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N L Landscaping
5.0(
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Serving Yelm, WA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"José and his crew did a great job! They did all I asked for, and my yard is just so much better. A great job trimming the shrubs and cleaning out the flower beds! They were even able to mow and edge my very wet and overgrown lawn. I will have them come back in the fall to help ‘winterize’."
Response time5 hrs
Response rate89%
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Martin Landscaping LLC
4.9(
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Serving Yelm, WA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"My lawn was sooo overgrown! Jose had to do a lot of cleanup before mowing. Finished job is amazing! "
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Response time1 day
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DANIEL'S TREE SERVICES & LANDSCAPING LLC
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Serving Yelm, WA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Welcome to Daniel’s Tree Service and Landscaping LLC, your premier choice for top-quality landscaping and tree care in Vashon, Washington. We are dedicated to providing reliable and professional services for both residential and commercial properties. Let us transform your outdoor spaces into stunning landscapes.

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Jack Russell Wildlife Control
5.0(
23
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Serving Yelm, WA and surrounding areas

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Additional email - pugetsound@aallanimalcontrol.com. 6 employees. Multiple payment methods accepted. Bartering okay. 67 point vertebrate pest inspection.

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Lee's General Landscaping
4.2(
16
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Serving Yelm, WA and surrounding areas

In business since 1980

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We hired Ron and his team to prepare our backyard for grass seed.  Ron came by for the estimate at a time that worked with my schedule.  He offered a very reasonable price.  Once the rain stopped, they came by and did a great job rototilling the ground and laying a smooth layer of topsoil. I could not be more pleased.  Ron and his team always leave the yard looking great."
Recommended by81%of homeowners
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Curry Landscape & Garden Center, Inc.
4.2(
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Serving Yelm, WA and surrounding areas

In business since 1987

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"they have a very great service, very spectacular. They are also very fast on responding to our concern and did very quick on finishing the project. They did a very careful job on their work."
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FAQs for lawn care aeration projects in Yelm, WA

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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