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Metairie, Louisiana, located in the heart of Jefferson Parish, is a community that combines traditional Southern beauty with contemporary lifestyle. From its extensive history to its distinctive culture, this thriving city has a lot to offer. The variety of landscapes in Metairie are one of the city's most alluring features. This area's natural beauty is due to the citizens' commitment to preserving beautiful outdoor spaces...

Located in the heart of Jefferson Parish, Metairie, Louisiana, is a vibrant city known for its unique combination of urban culture and natural beauty. One of the most striking aspects of Metairie's charm is its wide variety of trees that cover its streets, parks, and neighborhoods... 

The decision for tree removal is an important one that should not be rushed. Dead or dying trees must be removed to keep your landscape healthy, safe, and beautiful. Unfortunately, in some cases, living healthy trees must be removed when they come in contact with other trees, buildings, driveways, and power lines. And once your tree is removed it takes years...

Many people every year take on the task of removing a tree or stump by themselves. Unless you are a trained tree service professional it is not recommended to try to remove a tree or stump by yourself. Tree removal can be a challenging job – certainly not one to attempt without the correct equipment or experience. So, if you’ve got a tree that you suspect needs removing...

Most people initially think that tree removal is pretty straightforward and easy. If you were to cut down a tree in the middle of the woods, then this might be the case. However, as many homeowners have found out (the hard way) it is not as simple to remove a tree from your yard. Before we get into the prices and cost let’s take a look at some of the risk that tree service professionals have to deal with...

If your yard is comprised mostly of St. Augustine grass, there are some things you should know. St Augustine is the most common grass type in Metairie, LA, and a popular grass throughout the south and warmer regions in general. St Augustine is a medium to low maintenance grass type and there are some things you should know if it is the grass type in your lawn...

Is your yard mostly made up of Bermuda grass? If so, there are some things you should know! Bermuda grass is of one of the most common grass types in Metairie, LA. Bermuda is an extremely popular grass type on golf courses and in lawns throughout warmer regions and the south. Bermuda is a medium to high maintenance grass type known for its soft, thick turf like look. Bermuda is one of the only grass types that can be cut as low or as high as you prefer and thrive...

Have you ever wondered why your grass appears to be afflicted by illnesses or bug infestations while your neighbor's lush, green turf is unaffected? This is a huge problem in the mid-summer months in Kenner LA. It might seem reasonable that if your lawn has a disease or insect infestation, the lawns next to yours should also be impacted. But the distinctive microclimate that each grass creates holds the key to this riddle. Each lawn's unique conditions play a crucial role in its health. Almost like how members of a family who share a home and meals can get sick at various periods. Let's investigate this phenomenon in more detail, consider how it relates to Kenner, Louisiana, and learn how you can make sure your grass stays strong and healthy.

It’s time to move your attention from summer lawn maintenance to winterization. Its that time of the year again when the brilliant colors of fall begin to fade and the temperature lowers. Even though the winters in Metairie, Louisiana are mild, your grass still needs special attention. We at Cutting Edge Tree and Lawn are aware of the unique requirements Metairie’s lawns have. We'll walk you through all the necessary measures in this in-depth guide to make sure your lawn stays healthy all winter long.

Springtime can bring out the best in your lawn and the worst in your lawn. In this guide we will discuss how we can ensure you only see only the best in your lawn this spring. For your lawn to thrive this spring you should remember to give it the care and attention required for it to flourish, before thinking about outside activities and enjoying our green areas. You will need to consider when and how to mow and what supplements to add to your lawn...

If you own or know someone who owns rental properties It is crucial for the landlords to know what they can and cannot deduct for tax purposes. Expenses for maintaining your rental property, such as lawn care, can frequently be written off as a tax deductible. As a rental property owner, these tax deductions for lawn maintenance drastically lower your taxable income, which in turn affects the overall return on your investment. The more that you are able write-off, the less you give to Uncle Sam at the end of the year.