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Connecticut Lawncare & Services
4.8(
42
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Serving Southport, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"Carlos responded quickly to my request for an estimate by meeting with me the next day. His price was very fair. He aerated the lawn thoroughly followed by lawn over-seeding and lime spreading. He prepared thin areas by loosening up the soil with a manual tiller. Within one week, new grass had sprouted throughout the lawn. (September 2017)"
Landscape
Landscape
Landscape
Landscape
Landscape

+73

Response time1 day
Response rate87%
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All About Landscaping
5.0(
15
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Serving Southport, CT and surrounding areas

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In business since 2014

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We hired Benny and his crew to do some hedge trimming for our dad's yard. He was quick to respond and got the job done the next day. I would highly recommend that you hire Benny to do all your yard maintenance and landscaping!"
Response time10 hrs
17 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by86%of homeowners
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A & F TREE SERVICE & landscaping
5.0(
12
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Serving Southport, CT and surrounding areas

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In business since 2015

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I just rescued a young pitbull mix dog and noticed that he was eating the mulch and tree bark from the stump in the yard . I was concerned that he might get sick so I decided to have the stump and mulch removed. I called a few company’s and frank and his father heard my concern and ensured me that they would take care of the job for me and ease my worries. I am beyond happy with the professionalism and dedication they gave my yard. They were efficient and fast. I can’t praise them enough for their work. I even referred them to my nephew who needed some work done. I would definitely call them AGAIN!!!"
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Genes1s Landscaping Service, LLC
4.9(
47
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Serving Southport, CT and surrounding areas

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In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Nerry and his crew were timely and did a great job mowing my lawn. Unfortunately my lawn mower broke and in anticipation of company coming over, they were able to get the job done within hours of contacting Nerry. They fit us into their busy Saturday schedule at a reasonable price and Iâ m very appreciative of the job well done. Would highly recommend their services."
mow
sod instalattions
pruning
mow
trimmer

+70

Response time1 day
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Edwork Landscaping
4.7(
33
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Serving Southport, CT and surrounding areas

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In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Edwin and his team are the best Pros that I have hired to maintain our lawn. They are very friendly, committed and accommodate unscheduled requests. Great service and great value for money."
Response time5 hrs
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Ron's Masonry
5.0(
27
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Serving Southport, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1995

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

"Very prompt. Was at my house when he said he would be. Very professional. The owner explained everything and discussed the cost. His workers left everything clean and were very polite. I would hire him again."
Walkway
Steps
Footing
Walk
Walk

+36

Response time1 day
Response rate85%
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Turning Green, LLC
4.2(
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Serving Southport, CT and surrounding areas

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In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Very thorough in doing what they said they would do. Oscar was the only contractor I spoke with that understood what I wanted - not a traditional green lawn, but a lawn I could transition to a semi wild scape type of garden.neat with cleanup. Iâ m hoping it comes up as indicated"
New Canaan,CT
All natural
Organic lawn and plants
after
Redbud

+44

Response time1 day
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Recommended by82%of homeowners
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FAQs for lawn care aeration projects in Southport, CT

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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