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TruGreen
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Serving Hillman, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 1974

"We have ordered the season's applications and had the core aeration done to lessen the compaction from the heavy winter snows and had the application for premergence of crabgrass. We'll see how that all goes. There was some mistake with the tech coming to do the aeration on a particular day and not being here. We had to notify the company and have that service re-scheduled. I don't know what the mixup was. I would have hoped the company had called me to inform me that they had to re-schedule."
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Up North Up Keep
New to Angi

Serving Hillman, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Up North Up Keep is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

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Pratton & Pratton Handyman Services
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Serving Hillman, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Welcome to Pratton's Handyman Services. We proudly provide the highest quality of service and craftsmanship for each aspect of your project. Our depth of knowledge and experience solidify our belief that customer service stands as the highest priority. We eagerly look forward to working with you and making your vision a reality. Give us a call, text or email today, and let us get started!

Response time2 days
Response rate90%
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LK Maintance
New to Angi

Serving Hillman, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

LK Maintenance, Is dedicated to providing our customers with the best quality and craftsmanship. We are here to build relationships with our customers and communities, and to provide our employees with a great place to work. LK Maintenance, is a leader in providing our customers with the highest quality products and craftsmanship in an honest, efficient, and professional way. We pledge to create successful relationships with our customers, employees, and community by building trust, treating every project with the utmost integrity, and exceeding expectations. We look forward to working with you!

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FAQs for lawn care aeration projects in Hillman, MI

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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