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Emerson Contracting
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In business since 2015

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Emerson Contracting is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and responsibility in all of our jobs. We are a locally owned and operated business with more than 5 years of experience serving Arcadia, CA and surrounding areas. There is no job too big, or too small for our team. Call today and let us put our experience to work for you!

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5 Star Landscaping
4.91(
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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2010

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Emergency services offered

"5 Star Landscaping is very knowledgeable honest, prompt and professional. I will call them for all of my garden and sprinkler needs. I had a water link in my PVC lines, valves front and back yard. 5 Star Landscaping repaired them at a reasonable price."
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Golden Coast Irrigation
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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2025

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Warranties offered

" I had a great experience with Golden Coast Irrigation! They came out quickly after I called and diagnosed the problem with my sprinkler system right away. The technician was super friendly, explained everything in simple terms, and had all the parts he needed to fix it on the spot. Everything’s working perfectly now, and my lawn is thankful too! Definitely recommend them if you're looking for fast, reliable sprinkler repair without any hassle. "
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Landscaping de lira’s
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In business since 0

Hi I’m Daniel de lira a men the loves his family working hard or trying to the best for family. I’m a general gardening who works the best for are clients if you have a dream in your garden we make happen we putting in work, I’m a open mind if you have an idea or something in garden we work together just call me for more info available 24/7

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Antonio's Landscaping
5.00(
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Angi Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Customers say: True professional

"No nonsense! Very responsive. Reached out almost immediately after requesting service through Angi's list. Came on site in short order for an estimate despite the rain. Prioritized my service request and scheduled the job within 3 days from quote. On day of service, arrived early and completed the job within a few hours and did a great job cleaning up. Service was reasonably priced, and representative was very professional. Was very satisfied with the job that I decided to hire for recurring maintenance. Thank you, Antonio's Landscaping!"
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FAQs for lawn care aeration projects in Costa Mesa, CA

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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