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Falcon Landscape and Construction
4.9(
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Lawn Care - Aerate a Lawn

Serving Santa Cruz, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"I hired Falcon Landscape for roof cleaning and weed removal. To their credit, the actual work was done carefully and the results looked good. The roof cleaning was thorough, and the yard was cleared effectively. The estimate for the work itself also seemed fair and reasonable. However, the experience was impacted by how cleanup and disposal were handled. After removing a large volume of weeds, they did not take the debris with them and instead asked me to dispose of it in my own trash bins. This resulted in over 15 bags of yard waste, which did not fully fit, and when they ran out of bags, they left the remaining weeds piled in the middle of my backyard. When I questioned this, I was told disposal was not included in the contract and would cost an additional $200. While I understand contract terms, weed removal in my experience includes disposal. This lack of upfront clarity felt misleading.Overall, decent work quality, but disappointing handling of cleanup and communication"
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Cleanup
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Response time2 hrs
Response rate99%
52 neighbors recently requested a quote
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TNR Gardening Services
5.0(
2
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Lawn Care - Aerate a Lawn

Serving Santa Cruz, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

TNR Gardening Services is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business.

Landscape project
Landscape job
Lawn care
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Perennial Landscape and Tree Care LLC
5.0(
3
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Lawn Care - Aerate a Lawn

Serving Santa Cruz, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Shane did an amazing job for us clearing nearly an acre of various mountain brush and bramble. Wielding a Brush Hog, a string Trimmer and a compact chainsaw. Two 7 hour days did what I thought was going to be a week. I tried to upload photos of the work from Google Photos but Angi doesn't support high quality pictures."
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An easing easement

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Freddy Landscaping
3.6(
10
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Lawn Care - Aerate a Lawn

Serving Santa Cruz, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Alfredo did an outstanding job of addressing my PVC pipe leaks and upgrading my sprinkler system to new hoses and sprinkler heads. I was impressed by his quality of work and workmanship in his craft. I put out an inquiry to fix my sprinkler system and Alfredo reached out to me immediately to ask what was going on. He offered to come out on Memorial Day (5-29-2023) to evaluate what was happening. He spent a fair amount of time looking at my system. He immediately had a plan and returned the next day to fix the leaks and upgrade my sprinkler heads. Thanks, Alfredo!"
Response time7 hrs
Response rate96%
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
CS Landscaping
New to Angi
Lawn Care - Aerate a Lawn

Serving Santa Cruz, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

At C.S. Landscaping, we provide reliable lawn care, yard cleanups, hedge and shrub trimming, weed removal, planting, mulch and gravel installation/delivery, junk removal, dump runs and light demolition throughout Monterey County. We take pride in honest communication, quality workmanship, and dependable service. Whether it’s routine maintenance or a one-time cleanup, we’re committed to leaving your property looking its best.

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About Green Land Care
4.6(
320
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Lawn Care - Aerate a Lawn

Serving Santa Cruz, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1997

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"It took us several days to connect (Vince had been ill, it turned out), but he returned my call. He was able to get a crew to my property the same day. It took them about 1.5 hours to remove both problems. His crew worked steadily and well and displayed a caring about the way they left the property looking. I thought his price was fair considering the size of the plants he had to remove. I will look forward to working with him again when I decide to remake my back yard and other landscaping projects!
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FAQs for lawn care aeration projects in Santa Cruz, 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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