Category :
Lawn Maintenance
Address:
7595 Danbro Crescent Mississauga , ON L5N 6P9
Owner/Manager:
kevin mahoney

Weed-A-Way Ltd.

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Company Profile

Lawn Care Specialists who guarantee a healthy & green lawn
Weed-A-Way is one of Canada's largest independent, family-owned and operated green lawn care companies. For over 3 decades our professional lawn care garden soil products and weed control services have served customers in Mississauga, Brampton, Oakville, Burlington, Milton, Georgetown, and Caledon.

Keeping a lawn vibrant, lush green, free of weeds, safe from insects and pests, is a shared responsibility between our professional staff...

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Reviews for Weed-A-Way Ltd.

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Unethical company DO NOT USE what company prosimes a service and then doesnt come through AT ALL!! | 1 | May 07, 2010
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I recently called and wanted to order a bag of soil, asked if they deliever to Acton and they said yes within 7 days. On day 7 there was still no soil. I called that day and was told that "weedaway did not give themselves enough time" but I would get it in a few days. Ok I get you can be busy this time of year. So I waited .... 3 days passed still no soil called that day and was told that it would be delivered by end of day and it was on the truck .. Perfect .. happy customer ... UNTIL I got home and again STILL NO SOIL. I had to call again at 6pm and was told Management had left for the day but to call in the morning, if it didnt come by 8pm. When I called the next morning I was told I would be called back in a few mins they were just looking into why my soil had not come and when it should be. I get a call from then an hour or so later telling me that " I will not be getting my soil at all since it is not worth it to them to drive one bag of soil to Acton and that management was hoping more people would have order. Then I get a stupid flyer in the mail the same night !! WTF PEOPLE. SO I waited 10 days for soil I was most likely never going to get so lets hope my CC was credited the amount. WORST COMPANY EVER!!!! I also told them they are unethical an bad news travels a lot faster then good and im going to make sure of it !!!

2 of 2 people found this review helpful.
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Price & Advice
Approximate cost of services:
$120.00
Company Response:
this client has a very good point we have since then changed our advertising to reflect delievery areas and this problem will not happen again. from all of us at Weed-A-Way LTD. we apologise for this and can assure that this will not happen again. Kevin Mahoney

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very poor and unprofessional customer service | 1 | Apr 26, 2010
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When i talked to the MANAGER regarding my order , he was making fun of me and my English, ( I was studied in U.K more than 10 years and i am a accountant as well)when i asked him about this matter,he started with F-- word and hung up the phone( from my name he knew i came from other country) In my life time i never seen this kind unprofessional manner in the business, NOTE: there is no customer complain option or telephone No, MY OPINION IS : DO NOT TRUST THIS COMPANY OR THERE PRODUCTS

2 of 2 people found this review helpful.
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Approximate cost of services:
$130.00
Company Response:
we would under no circumstances use profanity towards anyone let alone a customer,we are most certantly not racisit, i think it is most unfair to be labeled in this manor

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Do Not Use Weed-A-Way | 4 | Apr 26, 2010
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I cancelled my service in the fall for the next year, which I confirmed more than once with their office. Their policy is to continue with service unless you cancel. Yesterday, I received a phone call from "George" telling me that Weed-a-way was coming to aerate my lawn the next day. I told him I had cancelled the contract and not to come. George said it was not cancelled and asked for confirmation number! I again told him not to come and that I would not pay for any service performed. I called the Weed-a-way office the next day and Gabrielle confirmed that I had cancelled the service. Then Kevin came on the phone. I assume Kevin is the manager. Kevin told me he had cancelled the service after George's phone call. Kevin was very RUDE and hung up on me when I asked how the cancellation was not noted on their computer system. I would not use this service; they would have performed a service I did not want and expected me to pay for it. I have checked Better Business Bureau and this Weed-a-way has many complaints filed against them. BEWARE! October 2012. I thought I would follow up on my review from 2010. This company continues to send me statements to prepay for services for the forthcoming year even though I cancelled the service after using them in 2009 (and yes, did eventually receive a cancellation number albeit it was not stated on the invoice that I needed to receive one). This company located on Danbro Cres. just will not leave me alone. Save the paper and the postage and stop sending out unnecessary mailings! I will not use your services again. P.S. And yes, I am a former customer and have copies of my invoices for 2009. Please do not try to discredit my review by claiming that I was not a former customer and asking for proof.

2 of 2 people found this review helpful.
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Approximate cost of services:
$400.00
Company Response:
not knowing who the complaint is coming from it is difficult to comment on, but there is always two sides to every story, I am sorry this customer feels this way

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Poor business practices | 1 | Oct 03, 2008
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I had a contract for 2 years for seasonal spraying of the lawn, 2006-07. Paid upfront before the season. I moved last November. They spent invoices and called me. I informed them I had moved and no longer wanted the service. They went ahead and sprayrd and billed me $100. And sent it to collections. I called Carol Mahoney, the owner, I believe. She wouldn't talk to me, the receptionist (probably Carol) saying you owe us, sorry. Unbelievable scam artists.

3 of 3 people found this review helpful.
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Price & Advice
Approximate cost of services:
$250.00
Company Response:
we do not know who this client is and this makes it verry difficult to respond to,we would not go back and service a customer if they did not order this service, it doesn't matter if a customer pre pays or pays as the program goes every customer is equall and our response is CUSTOMER IS KING

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unproffessional with their customers/poorly run business | 14 | Nov 07, 2007
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I got solicited by weed-a-way (summer 2005?)for herbicide spraying our lawn. I decided to try it as my front lawn was getting too many weeds. They gave me a date that was 2 weeks away and was told that if I wanted to cancel the treatment, I could do so with a phone call. After some research I decided not to use them for spraying (I pulled out the weeds by hand) and canceled the service. The person on the phone was extremely aggressive in trying not to change my mind. I told him that I was looking for "greener" solutions. He told me that the cheap stuff at Canadian tire won't work and that I was just being cheap and making excuses. He told me that I was making the wrong decision. I stuck to my decision and asked him again to cancel the order. I also asked him to get me off his solicitation list. I asked for a confirmation #, he told me that since there wasn't any contract signed, I didn't need a confirmation number, that he had canceled it. A few days later I saw a Weed-a-way truck pull up. He was unrolling his pipes and had just started spraying when I asked him not to spray and that the order was canceled. The guy was very polite and left. He also mentioned that he will talk the guys at the office to see why he was not told of the change. I figured it was a miscommunication. A few days later I was sent an invoice from weed-a-way. I called them up and they insisted that I had not canceled the service and that I should be paying them for the service. I refused to do so. I even spoke to his manager, who told me that I was trying to get a freebie. The story gets worse. They sent a collection agency, and after a few phone calls, I paid up under duress (less interest). Later on I found out that I was not the only victim of this type of behavior. Weed-a-way has sprayed peoples front lawns and send them invoices even without contracts. Most of them have paid up as it is only a $75-150 payment. I live in a very affluent neighborhood of Mississauga and most people wouldn't bother for a few $. I would caution anyone that wants to use their service. I hope this helps others.

3 of 3 people found this review helpful.
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Price & Advice
Approximate cost of services:
$75.00
Company Response:
Mrs Wania had complained and cancelled after we had performed and completed the application so why would we not expect payment.As far as her living in a affluent neighbourhood it is our belief that all neighbour hoods are treated in the same respectfull manner I am sorry that Mrs Wania had a bad expierience but iI can assure you there is always two sides to every story, what Mrs Wania is failing to mention is that we have thousands of satisfyed customers as we have been in business for the last 40 years and we look forward to serving our customers in 2011

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Company Profile

Lawn Care Specialists who guarantee a healthy & green lawn
Weed-A-Way is one of Canada's largest independent, family-owned and operated green lawn care companies. For over 3 decades our professional lawn care garden soil products and weed control services have served customers in Mississauga, Brampton, Oakville, Burlington, Milton, Georgetown, and Caledon.

Keeping a lawn vibrant, lush green, free of weeds, safe from insects and pests, is a shared responsibility between our professional staff and the home owner whose lawn we care for. A responsibility that we take very seriously and are deeply committed to.

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Now there’s a way to stop thinking "The grass is greener on the other side"! Weed-A-Way’s premium lawn care products and services will make your dream lawn a stunning reality. Here’s how:

*As industry leaders and certified IPM (Integrated Pest Management) specialists, our lawn care programs utilize the most advanced turf management practices and products.

*Our lawn amendment treatments as well as lawn care programs promote a vibrant landscape.

*Depending upon weather conditions, we use a combination of Liquid and Granular fertilizers. Of course, if you prefer Granular, just let us know.

*We guarantee results with our fertilizer and weed control programs. If after an application stubborn weed persists we'll come back and re-spray at no charge.

As a member of the Weed-A-Way group of companies, Global Earth Bags offers you premium quality garden soil, mulch and lawn seeds. Our rich black topsoil replenishes lost nutrients and helps exposed and damaged roots bounce back to life. By using our midnight black or natural mulches you can preserve the quality of your topsoil. Fine quality grass seeds from Global Earth Bags will help your lawn grow vibrant and healthy.

To help the environment and your recycling efforts, we have a Global Earth Bag disposal program. You can use the bags to store things in your yard, shed or garage. Or return the bag to us and earn a $5.00 credit on the next season’s order.

Our services consist of the following programs and additional services:

*Basic (Fertilizer & Weed Control) Lawn Care Program

*Intermediate Organic Lawn Care Program

*Advanced Lawn Care Program

*Weed Control: FIESTA: A highly-recommended timely weed control which is composed of iron and is odourless, Fiesta kills the weeds but does not harm the lawn. It is applied by our highly qualified technicians throughout your season long program. Weeds compete with grass and plants for nutrients, water and sunlight. Broadleaf weeds are usually the greatest threat. If not dealt with quickly, they can destroy all your hard work. Effective weed control solutions from Weed-A-Way lawn services will ensure a healthy and vibrant lawn. We have extensive experience in dealing with various types of weeds like dandelion, broadleaf plantain, etc., and know how to deal with each one.

*Core Aeration: The secret to a lush, green lawn is core aeration. Soil compacts over time and especially with traffic. Core aeration allows nutrients, water and oxygen to reach grass roots more easily. However, lawn aeration is more than just punching holes in the ground. You must have the proper equipment and be willing to set aside a couple of hours for aeration. It’s also important to know when your garden needs core aeration. Weed-A-Way’s lawn services take the trial and error out of grass treatments. We make sure that the grass is always green on your side of the fence.

*Grub Treatment: Typically, grubs attack grass roots. A damaged root system results in a poor quality lawn with dirty, yellowish brown patches. Timely grub treatment from Weed-A-Way will avoid the huge expense of replacing your lawn as well as eliminate the threat of skunks and raccoons that feed on them. By using natural grub treatments like nematodes (naturally occurring microscopic worms) to destroy them and alfalfa treatments to stimulate roots, increase growth and drought resistance, our efficient lawn services will ensure a strong and healthy turf.

*Crab Grass Control: Crabgrass forms thick clumps of light green leaves that are highly competitive with turf grasses. It turns brownish red in mid to late summer. Timely treatments are the most effective way to deal with crabgrass. Since this lawn problem germinates from seeds in spring it’s extremely important to apply the crabgrass control treatment before germination takes place.

*Lime Treatment: In order to have healthy soil that supports grass growth, it is important to maintain the appropriate pH (acidity) balance. Using lime treatment is often the best solution. Although some lawn experts recommend lime treatment before starting a lawn, applications on mature turf also have several benefits. However, in order for your lime treatment to be effective, you must have knowledge of your soil’s pH levels. Our experienced lawn services will analyze a soil sample before applying lime treatment to your grass. We make sure we get it done right.

*Surface Insect Control: Chinch bugs, sod webworms, cutworms and other surface insects usually strike in the summer. They are so small and usually buried in the lawn thatch; that’s why it so hard to spot them. Very often insect ridden grass looks dry and you might think it simply needs watering. Since your lawn is already stressed with the heat, drought-like conditions, weeds and traffic, the damage is greater. Weed-A-Way surface insect treatment means identifying your problems quickly and correctly, and then taking the appropriate control measures to eliminate the pests.

*Overseeding and Core Aeration: Core aeration makes your overseeding efforts worthwhile. By unplugging the soil in a methodical way, you can remove thatch and reduce soil compaction as well as increase success of weed, surface insect and lime treatments. But a significant benefit of core aeration with regard to overseeding is that it allows the nutrients to reach the seeds and roots faster. Our expert lawn services can handle your overseeding and core aeration requirements to ensure proper effectiveness.

Credentials & Financial Information

YEAR ESTABLISHED
1976
NUMBER OF EMPLOYEES
20
PAYMENT METHOD
Visa/Masercard, Online Banking
MEMBERSHIPS
BBB Acreditation
LIABILITY INSURANCE
Yes
WORKERS COMPENSATION
Yes
BONDED
No
WRITTEN CONTRACT PROVIDED
Yes

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