Chris Schneider

I’m Chris Schneider, owner of TurfGator and The Pest Guys, and I’ve spent more than 22 years in lawn care and pest control. I started my career with TruGreen in January 2000, where I was hired as a sales representative and promoted to sales manager after just eight months. In 2009, I left TruGreen, moved back to Illinois from Jackson, Mississippi, and bought a small company, which became the foundation of the business I run today. I hold an Illinois structural pest license, a turf and ornamental license, and additional required licensure, and I complete continuing education every year to stay current in the industry. Over the years, I’ve been trained in both warm-season and cool-season grasses, and I’ve completed several lawn installations. I’m proud to lead a service company that happens to provide lawn care and pest control, with a strong focus on both our customers and our employees. I grew up in Highland, Illinois, where I still live and remain active in my community. My family enjoys camping, golfing, and boating, and we’re also deeply involved in our church. I serve on the board of directors for Relevant Pregnancy Option Center, and I value being part of organizations that make a difference locally. For more than 17 years in business, and with 22 years of experience in lawn and pest control services, I’ve been fortunate to see our team grow and succeed. Our company has won the People’s Choice Award for best lawn care services in the St. Louis area for the past four years, and I was honored to be named Boss of the Year in 2010 by the Highland Woman’s Organization. What I enjoy most is seeing the great lawns our employees create and watching them build their own lives, buy homes, and raise families.

Armyworms lawn damage

Armyworms

Pest Control / March 22, 2023 /
They attack without notice, move in army formation from one host to the next, and damage plants very quickly. Armyworms are insects that exist every year, but occasionally cause a devastating infestation.   What are Armyworms? The Fall Armyworm is a caterpillar that is roughly 1.5-2 inches long. The armyworm travels in an army and [...]

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Fall Colors

Tree & Shrub Care / September 7, 2021 /

Every fall, the trees begin to change colors and turn beautiful shades of reds, oranges, yellows, and browns. This color change makes for beautiful scenery for a weekend drive. While many enjoy the masterpiece that Mother Nature has created, most do not know why this change occurs. How the Colors Change There is still quite

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Overseeding a lawn with a push spreader

Soil Amendments

Soil / March 22, 2023 /
Every lawn has nutrients below the surface that affect the appearance and life of the lawn. These nutrients need to be checked to determine any deficiencies or excess of certain nutrients or levels. Many believe that a problem within the soil chemistry doesn't exist when everything is looking good. However, it is recommended to have

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Soil type affects how grass is grown

Soil Type

Soil / March 22, 2023 /
Different areas across the United States, as well as across our area, have different soil types. Soil type affects how grass is grown, the type of watering practices to follow, as well other factors. To better understand the lawn, it is important to understand the soil beneath it. There are six different types of soil.

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