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Gtm Landscaping Inc
4.9(
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Serving Bear, DE and surrounding areas

In business since 1997

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Emergency services offered

"GTM was amazing to work with. GTM worked on a large project recreating our home's front steps and walkway. George and his entire staff were professional, diligent and a true pleasure to work with. They worked diligently and expeditiously. George was very responsive and communicated well as the project evolved. He always made sure everything was done to perfection. We would highly recommend using GTM for any hardscaping or landscaping projects."
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Biddle Landscaping
5.0(
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Serving Bear, DE and surrounding areas

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

The company’s success is due largely to the fact that we are able to serve our clients from the very beginning of a project through all phases of design, planning, construction and maintenance to insure the design vision is achieved and sustained.\nWe have over twenty years experience in all forms of landscaping and hardscaping. Customer service is our number one priority

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Sylca Inc
4.8(
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Serving Bear, DE and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

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Credit card accepted

"Juan, his son and the rest of the crew did a great job in repairing and installing a16 foot second wall with column to my patio. They also had to remove half of the pavers to re-level the patio and added pavers to fill-in the 3 feet of bed between the house and the patio on the left side of the steps. They were punctual and very professional. They laid down 4x8 plywood from my front driveway around the back of my house for heavier equipment to protect my grass. My wife and I could not be more pleased with the job that they did and plan to have them back next spring to add some lights to the other wall and columns as we really like the one's that they installed on the new wall."
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Fisher Property Maintenance LLC
New to Angi

Serving Bear, DE and surrounding areas

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Fisher Property Maintenance is a full service property maintenance company. We have been providing quality service to homeowners since 2006. We offer quality property maintenance at a competitive price. We offer a broad spectrum of property maintenance which can save you time and money by not having to contact multiple companies. Some of the services Fisher Property Maintenance offers are; Lawn, Tree, and Shrub fertilization and disease/pest control, Tree and shrub Pruning, Removal, and Planting. Lawn Mowing, Leaf and Branch Cleanup, Animal removal, Rodent and Insect Exterminating

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FAQs for lawn care aeration projects in Bear, DE

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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