A local seasonal calendar
Spring cleanup and overseeding land best in April once the ground firms up. Core aeration works in either spring or early fall, and fall is the stronger window locally. Final leaf cleanup usually runs through the first half of November.
What a maintenance contract should say
Clarify cut frequency, whether clippings are bagged, edging and trimming, and how weather delays are handled. Fertilizer and weed programs are normally quoted separately and must comply with Ontario's cosmetic pesticide rules.
Snow removal
Most local operators offer either a seasonal flat rate or per-visit pricing with a trigger depth. Seasonal contracts fill up by late October in St. Thomas, so booking early matters more than negotiating hard.
Most St. Thomas homeowners get the best results by shortlisting two or three local businesses, comparing written quotes, and confirming licensing and insurance before any work starts.