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Garcia Gardening
5.0(
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Lawn and Garden Sprinkler System - RepairLawn Care - Maintain and Mow a LawnLawn Care - Maintain and Mow a Lawn - For Business+2 more

Serving Montecito, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Josue and his team have been maintaining my yard for a couple of years now. I highly recommend him! He does my regular lawn maintenance but troubleshoots issues as they come up (over the years there have been a few - repairing a very old sprinkler system, cleaning up and removing fallen branches, treating diseased tree). What I love about him is he just takes the initiative to handle whatever needs to be done. My yard is something I never have to worry about. I truly enjoy working with Josue, it brightens my day when I pull up to my house and see him. He is trustworthy and for me, that is the most important factor when hiring someone who has access to my home."
Response time6 hrs
Response rate100%
35 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 and Garden Sprinkler System - RepairLawn Care - Maintain and Mow a Lawn+7 more

Serving Montecito, CA and surrounding areas

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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
62 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by86%of homeowners
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Aurelio's Landscaping & Gardening
5.0(
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Lawn & Yard Waste Clean UpLawn Care - Lawn SeedingLawn Care - Aerate a Lawn+2 more

Serving Montecito, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2015

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Offers commercial services

"I had a last-minute need for pretty substantial yard trimming and clearance. It felt as though it would need a team of people to do it, but Aurelio worked really hard and got so much done I was amazed! The yard looks so much better."
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Response time8 hrs
Response rate100%
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Lawns questions, answered by experts

To remove old grass effectively, you typically need to dig to one to two inches. This depth typically allows you to reach the root system of the grass, ensuring thorough removal. However, if the grass is a particularly dense or deep-rooted variety (such as Bermuda grass), or if you're planning to replace it with a different landscaping feature, you may need to dig deeper to loosen the soil and remove any underlying roots.

It may sound icky, but yes, urine encourages microbial activity that breaks down organic matter faster. It’s rich in nitrogen, which helps balance carbon-heavy materials like dry leaves or straw. Use sparingly and apply it to a well-balanced pile, not one already high in nitrogen. 

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.

To prepare your yard for river rocks, smaller rocks may require laying landscape fabric to keep the stones from sinking into the ground while encouraging proper water drainage. You should also clear the land of weeds and larger boulders and, in some cases, test the density of the soil to ensure it can handle the weight.

Some things you can do to prepare for yard work services are aerate the soil, fertilize your grass, keep weeds under control, regularly mow your lawn, and water your grass.

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