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Avatar for Brown's Lawn Care & Landscaping, LLC
Brown's Lawn Care & Landscaping, LLC
5.0(
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Serving West Jefferson, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Extremely thorough and professional. They went above and beyond what I asked for in cleaning up overgrown flower beds, trimming trees, bushes, and mulching. The cost was reasonable and I would recommend them 100%."
Response time3 days
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Northshore Care
4.5(
29
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Serving West Jefferson, NC and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Abel promptly replied & was at my door within an hour to provide me with an estimate. Great customer service skills! Only negative(s) were that when I sent an email to him with my decision to utilize their mowing services, I didn't receive a response & instead had to initiate a phone call a few days later. We then agreed upon a date for the 1st mow several days out, as my husband had just mowed the previous weekend. Four days prior to the agreed upon date, I received a text to notify me that the mowers were on their way to my house to mow. I was at work, so by the time I was able to respond, the job had already been completed (earlier than originally agreed upon). Northshore was incredibly apologetic for the date mixup, when I brought it to their attention. They offered to comp the 1st mow & assured me that it wouldn't happen again. We have since agreed upon a date for the next mowing to occur & all is well & back on track. They did an amazing job & in spite of the "rough start", I would recommend Northshore Care to others without hesitation! And, thank you Abel for responding to my initial inquiry. You are ALL greatly appreciated!"
Response time1 day
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by79%of homeowners
Leave it to Levi
4.8(
2
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Serving West Jefferson, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"The service person was very polite and upbeat. He clearly knew his business. He quickly diagnosed the problem and repaired it. He also gave us considerable information about how to maintain our a/c and about the best things to do should we have another problem. The charge was reasonable for the problem. I will have him back should we encounter another problem."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
TJ&K Home Improvement
4.4(
5
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Serving West Jefferson, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 1998

Free estimates

"I live in a rural area and it is extremely difficult to find reliable and responsible yard and home improvement help. It was such a sigh of relief to actually work with someone who is honest, fair and has a good work ethic! I have a large yard that is sloped and bordering woods that was very overgrown with brambles and saplings that was bush hogged, my two story house gutters were cleaned and two small trees were cut down and debris removed- all on the same day while I was at work. I have to say I was a little nervous about what I might find, but I was pleasantly surprised to find that the quality of the work done was everything that I had hoped it would be and I already have plans and estimates on more things that need to be done around my home and yard. <br /> <br /> <br />"
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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FAQs for lawn care aeration projects in West Jefferson, NC

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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