August Yard Prep Checklist for Shreveport, LA Homeowners

As summer peaks in Shreveport, August is a crucial month to prepare your landscape for the transition into fall. Completing these tasks now ensures healthier turf, more reliable irrigation, and a yard that's ready for cooler weather.

1. Adjust Your Mowing Height

Keep your grass longer during the heat—taller blades shade soil, retain moisture, and reduce stress. Don’t scalp your lawn this month.
Learn more under Lawn Mowing & Trimming.

2. Inspect & Tune Your Irrigation System

Check sprinkler heads, fix clogs, and ensure even water coverage. Operate the system in the early morning to maximize efficiency.
Visit Irrigation & Water Management Services.

3. Prune Trees and Shrubs

Remove dead or overgrown branches now to reduce storm damage and stimulate fall growth.
Find pruning and tree care under Property Maintenance.

4. Apply Fertilizer to Warm‑Season Lawns

Bermuda and Zoysia lawns benefit from a final fertilizer application in early to mid‑August. A slow‑release blend helps strengthen turf without late-season stress.
See Lawn Fertilization Services.

5. Refresh Outdoor Lighting

With shorter evenings approaching, make sure your landscape lighting is fully functioning. Replace bulbs, check timers, and consider upgrades.
Learn more via Outdoor Lighting Services.

Bonus Tip: Plan Ahead for Fall Projects

August is the best time to schedule fall landscaping work—landscape construction or holiday lighting before slots fill up.
Browse full project options under Landscaping & Design Services or review general services.

Final Thoughts

Completing this August checklist helps prevent problems later and ensures a healthier, more beautiful yard as seasons change. Whether you need irrigation tuning, fertilization, or pruning, Lawnmasters has the local expertise to support homeowners in Shreveport and surrounding areas.

For full service details or to schedule an estimate, visit www.lawnmastersinc.com, or call (318) 686‑4103.