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Avatar for All About Landscaping
All About Landscaping
5.0(
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Serving Milford, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"My parents yard had become completely over grown due to many years of neglect. Benny mapped out a plan to clean out the overgrown bushes and and bring in fresh dirt and plant bushes similar to the ones we removed, but much smaller, and then add mulch and seed the existing lawn and the parts that were now exposed by taking giant bushes out and replacing them with small ones. The yard looks fantastic!"
Response time10 hrs
17 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by86%of homeowners
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A & F TREE SERVICE & landscaping
5.0(
12
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Serving Milford, CT and surrounding areas

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In business since 2015

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I just rescued a young pitbull mix dog and noticed that he was eating the mulch and tree bark from the stump in the yard . I was concerned that he might get sick so I decided to have the stump and mulch removed. I called a few company’s and frank and his father heard my concern and ensured me that they would take care of the job for me and ease my worries. I am beyond happy with the professionalism and dedication they gave my yard. They were efficient and fast. I can’t praise them enough for their work. I even referred them to my nephew who needed some work done. I would definitely call them AGAIN!!!"
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24 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Natural Choice Lawn & Tree Care, LLC
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Serving Milford, CT and surrounding areas

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In business since 1992

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Just doing an update nearly a year after our first service. Natural Choice has taken great care of our lawn. When we moved here... our lawn was patchy with thin grass. Today - it's has the thickest and most beautiful grass on our block! Awesome job!!"
Response time1 day
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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The Builders & Cleaners
4.9(
95
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Serving Milford, CT and surrounding areas

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In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"i desperately needed gutter cleaning the day before a major storm. I spoke with Dave initially and he worked with me to make it possible and sent out his crew by the afternoon to my house. His crew was so professional and worked very hard to make sure that all the work was done for me and they cleaned up and got rid of all the mess. This company could not have been nicer and helpful. I highly recommend them and am thankful that I found their business."
Dust out from the ductwork
Dust out from the ductwork
Clean vent
Clean vent
Dust in the return

+1779

Response time1 day
Response rate92%
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Edwork Landscaping
4.7(
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Serving Milford, CT and surrounding areas

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In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Edwin and his team were very professional. They removed a tree in my front yard, and I was amazed and impressed at how effective and efficient the team was. I was very impressed with how prompt they were, they arrived before 9 am to start the job. The clean up of my front yard was great, my lawn looked exactly how it looked before they came. Edwin explained the process and the timing of the tree removal and it was executed just as he explained. Edwin was very pleasant and extremely patient, he answered all my questions. Overall, I was very happy with his team and their service. I would definitely recommend using Edwin and his team for tree removal."
Response time5 hrs
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Turning Green, LLC
4.2(
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Serving Milford, CT and surrounding areas

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In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Very thorough in doing what they said they would do. Oscar was the only contractor I spoke with that understood what I wanted - not a traditional green lawn, but a lawn I could transition to a semi wild scape type of garden.neat with cleanup. Iâ m hoping it comes up as indicated"
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+44

Response time1 day
73 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by82%of homeowners
NV Landscaping, LLC
5.0(
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Serving Milford, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I have used Di Scala General Contractors for many different projects over the years - interior painting, finishing a basement, building a deck, mowing, plowing and most recently a living room renovation. This family room renovation involved tearing out wood paneling, installing drywall, rerouting radiators and building built-in bookcases. The crews are always diligent, careful, clean and polite. I highly recommend Di Scala General Contracting."
Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for lawn care aeration projects in Milford, CT

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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