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Xtra Care Landscaping & Design INC
4.8(
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Serving Alexandria, VA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1995

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Warranties offered

"Wonderful experience with Xtra Care. I live in a DC rowhouse and needed underdeck landscaping work to control the drainage/mosquito problems. Xtra Care was very attentive to cost and suitability needs, adjusting plans multiple times until we had exactly what we needed. During construction, additional work was identified as necessary and Xtra Care did so with professionalism. I am very happy with the work and even happier that my mosquito problem has been eliminated. I would highly recommend Xtra Care for work in the DC metro area."
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+30

Response time1 day
Response rate90%
21 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Ricky's Landscaping Services
4.8(
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Serving Alexandria, VA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2012

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Ricky was extremely responsive and was able to mow my lawn same-day as the consultation. I have happily set up a recurring lawn mowing service with this company."
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Response time1 day
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Landscaping and Lawn Services
5.0(
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Serving Alexandria, VA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"The landscaping service was excellent. The team arrived on time, used quality materials, and transformed my garden into a beautiful space. I am very satisfied with the results and would recommend them without hesitation."
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+4

Response time4 hrs
Response rate95%
13 neighbors recently requested a quote
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JP Landscaping Inc
5.0(
22
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Serving Alexandria, VA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2008

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Showed up on-time and did an outstanding job. Definitely recommend for everyone who needs a professional service done. Thanks again!"
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+59

Response time12 hrs
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Midway Landscaping
5.0(
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Serving Alexandria, VA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Midway Landscaping was great. They came out with very short notice and removed all our leaves and there were a lot! They did it very quickly & efficiently. We will hire them again for other lawn services for sure."
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+19

Response time1 day
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Blades of Green Lawn Virginia
4.6(
44
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Serving Alexandria, VA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1989

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"I have extensive damage to my lawn due to moles, so I needed to have the whole lawn reseeded. I decided to have the lawn aerated with their two direction aerator and then seeded. They said your lawn would be thick come spring time and would have very few if any weeds. They were right, grass even grew in shaded areas that would never take shade seed. They left you with a small bag of sun seed and small bag of shade seed to touch up any areas that need some attention. Very happy with the results. I used a little of the shade seed in the spring and that was all."
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+22

Response time2 days
Recommended by81%of homeowners
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Enriquez Remodeling & Landscaping
5.0(
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Serving Alexandria, VA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2021

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Warranties offered

"I had searched for landscapers who dealt with small jobs such as trimming bushes because I had limited funds. Mr. Enriquez from Enriquez Remodeling and Landscaping was quick to respond to my request and made an appointment to see me the next day. He was courteous, respectful and professional. I showed him a few of the bushes that required trimming, however, he offered to trim all the bushes on the property at a very reasonable price stating that he wanted to get the job done right and had worked within my budget. I explained I needed the bushes trimmed first because my husband and I had planned on weeding and mulching the bush in a small area in the front after they finished their work. He quoted me a reasonable price that included both the weeding and mulching that we could not refuse. The crew was top notch. We were impressed with the work they had done. They did an excellent job cleaning up when the job was finished. The bushes were professionally trimmed and provided a beautifully appearance to my front yard. They did a beautiful job on the entire landscaping project and went above and beyond my expectations. They had revived my front lawn. Somehow they could determine where the old areas were mulched before and create a better shape than the original. We are extremely pleased and satisfied with their work. Our yard had not looked so great."
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+3

Response time1 day
17 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Greenland Lawn and Landscape, LLC
4.8(
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Serving Alexandria, VA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2004

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Emergency services offered

"I asked Greenland Lawn to kill the weeds in my lawn as well as aerate and overseed. Everything was done professionally and with quality from beginning to end. Would definitely recommend these guys!"
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Response time4 hrs
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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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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