Terminology & Turf Requirements
Pricing & Value
Common Mowing Knowledge
100

Layer of organic matter that accumulates on a lawn around the base of the grass

What is Thatch? 

100

Name the pricing formula to add bagging service to weekly mowing? 

What is $3.00/1,000 square feet? 

100

This factor contributes to a clean looking cut in turf

What is a sharp blade? 

200

We calculate mowing services pricing based on what? 

What is turf square footage? 

200

Name the pricing for an hourly mow? 

What is $64.99/man-hour? 

200

These are structural or environmental conditions that can lead to potential service problems.

What is a conducive condition? 

300

This a clearly defined 3-4" border down from the grass that tapers back towards the landscape. 

What is a zero-edge? 

300

We include these as an attachment on each completed service email. 

What is a closed gate picture? 

300

These are usually left behind when a mower is used after heavy rainfall or in a poorly drained area on the lawn. 

What is a rut? 

400

1.5-2 inches is the recommended mowing height of which type of North Texas turf?

What is Bermuda? 

400

These are the type of mowers our crews use to complete a standard mowing service. 

What is a commercial mulching mower? 

400

Name the technique to remove insulation from dormant grass leaves in the early spring to allow soil temperatures to increase more rapidly.

Hint: This is the type Chorbie recommends

What is a low-mow and bag? 

500

2.5-3.5 inches is the recommended mowing height of which type of North Texas turf? 

What is St. Augustine?

500

We recommend this as an option for lawns above 10,000 square feet. 

Hint: It's the future of mowing services! 

What are Robomowers? 

500

These are 3 things that contribute judging whether a lawn is being mowed properly. 

Mowing Height

Mowing Frequency

Blade Sharpness