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Baumann's Lawn & Landscape
4.9(
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Serving Chevy Chase, MD and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 1987

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"quality of work is good. One issue was they tried to change agreed upon price after work was completed, however, they did honor original estimate. When reviewing my outside cameras to understand why agreed upon maintenance cost increased 100% from a few months earlier it became clear, two employees at all times were sitting in their truck while the other two were working..."
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American Lawn Specialists, Inc.
4.5(
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Serving Chevy Chase, MD and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Service was excellent. Showed up on time, followed through quickly and job scheduled quickly."
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Response time2 days
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Blades of Green Lawn Maryland
4.6(
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Serving Chevy Chase, MD and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 1989

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"Hired for weed and feed applications. They applied the same product repeatedly although it did not work. I asked for different products and repeated applications beyond the schedule. That did not resolve the issue. I pulled 6 33-gallon bags of spurge from my lawn. I managed to get a full refund. They were also higher priced than other lawn services."
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Response time7 hrs
Recommended by83%of homeowners
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TruGreen
3.7(
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Serving Chevy Chase, MD and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 1974

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"The pro has been servicing our Mclean property quite well for a couple of years. Our lawn looks good and we are satisfied with the service. The customer service is sometimes underwhelming but it gets the job done at a reasonable cost which is really becoming harder by the day to get."
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E.A.H. Landscaping Services, Inc.
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Serving Chevy Chase, MD and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 1998

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"Outstanding service. They were knowledgeable, prompt, courteous, very easy to work with, great attention to detail, and the price was fair. My property looks terrific. I have given their name and phone number to two of my neighbors, and definitely would use them again."
Response time9 hrs
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FAQs for lawn care aeration projects in Chevy Chase, MD

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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