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Bland Services
New to Angi
Lawn Care - Aerate a Lawn

Serving Dover, OH and surrounding areas

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Many years of experience in all fields listed. New LLC but been around the block a few times. Two sons work beside me to eager to learn. I choose quality over quantity everytime.

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Reiss Demoscape
New to Angi
Lawn Care - Aerate a Lawn

Serving Dover, OH and surrounding areas

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Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

Reiss Demoscape is a family owned and operated business specializing in demolition, excavation, and landscaping services. We combine skilled workmanship, dependable service, and a commitment to safety to deliver high-quality results that exceed our customers' expectations.

Excavation
Excavation
Handy man
Handy man
Handy man

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Greener Grass Organic Lawn & Pest
4.3(
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Lawn Care - Aerate a Lawn

Serving Dover, OH and surrounding areas

In business since 2011

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Credit card accepted

"We have used the Greener Grass Organic Lawn Care program for three years and our lawn looks the best it ever has in the 35 years we have lived in this home.  Company, products, service and employees are A+.  Always receive email notifications prior to service date and complete explanation of all services.  Owner is always available.  We have the peace of mind knowing that our grandchildren can roll down the hill in our yard and be free from harmful chemicals.  We feel good about promoting a healthy environment in our yard and neighborhood and protecting our drinking water source (well).  Bottom line, this is a service that gives you a beautiful lawn without harming people or the environment.
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3E Services LLC
5.0(
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Lawn Care - Aerate a Lawn

Serving Dover, OH and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Now accepting jobs for excavation, grading, ditching, mowing/brush removal, stump removal, land clearing, maintenance, demolition and more from small to large projects. Many jobs from mowing to excavation. \n\nPrevious military and detailed oriented. \n\nVeteran owned and insured.

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sidewalk removal, backfill/grade and seed
Commercial Building DEMO
Old Farm House DEMO
sidewalk removal, backfill/grade and seed

+50

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for lawn care aeration projects in Dover, OH

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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