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Island Roots Lawn Care
New to Angi

Serving Lee-center, IL and surrounding areas

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My name is Paki, and I am the proud owner of Island Roots Lawn Care. We are a family owned and operated business, serving the North Shore area. We offer many services and would love to work with you to get your property looking pristine!

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Klock Home Services
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Serving Lee-center, IL and surrounding areas

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Emergency services offered

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Hi, I’m Kevin with Klock Home Services, proudly serving the Fox Valley area. I provide reliable, detail-oriented handyman and home repair services at fair prices. From furniture and drywall repair to minor carpentry, fixture installs, and general maintenance, I treat every project like it’s in my own home. Whether it’s a small fix or a larger task, you can count on quality work done right the first time.

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Fish's Services Inc
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Serving Lee-center, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"In addition to lawn care, Fish provides snow removal services. This is the second winter that he has come to my home. I have a detached garage and a somewhat difficult one-car driveway. Fish shoveled and spread salt at 2 am on Christmas morning. I certainly hadn't expected him to come. He appeared like Santa Claus. Surprise! Fish responds quickly and communicates well. He makes adjustments according to the situation."
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Soria services
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Serving Lee-center, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

At Soria Services we want to help you make your day easier.\nOur services:\n-general household,repairs and maintenance.\n-Landscaping and planting.\n-painting, patching and trim/moulding work.\n-Cleaning and trash removal.\n-Assembly work

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Manage Scapes
3.5(
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Serving Lee-center, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2011

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"I absolutely hate mowing the lawn, and decided that I would splurge for a lawn service. Instead of me putting it off until the grass is so high I can't find the dog, and then spending a couple of hours doing a poor job myself, I just let Nick and his crew do it all. They come every week, and the yard always looks good. I'm very well pleased with ManageScapes. Nick is easy to reach if I have a question, and his people are professional and work very quickly. In fact, sometimes they are done almost before I even know they've arrived. When a large branch broke off a tree, they were kind enough to drag it out to the wooded part of the yard for me."
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TruGreen
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Serving Lee-center, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 1974

TruGreen is the world's largest lawn and landscape company. It started as a small private company in 1974 and now serves more than 3.5 million residential and commercial customers across the U.S. with lawn care, tree and shrub care, and landscaping.\n\nFor many years, TruGreen has been the industry leader in the development of new technology for lawn care. Its two in-house research and development centers are staffed with leaders in the agronomic and horticultural fields. TruGreen devotes substantial resources to continually evaluate new products and equipment and to develop better methods for taking care of grass, trees, and shrubs. Plus, our seasonal programs will ensure a greener, thicker, and more weed-free lawn for years to come.\n\nAdditionally, TruGreen has taken an active leadership role in both developing and supporting sound environmental practices and regulatory policies. TruGreen is committed to environmentally responsible practices and products and has established its own set of environmental stewardship principles. \n\nEach TruGreen branch is insured and maintains the necessary licenses to conduct business in its city or county. In addition, all of the company's lawn specialists are tenured full-time employees who must complete a rigorous training program before they can be certified by TruGreen. Each specialist is trained to recognize and treat a variety of disease, insect, and weed problems and recommend appropriate maintenance practices for the customer's lawn.

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FAQs for lawn care aeration projects in Lee-center, IL

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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