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J & M Family Landscaping, LLC
4.8(
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Serving Painesville, OH and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 1995

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"I had a badly neglected yard and flower beds. Needed the flower beds cleaned up and rejuvenated. Weeds removed. Bushes cut down and trimmed. Mr. Jerry couldn't come out on the original date we agreed to but kept in constant contact and finally came out, gave me a quote and we agreed to a price. Mr. Jerry and his worker went above and beyond what he agreed to do. He cleaned up the side of my house, cleaned off my back deck and cut over growth from my fence so it could be seen. This was very important since we're getting ready to list our house for sale. We are very happy with the completed project. Highly recommend. Be patient as they are a small company. It will be worth the wait."
Response time1 day
Response rate95%
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TruGreen
3.7(
2,161
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Serving Painesville, OH and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 1974

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"The pro has been servicing our Mclean property quite well for a couple of years. Our lawn looks good and we are satisfied with the service. The customer service is sometimes underwhelming but it gets the job done at a reasonable cost which is really becoming harder by the day to get."
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Premier Landscaping
4.2(
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Serving Painesville, OH and surrounding areas

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Last winter they had an inexperienced operator who pushed the snow across the street onto the neighbor’s property which I believe is not legal. Worse, they damaged the neighbor’s walk. John Gilbride said he would cover the repair cost, but when I sent the receipt he stopped returning my calls completely. I had to pay the repair myself. Would never hire his company for anything. That’s totally unprofessional behavior and he did not keep his word."
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Simply Greener LLC
5.0(
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Serving Painesville, OH and surrounding areas

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

We would like to share a few minutes with you today, to introduce SIMPLY GREENER a professional landscaping construction company. We are located in Mentor, Ohio. At SIMPLY GREENER we have a very extensive and professional staff ready yo serve you and " ALL YOUR OUTDOOR NEEDS". As a professional landscaping company we can offer you and your property anything from full scale lawn maintenance plan to tree removal and landscape design. Here at SIMPLY GREENER we assure complete success with extraordinary results. \n SIMPLY GREENER also offers complete consulting and installation on the most custom designed lawn and flower beds to make a beautiful flowing landscape.\n Condo and housing associations, apartments, industrial and commercial properties are just a few places SIMPLY GREENER has the experience, equipment and the staff to make the place worth calling your own.

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FAQs for lawn care aeration projects in Painesville, OH

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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