Business Details
29 Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Lawn Care & Pest Control Solutions
Founded in 1997, The Turf Doctor has established itself as Maine's premier provider of lawn care and pest control solutions. With over 100 years of combined experience among our team, we specialize in delivering customized treatments that prioritize both effectiveness and environmental responsibility. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our satisfaction guarantee, ensuring every client receives tailored services that meet their unique needs. We pride ourselves on using advanced techniques, including organic-based fertilizers and EPA-approved pest control products, while maintaining a deep understanding of Maine's specific landscaping challenges.As a locally-owned business, we combine regional expertise with a dedication to continuous innovation, serving both residential and commercial clients across eight counties. Our leadership team brings decades of industry-specific knowledge, including certified applicators with specialized expertise in turf management and vegetation control.
Services
Lawn Care
Mosquito Control
Tick Control
Vegetation Management
Structural Pest Control
Holiday Lighting
Organic Treatments
Grub Prevention
Weed Control
Lawn Renovation
Details
- Year established: 1997
Highlights and features
- Over 100 years of combined lawn care and pest control experience
- Certified Master Applicators with specialized industry expertise
- Satisfaction guarantee on all services performed
- Customized treatment plans tailored to Maine's climate
- Locally-owned with deep regional knowledge and community ties
What people say
Amazing service
Responsive team
Happy with mosquito control
Professional technicians
Effective treatments
Services
Lawn Care
Our comprehensive lawn care programs deliver customized solutions for achieving healthy, vibrant turf. Using organic-based fertilizers and targeted treatments, we address weed control, insect infestations, and soil health through seasonal applications. With five specialized packages including Platinum and Organic+RX options, our services feature liquid aeration, pH testing, and preventative grub protection while accommodating families with children and pets through reduced-chemical approaches.
Mosquito Control
Professional mosquito control services create protected outdoor environments through perimeter treatments and targeted applications. Our technicians use both conventional and all-natural cedar oil-based solutions that provide 12-21 days of protection. The program includes property-wide coverage of landscape beds, shrubs, and hard-to-reach areas where mosquitoes rest, with flexible scheduling for monthly maintenance or special occasion treatments.
Tick Control
Tick management programs target high-risk areas around properties using EPA-approved sprays and organic alternatives. Our two-pronged approach combines perimeter treatments with focused applications on brush piles and stone walls where ticks thrive. Certified technicians perform thorough inspections and guarantee tick-free results, offering both immediate reduction treatments and seasonal protection plans to safeguard Maine properties against disease-carrying pests.
Vegetation Management
Commercial and residential vegetation management programs eliminate unwanted plant growth through targeted herbicide applications. Our specialists handle invasive species in challenging locations like pavement cracks, athletic fields, and rip rap ditches. The service includes identification and removal of hazardous plants like poison ivy while maintaining aesthetic landscaping standards through regular maintenance cycles tailored to property-specific needs.
Structural Pest Control
Quarterly pest control plans protect homes and businesses from common Maine invaders including rodents, carpenter ants, and stinging insects. Our certified technicians implement customized treatment strategies featuring equipment warranties and free return visits. The service covers identification, elimination, and prevention of pests through interior and exterior applications while offering specialized add-on treatments for specific infestations like fleas or termites.
People
Aaron Dostie
Branch Manager
With 25+ years in turf management, Aaron holds a Biology degree and Maine Master Applicator certification across four categories. He oversees technical operations while balancing family life in Sidney with outdoor recreational activities.
Peter McDonald
Branch Manager
A 30-year turf industry veteran, Peter combines business management education with practical experience managing golf courses and athletic fields. Certified Master Applicator who enjoys coaching youth sports in Belgrade.
Questions
What areas of Maine do you service?
We serve Kennebec, Cumberland, York, Androscoggin, Knox, Sagadahoc, Lincoln, and Waldo Counties with expanding coverage based on customer needs.
Do you offer organic treatment options?
Yes, our Organic+RX package uses 100% organic fertilizers with no controlled products, while our Platinum program combines one pesticide application with organic treatments.
What pest control services do you provide?
We handle rodents, carpenter ants, cockroaches, spiders, and stinging insects with quarterly maintenance plans that include equipment warranties and free return visits.
How do your lawn care packages differ?
Our packages range from basic maintenance to premium organic solutions, with the Platinum program offering 5 fertilizer treatments, weed control, and preventative grub protection.
Do you guarantee your services?
We offer a no-nonsense satisfaction guarantee - if you're not 100% satisfied, we'll make it right with free service calls and adjustments.
Can you help with commercial vegetation management?
Yes, we provide cost-effective solutions for commercial properties including pavement crack maintenance, athletic field upkeep, and airport vegetation control.
