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Clean Green Lawnscape, Inc.
4.8(
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Serving Atlanta, GA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1992

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Chuck came out quickly, his team got to work within two days of agreeing to work with us, and they did a great job! My initial job scope and budget was pretty low, but the team worked with what I was looking for, even going above and beyond in a few areas, and I'm planning to do more work with them in the near future! "
Response time50 mins
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Recommended by94%of homeowners
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C & C Lawncare
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Serving Atlanta, GA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2004

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Great experience. Chris is super professional and very responsive. He is very knowledgeable about his craft and his prices super reasonable. I am so glad I found this company and look forward to using their services for future lawn care projects. I used them to trim my shrubs and a trees and was so satisfied with the quality of work I received that I will be using them for larger lawn projects as well."
Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Indacut Lawn Service
4.6(
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Serving Atlanta, GA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2019

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Did not show on the original day scheduled. Showed up after 7pm the following day. No edging of driveway or any curbing, completely skipped a large portion of the grass near the road and on the side of the lawn. Made his own arbitrary line to just stop and not cut what is visibly my lawn. Not worth my 100$ first mow payment"
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Arbor-Nomics Turf, Inc.
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Serving Atlanta, GA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1980

Free estimates

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Arbor-Nomics, founded in 1980 by Dick Bare in Norcross, Georgia, has evolved from a specialized tree and shrub care company into a premier lawn care service provider in the Metro Atlanta area. The company offers a comprehensive range of services, including lawn fertilization and weed control, lawn fungal disease treatment, fire ant control, ornamental tree and shrub care, armyworm and grub prevention, mosquito control, flea and tick control, fall aeration and overseeding, and outdoor pest control. Arbor-Nomics has been recognized with multiple awards, such as five consecutive Best of Gwinnett® wins and Angie's List "Super Service Award" for 2019.

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BluCollar Lawn Care, LLC
4.9(
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Serving Atlanta, GA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2015

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Mike the owner was extremely knowledgeable and very friendly. He clearly takes pride in his work. Showed up on time for the quote and on time for the project. Did a great job."
Response time2 days
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TruGreen
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Serving Atlanta, GA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1974

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"The pro has been servicing our Mclean property quite well for a couple of years. Our lawn looks good and we are satisfied with the service. The customer service is sometimes underwhelming but it gets the job done at a reasonable cost which is really becoming harder by the day to get."
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FAQs for lawn care aeration projects in Atlanta, GA

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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