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Kent's Hauling, LLC
4.5(
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Serving Murphy, NC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Could not ask for it to go any better. He answered phone calls and came when he said he would. Recommend Kent's hauling would use them again"
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
ShookScapesllc
New to Angi

Serving Murphy, NC and surrounding areas

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My name is Dusty Shook, I am the owner of ShookScapes LLC. Yes the name is new, but the business is not. I have been in the industry now for 20 plus years under the names Shook Lawn Maintenance and PamScapes LLC. Those 2 companies were ran and owned by my mom, Pam Shook. She is now after 30 plus years in the industry retiring and I am taking over and look forward to serving each and everyone in the north Georgia area under the new name ShookScapes. \nMy companies primary focus is “making your dream yard your reality.” The pictures I’m attaching below are just little snippets of my customers vision and my reality of making it happen. If you have been thinking and dreaming of a front yard or back yard oasis message me, email me or call. I will set up a time to meet up with you to create your very own dream yard!

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Stonehenge Landscape Supply
5.0(
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Serving Murphy, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Poured the concrete pad around my pool and also came back later and pour the pad for a separate garage. Work was performed in a timely manor and reasonable cost. Will definitely use again."
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TJ&K Home Improvement
4.3(
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Serving Murphy, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 1998

Free estimates

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The damaged subflooring replacement went quite well (an A Rating on this). The faucet installation was also okay, but the rest of our experience with Mr. Saunders was not very satisfactory. He frequently stopped work on our project to tend to other ones. That is not unusual up here, but I almost always had to call him before he would come back, which led to about two months of living with our furniture displaced. Another problem was that his assistant cracked the new light covering. Mr. Saunders did offer to replace it, but by that time there had been so many delays, I told him not to bother since it was not all that noticeable.



Mr. Saunders also lost professionalism points with me because he constantly complained about things, such as the amount of dust he found under the old carpeting and the number of staples used in the subflooring of our manufactured home.  Then after telling us we had to be extra careful about cleaning up the dust or the vinyl would not lay properly, he and his assistant did not remove the staples and did a sloppy job of leveling the subflooring before laying down the vinyl. Again, as with the light cover, I just decided to give up and get him out of our home.




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Recommended by80%of homeowners
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Complete Maintenance Solutions
5.0(
1
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Serving Murphy, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Very professional and thorough. Over and above what was expected at a great price. I highly recommend them for all your lawn needs as well as any house repairs or general maintenance. Prompt service, and dependable."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Turf & Tires
New to Angi

Serving Murphy, NC and surrounding areas

Emergency services offered

Tired of the clutter and the long grass? Let Turf & Tires help!\n​Hi Neighbors! I’m [Your Name] with Turf & Tires. We’re a local business dedicated to making your home look its absolute best.\n​We realized homeowners usually have a list of chores that never ends—so we combined the three biggest ones into one service. Whether you need your lawn manicured, your SUV detailed for a road trip, or that pile of debris finally hauled away, we’ve got the equipment and the hustle to get it done right.\n​Special Offer: Book a Lawn Trim and a Full Detail together, and we’ll take 10% off your first junk removal haul!\n​Supporting local has never looked this good. Give us a shout!

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FAQs for lawn care aeration projects in Murphy, NC

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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