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Avatar for Knox Landscaping & Design, LLC
Knox Landscaping & Design, LLC
602 Breezeway Court
4.70(
28
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Approved Pro
Knox Landscaping & Design, LLC
602 Breezeway Court
4.70(
28
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 92% of Angi customers
Recommended by 92% of HomeAdvisor customers
13 years of experience

We like to think of us as not in the lawn care or landscaping business but in the COMMUNITY ENHANCEMENT AND LIFE IMPROVEMENT business. When you do business with us, you are not just buying your typical lawn care service or a landscaping project. You are investing in protecting Florida's most valuable resources so that down the line our kids will be able to enjoy it. You are investing in a better life for yourself by hiring us either to maintain or create a landscape that doesn't require a lot of effort so that you can have as much time to spend with your family and friends. By hiring us, you are doing your part to protect this beautiful state we live in.

"Will did an excellent job. Consulted me during the job to make sure it was what I wanted. I would hire him again."

Kathy L on June 2020

We like to think of us as not in the lawn care or landscaping business but in the COMMUNITY ENHANCEMENT AND LIFE IMPROVEMENT business. When you do business with us, you are not just buying your typical lawn care service or a landscaping project. You are investing in protecting Florida's most valuable resources so that down the line our kids will be able to enjoy it. You are investing in a better life for yourself by hiring us either to maintain or create a landscape that doesn't require a lot of effort so that you can have as much time to spend with your family and friends. By hiring us, you are doing your part to protect this beautiful state we live in.

"Will did an excellent job. Consulted me during the job to make sure it was what I wanted. I would hire him again."

Kathy L on June 2020


Lawn works
782 Strickland Ln
5.00(
1
)
Approved Pro
Lawn works
782 Strickland Ln
5.00(
1
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
25 years of experience

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

"A very great guy."

wiat - on October 2021

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

"A very great guy."

wiat - on October 2021


Avatar for Nicholas Clopton's Landscaping & Pressure Washing
Nicholas Clopton's Landscaping & Pressure Washing
1636 Mockingbird Ln
5.00(
2
)
Approved Pro
Nicholas Clopton's Landscaping & Pressure Washing
1636 Mockingbird Ln
5.00(
2
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
4 years of experience

I pride myself on my professionalism, as well as my ability to complete every job to the homeowner's total satisfaction. I never leave a job unfinished, or a homeowner not 100% satisfied with my level of service. I handle landscaping work in Lakeland and the surrounding areas - Call today!

"Called to see estimate, the next day was quoted for a full pressure wash on house and back shed took him the day to do but Iâ m very pleased"

Paris P on February 2022

I pride myself on my professionalism, as well as my ability to complete every job to the homeowner's total satisfaction. I never leave a job unfinished, or a homeowner not 100% satisfied with my level of service. I handle landscaping work in Lakeland and the surrounding areas - Call today!

"Called to see estimate, the next day was quoted for a full pressure wash on house and back shed took him the day to do but Iâ m very pleased"

Paris P on February 2022


Jacobs Lawncare
5122 Ewell Rd
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Jacobs Lawncare
5122 Ewell Rd
New on AngiNew on HomeAdvisor
Approved Pro
10 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer’s needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer’s needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.


Joseph Lawn Care
1731 Ave C NE
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Joseph Lawn Care
1731 Ave C NE
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Approved Pro
6 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

With years of experience serving the area, we are your solution for all your needs. We take great pride in our extreme professionalism, timeliness and superior customer service on every job. We make sure to develop a lasting relationship so that the next time service is needed there will be no question on who to call. Check out our 5 star reviews from happy customers! Call us today so we can discuss your needs and make a plan that fits your budget. Satisfaction guaranteed!

With years of experience serving the area, we are your solution for all your needs. We take great pride in our extreme professionalism, timeliness and superior customer service on every job. We make sure to develop a lasting relationship so that the next time service is needed there will be no question on who to call. Check out our 5 star reviews from happy customers! Call us today so we can discuss your needs and make a plan that fits your budget. Satisfaction guaranteed!


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Amos Landscape Maintenance
8132 Purple Martin Road
4.97(
31
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Approved Pro
Amos Landscape Maintenance
8132 Purple Martin Road
4.97(
31
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 96% of Angi customers
Recommended by 96% of HomeAdvisor customers
21 local quotes requested

AMOS LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE 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.

" I was searching for a reliable company to mow my lawn and saw the listing for Amos Landscape Maintenance. After speaking with Jeremiah, both on the phone and in person at my home, it was clear to me that I wanted his company to service my lawn. He did an excellent job mowing, edging, and cleaning up the lawn in areas that previously were neglected and not maintained properly. It was the best my lawn has ever looked since I moved here two years ago. The price he charges is very reasonable, and the value to me is priceless. If you're looking for a dependable company that does a superior job, takes pride in their work, and cares about their clients, Amos Landscape Maintenance is the company for you."

Jacquelyn S on May 2025

AMOS LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE 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.

" I was searching for a reliable company to mow my lawn and saw the listing for Amos Landscape Maintenance. After speaking with Jeremiah, both on the phone and in person at my home, it was clear to me that I wanted his company to service my lawn. He did an excellent job mowing, edging, and cleaning up the lawn in areas that previously were neglected and not maintained properly. It was the best my lawn has ever looked since I moved here two years ago. The price he charges is very reasonable, and the value to me is priceless. If you're looking for a dependable company that does a superior job, takes pride in their work, and cares about their clients, Amos Landscape Maintenance is the company for you."

Jacquelyn S on May 2025


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Southernscapes Complete Lawn Care
905 N Crooked Lake Drive
5.00(
3
)
Approved Pro
Southernscapes Complete Lawn Care
905 N Crooked Lake Drive
5.00(
3
)
Approved Pro
5 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

"Bryant does great work would highly recommend!"

Jacob M on June 2025

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

"Bryant does great work would highly recommend!"

Jacob M on June 2025


Avatar for JLM Irrigation
JLM Irrigation
2531 Elm Ave
4.83(
29
)
Approved Pro
JLM Irrigation
2531 Elm Ave
4.83(
29
)
Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: Quality work
13 local quotes requested
28 years of experience

JLM Irrigation 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 customer's interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"Very prompt, polite and excellent work."

Sonya D on June 2025

JLM Irrigation 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 customer's interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"Very prompt, polite and excellent work."

Sonya D on June 2025


Avatar for Wilkes Property Maintenance Services
Wilkes Property Maintenance Services
PO Box 339
5.00(
5
)
Approved Pro
Wilkes Property Maintenance Services
PO Box 339
5.00(
5
)
Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
119 local quotes requested

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer’s needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

"Our yard was transformed from a mess to a beautiful space in half a day. The price was very reasonable, and the crew was courteous, respectful, and thorough. We will definitely use them again."

Gail H on May 2025

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer’s needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

"Our yard was transformed from a mess to a beautiful space in half a day. The price was very reasonable, and the crew was courteous, respectful, and thorough. We will definitely use them again."

Gail H on May 2025


R & J Landscaping
800 Otto Polk Rd
New on HomeAdvisorNew on Angi
Approved Pro
R & J Landscaping
800 Otto Polk Rd
New on AngiNew on HomeAdvisor
Approved Pro
42 local quotes requested
1 years of experience

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

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FAQs for lawn care maintenance and mowing projects in Lakeland, FL

Most residential lawn removal projects don't require permits, but regulations vary significantly between municipalities. You might need authorization when removing substantial soil volumes or making major landscape alterations. Contact your local building department or planning office before beginning work. Some homeowners associations also maintain specific landscaping requirements that could affect your plans, so reviewing any applicable community guidelines is equally important.

Converting removed lawn material into compost is often feasible when the grass hasn't received extensive chemical treatments. For best results, break larger sod pieces into smaller sections and combine them with other compostable materials in a dedicated composting system. Regular turning accelerates decomposition and produces nutrient-rich material that can benefit your new landscape. This approach reduces disposal costs while creating valuable soil amendments for future gardening projects.

Using a mechanical sod cutter delivers the most efficient results for most properties. These specialized machines cleanly separate grass and shallow roots from the soil below, allowing for rapid removal across substantial areas. While manual approaches cost less initially, they progress much more slowly. Chemical methods require extended time periods for complete effectiveness. For optimal efficiency, evaluate equipment rental costs against professional service rates, particularly for medium to large properties.

New plantings can begin one to two weeks after lawn removal, provided you've addressed any soil contamination concerns and completed necessary grading or amendments. The removal process often disturbs dormant weed seeds, so monitoring for unwanted growth during this transition period is advisable. Professional soil testing helps identify any nutrient deficiencies or pH imbalances that should be corrected before investing in new plantings or turf installation.

Lawn removal frequently alters how water moves across your property, particularly during heavy rainfall. Established grass root systems help stabilize soil and absorb precipitation, functions that disappear with removal. Your replacement landscape plan should address potential drainage changes through appropriate grading, soil amendments, or dedicated drainage features. Observing water movement patterns after removal provides valuable information for addressing any problematic areas before completing your new landscape installation.

The Lakeland, FL homeowners’ guide to lawn care maintenances and mowings
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