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MM Central Coast Landscape, Inc.
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Serving Santa Ynez, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1995

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I liked everything about this company - responsive, reliable and do a great job. I had a large tree that was dying which had very large branches among various utility lines. It looked like a difficult job to me but M&M made it look like child's play. They are a great value - I could not be more pleased. Took care of this in just one day."
Response time2 days
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Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Viveros landscaping
4.5(
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Serving Santa Ynez, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They provided excellent service and was very professional and quick. I am so pleased with the outcome. My yard is beautiful. All the neighbors are envious. They came back with a quote that be out all the other landscapers and were very nice to work with. Five stars across the board."
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Response time1 day
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Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Contreras landscaping
New to Angi

Serving Santa Ynez, CA and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

Contreras Landscaping is a family-owned business with over 20 years of experience providing reliable, high-quality landscaping services. We take pride in our hard work, attention to detail, and building long-term relationships with our customers. From regular maintenance to special projects, our goal is to keep your property looking its best year-round. We’re dependable, honest, and committed to doing the job right every time.

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Wild Sage Landscaping
4.9(
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Serving Santa Ynez, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2014

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"We hired Wild Sage to demolish our existing railroad tie retaining wall and install a new Allan Block wall. They started exactly on time, and finished earlier than projected. The entire job from start to finish was superbly managed and executed, and this also includes the initial contact, job-site survey, job price/work estimate, and all communication before, during and after the job. As part of the job they also removed all the wood and excess dirt. It was Super-Professional work, and we couldn't be happier with our new wall! It was just a fantastic job! Thanks so much guys!"
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Streamline Garden And Irrigation Management
4.7(
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Serving Santa Ynez, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Dock, Dock took the time to come out to evaluate with me the problems I was having with my lawns. I discussed with him what I liked yo have done with my problem lawns and he give some of his expertise suggestions to also add to the project. Dock did a very professional job and has a down to earth personality. My lawns are finally starting to look healthy because of all his attention to detail with starting the project, adding the products as was discussed, and all his diligence in following each phase of my lawn procedure. I know I can depend on him for any future lawn or landscaping work I need to have done."
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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FAQs for lawn care aeration projects in Santa Ynez, 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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