We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumers needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order 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 based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job
"Compliments from neighbors."
Dave M on October 2020
We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumers needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order 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 based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job
"Compliments from neighbors."
Dave M on October 2020
American Lawn and Tree Specialists, Inc., is a locally owned small business committed to providing the best lawn care service to the central Maryland area. A beautiful, healthy lawn and landscape can be yours when you leave the work to American Lawn and Tree Specialists, Inc. We offer our customers more than 27 years of experience in the lawn care industry and a level of service that is second to none. Contact us today to schedule your estimate so you can be our next satisfied customer. American Lawn and Tree Specialists, Inc., offers annual lawn care & ornamental tree and shrub programs that includes fertilizer, crabgrass and broadleaf weed control, insect control, aeration and overseeding, and disease control. We also provide vegetation control programs and insect control programs including mosquito control, flea and tick and perimeter pest control. Organic programs are also available. We do not provide mowing, pruning, pulling weeds or mulching services.
"I just started as a customer, therefore time will tell. However, they were responsive, timely and showed care and concern for my lawn."
Keith S on September 2024
American Lawn and Tree Specialists, Inc., is a locally owned small business committed to providing the best lawn care service to the central Maryland area. A beautiful, healthy lawn and landscape can be yours when you leave the work to American Lawn and Tree Specialists, Inc. We offer our customers more than 27 years of experience in the lawn care industry and a level of service that is second to none. Contact us today to schedule your estimate so you can be our next satisfied customer. American Lawn and Tree Specialists, Inc., offers annual lawn care & ornamental tree and shrub programs that includes fertilizer, crabgrass and broadleaf weed control, insect control, aeration and overseeding, and disease control. We also provide vegetation control programs and insect control programs including mosquito control, flea and tick and perimeter pest control. Organic programs are also available. We do not provide mowing, pruning, pulling weeds or mulching services.
"I just started as a customer, therefore time will tell. However, they were responsive, timely and showed care and concern for my lawn."
Keith S on September 2024
Janus Gardens Home Services is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade, combined with ability, is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.
"Reliable and competent landscaping and house maintenance services were provided by Janus Gardens house Services. Your house and yard will be well-cared for because the staff was knowledgeable, reliable, and detail-oriented. They paid attention to your individual needs and preferences and delivered individualised service. Their dedication to excellence and client pleasure ensures a seamless and worry-free experience, whether it is for routine maintenance or unique initiatives. A good option for those trying to preserve and improve their living space."
Cloe G on August 2024
Janus Gardens Home Services is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade, combined with ability, is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.
"Reliable and competent landscaping and house maintenance services were provided by Janus Gardens house Services. Your house and yard will be well-cared for because the staff was knowledgeable, reliable, and detail-oriented. They paid attention to your individual needs and preferences and delivered individualised service. Their dedication to excellence and client pleasure ensures a seamless and worry-free experience, whether it is for routine maintenance or unique initiatives. A good option for those trying to preserve and improve their living space."
Cloe G on August 2024
I have over 18 years of experience in the landscaping business. I take pride in the quality of my work, and in my client and vendor relationships. I look forward to speaking to you about your current and future landscaping needs.
"Reliable"
Harry G on November 2023
I have over 18 years of experience in the landscaping business. I take pride in the quality of my work, and in my client and vendor relationships. I look forward to speaking to you about your current and future landscaping needs.
"Reliable"
Harry G on November 2023
We are a locally owned and operated company with 30+ years of lawn care experience. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction!
We are a locally owned and operated company with 30+ years of lawn care experience. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction!
Let's partner together to grow a lawn you love! Our soil scientists will work with you to create a custom program, based on your lawn's needs. Whether you're looking for a complete lawn care program, aeration & overseeding, or protection for your trees, shrubs, or bed weeds, you'll love the communication and care you'll receive from all of our team members.
"Hired for weed and feed applications. They applied the same product repeatedly although it did not work. I asked for different products and repeated applications beyond the schedule. That did not resolve the issue. I pulled 6 33-gallon bags of spurge from my lawn. I managed to get a full refund. They were also higher priced than other lawn services."
301 P on June 2021
Let's partner together to grow a lawn you love! Our soil scientists will work with you to create a custom program, based on your lawn's needs. Whether you're looking for a complete lawn care program, aeration & overseeding, or protection for your trees, shrubs, or bed weeds, you'll love the communication and care you'll receive from all of our team members.
"Hired for weed and feed applications. They applied the same product repeatedly although it did not work. I asked for different products and repeated applications beyond the schedule. That did not resolve the issue. I pulled 6 33-gallon bags of spurge from my lawn. I managed to get a full refund. They were also higher priced than other lawn services."
301 P on June 2021
Manuel D. Cruz Landscaping is a locally owned and operated company with over 14 years of experience in residential and commercial Landscaping and maintenance. Let us show you our stress-free, reliable and professional touch for any of your home needs. We take pride in all of our work and our dedicated employees are highly trained professionals with years of experience. We�re ready to take on any project and deliver results you�ll be proud of. We know that it takes more than just materials, tools, and skill to deliver outstanding results. That�s why we�re committed to unsurpassed customer service. We won�t be satisfied until you are, that's our promise. We offer excellent, professional, and friendly service at an honest price. Call us today!
"This company has been mowing my lawn for a few months since my old company went out of business. I asked for a quote for leaf cleanup and got quoted $500; when I refused the service he got mad and said he wonâ t be cutting our grass anymore. Very unprofessional and childish."
Rahim L on November 2024
Manuel D. Cruz Landscaping is a locally owned and operated company with over 14 years of experience in residential and commercial Landscaping and maintenance. Let us show you our stress-free, reliable and professional touch for any of your home needs. We take pride in all of our work and our dedicated employees are highly trained professionals with years of experience. We�re ready to take on any project and deliver results you�ll be proud of. We know that it takes more than just materials, tools, and skill to deliver outstanding results. That�s why we�re committed to unsurpassed customer service. We won�t be satisfied until you are, that's our promise. We offer excellent, professional, and friendly service at an honest price. Call us today!
"This company has been mowing my lawn for a few months since my old company went out of business. I asked for a quote for leaf cleanup and got quoted $500; when I refused the service he got mad and said he wonâ t be cutting our grass anymore. Very unprofessional and childish."
Rahim L on November 2024
We specialize in Integrated Pest Management (IPM), as well as Aeration, Seeding, and Fertilization, with our Natural and Blended Programs. Our constant goal is to solve our customers lawn care problems, while protecting our environment. Give us a call today for a free estimate/analysis!
"This is a quality landscape company! On this trip, the crew planted 11 Spirea and a replacement Yew. Everything looks great. They also provide the seeding, fertilizing and kill the weeds on my lawn at the appropriate times. You will be satisfied with their service"
anita b on October 2024
We specialize in Integrated Pest Management (IPM), as well as Aeration, Seeding, and Fertilization, with our Natural and Blended Programs. Our constant goal is to solve our customers lawn care problems, while protecting our environment. Give us a call today for a free estimate/analysis!
"This is a quality landscape company! On this trip, the crew planted 11 Spirea and a replacement Yew. Everything looks great. They also provide the seeding, fertilizing and kill the weeds on my lawn at the appropriate times. You will be satisfied with their service"
anita b on October 2024
American Lawn and Tree Specialists, Inc. is a locally owned & operated company committed to providing the very best lawn care and ornamental tree/shrub care service to its customers. With over 30 years of experience, we offer free estimates where we can come out and evaluate your lawn and landscape. This is our basis so that we may provide you the service your lawn and landscape needs. Our Organic Based Lawn Care Program is proven in getting your lawn to its potential. Contact us today so we can get started improving your lawn. We do not mow lawns, mulching, or pulling weeds.
"Service was excellent. Showed up on time, followed through quickly and job scheduled quickly."
Lynn H on June 2024
American Lawn and Tree Specialists, Inc. is a locally owned & operated company committed to providing the very best lawn care and ornamental tree/shrub care service to its customers. With over 30 years of experience, we offer free estimates where we can come out and evaluate your lawn and landscape. This is our basis so that we may provide you the service your lawn and landscape needs. Our Organic Based Lawn Care Program is proven in getting your lawn to its potential. Contact us today so we can get started improving your lawn. We do not mow lawns, mulching, or pulling weeds.
"Service was excellent. Showed up on time, followed through quickly and job scheduled quickly."
Lynn H on June 2024
Thank you for your interest in Hydro-Tech Irrigation Company. Hydro-Tech has been in business locally for over 31 years and has installed over 20,000 irrigation systems in the DC Metro area. We specialize in residential and commercial irrigations systems, as well as low voltage, outdoor lighting. Our mission is to provide a level of quality, commitment and customer service that will exceed your expectations. Our estimators have over 100 years combined experience and are certified through The Irrigation Association. We also have a Master Plumber and several Certified Backflow Testers on staff. We service the entire Metropolitan area with our main office based in Northern Virginia. Outline of Services: • Installation of new underground irrigation and lighting systems, backed with warranties on all parts and labor. • Renovations including additional zones added to existing irrigation systems. • Smart Technology Upgrades including WiFi controllers. • Annual service contracts for winterization and spring start ups. • Yearly backflow testing/certifications. • We have a team of service technicians to repair, make adjustments and answer any questions or concerns you may have regarding your irrigation and or lighting system. At Hydro-Tech Irrigation Company, we can help you conserve water and save money by providing expert advice. Please contact us today.
"Summary: I hired Hydro-Tech to install a new Hunter sprinkler controller with a wireless rain sensor, and replace a broken sprinkler head. Communication has been poor throughout, including scheduling. I had issues with the controller immediately after installation. While I contacted the tech who provided the proposal via email the same day as the install occurred (5/25), it's been 11 days since I sent that email and I have received absolutely zero response. Given that I reported the controller as defective within a few hours of the installation and have received no response, I can only assume that Hydro-Tech cannot be trusted for after-installation support in any way. Caution is strongly advised. Full description: I requested a quote to install a new sprinkler controller a replace a broken sprinkler head. I was able to get David Ogurko to come out to provide a quote the next day. He indicated it was a small job and probably wouldn't take more than 1 hour of labor. He said the work could be scheduled relatively quickly. David provided a reasonable quote. The proposal requested 100% payment upfront but I emailed him on May 2nd to request 50% payment in advance, 50% upon completion. Given the small size of the contract, he said I could just pay the entire amount upon completion. I then returned the signed contract on May 3rd. David emailed me on May 4th stating that I would hear back shortly regarding scheduling. As I heard nothing by May 11th, I reached out for information. He responded saying he couldn't schedule the work because he hadn't received payment - even though he previously said I could pay after the work was completed. I forwarded the prior email and he responded, "I will take care of this first thing in the morning." One week later on May 18th, I received an email stating that the work would be completed on the 25th, between 7 and 12 PM. A tech arrived shortly after 7 AM. He installed the controller, replaced the damaged sprinkler head, and physically installed the rain sensor. However, he never setup the rain sensor on the controller. I only discovered this after he left, and I had to call to have it done remotely. I immediately began having issues with the controller. Despite installing a wifi access point in close proximity to the sprinkler controller, and the controller and my Ubiquiti controller reporting a very strong signal, the sprinkler controller would drop off the Wifi approximately 30 minutes after initial setup. Rebooting the device resolved the issue temporarily until it occurred again. I sent an email to David the evening after installation (5/25). It is now Monday, June 5th and I have yet to receive any response from David. I later discovered that the Hunter controller just has very poorly designed Wifi code. Wireless devices are expected to connect to the strongest access point when multiple access points broadcast the same SSID (wifi network). This allows you to seamlessly roam between access points in a large building/home, and works well with most laptops, smartphones, tablets etc.. However, it appears the Hunter controller would connect to the proper access point, and for no apparent reason, drop the connection if it saw other access points broadcasting the same network. When I created a dedicated wireless network for the sprinkler controller only on the access point with the best signal, the issue went away. While I appreciate that it now appears to be working, the fact that I received no response whatsoever from Hydro-Tech indicates that they cannot be trusted to provide any after-install customer service."
Jason C on June 2023
Thank you for your interest in Hydro-Tech Irrigation Company. Hydro-Tech has been in business locally for over 31 years and has installed over 20,000 irrigation systems in the DC Metro area. We specialize in residential and commercial irrigations systems, as well as low voltage, outdoor lighting. Our mission is to provide a level of quality, commitment and customer service that will exceed your expectations. Our estimators have over 100 years combined experience and are certified through The Irrigation Association. We also have a Master Plumber and several Certified Backflow Testers on staff. We service the entire Metropolitan area with our main office based in Northern Virginia. Outline of Services: • Installation of new underground irrigation and lighting systems, backed with warranties on all parts and labor. • Renovations including additional zones added to existing irrigation systems. • Smart Technology Upgrades including WiFi controllers. • Annual service contracts for winterization and spring start ups. • Yearly backflow testing/certifications. • We have a team of service technicians to repair, make adjustments and answer any questions or concerns you may have regarding your irrigation and or lighting system. At Hydro-Tech Irrigation Company, we can help you conserve water and save money by providing expert advice. Please contact us today.
"Summary: I hired Hydro-Tech to install a new Hunter sprinkler controller with a wireless rain sensor, and replace a broken sprinkler head. Communication has been poor throughout, including scheduling. I had issues with the controller immediately after installation. While I contacted the tech who provided the proposal via email the same day as the install occurred (5/25), it's been 11 days since I sent that email and I have received absolutely zero response. Given that I reported the controller as defective within a few hours of the installation and have received no response, I can only assume that Hydro-Tech cannot be trusted for after-installation support in any way. Caution is strongly advised. Full description: I requested a quote to install a new sprinkler controller a replace a broken sprinkler head. I was able to get David Ogurko to come out to provide a quote the next day. He indicated it was a small job and probably wouldn't take more than 1 hour of labor. He said the work could be scheduled relatively quickly. David provided a reasonable quote. The proposal requested 100% payment upfront but I emailed him on May 2nd to request 50% payment in advance, 50% upon completion. Given the small size of the contract, he said I could just pay the entire amount upon completion. I then returned the signed contract on May 3rd. David emailed me on May 4th stating that I would hear back shortly regarding scheduling. As I heard nothing by May 11th, I reached out for information. He responded saying he couldn't schedule the work because he hadn't received payment - even though he previously said I could pay after the work was completed. I forwarded the prior email and he responded, "I will take care of this first thing in the morning." One week later on May 18th, I received an email stating that the work would be completed on the 25th, between 7 and 12 PM. A tech arrived shortly after 7 AM. He installed the controller, replaced the damaged sprinkler head, and physically installed the rain sensor. However, he never setup the rain sensor on the controller. I only discovered this after he left, and I had to call to have it done remotely. I immediately began having issues with the controller. Despite installing a wifi access point in close proximity to the sprinkler controller, and the controller and my Ubiquiti controller reporting a very strong signal, the sprinkler controller would drop off the Wifi approximately 30 minutes after initial setup. Rebooting the device resolved the issue temporarily until it occurred again. I sent an email to David the evening after installation (5/25). It is now Monday, June 5th and I have yet to receive any response from David. I later discovered that the Hunter controller just has very poorly designed Wifi code. Wireless devices are expected to connect to the strongest access point when multiple access points broadcast the same SSID (wifi network). This allows you to seamlessly roam between access points in a large building/home, and works well with most laptops, smartphones, tablets etc.. However, it appears the Hunter controller would connect to the proper access point, and for no apparent reason, drop the connection if it saw other access points broadcasting the same network. When I created a dedicated wireless network for the sprinkler controller only on the access point with the best signal, the issue went away. While I appreciate that it now appears to be working, the fact that I received no response whatsoever from Hydro-Tech indicates that they cannot be trusted to provide any after-install customer service."
Jason C on June 2023
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.