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Ground Ace Lawn Care
5.0(
12
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Serving Gainesville, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I hired Dream Valley Landscaping to mow and maintain my yard. I'm highly impressed with their customer service, timeliness, motivation, and their enthusiasm to serve their customers. Within a two day time frame, they came and checked the project out, gave me an estimate, and they've mowed my grass. That's excellent and exceptional customer service. I've hired them to maintain my yard on a regular basis, and I highly recommend this company. Thank you for a job well done!"
Lawn Maintenance
Lawn Maintenance
Lawn Maintenance
Response time8 hrs
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Elmer's Lawn & Garden
4.4(
48
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Serving Gainesville, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1993

Customers say: Super punctual

"The initial job was done extremely well. However, the service just "decided" afterwards that I needed a weekly mowing, even though that was not discussed and no contracts were signed. The mowing was at a fair price, but I did not want to pay it weekly, so I called and asked them to stop. They came out and mowed once more, and then stopped. So the problem I had with them was communication/responsiveness; otherwise, they were fine."
Response time6 hrs
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Calixto Landscaping & Tree Services
4.4(
55
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Serving Gainesville, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Calixto Landscaping & Tree Service did an excellent job of cutting and weeding my lawn. My driveway had been re-paved; they went the extra mile to minimize the amount driveway area they accessed. They treated my lawn and property as if it were there own! Thank you!! I look forward to many years with Calixto Landscaping & Tree Services."
Landscaping
Response time1 day
13 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Craig's Lawn & Outdoor Services, LLC
5.0(
7
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Serving Gainesville, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Craig was prompt, professional, and his crew did excellent work. We are so glad we found Craig's Lawn Service and highly recommend his service to anyone in need of lawn care. Thank you Craig and Crew for making our yard look so beautiful. You are the BEST!"
Sod Install
Sod Install
Flower bed install
Sod Install
Sod Install

+15

Response time9 hrs
Recommended by85%of homeowners
Old School Services LLC
4.9(
190
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Serving Gainesville, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Very good crew. They came when they said they would, did a very good job (I only needed my lawn mowed, but they did a great job on a lawn that had gotten a bit out of control). Very courteous and helped with a few things I needed done that had nothing to do with why I hired them."
Fall Clean Up
Fall Clean Up
Fall Clean Up
Response time9 hrs
Response rate87%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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The Special One Tree Services
4.8(
33
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Serving Gainesville, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Max Giron came out to our home for a quote for tree work. He listened very carefully and gave us a quote for his services. He, and his company, came by in a few days after we agreed to the price quote. His workers did a great job and cleaned up completely. We are very pleased with his work and would recommend him ."
THE SPECIAL ONE AT WORK
THE SPECIAL ONE AT WORK
THE SPECIAL ONE AT WORK
THE SPECIAL ONE AT WORK
THE SPECIAL ONE AT WORK

+2

Response time6 hrs
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Cleaning master
5.0(
8
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Serving Gainesville, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"the team of worker's was pleasant and was nice and they did a great and wonderful job and they was clean and they was neat and I was really happy and I was really placed with the fine work that they performed and they completed in my backyard and I surely will be contacting and calling them again soon for some more service work. THANK YOU FREDERICK HODGES"
Trees pruning
Painting
Painting
Painting
Painting

+30

Response time4 hrs
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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FAQs for lawn care maintenance and mowing projects in Gainesville, VA

Hiring a professional saves you time and can actually save you money in the long run. Without regular care, your lawn might develop problems like thatch buildup, diseases, or pests, which can be expensive to fix. A pro keeps your lawn healthy, so you can enjoy it without the hassle.

Mowing your lawn yourself is generally cheaper than paying someone to do it. While a lawn mower can cost between $80 and $2,500 depending on the type, professional mowing services charge between $30 and $80 per visit. Investing in your own mower means that over time, you can save money by handling the mowing yourself, especially if you maintain your lawn regularly.

While the wording may vary from company to company, lawn maintenance typically includes all the services that keep your current healthy lawn looking sharp. Think mowing, watering, weeding, and a spring or fall cleanup.

Lawn care digs a bit deeper. These packages may include services that elevate your lawn's health or address an issue throughout the year. Fertilization, pest and weed control, and dethatching all fall into this category.

There is no set-in-stone schedule for mowing your lawn, as each grass variety grows at a different rate depending on the season. Once you determine the type of grass in your lawn and its ideal height, aim to remove no more than the top third of the blade at a time to retain its healthy structure.

In the high growing season, this will likely break down to about once a week, which is why lawn care specialists often offer weekly plans.

Don’t mow your grass if it hasn’t grown more than one-third of its height since you last cut it. For example, if you want grass no more than 2 inches, don’t mow it until it’s 3 inches. Don’t cut your grass when wet, as it clumps together and places more stress on your mower’s blades and makes it harder for the sun to reach the turf. This can lead to mold or disease. Conversely, don’t mow when it’s too dry. But, if you do, be sure to raise your mower’s deck height by about half an inch to encourage slower growth.

Yes, landscaping can significantly add value to your home. High-quality landscape design offers a return on investment of 20% to 30%. A well-maintained lawn and attractive outdoor spaces enhance your property's curb appeal and market value, making it more appealing to potential buyers when you decide to sell.

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