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IVANSCAPING CORP
5.0(
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Serving Mill Valley, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Ivanscaping is a full service landscaping and yard and garden maintenance company. Owner Ivan Melendez is an experienced certified professional who trains his crew very well, and is very understanding of your needs. My lawn was brown and full of weeds with an irrigation system in bad shape. Within a couple of weeks under Ivanâ  s care, it is now green and flourishing. And my plants look great too!"
Response time3 hrs
Recommended by33%of homeowners
Oro's Landscaping and Tree Services - License Not Yet Provided
4.6(
12
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Serving Mill Valley, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Omar was great on this project to remove some large cactus from a side area in my front yard. He worked very hard to cut everything down as I requested and was timely and did exactly what I asked for, he is a great worker and would use him again for any jobs I needed and also suggest him to anyone I know that needed this type of work."
Response time11 hrs
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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THS SERVICE
5.0(
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Serving Mill Valley, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

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\norder 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\nbased on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

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RSF Construction Inc.
New to Angi

Serving Mill Valley, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

RSF Construction Inc. is a leader in providing our customers with the highest quality service in an honest, efficient, and professional way. Our pledge is to create successful relationships with our customers, employees and community by building trust, treating every project with the utmost integrity and exceeding expectations. We look forward to working with you!

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LEBEC Inc
4.9(
14
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Serving Mill Valley, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"It went very well.  Excellent customer service.  When part of the new lawn did not take, they replaced it.  A couple of the plants did not take and they are going to replace them.  The crew were very professional.  They were working in very hot weather we were experiencing at that time.  When the job was completed we were very happy.  The front yard looks so different with the dry bed creek going through the yard.  We have had many compliments about our front yard.  People were even taking pictures of the front yard because they too loved the design. <br />"
Recommended by100%of homeowners
GardenSense
5.0(
2
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Serving Mill Valley, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We had a variety of small projects that he readily embraced. He revived a patchy lawn, trimmed bushes, bamboo and a small eucalyptus tree and gave advice about all our plants (when to prune or not prune). He knew about all the plants and their individual needs. He didn't make us feel like he was the "expert" and us the "ignorants". His recommendations were minimal for what we needed (to get the yard on the right track to put on the market in a few months). We will call him back again to help with minor maintenance when we list the house."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Oak River Landscaping INC
4.9(
11
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Serving Mill Valley, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I had sprinkler problems for years and could not find anyone who cared or was smart enough to fix it. Martine Martinez from Oak River Landscaping came out with his guys, evaluated it all and fixed it! They are great and they CARE! The price was reasonable also. They do all kinds of landscaping projects. Mary. Santa Rosa, CA."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Jose huezo
4.6(
10
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Serving Mill Valley, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Jose was very professional and so quick! His estimate was very reasonable and the work he did was quality. We love our new lawn and yard. I especially appreciated the follow up care instructions."
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Homescape Now
5.0(
8
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Serving Mill Valley, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They do a fabulous job. They were professional. They continue the yard clean up and they go extra mile. They work hard and they also o a really good job with flowers and get flowers in the yard. I'm a loyal customer to them. They have irrigation specialist."
Recommended by37%of homeowners
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Gentle Giants Gardening
5.0(
1
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Serving Mill Valley, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Warranties offered

6 full time employees, horticultural students hired as laborers and a carpenter/foreman with over 15 years experience. No sub-contracting, bid projects only, time and materials for garden maintenance. Fun crew, highly motivated and personally trained.

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for lawn care aeration projects in Mill Valley, CA

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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