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TruGreen
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Lawn Care - Aerate a Lawn

Serving Alton, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 1974

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I'd used TruGreen in the past is why I chose them for my lawn care. I was originally set up on 4-6 week intervals to accomodate my financial needs. Everything was going as planned until I got a fertilization/weed control treatment & aeration in Sep within a week apart. I didn't realize what happened until I received the bill and contacted them to report a duplicated charge. I was told one of the charges included an aeration treatment and was a one time application indicated in the contract. This was not my understanding and must have been in very small print I could not read. When first asked about doing aeration, it was agreed to revisit in the fall. I was not asked, told or suggested this was being done so I got hit with that bill. Customer Service Rep was useless. Her resolution was to send someone out when I mentioned the service was incomplete since the gate was locked and the technician did not have access to my yard."
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yardman enterprises llc
New to Angi
Lawn Care - Aerate a Lawn

Serving Alton, IL and surrounding areas

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Providing Top Notch lawn care needs from basic mowing, trimming, edging , to gutter cleaning, shrub removal, bush trim, mulch and tarp, small tree trim & removal, as well as fertilizing. Prideful in my ability to produce excellent results when called upon . Knowledgable Understanding and Respectful, I aim to deliver the best service that I can .

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Antonio Mandujano
New to Angi
Lawn Care - Aerate a Lawn

Serving Alton, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

We're a local lawn care company dedicated to keeping your yard looking its best. From mowing and edging to seasonal cleanups, we deliver reliable, professional service that makes your life easier—and your property stand out.\n• lawn mowing and edging \n• leaf removal \n• yard cleanup \n•shrubs trimming \n• seasonal maintenance services

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Pioneer Landscapes
New to Angi
Lawn Care - Aerate a Lawn

Serving Alton, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

Offers commercial services

Hi everyone! My name is Reid Erickson, and I recently moved from Minnesota to the St. Louis area to play lacrosse and attend Missouri Baptist University. I’m currently looking for landscaping opportunities to help pay for my college tuition. I have two years of landscaping experience and plenty of hands-on experience in the field. If you or someone you know needs landscaping work done, I’d love the opportunity to help! Feel free to contact me for a free estimate. I appreciate any support, referrals, or opportunities. Thank you!

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Green Thumb Lawncare N' Landscape, LLC
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Lawn Care - Aerate a Lawn

Serving Alton, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"It was okay. I didn't see the people. They came, did their work and left. I wanted aerating and over-seeding. I don't know if they had gotten a big response for their advertised price but I felt they came out kind of late and they didn't leave much time for grass to grow in the fall. Actually, I was a little disappointed in how long for them to come out. It was actually later towards the end of October before they actually got here, maybe the second week of October. They were good. There wasn't any additional cost. The price was really good that's why I scheduled the service with them."
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FAQs for lawn care aeration projects in Alton, IL

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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