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Avatar for Green Lawn Fertilizing, Inc
Green Lawn Fertilizing, Inc
4.7(
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Serving Princeton, NJ and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Green Lawn Fertilizing has been fertilizing, aerating, and overseeing my lawn for 3-4 years now and their quality, service, and work has produced a beautiful lawn. I will continue to use them because I am very happy and satisfied with their work and superb customer service."
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Response time1 day
456 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by70%of homeowners
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OP Landscaping and Lawn Service, LLC
4.8(
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Serving Princeton, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 2016

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"Oswaldo, the owner was very prompt in returning my call and performing lawn service (the same day) and charged a very fair price while my mower is inoperable. I will be calling OP Landscaping and Lawn Service in the future for additional work."
Response time9 hrs
40 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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EVERGREEN LANDSCAPE MGMT INC
4.9(
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Serving Princeton, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 2003

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"The gentleman I worked with was extremely helpful with regard to providing an estimate and scheduling the job. The yard had been severely neglected; it was overgrown, dirty, and had multiple weeds and branches. The work was completed in a day and the yard looks better now than when we moved in 7 years ago. I absolutely recommend Evergreen Landscape Mgmt. and would work with them again in the future."
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Response time7 hrs
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
Avatar for Rivas All Lawn and Irrigation Services
Rivas All Lawn and Irrigation Services
4.6(
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Serving Princeton, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 2001

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"I find this to be a quality and reliable service for lawn spring cleanup and regular mowing, etc, responsive to particular needs of project, Doug is a courteous, friendly and professional owner."
Response time1 day
Recommended by92%of homeowners
Avatar for Stone and Sons Lawn Care and Painting
Stone and Sons Lawn Care and Painting
5.0(
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Serving Princeton, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 2024

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service that we provide to meet every consumer's needs.\nIt is our mission to provide excellent customer service from start to completion of a project.\nTo understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a personal and professional manner.\nOur reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

Response time3 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Thomas Lee Fisher Complete Lawn Service, Inc.
4.6(
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Serving Princeton, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 1977

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"They are quick to respond to emails/phone calls. They sent the invoice to my corporate office instead of to me, however were quick to send another copy to me for payment. Haven't checked the site to see how/if grass is growing, knowing it would not be watered and we had a dry summer, but the intial grading, topsoil covering and seed/straw spread looked like a good job and was a significant improvement to the rock infested landscape they had to work with."
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Response time2 days
37 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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FAQs for lawn care aeration projects in Princeton, NJ

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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