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Avatar for Green Lawn Fertilizing, Inc
Green Lawn Fertilizing, Inc
4.6(
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Serving Basking Ridge, NJ and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Green Lawn Fertilizing Company (Matt Jesson) is by far the best value, complete satisfaction service, and positive result lawn care service in the industry. Any commercial or residential owner should look no further than Green Lawn! Leigh Taylor / Trustee Chairman Springfield Baptist Church Springfield, PA"
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+39

Response time1 day
496 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by69%of homeowners
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Sage Landscape Contractors & Tree Service
4.8(
26
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Serving Basking Ridge, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 1994

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Sage Landscape Contractors is a full service landscape construction and tree service company serving Central New Jersey for over 40 years. With over 40 years of experience and 20,000+ happy customers across New Jersey, we bring beautiful outdoor spaces to life. From expert landscaping to custom hardscaping, we create yards that feel like home, functional, lasting, and made for your moments. Additional DBAs - Sage Landscape Contractors Inc, Sage Landscaping, Sage Landscape Contractors & Tree Experts.

Tree Trimming
Sage Expert Tree Service
Tree Trimming
Tree Trimming
Tree Trimming

+19

Response time1 day
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by86%of homeowners
Fenix Landscaping, LLC
4.7(
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Serving Basking Ridge, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 2005

Free estimates

Customers say: Quality work

As experts in residential lawn care and ground maintenance, Fenix Landscaping, will exceed your expectations. With 11 years of experience manicuring lawns and power washing exterior surfaces, we understand the value of quality, professionalism and responsiveness. We offer competitive pricing and look forward to serving you. Thank you!

Response time2 hrs
Recommended by94%of homeowners
Y's Landscaping
4.7(
28
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Serving Basking Ridge, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 2013

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Yuriy and his crew were hired to clean out our lawn. They are fast and efficient. Completed job earlier than I expected. Good quality, too! I would love to hire them again for the same job and other lawn related services that I don't need now, but might in the future."
Response time12 hrs
70 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Villani Landscape
4.9(
17
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Serving Basking Ridge, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

We have the experience and we are committed to providing quality workmanship and superior customer service on all our applications. We at Villani Landscape strive to maintain our reputation as a high quality, very service oriented company with our main focus being customer satisfaction.

Lawn care
Lawn care
Lawn care
Lawn care
Lawn care

+35

Response time1 day
70 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by75%of homeowners
Plant Solutions Tree and Lawn Care, LLC
4.0(
26
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Serving Basking Ridge, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I wanted to wait a few months to see how they were compared to my last service vendor. They are much better than what I had! I have a specialist that is responsive and attentive. Also, he is dedicated and is the one that typically handles the actual lawn treatments. So far, I'm glad I switched."
 Davis Backyard
Summit Green Fest
Saddle River School
Plant Health Care Trucks
Short Hills

+44

10 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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GEO A LANDSCAPING LLC
5.0(
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Serving Basking Ridge, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all\naspects of our business. We offer a variety of lawn care and landscaping services that are customizable to each individual property. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction!

LANDSCAPING/HARDSCAPING
new Walkway
old walkway removal
Walkway
pressure washing/landscaping

+11

Response time4 hrs
Response rate99%
20 neighbors recently requested a quote
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FAQs for lawn care aeration projects in Basking Ridge, NJ

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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