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Hepp Landscaping
4.9(
72
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Serving Pittsburgh, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I contact Hepp Landscaping thru Home Advisor. They were immediate with their response and estimate. I hired them for my fall cleanup on my lawn. Brandon had his crew came out the next morning and did a great job, saving me alot of time and energy. Thanks Vince"
Response time1 day
77 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by86%of homeowners
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Lardas Landscaping Co
4.8(
17
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Serving Pittsburgh, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Demetri Lardas and his crew did an excellent job on all the weed pulling, grass cutting, mulching the beds and cleaning up the property. My clients are very happy with their work. I would recommend them to everyone."
Spring Planting and Mulch
Lava Rock Mulch and New Plants
Rose and Juniper Landscape
New Plantings and Mulch
Wall Rebuild

+9

Response time11 hrs
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Harvest Lawn Care
5.0(
6
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Serving Pittsburgh, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"I would definitely recommend Harvest Lawn Care. They were on point with everything from first contact, to completion of the work that needed down. I had a lot of cleaning and clearing up my front, side and back yards. Debris removal, bush, plant, and trimming of some dead limbs on pine treas. The time frame for having a crew come in was great, and they came when stated. The crew was phenomenal and divided and conquered the work. I would definitely recommend them, and will use them again in the future."
New Bed
Response time5 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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PVT Ryans Landscaping, LLC
5.0(
18
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Serving Pittsburgh, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Excellent work at a fair price. Punctual and professional. Respectful of property and requests. Most people will stop reading at this point, but I suggest you continue for a brief example of how qenuine Ryan is. While he was here doing the job, I was helping an elderly neighbor remove a fallen tree from their yard when the tire on my pull behind lawn cart blew. Not only did Ryan offer to help me fix the cart but he helped me unload and stack the wood free of charge and still finished the job on schedule. A true stand up young man."
Response time4 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Grays Landscaping LLC
4.9(
63
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Serving Pittsburgh, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Wow what an excellent crew Gray’s landscaping has. Very professional and gets the job done. This company deep cleaned, deodorized and sanitized my carpets actually brought them back to life. Also my lawn looks grrreat. If I can give 10 stars I would."
Snow removal
Ivy removal
Landscaping Project
Ivy removal
Yard cleanup

+52

Response time2 days
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by69%of homeowners
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TJ's Landscaping
5.0(
10
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Serving Pittsburgh, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Customer satisfaction is what determines our success, which is why we take a hands-on approach. When interacting with TJ's Landscaping, you'll notice that we're particularly focused on the principles of quality workmanship, timely completion, competitive pricing and integrity in all our business dealings. We combine knowledge and research with our extensive practical experience to ensure a specialized approach for your project needs. Contact us today for a fair and accurate estimate of your project. We look forward to adding you to our long and growing list of happy customers.\n\n

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+19

Response time2 days
125 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by60%of homeowners
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Woody's Landscaping
5.0(
7
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Serving Pittsburgh, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business! Book with us online or feel free to give us a call today!\n

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+6

Response time3 days
27 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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The Grounds Guys of Wexford
3.9(
48
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Serving Pittsburgh, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Adam Graswick, the owner, is knowledgeable in what he does. He was very responsive to questions or needs we had about our yard. We could always count on them to mow our yard on our scheduled day. They also performed mulching as well as installed new landscaping to our front and back, replacing old overgrown shrubs. We just moved from the area, but would highly recommend The Grounds Guys of Wexford for all of your lawn and landscaping needs. A+"
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by72%of homeowners
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FAQs for lawn care aeration projects in Pittsburgh, PA

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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