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GreenThumb Lawn Care & Landscaping
4.9(
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Serving West Des Moines, IA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"I have used Green Thumb lawn care services for +/- 3 years. Walker and his crew do my lawn mowing as well as snow removal. I have been very pleased with his customer service and work ethic. I highly recommend Green Thumb Lawn Care and Landscaping."
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Response time1 day
14 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by12%of homeowners
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Ron G Construction Services LLC
5.0(
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Serving West Des Moines, IA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

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.\n

Response time1 day
Response rate96%
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Simply Home Solutions
5.0(
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Serving West Des Moines, IA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We highly recommend Simply Lawn Care DSM. Our Project was clearing 3 years of weeds, bushes and trees on a large 3 level terrace garden. We knew underneath all the debris was a beautiful garden. Justin and crew removed 3 pickup loads in 2 afternoons. Not wanting to harm the desirable plants and flowers they listened to us and asked questions throughout the process. We now have the beautiful garden back. I can’t thank them enough for taking on this tremendous project and doing so professionally and with great customer care."
Response time1 day
18 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Designer Lawns, LLC
4.7(
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Serving West Des Moines, IA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2006

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Welcome To Designer Lawns, LLC! We provide a fine quality lawn care services for your home or place of business. We offer a complete landscape maintenance program from mowing & weed control to landscaping design & installation. It's our goal to deliver you the highest quality of work in Central Iowa combined with outstanding customer service. If you have questions, comments or need a free estimate please feel free to contact us at any time.

Response time1 day
27 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Tytan Lawn Care
5.0(
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Serving West Des Moines, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

I take great pride in my experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that I 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 my customers, I take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. My reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

Response time4 days
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Sprout Lawn and Garden LLC
New to Angi

Serving West Des Moines, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

Credit card accepted

Sprout Lawn & Garden is a locally owned, detail‑driven lawn and landscape service built on reliability, craftsmanship, and pride in every job. We help homeowners keep their properties clean, healthy, and looking their best year‑round — from routine mowing and trimming to aeration, seasonal property cleanups, fencerow clearing, and full garden care. Every project is handled by people who communicate clearly, show up when they say they will, and treat your property like their own.

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FAQs for lawn care aeration projects in West Des Moines, IA

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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