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Lawn lovers landscaping
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Serving Ithaca, NY and surrounding areas

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I'm Darren I have 10 years of construction experience I'm OSHA certified I offer many services including lawn and property maintenance, tree service, junk removal, excavating and more. I service Scranton Pa, wilkesbarre Pa, Tunkhannock PA, and surrounding areas and also Binghamton NY vestal NY, and owego NY, \n

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Serving Ithaca, NY and surrounding areas

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I’m a motivated landscaper trying to start my own business. I have years of landscaping experience with a prior company that i used to work with. I’m knowledgeable in all things landscaping including, mowing, mulching, planting/transplanting, weed control and more.

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JoG Pressure Washing and Cleaning LLC
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Serving Ithaca, NY and surrounding areas

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Prowash services available in hot or cold water! Brand new 2022 company with brand new equipment! Fully insured and registered! Very family oriented ! No job to big or small! Reach out today so my company can bring that shine back out! Looking forward to meeting you and take the best of care!! Thank you!

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Serving Ithaca, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2021

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We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We strongly believe in giving our absolute best in all of our projects no matter how big or small. We are experts in our trade and will always keep you educated on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

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CD Disposal
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Serving Ithaca, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

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Emergency services offered

We pride ourselves on our extreme professionalism and attention to detail. Our customer satisfaction guarantee will assure you we will not leave your property until you are completely satisfied with our work. As a locally owned and operated business you can trust that we will treat your home as we would treat our own. Give us a call today, and we look forward to working with you!

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FAQs for lawn care aeration projects in Ithaca, NY

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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