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Mr. Cruz Landscaping LLC
4.9(
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Serving Fort Washington, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Excellent service with timely/promt response to my request for leaf removal on short notice. They provided an estimate on the morning on Thanksgiving and finished the job on Black Friday. The finished yard was leaf free along with driveway / curb and even the common area shared with a neighbor! Will be using them again for sure!"
Bushes Trimming
Mulching
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Mulching
Mulching

+3

Response time1 day
28 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Jesryn Landscaping
5.0(
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Serving Fort Washington, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The Landscaping work that was performed was of excellent quality and he even improved some previously completed work that really complemented what he did. He always kept me informed of the status of the project gave me heads-up about preventive maintenance that he would perform. Overall, a job well done."
Patio
Patio
Patio
Patio
Patio

+91

Response time1 day
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Michael & Dad's Landscaping
4.7(
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Serving Fort Washington, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Alex is an outstanding professional. He was punctual and completed the landscaping in a reasonable timeframe. I will continue to call him for my landscaping and lawn care needs. Great job!"
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Patio
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+60

Response time1 day
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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JP Landscaping Inc
5.0(
22
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Serving Fort Washington, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"JP Landscaping wowed me from the minute they started work until the time they finished. I have truly never worked with a better contractor and crew than this group. We hired them to help correct a drainage issue on the side of our back yard that was allowing water flow toward our home during strong storms. Jose met with us and determined a plan to add a wall to hold the water and push toward the drainage system they added so that water would flow to the road and not toward our house. It turned out to be beautiful and functional! He has the hardest working and most professional crew!"
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+59

Response time12 hrs
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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J&R Chavez Landscaping LLC
4.9(
74
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Serving Fort Washington, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"After several days of rain in Oxon Hill, MD and overgrown grass, my mowed lawn looks great. The fee quoted for regular lawn mowing was fair. I will use again. Thank you!"
Landscaping
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+36

Response time1 day
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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KG Landscaping
4.4(
10
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Serving Fort Washington, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Very informative about what’s was best for my front and backyard. A trusted professional to get the Job done. I’m looking forward to continuing working with Kevin and his team.."
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Response time3 hrs
Response rate86%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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FAQs for lawn care aeration projects in Fort Washington, 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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