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978 Landscaping
4.4(
5
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Serving Sterling, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business! Book with us online or feel free to give us a call today!

Response time3 days
27 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by25%of homeowners
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Crowley Landscaping
5.0(
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Serving Sterling, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2019

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Don't have a ton of experience hiring landscapers so don't have a great sense of the value. But Crowley Landscaping was available, easy to communicate with, and did great work to cut my lawn for a few weeks while I couldn't. Roughly $90/cut for a yard it takes me 1.5 hours to cut with a push lawnmower."
Response time3 days
Recommended by66%of homeowners
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JG Landcape
New to Angi

Serving Sterling, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

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!

Triple B Remodeling, LLC
New to Angi

Serving Sterling, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

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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Sawyer Services
4.1(
31
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Serving Sterling, MA and surrounding areas

In business since 1991

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"I needed to have the tree removed quickly so we could install an above ground pool. I talked to Shawn when I called to see what the cost would be, he asked me a number of questions and was able to give me a ballpark price range over the phone but stressed how important it was for him to actually see the tree and location. I agreed to have him come out and give us an estimate . Shawn arrived on time and after looking at the site quoted me a price lower than he had originally thought over the phone. To me that is a display of integrity when you have set a high and low expectation to adjust the price according to the actual requirements. Many would have just told me the lowest phone estimate. I only had to wait a few days to have them come out and that was due to rain. When they arrived, they were on time. Great care was taken to make sure the yard looked the same when they left as it did when they arrived (minus one big tree!). The crew was very polite and professional, one man climbed the tree and started taking down the tree on section at a time. The others were moving brush and stacking the wood out of the way. They really worked as a team. by lunch they were cleaning up and done. I would gladly hire them again for any of the services they offer."
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Paver Walk & Stairs
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Thin Stone Wall

+7

Recommended by70%of homeowners
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Backyard Retreats LLC
4.8(
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Serving Sterling, MA and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"He did a really good job, the yard looked immaculate after he picked up all the leaves. He spent the time to get the leaves in the flower beds and around the porch. After the leaf pickup he proceeded to aerate my entire lawn. With the quality he puts forth in his efforts and for the price he charged for all this work, he was more than worth it! I have recommended him to neighbors in the Ayer community and I will continue to use him for his services."
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FAQs for lawn care aeration projects in Sterling, 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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