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S&A Lawn Care and Service, LLC
5.0(
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Serving State College, PA and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"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!!!!"
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+22

Response time2 hrs
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Recommended by80%of homeowners
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Total Lawn Care
5.0(
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Serving State College, PA and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

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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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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TruGreen
3.7(
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Serving State College, PA and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 1974

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"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."
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+4

Recommended by76%of homeowners
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Mjs Lawncare
3.9(
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Serving State College, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

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.

Recommended by75%of homeowners
Reigh Services Inc
5.0(
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Serving State College, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

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!\n\nWith over 25 years of combined experience, we operate with a commitment to quality workmanship, competitive prices, and a guarantee of our service.

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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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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