December 14 2020

Winter Lawn Care 101

Author

Shaun Henry

Although winter technically doesn’t “begin” until Dec. 21 this year, it certainly feels like it’s here. With the occasional below freezing temps in the morning, we start to focus on our winter lawn care projects. One of our greatest concerns for our lawn this time of year is frost damage.  Have you ever seen yellow […] Read More

December 8 2020

Reduce Stress and Spread Holiday Cheer

Author

Beth Kaiser

There are no more rules when it comes to when you should put up your holiday lights after the year we’ve had. Some mental health professionals even encourage you to put your decorations up sooner than later as they can bring you joy and reduce stress. “ATKINS INSTALLS HOLIDAY LIGHTS?” We do, and we’d love […] Read More

December 8 2020

Rats, Squirrels and Mice, Oh My!

Author

Atkins Inc

Keep your home rodent-free with Atkins’ pest control services. Rodents, like rats, squirrels and mice — while cute — can easily wreak havoc on your home or business. From ripping up insulation, tearing up furniture, or damaging your electrical wiring, these creepy crawlers will chew on just about anything. You shoulda called Atkins! Electrical Damage […] Read More

November 19 2020

Give Your Ornamental Trees and Shrubs Some TLC

Author

Shaun Henry

With winter quickly approaching, now is the best time to start thinking about pruning your beloved trees and shrubs as most of them head into dormancy this time of year. Proper pruning and maintenance of your ornamental trees and shrubs also keeps them healthy and looking great. The Atkins Grounds Maintenance Team uses the best […] Read More

November 12 2020

Unwelcome Hitchhikers: How We Find and Control Bed Bugs

Author

Atkins Inc

Bed bugs are not something you want in your home. They are small insects that live on the blood of animals and humans. They don’t fly, but move incredibly quickly over floors, walls and ceilings. Females lay hundreds of eggs throughout their lifetime. Each egg is tiny, measuring one quarter the size of a grain […] Read More

October 26 2020

The Benefits of Fall Mulching

Author

Beth Kaiser

Some of the most important work you can do for your garden happens in the fall. Sprucing up your beds and adding mulch is almost a necessity to prepare for the Midwest winters and let your garden recover from the harsh summer heat. Hence, all-season lawn care is important. Read More

October 13 2020

Core Aeration and Seeding

Author

Atkins Inc

We love healthy, green lawns that make your home or commercial property look maintained and well-manicured. Atkins soil aeration will help you achieve the lawn of your dreams. Read More

October 9 2020

Taking Care of Our Seniors

Author

Beth Kaiser

At Atkins, our approach is personal and catered to meet the needs of your facility and the residents who live in it. We know senior care facilities are under tremendous pressure to contain costs due to increasing healthcare expenses and cuts in Medicare and Medicaid payments. These aggressive regulations related to resident care contribute to […] Read More

August 18 2020

Add Atkins to Your School Supply List

Author

Beth Kaiser

We all know this school year is going to be different than any year we’ve ever experienced. Are you: A) An employee of a school district gearing up to go back to school.B) A parent gearing up to send your child off to school. C) A parent gearing up for remote learning. No matter how you answered, […] Read More

August 11 2020

Atkins Customer Service Team for the Win

Author

Beth Kaiser

If there was an award for “Best Customer Service Representatives in Small Business,” the Atkins Customer Service Team would win. For years, our company motto has remained the same: “Dedicated to exceptional customer service in property maintenance, delivered with a sense of respect, friendliness, knowledge and community spirit.” A team of three, the Atkins Customer […] Read More