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Outdoorx, LLC
4.9(
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Serving Shirley, MA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2022

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"Amazing dependable company! Fairly priced as well a great knowledge of lawn care. So thankful To have found them"
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JG Landcape
New to Angi

Serving Shirley, MA and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

Hi! I’m a dedicated landscaping worker serving Massachusetts. I offer lawn care, cleanups, mulching, and yard maintenance with attention to detail and quality results. I’m reliable, affordable, and always focused on customer satisfaction. I work fast and make sure the job is done right. Contact me anytime for a free estimate!

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Three clover
New to Angi

Serving Shirley, MA and surrounding areas

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I’m John Hogan, and I’ve spent the last 15 years perfecting yards across Boston ma. At Three Clover LLC, we handle everything: lawn care, planting & design, hardscapes, clean ups- you name it.\nWe focus on quality workmanship, clear communication, and eco-conscious choices so your landscape looks amazing season after season. Family owned, fully insured, and 100% dedicated to making your property the best on the block.\nLet’s create something beautiful together.

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Triple B Remodeling, LLC
New to Angi

Serving Shirley, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2022

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Triple B Remodeling, LLC offers quality services to clients at reasonable prices. Our courteous staff has the professional tools and experience necessary to help with all your needs. We specialize in interior and exterior painting, flooring, tile, cabinet refinishing, trim and decorative molding installation, landscape installation and lawn care . Call today to get in touch with our staff, and to learn more about what we have to offer!

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VJR Landscape Design
5.0(
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Serving Shirley, MA and surrounding areas

In business since 2002

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"The yard work that we had VJR do was done beautifully and professionally. Our flower beds look amazing! They were weeded; edged and mulched. The edging is done to perfection! The bushes that they pruned look like new bushes! We are extremely happy with the outcome. We have also used VJR for Fall & Spring clean ups. They have always done 100% quality work for us and will continue to use them!"
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Central Mass Landscapes
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Serving Shirley, MA and surrounding areas

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

We are a full service landscape company serving central and eastern Massachusetts. We can provide complete grounds maintenance, landscape design and build services including patios and walkways, irrigation system installation and maintenance and much more. We are also a Massachusetts State licensed fertilizer & pesticide applicator. Please visit our website at www.centralmasslandscapes.com for more information.

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FAQs for lawn care aeration projects in Shirley, MA

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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