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Frog Landscape Services
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Serving Alexandria, VA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I have a small lawn but they came the same day to help clean it up for a mow. It was much appreciated and they did a great job with almost no instruction."
Response time5 hrs
Response rate98%
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Midway Landscaping
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Serving Alexandria, VA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Great work at an affordable price. The part of the lawn they reseeded grew. The part of the lawn I reseeded did not."
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Response time1 day
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Recommended by77%of homeowners
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Villalta’s Lawn Services
4.8(
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Serving Alexandria, VA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2014

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Customers say: Quick response

"pays close attention to details, reliable. our lawn looks great, better than the previous, large company that we had for years but quality fell off."
Response time5 hrs
Response rate88%
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Landscaping and Lawn Services
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Serving Alexandria, VA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

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Offers commercial services

At Landscaping and Lawn Services we pride ourselves on being the best Landscaping company in the Arlington area. We've built an excellent reputation for customer satisfaction by providing quick estimates, a great attention to detail, and competitive pricing. Being a screened and approved professional gives you the peace of mind you need to allow us to give your home the attention it deserves. Call us today and let's get started!

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+4

Response time4 hrs
Response rate95%
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Xtra Care Landscaping & Design INC
4.7(
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Serving Alexandria, VA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1995

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Excellent job. The price quoted was very competitive. The communication with the firm was efficient. They provided a walk through at the end of the project to make sure the client was happy. They planted grass seed in the area where the digging out had to be done and this has grown in well. They did a much better job on the seeding than my lawn care company do!"
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Response time1 day
Response rate90%
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Iron Will Landscaping
5.0(
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Serving Alexandria, VA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Ben was fantastic to work with. He contacted me promptly and came exactly when he said he would. He made great recommendations to improve the overall health of our lawn, which we implemented to excellent results. Highly recommended."
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FAQs for lawn care aeration projects in Alexandria, VA

Aeration is the best way to keep your lawn healthy and vibrant. Annual aeration makes your lawn more breathable and helps nutrients reach the roots, improving water absorption and reducing puddles where pests might breed. However, timing matters. It's best to avoid aerating during droughts, extreme heat, or if your lawn is battling weeds. A local pro can help you determine the ideal time for your yard.

Most lawns benefit from annual aeration to keep them healthy and thriving. If your lawn has a lot of thatch buildup—more than half an inch—you might need to aerate twice a year for a couple of years to get it under control. But if your soil isn't compacted and there's minimal thatch, you might be able to skip a year.

When you hire a professional lawn care company, a standard 10,000-square-foot lawn takes about 30 minutes to aerate. Uneven, sloped, or especially large lawns can take significantly more time. So, depending on your lawn's size and condition, the process can take anywhere from half an hour to several hours.

The best time to aerate your lawn is during the spring or fall when your grass is actively growing and the soil has enough moisture. Aerating once in the spring and once in the fall yields the best results. Avoid aerating when your lawn is dormant or right after heavy rain when the soil is too wet—that can make aeration less effective.

Even if your lawn looks healthy, aeration can still be beneficial. If you have good growth, proper drainage, and little thatch, you might not need to aerate right away. Regular aeration helps water and nutrients reach the roots, keeping your lawn strong over time. Keep an eye on your lawn's condition to decide when it might need aeration.

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