Background & Staff
LakePro Inc. stands out as a leader in the industry and is one of the fastest growing companies in aquatics. LakePro Inc. is a professional family owned business that values and appreciates each customer. We strive to achieve results that exceed our clients expectations. LakePro Inc. stands behind all of our services. We provide prompt responses that resolve issues in a professional manner. At LakePro, Inc. we understand the importance of our clients! We employ only licensed applicators with significant experience. We are proud of the way they conduct themselves in a polite professional manner. We have specialized in aquatic nuisance control throughout Michigan for a combined 25 years.
We make ourselves available to all our clients. Whether it is returning phone calls in a prompt professional manner, or attending large association meetings, we understand the importance of bringing association members together. We find through member education, we can help focus the membership on the goals of the program. This usually results in a lower volume of member confrontations with board members. We encourage members to contact us directly. We post signs after each treatment stating what was done and any water use restrictions the residents should follow. This sign has our phone number and website on it. Many residents call us directly. We feel this is an excellent chance to interact with residents and educate them about the goals of the management program.
Our 2011 Services and Experiences include:
- Managing 150 Lakes (10 to 650 acres)
- Managing 250 Ponds (.1 to 9.99 acres)
- Nutrient Evaluation on Ponds and Lakes
- GPS Chart-plotting
- Lake Mapping (Bathymetric Mapping)/CAD
- Lake History Background and Filed Studies
- Collect and Submit Residue Water Sampling
- Watershed Studies
- Develop Long Term Management Programs
- Water Quality Studies and Evaluation
- Herbicide and Algaecide Applications
- Biological Control Studies/ Applications
- Alum Application and Study/Evaluations
- Consultant for Aquatic Vegetation Problems
- Management Consultant between Applicator and Customer
- Lake Restoration Programs
- Surveying and Lake Management Planning
- Lake Vegetation Mapping
- Fountain and Aeration Installation and Services
- Environmental Site Assesements
- Permit Application Preparation and Filing
Meet the 2011 Team
Philosophy & Pledge
The LakePro Difference
Personal, Prompt and Professional Results using a Variety of Customized solutions
LakePro, Inc. is determined to satisfy all our customer needs. Our Team is dedicated to providing effective result oriented aquatic plant management programs and environmental site assessment services. The LakePro Team provides personal and prompt solutions delivered in a professional manner. At LakePro, Inc. we understand the importance of our clients! LakePro, Inc. is pleased to offer a variety of customized management programs. Our treatment advice, reports and services are based on your priorities and the Michigan Law.
We Strive To Make A Difference, Continuously Improve, Adapt To Change And Help You Enjoy EveryDay!
License & Insurance
LakePro, Inc. is licensed with the Michigan Department Agriculture. Each employee working at LakePro, Inc. applying pesticides is individually licensed by the Michigan Department Agriculture each year. All chemical application work is done under strict guidelines set by the Environmental Protection Agency and the Michigan Department of Environmental Quality.
2011 Pesticide Application Business License
2011 Certificate of Liability, Pollution and Workers Compensation
2011 Business Auto Insurance
(Please call for a copy)
Organizational Involvement
LakePro, Inc. is a member, has been involved past or present and/or contributes to the following organizations. Please see list below:
- North American Lake and Management Society (2002-2011)
- Midwest Aquatic Plant Managers Association (MAPMS)(2001-2011)
- Michigan Better Business Bureau (2002-2011)
- Michigan Chamber of Commerce (2005-2011)
- Aquatic Eco Restoration Foundation (AERF) (2002-2011)
- Responsible Industry for Sound Environment (RISE) (2002-2011)
- Aquatic Plant Management Society (2003-2011)
- Michigan Lakes and Streams Association (2002-2011)
- Michigan Aquatic Manager Association (2001-2004) Past Member
- Michigan NALMS (2003-2011)
References
Upon request we can supply a list of references and waterbodies in your area. Here are a few lakes and ponds to Reference that may be in your area:
- Bannister
- Handy Lake
- Long Lake
- Lake Oakland
- Rush Lake
- Eight Point Lake
- Lake Orion
- Emerald Lakes
- Square Lake
- Horseshoe Lake
- Cranberry Lake
- Lakeville Lake
- Lake Lansing
- Pointe Rosa Canals
- Nautical Miles Marinas
- Aberdeens
- Arrowhead
- Bridge Pointe
- Commerce Meadows
- Crystal Lakes
- Deerrun Estates
- Golden Lakes
- Forest Lake
- Hawthorne
- Huntington
- Roma Valley
- Ru-Lane
- Silvercreeks
- Westwood Commons
In addition, please review a few of our testimonials below.
"You are truly professional in your work. You have enable us to use our waterbody again".
— M.J. Shelby Township
"After losing control of our lake we called LakePro, Inc. After meeting and discussing our situation LakePro, Inc. provided a proposal that substantially beat what we were paying in chemical costs alone without any labor. LakePro, Inc.'s lake management expertise has turned our lake back into a beautiful place to live."
— P. Lancaster Livingston County
"Thanks LakePro, Inc. The ponds were 100% clean and our water clarity was much better. The algae was minimized and we didn't have to waste endless man hours raking our ponds. "
— M. Grant Ann Arbor, MI
"In 2002 we began working with LakePro, Inc. (LP). Paul Dominick attended one of our Lake Association meetings and explained how a lake management plan can help. Paul provided us with a plan to remedy the situation. The condition of our lake today is an example of the results that can be achieved with working with professionals."
— MK. Jefferson St. Clair, MI
Job Opportunities
We encourage you to consider a career or summer time job with LakePro, Inc.
We have two Job Opportunities available at this time. Click on a job position below to learn more about that position. Only linked positions are currently available.
| 04-01-2011 | Location | Aquatic Field Applicator |
| 04-01-2011 | Location | Aquatic Field Specialist |
You may submit your resume directly to LakePro, Inc. at the following address below or call, e-mail, and facsimiles):
- LakePro Corporation
- Attn: Paul Dominick (Job ID #,)
- 9353 Hill Road
- Swartz Creek, MI 48473
- (810) 635-4400
- (810) 635-4404 Fax
- pauldominick@comcast.net
FAQ
How far will LakePro, Inc. travel to manage a water-body?
LakePro, Inc. services lakes and ponds throughout Southeastern and Mid Michigan.Counties covered in Michigan: Bay, Barry, Clare, Clinton, Eaton, Genesee, Gratiot, Ingham, Ionia, Isabella, Jackson, Kent, Lapeer, Livingston, Macomb, Midland, Montcalm, Muskegon, Oakland, Ottawa, Saginaw, Shiawassee, St. Clair, Washtenaw, and Wayne. In addition, we will travel up to 200 miles to manage any lake over 150 surface acres.
What kind of professional equipment does LakePro, Inc. use?
LakePro, Inc. operates state-of-the-art Carolina-Skiff Fiberglass Boats with 15 to 40 HP Outboard Motors that ranging from 12' to 18', all integrated with pressurized Honda Pump Spray and Spreading Systems.
How often does LakePro, Inc. have to treat a water-body?
Every water-body is different, treatments are based on evaluation and analysis of the lake, how the lake was previously managed, customer data and input and what are the objectives for the future. Once all information is acquired, a management plan will be proposed and completed to reach the target results. Most LakePro, Inc. customers have a seasonal treatment program.
The customer and LakePro, Inc. agree on the number of treatments, which are evenly spread from April through September. Depending on the number of treatments, your water body can receive treatments weekly or just one time in the season. Along with our contract, LakePro, Inc. also provides a "Contract Breakdown" that provides approximate dates of your treatments. However, weather conditions throughout the summer can lead to excessive algal blooms, in which case LakePro, Inc. will treat your water body as necessary and readjust your remaining schedule.
Who monitors LakePro, Inc. in the State of Michigan?
We are licensed by the Michigan Department of Agriculture. Permits are required to chemically control nuisance aquatic plants, algae, and swimmer's itch. The Program staff that regulates the use of pesticides through the permit process in the State of Michigan and any service companies such as LakePro, Inc. is The DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY LAND AND WATER MANAGEMENT DIVISION INLAND LAKES AND WETLANDS UNIT AQUATIC NUISANCE CONTROL (MDEQ).
Department of Environmental Quality
When can we start treatments?
In order to begin treatments, LakePro, Inc. must have a signed contract and a Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) Permit. Generally, LakePro receives an approved permit in about 4-6 weeks. The DEQ permit allows LakePro, Inc. to apply pesticides from April 1st through October 30th. Once the contract and permit are both received, LakePro can begin treatments immediately. It is beneficial to secure your contract and permit in the non-treatment months, so LakePro can begin treatments immediately in the spring. Also, not all water bodies need a permit, so please contact us to discuss your unique water body.
What will happen if I water my lawn with recently treated water?
If you used treated water on your lawn the risk for damage is minimal. The highest risk is to newly planted flowers, vegetable gardens, and other delicate plants. If after using treated water you see any damage (i.e. spotting, wilting, browning), we recommend rinsing off the plants with water from your house (garden hose). Established turf grass is hardy, in 11 plus years of treatment we have never seen a lawn, established trees, bushes, or even established flowers significantly damaged by newly treated water.
Are any of these products harmful to people or wildlife?
The federal label for all aquatic pesticide products used in Michigan currently have no swimming restriction on them. Extensive testing indicaes that a swimmer will not come into contact long enough or at a dose large enough to cause adverse affects. That means, according to the federal label, one could enter the water just after a aquatic herbicide was applied without adverse effect.
The yellow signs we post list a swimming restriction of 24 hours. This is a MDNRE requirement. The true purpose of the 24 hour swimming restriction is so that the newly applied herbicide has enough contact time with the plant to be effective. Swimming and other recreational activity tends to stir up lake bottom sediments thus reducing herbicide effectiveness.
If you unknowingly enter a water-body within 24 hours of treatment, as an added safety measure, we recommend taking a warm shower for about 10 minutes; this will insure any dermal contact is neutralized.
Extensive studies have been done to insure that the products we use offer optimum safety. Please use this link to learn more: http://www.btny.purdue.edu/aquatic/.
How long does it take for the plants to be controlled?
All herbicides tend to effect plants within different time frames. Some herbicides can act within a few days, though these tend to affect the stem and leaves meaning re-growth can occur within 6-8 weeks. Other herbicides can take from 2 weeks to 10 weeks to have total effect. The exchange for the longer effect time is longer control of the plant, anywhere from a whole season, to multiple seasons of control.
How long will it take for these plants to re-grow?
The type of plant and the method of control determine how quickly plant re-growth can be observed. Typically we plan on 1-2 weed treatment cycles per season. Algae tend to grow before aquatic plants, so multiple treatments OR MORE may be required.
