Spring pre-emergent herbicides work by blocking the germination of weed seeds that have been laying dormant in your lawn all winter long. The key to effective control of weeds is the timing of the application. The chemicals need to be applied before the ground temperatures reach over 50 degrees. We at Minks only use the premium herbicides that have been well tested over time and have been proven to be effective as well as safe around pets and children. Typical weeds controlled in the Laurel County area are clover, crabgrass, dandelions, and various types of ground ivy. The ground ivy family is particularly difficult to control and require several treatments to achieve the desired affect. Call or e-mail us today for a free estimate on your lawn as spring is right around the corner! With the warming temperatures that we have experienced these last few years, we are applying our pre-emergence chemicals a little earlier than last year where we had a good result with weed control.