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Xtra Care Landscaping & Design INC
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Serving Potomac, MD and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1995

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Excellent! Xtracare did a great job beautifying our front yard! This was our second time for a big project with Xtracare and they delivered. For this project, we asked them to design a conservation garden using native plants that would qualify for the Montgomery County Rainscapes program rebate. We appreciated the design and careful consideration Angela made to provide us with native plants that would work well with our existing property. We really felt like she gave it her personal touch. Thank you Angela! We were also very grateful to Tim and the crew for the fine work and attention they gave to install the project. Thank you also to Mari and Raquel for their helpful communications, which made things work so smoothly. And lastly, thank you to Cleber for visiting us at the beginning and end of the project and seeing it through. We had total confidence in their company and felt we made the right decision to work with you once again. We are very proud of our new front yard and are receiving many compliments from neighbors."
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Response time1 day
Response rate90%
18 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Baumann's Lawn & Landscape
4.5(
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Serving Potomac, MD and surrounding areas

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In business since 1987

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They have been servicing my lawn care needs for over two years.
The staff is punctual professional and know what they are doing.
My lawn has never looked better.
They aren't cheap, but not unreasonable either."
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Recommended by97%of homeowners
Two Brothers Landscaping Service
4.7(
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Serving Potomac, MD and surrounding areas

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In business since 2007

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Customers say: Quick response

"I hired William and his team to weed mulch and clean up my flower beds, and weed and feed my lawn. The price was high, but I thought the quality would be worth it. After the work was done, I thought the job was well done, however, I found that there was weed killer sprayed on the grass, but the lawn was never seeded which created large brown spots on the lawn, the beds were not weeded, only mulch placed over the weeds, which grew through the next week. The weed killer was sprayed on my neighbors rose bush and killed it. When I reached out to William, he ignored my requests to address the problem."
Response time6 hrs
Response rate97%
16 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Amazon Landscaping & Amazing Landscaping
3.7(
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Serving Potomac, MD and surrounding areas

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In business since 1995

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"The two guys arrived on time to cut the lawn. If I had any questions they answered them; they were quick. I would definitely use them every year to take care of my lawn. Their prices were very reasonable. I would highly recommend them."
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+28

Response time1 day
63 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by78%of homeowners
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R & R Decorating, Inc.
4.5(
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Serving Potomac, MD and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1989

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"He was punctual. His coworkers were professional. They were respectful they did the work in a timely way. They were very careful with my property to take good care of it. I highly recommend them."
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Response time7 hrs
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Cabrera Landscaping
5.0(
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Serving Potomac, MD and surrounding areas

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In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service to meet the consumer's needs. Our mission is to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. To understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and professionally communicate with every customer. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of the job's size or size. With 8+ years experience.

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Response time9 hrs
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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E.A.H. Landscaping Services, Inc.
3.8(
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Serving Potomac, MD and surrounding areas

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In business since 1998

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

With several years experience, E.A.H. Landscaping Services, Inc., works hard to bring each customer the best possible service and quality available. We look forward to working with you soon on your next project. We welcome your questions and thank you for your interest.

Response time9 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for lawn care aeration projects in Potomac, MD

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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