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TruGreen
3.1(
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Serving Amherst, MA 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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Mountain lawn and snow LLC
5.0(
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Serving Amherst, MA and surrounding areas

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Small jobs welcome

Credit card accepted

"I hired this company to mow a newly seeded, lawn that had grown to various different lengths. I also needed some weed whacking done on a difficult stonewall. They came the very next morning and did a highly professional job. Everything was trimmed, dead leaves from a dogwood tree that scattered the lawn and driveway were all picked up, even a pile of weeds that I had made previously. They are fast, efficient, polite, and very reasonable in price. I highly recommend them."
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Green Leaf Landscaping
New to Angi

Serving Amherst, MA and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

I have nearly 10 years of experience in landscaping services, holding a bachelor's degree in agriculture with a specialty in horticulture. I strive to provide the highest quality service to my customers. I am always open to discussing their needs and preferences, ensuring that I deliver cost-effective solutions tailored to their requirements.

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Divine Edges Landscaping
New to Angi

Serving Amherst, MA and surrounding areas

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Hello, my name is Karlos Rivera, owner of Divine Edges Landscaping. We provide reliable lawn care services with a focus on professional mowing and general yard maintenance for residential and commercial properties.\n\nWe take pride in delivering consistent, clean results with attention to detail. Our goal is to keep your lawn looking neat, healthy, and well-maintained throughout the season.\n\nWe value punctuality, clear communication, and quality work on every visit. Each property is treated with care, and we make sure the job is done right from start to finish.\n\nCustomer satisfaction is important to us, and we aim to build long-term relationships through dependable service you can trust.\n\nThank you for considering Divine Edges Landscaping. We look forward to serving you.

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Ethan's Eden Landscape and Design, LLC
4.8(
78
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Serving Amherst, MA and surrounding areas

In business since 1995

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"We have worked with Ethan on several projects. He installed new trees and shrubs along the front of our house a couple years ago and along the side this past year. He trims the shrubs for us each spring and winterizes each fall; he also does our lawn care. He is thoughtful in his planning and his work is beautiful - we couldn't be happier with the results. Ethan is reliable, responsive, and follows up on his work. His prices were a little higher than other companies, but the quality of his work and service are well worth it. We highly recommend Ethan for anyone's landscaping needs!"
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Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Trimming Edge Lawn Care
5.0(
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Serving Amherst, MA and surrounding areas

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Lawn Mowing, Weed Whacking, Yard Clean up in the spring and fall. Commercial and residential services. We also Trim Brush and Small Bushes. We Clean Leaves in the spring from the yard and shrubs.

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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C. Valley Landscaping
4.0(
39
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Serving Amherst, MA and surrounding areas

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Eric and his crew came exactly when scheduled. His equipment was top of the line (perforation of lawn, hydro-turf machine). His price was very reasonable. He did not charge me for replacing three irrigation nozzles that had not beed working for weeks. Good sense of humor. Eager to answer all of my questions. Great experience"
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FAQs for lawn care aeration projects in Amherst, MA

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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