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JM Lawns
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Lawn Care - Maintain and Mow a Lawn

Serving La Jolla, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2003

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"It went very well. Joe and his crew arrived on time, worked hard and well, and did a good job of cleaning up."
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Response time6 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Brothers Landscape
4.7(
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Lawn Care - Maintain and Mow a Lawn

Serving La Jolla, CA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"This was a complete landscape redo for our residence. The project included fencing and painting, repair redwood deck and paint, install pavers and fire pit, remove grass and install synthetic turf, large tree removal, hedge removal, destruction and removal of sidewalk and replacement with pavers, replacement of lawn with decorative rock and succulents/cactus, complete irrigation overhaul and installation of drip system, install landscape lighting. Luis is a stickler for detail and made sure the job was done right. He is great to work with and his crew are professional and courteous."
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Response time1 day
Response rate100%
Recommended by82%of homeowners
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Sotelo Tree Service
5.0(
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Lawn Care - Maintain and Mow a Lawn

Serving La Jolla, CA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I am also an arborist and they did a good job. They are knowledgable and provided good care for my tree. Jacob Sotelo is ISA certified. Communication was quick and clear."
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Response time8 hrs
Response rate100%
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Best Landscaping
3.8(
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Lawn Care - Maintain and Mow a Lawn

Serving La Jolla, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2001

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"this a high quality lawn service. on time, gets right to work and finishes the work in record time and does the little extra, like cleaning the leaves and weeds around the bushes. Very reasonable. I highly recommend them."
Response time12 hrs
Response rate89%
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Gardener Guys
3.1(
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Lawn Care - Maintain and Mow a Lawn

Serving La Jolla, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2003

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Paul was very nice and easy to work with. He completed the job in a few days and are happy with the results."
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Response time2 days
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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JMLS
5.0(
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Lawn Care - Maintain and Mow a Lawn

Serving La Jolla, CA and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

"Jason was simply exceptional! He arrived quickly after I posted the need for sprinkler help, and did a detailed analysis of what was needed to repair and modernize our sprinkler mainfold, and assocated wiring. The job took jason about 1.5 days, everythig associated with our manifold is new as he had estimated, and works perfectly! He left the area raked out and cleaner than he found it last week! I highly, highly recommend you call Jason when you have any landscaping question!"
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Green Tres Landscaping
5.0(
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Lawn Care - Maintain and Mow a Lawn

Serving La Jolla, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1994

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"Noe was prompt and invested in helping get the job done quickly and to high standards. Great communication and personable. Definitely recommending Green Trees Landscaping and Noe highly!! Great to know he'll be maintaining our lawn and garden."
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FAQs for lawn care maintenance and mowing projects in La Jolla, CA

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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