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Top-Rated Lawn care providers in Goleta - Updated Nov 2026

Avatar for Green Life Landscape Inc.
Green Life Landscape Inc.
5.0(
10
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Lawn Care - Aerate a LawnLawn Care - Aerate a Lawn - For BusinessLawn Care - Fertilize or Treat a Lawn+4 more

Serving Goleta, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1993

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We have used Green Life Landscaping for four years and are completely happy with their work. Jose and his staff are professional, reliable and do a great job. They provide quality service and are quick. Our yard always looks great and they let us know anytime anything needs more attention. I highly recommend this company. The employees are respectable and trustworthy. I feel confident and safe with them working when we are not home."
Vegetation removal & application of herbicide.
Vegetation removal & application of herbicide.
Vegetation removal & application of herbicide.
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+1

Response time2 days
Response rate100%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for Shofar Landscape Contracting
Shofar Landscape Contracting
5.0(
13
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Lawn & Yard Waste Clean UpLawn Care - Fall / Spring Clean Up - For BusinessLawn and Garden Sprinkler System - Install+3 more

Serving Goleta, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Shofar was wonderful to work with; they repaired our patio slab. Removed /tore up damaged concrete, tore out the tree roots which had caused the problem. and then laid a new slab. They were so professional, timely, efficient, and communicative! I highly recommend this company!!!!"
Response time1 day
Response rate87%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
J W's Weed Whacking, Brush Clearing Service and Gardening Services
3.4(
54
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Lawn & Yard Waste Clean UpLawn Care - Maintain and Mow a LawnLawn and Garden Sprinkler System - Repair+7 more

Serving Goleta, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I was very impressed with the owner, John. He was very willing to work with me on everything. I will continue to use him for maintenance on my yard."
Response time4 hrs
42 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by86%of homeowners
Avatar for Ranch Hands Construction LLC
Ranch Hands Construction LLC
5.0(
41
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Handyman for Multiple Small Projects

Serving Goleta, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Daryl and Joe were amazing! They were extremely polite and respectful and patiently waited when I needed to strategize my packing plan. They moved all the items efficiently and safely, and when they made quick work of getting the items loaded up they were willing to offer additional assistance. THANK YOU BOTH - I would hire them again and inquired about additional yard work, after being so impressed by their work ethic."
Bathroom Remodel Ranch Hands Construction “We Do It All” 24 Hour Handyman Construction Company
Deck Sand and Refinish Ranch Hands Construction “We Do It All” 24 Hour Handyman Construction Company
Gazebo Installation
Horizontal Fence Build
Replace Rotted Siding, Hung Two Doors, Painted House Exterior

+1411

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
28 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for SoCal Irrigation Systems
SoCal Irrigation Systems
5.0(
24
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Lawn and Garden Sprinkler System - RepairLawn and Garden Sprinkler System - InstallLawn and Garden Sprinkler System - Install - For Business+3 more

Serving Goleta, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Tyler from TMD Irrigation Service was prompt, polite and professional. He accurately diagnosed an electrical issue with our sprinkler valves, repaired two leaking valves and got our system working perfectly in less than an hour. He also walked the property looking for any other sprinkler issues and made a couple of helpful suggestions on how to get the most out of our aging sprinkler system. He is intelligent, honest, efficient and affordable. I've worked with a number good of Irrigation/Lawn Sprinkler professionals over the years. Tyler is one of the best."
Response time7 hrs
Response rate96%
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for 805 Tree Care Co
805 Tree Care Co
5.0(
25
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Lawn & Yard Waste Clean Up

Serving Goleta, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I hired 805 Tree Care to remove a 50 year old tree from my backyard, I was impressed the way they worked as a team in removing this huge tree, they also trimmed two trees front yard cleaned backyard and front yard, They are a professional tree care company !!"
Response time1 day
Response rate98%
15 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Lawns FAQs, answered by experts

It’s unlikely your leaves are a hazard, especially if you get to them while they’re dry. However, a couple of rare risks exist. University studies suggest that decaying leaves can produce organochlorines, toxic pollutants similar to man-made PCBs (polychlorinated biphenyls), so avoid keeping them in an enclosed area.

Also, leaves and compost may cause the growth of fungi that can cause diseases like histoplasmosis and aspergillosis, as well as mold spores that are unhealthy for human lungs. Again, severe issues are rare, but those with compromised immune systems or allergies to mold should wear face masks when directly handling leaves.

Water regularly, avoid heavy foot traffic, and clear debris promptly to support lawn health.

Your neighbor is not in a good position to know if your trees are truly dead or pose any kind of danger. That’s why hiring an arborist or tree service expert can be such an important part of the process. If the trees are still alive and don’t pose any threat, you’re in the clear (but you may want to document and photograph everything in case events turn sour down the road).

But if a tree is visibly dead and near the property line, you should remove it to be safe. If a dead tree falls on a neighbor’s property, they may have grounds to sue for negligence. If any branches on trees have died, it’s a good idea to cut them back for similar reasons.

If composting feels too complicated, mulching is an effective alternative. While composting focuses on breaking down yard waste to feed the soil, mulching uses that same organic material as a protective top layer. It's a quick way to get value from leaves, grass clippings, and other yard debris without the time or effort composting requires.

To prepare your lawn for core aeration, water it the day before you aerate. (Alternatively, you can wait until it rains and aerate the following day.) Aerating after watering or a rainy day will make the process easier since you can penetrate moist soil better than dry soil. You should also flag your sprinklers so that you don’t accidentally hit them while aerating. If you have a lot of thatch buildup in your yard, you might need to dethatch your lawn before aerating as well.

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