended to. Leaves left on the ground are covered in snow, and now your brush pile can’t be taken care of until next year.

There are a lot of reasons people don’t finish up their fall chores until late fall – waiting until most of the leaves are on the ground, other commitments that take up time, or just putting it off because it’s not as fun to rake as it is to watch the Patriots.

So once April comes, and there are still reminders of fall all across your property, no need to worry. With a year-round contract from AC Yard Services, our team will have your home or business springtime-ready.

Once the snow (finally) melts and you start seeing leaves emerge you can rest easy knowing the AC Yard Services team will be there ready to get your lawn ready for spring and summer. A proper spring clean-up will both make your yard look better and keep it healthier. Spring chores like raking up the leftover leaves from fall and getting branches and other debris out of your yard let your lawn breathe easier and encourage it to grow better.

Salt and sand covering your property? We’ll take care of it. We’ll also trim branches and shrubs to get your property looking neat and tidy in advance of summer. Winter in Maine can be long and tedious, and there’s no reason to keep reminders of it around longer than you need to. A year-round contract with AC Yard Services will give you more time to enjoy Maine’s beautiful but short summer and you’ll spend less time doing chores to get ready for it.

To find out more about our year-round contract options, give us a call at (207) 712-5554 or send us an email at info@acyardservices.com.

Three Reasons Why Fall Is the Right Time To Sign Up For A Year-Round Contract

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No matter the season, you can always find something in your yard that needs attention. While summer brings the promise of growth and days in the sun to enjoy your yard, fall yard work is often more about the drudgery. It’s raking and clean-up and getting everything ready for snow. ‘

The good news is that you can take some of the burden off with a year-round contract from AC Yard Services. How do we help you out? Let’s take a look at three reasons why the fall is a great time to sign up for a year-round lawncare contract:

Take Care of Fall Chores

Hate raking? Do you put it off every year until it’s too late, or until you’re out there shivering in your flannel while you rake up soggy leaves? With a year-round contract from AC Yard Services, we’ll make sure your fall chores get taken care of.

It’s important to get your yard cleared of leaves, brush and debris before the snow starts falling in order to protect your yard from damage. When you have leaves piled up on your lawn, then add pounds and pounds of snow on top of it, your lawn starts to suffocate. Sorry to tell you, but in Maine it’s pretty unlikely you’re going to avoid having snow pile up on top of leaves.

Protect your lawn for the months that you can enjoy it, and let AC Yard Services take care of your fall chores.

You’re Covered For Winter

Having peace of mind about your plowing and shoveling needs before winter starts can be a game-changer.

If you sign up for a year-round contract in the fall, you won’t have to panic about getting up early to shovel before work, or spend hours shoveling when you get home. You won’t have to dig your shovel out of the back of the garage, or struggle to make your way across dangerous ice on your property. The AC Yard Services team will take care of it for you.

We offer plowing, sanding, snow blowing, and even roof raking to help keep your property clean and safe all winter long.

Enjoy The Fall!

There’s a lot to love about fall in Maine, and you should be able to enjoy it. When you’re spending hours raking your yard every weekend, you’re missing out on football games, fall foliage hikes, and apple picking with the family. Hire a team of professionals to take care of your fall chores, and you’ll be amazed at the amount of time that frees up for you to spend with your family in our beautiful state.

So don’t miss another minute of the Patriots or another minute in the woods – give AC Yard Services a shout today and we’ll take care of your property year-round.

Why should customers trust AC Yard Services with a year-round plan?

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We understand that for some people, trusting others with the health and appearance of their property can be a touchy subject.

As property owners know, there are plenty of long-term benefits to year-round maintenance. From improved curb appeal to an overall healthier yard, year-round care is key to keeping your property looking its best. Luckily for our customers, AC Yard Services knows how to optimize seasonal work for the best results.

Whether you’re looking for a simple seasonal cleanup or the full-suite of property maintenance services, we have a year-round plan that’s right for you. We currently offer three different plans, but also give our customers the option to customize a package that fits their needs.

Let owner Justin Hayden explain why customers trust AC Yard Services with their property:

Year-round plans: Three flexible and convenient options

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Shoveling in the winter. Raking in the fall. Mowing and weeding in the spring, summer, and fall. Yardwork in Maine can be so inconvenient, no matter how small or large your property.

Whether you’re looking for a simple seasonal cleanup or the full-suite of property maintenance services, we have a year-round plan that’s right for you. We currently offer three different plans, but also give our customers the option to customize a package that fits their needs.

Let owner Justin Hayden go over our flexible and convenient options:

Year-round plans: What is the biggest value?

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We’ve said it before, and we’ll say it again: Yardwork in Maine never seems to end.

It always seems like there’s mowing to be done, or mulch to be put down, or dare we say in these summer months, snow to be plowed. But when the weather is nice, chances are you want to spend more of your time enjoying your property than working on it. That’s why our year-round plans are such a great value: time.

We come over and take care of your yard, while you get back your valuable free time. It’s that simple.

Let owner Justin Hayden explain a few more of the advantages:

Why winter is the best time to think about year-round property maintenance

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Shoveling. Snowblowing. Ice chopping. Sanding. It’s a never ending cycle during the winter if you live in Maine. Doesn’t it seem like every morning you have to set your alarm a little extra early, just in case a few inches fell the night before. And then there are the big storms…

If you’re dreading the next few months, we at AC Yard Services have a solution for you. We offer year-round contracts that include snow removal — during and after storms — plus everything your property needs to look its best the whole year.

Now, you may be wondering why we are already mentioning lawn mowing and leaf raking when there’s a layer of snow on the ground and ponds are still frozen solid. You may not realize it, but winter is actually the best time to think about your year-round property maintenance needs. See, it’s all about convenience and peace of mind. Allow us to explain.

Put winter weather worries to bed

Picture this: It’s Monday morning, the kids need to catch the bus, plus you have an 8 a.m. conference call to go over the company’s earnings forecast. The alarm goes off and you flip on the morning news. To your surprise, you hear Channel 6’s iconic Storm Center theme and immediately make a beeline to the window. A surprise storm hit overnight.

If you have a year-round contract with us, this wouldn’t be an issue. You would already be on our plowing route, and you wouldn’t have to think twice about calling us and arranging for the plow to arrive. Plus, with our contracts, we also take care of the details, like shoveling and sanding. That way, your entire property is safe and sound for your family.

Get your few extra minutes of sleep, get the kids ready for school and be at your best for the conference call — even if you weren’t expecting the overnight snowstorm.

Have questions about our services? Contact owner Justin Hayden today by calling (207) 712-5554 or by email.

Keep your business open, even during the storm

Here’s another scenario: You are the proprietor of your hometown’s favorite coffee shop. Maintenance workers, teachers, police officers, pretty much the whole community starts their day by coming through your doors. When 5 a.m. comes, the line will have already formed before your “open” sign is fully illuminated. But on days when the snowfall is more overwhelming than the morning rush, your responsibilities also begin to pile up.

Not if you sign up for one of our commercial contracts, however.

Our services are designed to keep your business property clear and safe for your customers and clients. Plus, you won’t have to worry about having to show up even earlier than usual to clear the snow yourself.

And we’ll even go up on the roof for you, too. As the winter progresses and snow starts to pile up on your building, it becomes ever more important to get the weight off. Snow and ice on your roof can cause structural damage to the building, but can also pose a danger to people below if it starts sliding off in large pieces. We don’t know many people who take their coffee with a lump to the head caused by an icicle…

Spend spring, summer and fall enjoying your lawn — not working on it

As Mainers, we know that yardwork just never seems to end. It’s especially fun when winter leaves us with a longer-than-normal muddy season…

If you lock into a year-round contract, though, you can go right ahead and mark all of your yard chores complete. We’ll put together a plan to tackle that seemingly endless list of tasks, giving you free time to actually enjoy your property or focus on the more pressing details of your life. Just imagine, a full summer where you get to kick back, host friends and enjoy your lawn — no mud either! Sounds pretty nice.

Maine is a beautiful place to live, and we at AC Yard Services certainly love it. But to get to the beautiful Maine summers, you have to live through the winters. We can help you get through it a little bit easier by taking care of the snow removal on your property.

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