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Jakeofalltrades
New to Angi

Serving Pleasantville, IA and surrounding areas

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Small jobs welcome

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With 11 years of professional experience in lawn care and general home maintenance, I specialize in precision lawn mowing, edging, trimming, and a full range of property upkeep services. I deliver consistently well-manicured lawns and dependable maintenance solutions through meticulous attention to detail and quality workmanship. Known for my reliability and strong commitment to customer satisfaction, I take pride in enhancing both the curb appeal and functionality of your home. Whether you require regular lawn care, seasonal cleanups, or general repairs and improvements, I am dedicated to providing dependable, high-quality service that meets your needs.

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Sprout Lawn and Garden LLC
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Serving Pleasantville, IA and surrounding areas

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Sprout Lawn & Garden is a locally owned, detail‑driven lawn and landscape service built on reliability, craftsmanship, and pride in every job. We help homeowners keep their properties clean, healthy, and looking their best year‑round — from routine mowing and trimming to aeration, seasonal property cleanups, fencerow clearing, and full garden care. Every project is handled by people who communicate clearly, show up when they say they will, and treat your property like their own.

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Supreme Lawn & Landscape Inc
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Serving Pleasantville, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2009

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"Jamie and his team over at Lawn & Landscape are ultimate professionals. They quoted me a price, and were able to level my large yard front and back, bury two tiles for drainage, and plant new grass seed in just 4 days. We were having issues with our backyard flooding and pooling, and that has been completely fixed, without damaging our existing fence. Best part? The final total was less than the original quote. I would and will recommend Supreme Lawn & Landscape to anyone who needs a landscaping company."
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The Hindal Way
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Serving Pleasantville, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Locally owned and operated complete lawn and Yard Care Service. Establishing relationships with customers and solving problems...\n\nQuite frankly, I just want to be the best, and treat my friends, (customers), in that manner. My friends may call me anytime to express concerns, complaints, or just have jobs to be done quickly-such as holiday parties, etc.\nThere are discounts for elderly, disabled, and for seasonal agreements as well.\nYou are paying me, and I vow to deliver; it's The Hindal Way...\nthat being said, I have one bad review, bless her heart! just so you know, the day in question is the day my mother passed away. That is why I didn't contact this beautiful person, I simply had less important matters at hand.

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FAQs for lawn care aeration projects in Pleasantville, IA

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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