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Clarke Painting, Inc.
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Serving Bustins-island, ME and surrounding areas

In business since 2005

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"<p>After messaging via Angie's list, Scott, one of the owners messaged back.  We were able to meet one week later for an estimate.  He was on time.  He was very thorough, prepared, polite and professional.  He emailed me back a proposal within 3 days and we were able to start the work within 5 days.  We were not in a hurry but the season allows for them to do smaller indoor jobs sooner than later.</p> <p>The painters arrived as scheduled and worked diligently and non-obtrusively while we were home (short periods).  I was home ill day 2 and they were quiet. At the end of the day, things were picked up and out of the way.   The quality of the work was excellent and we are very pleased with the end result.  The total time was 4 days.</p> <p>We bought our own paint and based on recommendations, we purchased more paint then necessary.  We understand that they didn't want to run out and wanted to make sure that colors matched should we have run out  but I am disappointed that we now have 2 gallons of unopened paint.</p> <p>We might have the exterior of the house painted in the fall and will definitely plan to ask for an estimate from Clarke Painting with  a preference towards them.</p> <br />"
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Maritime Farms and Land Management
New to Angi

Serving Bustins-island, ME and surrounding areas

In business since 2014

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Warranties offered

We at Maritime Farms and Land Management strive for professional, high quality landscaping and property management services while maintaining quality relationships with the community. We work with both residential and commercial clients in the Greater Portland area and offer a wide range of landscaping services including general facilities grounds maintenance, mowing, seasonal cleanups, and snow plowing & removal.

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2nd Home Management
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Serving Bustins-island, ME and surrounding areas

In business since 2014

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We offer multiple home care and maintenance services. Our specialty is offering second home management solutions to rental property owners, vacation rental home owners and their temporary tenants on vacation.

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FAQs for lawn care aeration projects in Bustins-island, ME

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.

The Bustins-island, ME homeowners’ guide to lawn care aerations

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