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Grays Landscaping LLC
4.7(
78
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Serving Santa Barbara, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They are great!!! I plan to hire them again. I would like to change flowers and weeds into grass. I plan on hiring Grays Lanscaping LLC to do the job."
Snow removal
Ivy removal
Landscaping Project
Ivy removal
Yard cleanup

+52

Response time2 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by58%of homeowners
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Green Life Landscape Inc.
5.0(
10
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Serving Santa Barbara, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1993

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Fantastic! My lawns are beautiful because of the way they cut the grass plus sweep up the bits of grass on the sidewalks. Many times they will cut the top of a huge Bush that is nicely cleaned then. Also, he is on time each week!"
Vegetation removal & application of herbicide.
Vegetation removal & application of herbicide.
Vegetation removal & application of herbicide.
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+1

Response time2 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Aurelio's Landscaping & Gardening
5.0(
6
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Serving Santa Barbara, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

*****Call Today to setup an estimate 805-455-5089*****Customer satisfaction is what determines our success, which is why we take a hands-on approach. When interacting with Aurelio's Landscaping & Gardening, you'll notice that we're particularly focused on the principles of quality workmanship, timely completion, competitive pricing and integrity in all our business dealings. We combine knowledge and research with our extensive practical experience to ensure a specialized approach for your project needs. Contact us today for a fair and accurate estimate of your project. We look forward to adding you to our long and growing list of happy customers.\n

Landscaping Design
Landscaping Design
Landscaping Design
Landscaping Design
Landscaping Design

+6

Response time8 hrs
Response rate100%
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Contreras landscaping
New to Angi

Serving Santa Barbara, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

Contreras Landscaping is a family-owned business with over 20 years of experience providing reliable, high-quality landscaping services. We take pride in our hard work, attention to detail, and building long-term relationships with our customers. From regular maintenance to special projects, our goal is to keep your property looking its best year-round. We’re dependable, honest, and committed to doing the job right every time.

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Wild Sage Landscaping
5.0(
20
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Serving Santa Barbara, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I asked for a lawn and sprinkler install. I was given a decent quote, the contract was adjusted per my request, the crew was here on time, the job was completed as proposed, and it came in under proposed cost. This company does excellent work."
Slump Block Wall
Slump Block Wall
Slump Block Wall
Retaining Walls
Retaining Walls

+18

Response time3 hrs
Response rate88%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Lopez Landscaping
5.0(
15
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Serving Santa Barbara, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Jose was awesome!!! He did a thorough review of my current setup. He gave great suggestions on how to keep my plants happy without wasting any water. He got so much done in a super short time. Would highly recommend and will definitely be calling him for all future lawn irrigation needs."
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+32

Recommended by100%of homeowners
Carmona Landscape & Gardening
4.8(
18
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Serving Santa Barbara, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Rigoberto answered my inquiry immediately. Even if it was the very end of the day he came to my house to give me the estimate. Considering his immediate response I thought the estimate was more than fair and then he said he would do it immediately because he saw it was an urgent situation (I was digging a hole in my backyard and broke a water pipe). He seem to know exactly what he was doing and did it very efficiently. So, I hired him for some more work in my yard!"
Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for lawn care aeration projects in Santa Barbara, CA

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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