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S&A Lawn Care and Service, LLC

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S&A Lawn Care and Service, LLC

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Customers say: Quick response
3 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

"I had a lot of weeds and thistles in my front and backyards. Not only were they cleaned out, quickly and thoroughly, but the price to take care of it was BEYOND reasonable. Theyre great with communication! . The young lady that took care of my weeds worked extremely hard If you want your yard done at a reasonable price I would recommend this business.10/10!!!!"

Rachel R on September 2025

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

"I had a lot of weeds and thistles in my front and backyards. Not only were they cleaned out, quickly and thoroughly, but the price to take care of it was BEYOND reasonable. Theyre great with communication! . The young lady that took care of my weeds worked extremely hard If you want your yard done at a reasonable price I would recommend this business.10/10!!!!"

Rachel R on September 2025


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Total Lawn Care

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Total Lawn Care

5.00(
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
26 years of experience

TLC, Total Lawn Care is a private, locally owned professional lawn service in the State College Area and Centre Region. Services include lawn fertilization, mowing, aeration, dethatching, property beautification, mulching, softscape installation, spring clean up, fall clean up, and snow removal. Our fertilization program was developed by a Penn State turfgrass research scientist specifically for the Centre Region. The owner of TLC, Rick Schreiber, earned a Bachelor of Science in Turfgrass Science from Penn State and is actively involved in each client project.

TLC, Total Lawn Care is a private, locally owned professional lawn service in the State College Area and Centre Region. Services include lawn fertilization, mowing, aeration, dethatching, property beautification, mulching, softscape installation, spring clean up, fall clean up, and snow removal. Our fertilization program was developed by a Penn State turfgrass research scientist specifically for the Centre Region. The owner of TLC, Rick Schreiber, earned a Bachelor of Science in Turfgrass Science from Penn State and is actively involved in each client project.


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TruGreen

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TruGreen

3.73(
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Customers say: True professional
52 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We believe life is better outside. TruGreen is committed to improving outdoor spaces like your backyard, our shared communities and the environment as a whole. That's why TruGreen, America's #1 lawn care company, has a team of PhD agronomists and certified specialists who work to provide tailored care and bring out your lawn's full potential. We're here to help you and your lawn flourish this season.

"The pro has been servicing our Mclean property quite well for a couple of years. Our lawn looks good and we are satisfied with the service. The customer service is sometimes underwhelming but it gets the job done at a reasonable cost which is really becoming harder by the day to get."

Alejandro S on May 2025

We believe life is better outside. TruGreen is committed to improving outdoor spaces like your backyard, our shared communities and the environment as a whole. That's why TruGreen, America's #1 lawn care company, has a team of PhD agronomists and certified specialists who work to provide tailored care and bring out your lawn's full potential. We're here to help you and your lawn flourish this season.

"The pro has been servicing our Mclean property quite well for a couple of years. Our lawn looks good and we are satisfied with the service. The customer service is sometimes underwhelming but it gets the job done at a reasonable cost which is really becoming harder by the day to get."

Alejandro S on May 2025


S&A Lawn Care & Maintenance

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S&A Lawn Care & Maintenance

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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
3 years of experience

We do landscaping which includes mowing, trimming bushes, string trimming, and mulching. We charge a low but reasonable rate for professional work. All jobs get done quickly and efficiently. This business is owner-operated.

"The work was excellent. Areas look great. Workers came when they said they would. Communicated very well. Listened to what I asked. Work done effectively and in a timely manner."

Patricia M on October 2023

We do landscaping which includes mowing, trimming bushes, string trimming, and mulching. We charge a low but reasonable rate for professional work. All jobs get done quickly and efficiently. This business is owner-operated.

"The work was excellent. Areas look great. Workers came when they said they would. Communicated very well. Listened to what I asked. Work done effectively and in a timely manner."

Patricia M on October 2023


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Mjs Lawncare

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Mjs Lawncare

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Customers say: Quick response
19 years of experience

Residential & commercial mowing, trimming, edging & mulching, tree & hedge trimming, spring & fall cleanup, retaining walls & patio, seeding and planting, fertilizing, spraying, turf analysis, snow removal, de-icing, mini-excavating & demolition.

Residential & commercial mowing, trimming, edging & mulching, tree & hedge trimming, spring & fall cleanup, retaining walls & patio, seeding and planting, fertilizing, spraying, turf analysis, snow removal, de-icing, mini-excavating & demolition.


Reigh Services Inc

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Reigh Services Inc

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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

We specialize in electrical BUT we do carpentry, framing, excavation work and all those home repairs that have that ‘HONEY DO LIST” growing out of control. Click here to review all of the services offered. There are too many services to list so if you don’t see the service you’re looking for please call to discuss. There are no projects too small! With over 25 years of combined experience, we operate with a commitment to quality workmanship, competitive prices, and a guarantee of our service.

We specialize in electrical BUT we do carpentry, framing, excavation work and all those home repairs that have that ‘HONEY DO LIST” growing out of control. Click here to review all of the services offered. There are too many services to list so if you don’t see the service you’re looking for please call to discuss. There are no projects too small! With over 25 years of combined experience, we operate with a commitment to quality workmanship, competitive prices, and a guarantee of our service.


Perfect Touch Lawn Care

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Perfect Touch Lawn Care

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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Perfect Touch Lawn Care has been in the lawn care and maintenance business for over 10 years. We are fully insured and licensed to perform all services that we offer. We like to take time to get to know our customers and their expectations so we can provide exactly what they need.

Perfect Touch Lawn Care has been in the lawn care and maintenance business for over 10 years. We are fully insured and licensed to perform all services that we offer. We like to take time to get to know our customers and their expectations so we can provide exactly what they need.


A+ Collegiate Work Force LLC

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A+ Collegiate Work Force LLC

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Free onsite estimate

A+ Was Founded to Provide Centre County with all its landscaping and painting needs. What separates A+ from the rest is our devotion to exceed the markets needs with quality workman. Hear at Collegiate workforce we stride to hire local hard working qualified students to provide services. We also have a Full time handpicked staff all year round to provide services as well. As part of our workforce we have a lead hardscaper, Painter who have been in the industry for years providing Quality workmanship and are always around leading our guys from job to job to provide unmatched results. "CALL TODAY ALL NEW CUSTOMERS ARE AWARDED 10% OFF JUST MENTION THIS ADD"

A+ Was Founded to Provide Centre County with all its landscaping and painting needs. What separates A+ from the rest is our devotion to exceed the markets needs with quality workman. Hear at Collegiate workforce we stride to hire local hard working qualified students to provide services. We also have a Full time handpicked staff all year round to provide services as well. As part of our workforce we have a lead hardscaper, Painter who have been in the industry for years providing Quality workmanship and are always around leading our guys from job to job to provide unmatched results. "CALL TODAY ALL NEW CUSTOMERS ARE AWARDED 10% OFF JUST MENTION THIS ADD"


Jason McCaslin Home Improvement

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Jason McCaslin Home Improvement

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26 years of experience

Small family business that provides many services. Custom woodworking to Home Improvements,Remodeling,Maintenance and a whole lot more. Highly Experienced in all trades. Insured, Pa state registerd and easy to work with.

Small family business that provides many services. Custom woodworking to Home Improvements,Remodeling,Maintenance and a whole lot more. Highly Experienced in all trades. Insured, Pa state registerd and easy to work with.


FAQs for lawn care aeration projects in State College, PA

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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