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Coop's Lawn Care
5.0(
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Serving Springfield, MO and surrounding areas

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Coopâ s lawncare is professional, and completed all work in a timely manmer. I will definitely use this company again. I would recommend them to a friend!"
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+8

Response time5 hrs
Response rate93%
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Clover's Lawn and Landscaping
5.0(
4
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Serving Springfield, MO and surrounding areas

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Clover lawn called me within 24 hours of the request. They communicated regularly with me, gave me a very reasonable estimate and stayed in touch. The job was completed above and beyond expectations, they even did a final mow after the leaves were removed - even though it wasn't part of the original estimate, without an additional charge. The yard, flower beds and driveway were immaculate. Will use again, they are excellent and very nice people."
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STARTING AFTER DIGGING

+11

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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OZARK TREE & LAWN CARE
4.4(
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Serving Springfield, MO and surrounding areas

In business since 1983

Emergency services offered

"I called Randy on Sat (10/24) to set up a time for an estimate. He showed up at my house about 2 hours later. He gave me an estimate and said he could do it on Monday (10/26). The job was done in a very professional manner. I was impressed with Randy's experience with tree trimming. The job site was left better than when he started. All debris was removed. A job well done. I plan on using Ozark Tree & Lawn Care anytime I need a tree trimmed."
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Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Custom Irrigation & Turf
5.0(
4
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Serving Springfield, MO and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

I am a former GCSAA, Golf Course Superintendent. Thousand Hills Golf & Resort, Branson MO. \n20 plus years in Turf Mgt. Experience.\nMy wife and I owned and operated a full Landscape/ Lawn Sprinkler design & install Co. in KS for 8 years. I truly enjoy seeding yards and helping with sprinkler systems.\nI am capable of working on 2 zone residential sprinkler systems to 50 zone commercial sized sprinklers.

Response time2 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Weed Man
3.6(
112
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Serving Springfield, MO and surrounding areas

In business since 1987

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"First visit provided an overview and was very informative. He treated the entire lawn and described what the next applications would be. The company provided me a veterans discount."
In the 64081 zip code
Newly-seeded parkway.
Customer's yard after one season
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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FAQs for lawn care aeration projects in Springfield, MO

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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