At TruScape, we believe great lawn care isn’t about blindly sticking to a schedule—it’s about doing what’s best for your lawn. During periods of extreme heat and drought, we may skip a mowing visit or increase the number of days between visits—not to cut corners, but to protect your grass and deliver the best long-term results.
Here's why:
1. Mowing Stressed Turf Can Cause Permanent Damage
When it’s 90°F or hotter and there hasn’t been rain, your lawn slows its growth to conserve moisture. Grass can enter dormancy, turning brown as a natural defense mechanism. Cutting it during this time adds stress, reduces photosynthesis, and exposes the soil to harsh sun—leading to turf damage or even dieback.
2. Delaying or Skipping Mowing Is a Smart Strategy
Extending the interval between mowings allows the grass to retain more moisture, shade its roots, and survive the heat. Sometimes, the best care is leaving the mower parked until conditions improve.
3. You’re Not Losing Value — It’s All Built Into the Plan
We understand it might feel like you’re “losing” a visit—but you’re not. Our GroundsCare plans aren’t built on a strict number of mowings. Instead, they’re designed based on the total man hours needed to care for your property across the entire season. That includes:
Extra time in the spring for thick, fast-growing turf and double cuts
Mid-summer skips or extended intervals to protect drought-stressed grass
Longer fall visits with heavy growth
This system ensures your lawn gets what it needs, when it needs it—not just what the calendar says.
4. Crew & Equipment Safety Also Plays a Role
When the temperature and humidity spike, mowing becomes hard on people and machines. Slowing things down protects our team and ensures your property is serviced with safe, well-maintained equipment.
5. We’re Monitoring Your Lawn Closely
Just because we skip a week doesn’t mean we’re not watching. Our team reviews your property’s conditions regularly and makes judgment calls based on turf health, growth rate, and weather patterns.
Trust the Process — We’ve Got You Covered
When we skip a mow or stretch the time between visits, it’s not a lack of service. It’s professional GroundsCare done right—a proactive, seasonal approach that protects your lawn and your investment.
Have questions about how your plan works? We’re always happy to talk.
Thanks for trusting TruScape to keep your lawn looking its best—no matter the weather.
