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Sunblest Lawn Care
4.9(
313
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Lawn Care - Aerate a Lawn

Serving Carmel, IN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I love Sunblest! They are constantly working to improve their website and experience for their customers digitally. But the most important part is that your lawn will look AMAZING and their service is super nice and easy to work with. I picked which of my neighbors had the best lawn and waited for their next treatment tag to figure out who did their lawn care... and it was Sunblest! The rest is history."
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Response time6 days
Response rate100%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Stavros Lawn Service
4.7(
482
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Lawn Care - Aerate a Lawn

Serving Carmel, IN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1985

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We had a "trouble" yard - had a tree removed in our front yard and a large area in our backyard that would not grow grass despite our best efforts. Had Steve and the Stavros team come out. They placed a straw mat with new soil and their patented fescue seed. We had new a thick lawn in about 3 weeks. Work was timely and Steve is very professional. Would highly recommend."
Response time2 days
Response rate100%
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
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AAA Indy Landscaping
4.5(
173
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Lawn Care - Aerate a Lawn

Serving Carmel, IN and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1988

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Richard and his crew came out on the day and time agreed, to provide leaf removal. He and his workers were very personable and not one leaf was left on the lawn. Great service. I highly recommend!"
Install New Patio and Firepit
Install New Patio and Firepit
Install New Patio and Firepit
Install New Patio and Firepit
Install New Patio and Firepit

+8

Response time3 days
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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GROUNDS QUALITY LAWN CARE
4.6(
29
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Lawn Care - Aerate a Lawn

Serving Carmel, IN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Extremely well. The owner and his employees were considerate and always concerned with our property and that of our neighbor. In a relatively small space  their creative ideas and use of colors and patterns turned an eyesore into a place we can enjoy and share with family and friends. The project was completed in four days and a pool that was in close proximity was as pristine as the day the project started. The work is hard and tedious and we greatly appreciate their patience in answering our questions and keeping us informed on their progress, and what was coming next. Good folks, fun to be around. It took us a while to find Grounds
Quality Lawn Care and it was worth the wait.
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Mulch and Plants
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+45

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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HV Landscaping, LLC
4.7(
111
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Lawn Care - Aerate a Lawn

Serving Carmel, IN and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Hector and team removed a dead tree, removed two old and planted three new bushes, and trimmed several yew bushes. Also, they aerated the lawn. They did a very good job. Hector himself had impressive attention to detail and took pride and patience in sculpting the yews, which look great."
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+27

Response time12 hrs
49 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Fine Touch Services
4.2(
25
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Lawn Care - Aerate a Lawn

Serving Carmel, IN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Jake and his team trimmed bushes, did a spring clean up around the yard and put down mulch. Jake is very good at communicating with the customer as far as next steps and progress. They did a great job and I look forward to working with Fine Touch Services in the future."
Lawn in Canal Place, Fishers
Lawn Mowing Completion
Canal Place, Fishers
Complete Landscape Work
Putting Green Install

+60

Response time3 hrs
Recommended by71%of homeowners
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IronEdge Landscaping & Lawncare
5.0(
6
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Lawn Care - Aerate a Lawn

Serving Carmel, IN and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

\n\nIronEdge Landscaping & Lawncare is a growing outdoor services company built around hard work, quality craftsmanship, and a commitment to serving customers with excellence. Founded with the goal of creating a reliable and professional landscaping company, IronEdge focuses on transforming outdoor spaces while building long-term relationships with homeowners and clients.\n\nThe company provides a variety of landscaping services, including lawn care, planting, shrub installation, landscape improvements, and outdoor property maintenance. As the business grows, IronEdge plans to expand into larger projects such as fencing, decks, patios, and other outdoor construction services. This expansion will allow the company to provide more complete solutions for customers and create opportunities for future growth.\n\nIronEdge’s brand is built on strong values: reliability, attention to detail, and pride in every job completed. The company operates with th

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Ranger Landscaping
5.0(
12
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Lawn Care - Aerate a Lawn

Serving Carmel, IN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I recently contacted several area landscapers for estimates on a residential lawn project. Ranger Landscaping was by far the most responsive and professional of the whole lot. Eric was prompt and friendly, and I very much appreciated his attention to detail throughout the whole bidding process. I would absolutely recommend him to others looking to tackle their landscaping job."
Response time4 days
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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FAQs for lawn care aeration projects in Carmel, IN

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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