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Avatar for Alternative Earthcare Tree & Lawn Systems, Inc.
Alternative Earthcare Tree & Lawn Systems, Inc.
4.4(
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Serving Riverhead, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They came to aerate and overseed the lawn. I was promised the first week in October and they kept there appointment . Very satisfied with the job and the cleanup afterward."
Spray Truck
Lawn Seeding
Tall Tree Spraying
Fertilization Matters
Large Tree Spraying

+136

Response time10 hrs
29 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Green Season Landscaping, LLC
4.8(
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Serving Riverhead, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2012

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"I contacted them to have my lawn seeded. They got right back to me with a reasonable price and the work was done on time and to my satisfaction."
Sod Installation
Tree Pruning
lawn care
lawn & garden maintenance
lawn care

+15

Response time1 day
35 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Sebonac Creek Landscape
5.0(
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Serving Riverhead, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We are in the middle of repairing our lawn which was destroyed by grubs and moles. Max has been treating and seeding it. It is looking better each day. He hasn't finished, but I have no doubt that it will be wonderful when he's done."
Response time7 hrs
Response rate92%
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JM Granados Landscaping
4.9(
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Serving Riverhead, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

JM Granados Landscaping is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and responsibility in all of our jobs. We are a locally owned and operated business with more than 15 years of experience serving Medford , NY and surrounding areas. There is no job too big, or too small for our team. Call today and let us put our experience to work for you!

Response time2 hrs
Response rate92%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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M. McCabeTree Expert Co. LLC
4.9(
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Serving Riverhead, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 1984

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They are great. They really have to maneuver their equipment around my pool and nothing as ever knocked my wood or dropped anywhere on anything. There is a 50 feet Oak that they managed to take care of. It is family owned, very professional, very quick. I called them this afternoon and they came and did the estimate. They are a town business. They are the only tree company i have used. They are very response. He told me he would be here between 3 or 4 and he was here at 3:05."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Environmental Design Group Inc
5.0(
12
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Serving Riverhead, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 1993

Free estimates

Warranties offered

Tree Spraying, Mosquito and Tick control, Organics, Poison Ivy removal, Insect and disease identification, root feeding. Environmental Design Group Inc employs Degreed Horticulturists, ISA Certified arborists and New York State certified pesticide applicators.

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FAQs for lawn care aeration projects in Riverhead, NY

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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