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Lawndromat Professional Services
4.9(
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Serving Boston, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2014

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"The service is always exceeding expectation. We've been using Lawndromat for years now. If you want professionalism, amazing work done, and reliability, then I highly recommend Lawndromat! "
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Response time1 day
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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AML Landscaping
4.8(
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Serving Boston, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2018

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

Response time6 hrs
Response rate92%
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
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HM PRO LANDSCAPING INC
4.7(
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Serving Boston, MA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They have also provided a range of services for us including: power washing; gutter cleaning; tree work; lawn aerating, seeding and fertilizing; snow plowing. Very satisfied with the level of service, promptness and clean-up. Would highly recommend."
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Response time1 day
Response rate91%
46 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Sunday Landscaping
4.8(
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Serving Boston, MA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Dave arrived on time, is personable, communicates well and operates efficiently. I used him to aerate our lawn. When he found out that we had some dead lawn he went over the lawn twice. At the same time he over seeded the lawn. He uses the type of aerator that pops a piece of soil out of the ground and this is the best method. His price appeared to be high but I didn’t give him a lower rating because I didn’t get a competitor”s price for comparison and his equipment is expensive."
Response time7 hrs
Response rate95%
22 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Services & More LLC
5.0(
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Serving Boston, MA and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Adam called me immediately and met me that same day. I hired the company and they cut my grass that same day. They used a ride on mower and my land is uneven so some areas were shorter than others. Two days later they spread 10 yards of hemlock mulch and recut some areas of my grass with push mower. They will use a push mower in the future. My yard now looks beautifully landscaped. Communication is definately key with this company. They aim to please!!"
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J.M. Vanaria Landscape Services
5.0(
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Serving Boston, MA and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"My lawn has never looked better. Couple that with the fact that Jimmy, the owner, is an extremely professional young man - I couldn’t recommend their Lawn Care services more! "
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Ruiz Landscaping
4.4(
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Serving Boston, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2017

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I am a regular customer of this company. The do my spring cleanup, fall cleanup, trim, mulching, and lawn maintenance. I am always amazed at how great the yard looks after they are done. They keep the edges sharp and provide the little extras that other companies do not. They show up on time, are professional and thorough. If you want a great looking yard for a reasonable price, hire this company. Their work is excellent."
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+6

Response time1 day
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by84%of homeowners
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D Zacarias Landscape & Masonry
4.9(
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Serving Boston, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2017

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Diego is a great contractor and he and his team did a wonderful job of beautifying our yard at a very fair price. They were careful and considerate, responsive to questions, and very detail-oriented and thorough. I plan to hire them in the future for all our landscaping needs."
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+8

Response time3 days
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for lawn care aeration projects in Boston, 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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