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Harley Bodenschatz
New to Angi

Serving Stockton, MD and surrounding areas

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Welcome to our family-owned lawn care business, where passion, hard work, and attention to detail come together! Founded by a dedicated educator and her daughters, we believe that every yard deserves the same care and commitment we bring to everything we do. This summer, we're proud to help homeowners enjoy beautiful, weed-free lawns with reliable, affordable service. We specialize in weeding and garden bed maintenance, giving your outdoor space a clean, fresh look you'll love. When you choose us, you're supporting a local family that takes pride in treating every lawn like it's our own.\n

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Ace Lawn & Landscaping
4.4(
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Serving Stockton, MD and surrounding areas

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

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From the beginning of talking to Jim Wilburn, the Owner of Ace, to the Lawn Service with Kevin, it has been a great experience.  Jim is very understanding and helped me to decide what service worked best for our lawn.  He has made adjustments as necessary throughout the season.

Kevin provides weekly service our lawn.  He assesses the lawn each week and provides the care that is needed.  Our lawn is beautiful when he is done.  He is the best!!

This is the first time we have needed a Lawn Care Service and I am so happy to be working with Ace Lawn and Landscaping.

I look forward to working with them again next season.


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Recommended by86%of homeowners
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Lawn Shark Lawn Care, LLC
4.5(
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Serving Stockton, MD and surrounding areas

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"While visiting my father in Berlin MD a tree fell in his yard. I contacted HomeAdvisor to find contractor basically to haul away the wood. When Matt arrived to give us a quote I asked him about a total yard cleanup. Matt supplied me with a quote and a time for work to begin. That Wednesday Lawn Shark had a crew of six people show up on time and transformed my fathers outdoor jungle into a outdoor living space for them to enjoy. Also I might add is I'm from New Jersey and Lawn Shark worked perfectly with me over the distance via phone and text. These guys are the real deal and I highly recommend there services."
Mulching
leaf removal
leaf removal
leaf removal
leaf removal

+10

Response time7 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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McGinnis Landscape
4.2(
13
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Serving Stockton, MD and surrounding areas

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"The person who removed the tree (Ron) was amazing. Very professional and excellent worker. Tree was removed, stump ground, and all wood was removed in a timely fashion. Price was reasonable."
Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for lawn care aeration projects in Stockton, MD

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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