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This pro has maintained an average of 4.5+ star throughout their time with Angi.
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Aerate 1 Landscaping & Ponds

Landscaping, Lawn Service, Pavers and Hardscaping Service,
This pro has maintained an average of 4.5+ star throughout their time with Angi.

About us

Aerate-1 Landscaping & Ponds has serviced the Southwest Chicago Suburbs since 1988 providing a wide range of landscaping services while ensuring outstanding customer service on each and every job. Our veteran installation crew maintains their knowledge of landscaping services through constant certification training, regional field training, and hands-on experience. Owner and founder, Hector Martinez, will guide you through each step of your landscaping project from start to finish. Each landscaping project is thoroughly planned and executed so that it is completed in a timely manner and within the specified budget. With an on time and on budget project, clients are able to proudly display and enjoy the landscaping that they had envisioned to be completed for many years to come. Delivering a wide range of quality landscaping services is not just a job for Hector Martinez and his staff at Aerate-1 Landscaping & Ponds. It is the passion to exceed our client expectations on every job that motivates us to strive for perfection. Additional fax - (630) 759-2605.

Business highlights

27 years of experience

Services we offer

Landscaping, pond, pondless, waterfall, lawn services, sod services, lighting, retaining walls & patios.

Amenities

Eco Friendly Accreditations

Yes

Warranties

Yes

Senior Discount

5%

Accepted Payment Methods

  • American Express
  • Check
  • Visa
  • Discover
  • MasterCard
Reviews
4.648 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
88%
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2%
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2%
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Showing 1-25 of 48 reviews
Ron K.
Aug 2024
5.0
Pavers and Hardscaping Service, Fountain Service
Yes, I recommend this pro
Leaks located and repairs done that have resolved the problem. Work was accomplished on time and in a professional manner. The two men were pleasant and kept me informed of progress.

Carter & Dawn L.
Aug 2024
5.0
Landscaping, Pavers and Hardscaping Service
Yes, I recommend this pro
$4,800
Hector and his crew did an amazing job. They started the project within a couple days of reviewing what I wanted done, and worked several days under some extremely hot conditions. The patio, walkway and front paver/flower bed looks amazing. The plan is to get them back out to build an enclosure for my grill!!! Do not hesitate to Aerate 1.

Joey Gander G.
Aug 2024
5.0
Landscaping, Fountain Service
Yes, I recommend this pro
I love the waterfall with the birds and wildlife it attracts. We even had neighbors take pictures of their wedding party in front of it. Hector and his crew are consistently On time and provide excellent service.

Cust/Denise T.
Jul 2024
5.0
Landscaping, Lawn Service + 3 more
Yes, I recommend this pro
We have hired Aerate 1 several times and have always been thrilled with their work. They planted a tree and provided pruning after the tree matured. They surrounded our above ground pool with drainage covered by pea gravel inside brick, and installed a paver walkway to the pool's heater. They landscaped the front and side with mulch inside brick. Every time they do work they make the site look better than when they arrived, even in areas only slightly impacted by their work. I highly recommend their company due to their excellent work and commitment to keeping their promises about when and what will be done!

Linda N.
Jul 2024
5.0
Landscaping
Yes, I recommend this pro
I have used Aerate Ponds for several years. The men are always hard working and professional. I've always been happy with their work

Russell K.
Jul 2024
5.0
Landscaping
Yes, I recommend this pro
Very well. They did a nice job.

Diana D.
Oct 2021
5.0
Landscaping, Lawn Service + 5 more
Yes, I recommend this pro
$17,000
I had an existing pond from another landscaping company that was leaking I called 3 other landscaping companies that specialize in ponds none of them called back I called Hector once and he was at my house within 48hrs. Said he can fix my existing pond I told him I want bigger he mapped out the pond of my dreams. His guys started the job and didnâ t leave until job was done. We even had a very small problem within 48hrs Hector had guys fix problem. His guys were very respectful they were always in masks even tho I didnâ t care if they were. They cleaned up everything then next day Hector came by showed us how to run everything then he walked around yard making sure the waterfall sound was perfect from all spots in yard also gave us web site to get our koi. He does offer financing so you can get a nice pond and not having regrets on not getting what you want. We even had neighbors come by now they want pond by Hector. We couldnâ t be more happier no regrets. James D.

Susan M.
Jun 2019
5.0
Landscaping
Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,500
I needed some landscaping refreshed that Aerate 1 had done for me a couple of years ago. A tree and bushes were trimmed. Rocks were raised from the soil and replaced and slabs were raised and replaced Two flower beds were cleaned up and new mulch was replaced by a tree in the parkway. Mulch was added in all areas. Another area by front steps was cleaned up and leveled and mulch added. Hector came with the crew to explain everything and left. The crew did exactly what they were suppose to do. Afterward they did a good job of cleaning up the area.

Jay W.
Aug 2018
5.0
Landscaping, Lawn Service + 10 more
Yes, I recommend this pro
$7,000
Outstanding! We would never consider using another landscaping company. Hector and his crew were reliable, responsive, attentive to the smallest detail and professional. Daily follow up to ensure we were completely satisfied as the project progressed and when it was completed was second to none. I would not want to be a competitor of Aerate1 because they could not have done any better. These guys are the best you will find!

Al T.
Jul 2018
5.0
Landscaping, Lawn Service + 1 more
Yes, I recommend this pro
$500
We have hired Hector and his crew to do sod for our front yard and to redo our pond - the work was done on time, professionally, and the areas were always cleaned up. Hector and his crew are talented and will work within your needs. Hector is a business man who truly cares about his customers and will offer professional advice but not force things on you. Good company to have work for you if you have needs for outdoor projects for lawn, pond or lighting. Al T

Bill A.
Jun 2018
5.0
Landscaping
Yes, I recommend this pro
Three guys jumped right into the clean-up and trim of surrounding plants. They work hard and this is a very dirty job. Pond looks like new and the yard was all clean-up when they were done.

John F.
Oct 2017
5.0
Landscaping
Yes, I recommend this pro
Hector was very responsive to our needs. He met with us to show us some of his work and to understand what we wanted. He explained in detail what he would do and came out to the house during the work to ensure that everything was being done to our satisfaction. His team was timely and professional, and the job was completed as he described. Additionally, he came out after the pond work was complete and walked me through the process of maintaining the pond, which the business that initially put in the pond never did. We were extremely satisfied with his customer service and the quality of his work.

Jacqueline T.
Oct 2017
5.0
Landscaping, Fountain Service + 2 more
Yes, I recommend this pro
I am very pleased with the finished project. It takes a lot of skill to create something beautiful that looks natural and functions. The work was done very quickly. All debris was cleaned away nicely.

Larry S.
Oct 2017
5.0
Landscaping, Pavers and Hardscaping Service + 1 more
Yes, I recommend this pro
$3,600
Everything went perfect.

Susie A.
Jun 2017
5.0
Landscaping, Lawn Service + 3 more
Yes, I recommend this pro
$7,000
Around seven years ago, Hector and his crew at Aerate 1 installed an Aquascape Rainwater Recycling Pondless Waterfall in my backyard. I was his first residential customer for this type of installation, although they'd done a couple commercial installations previously. It's set up to reuse the water runoff from my home's back gutter and sump pump discharge. I had no idea what to expect visually, but Hector had a vision. I'd seen landscaping jobs he'd done in my neighborhood, so I trusted him and let him have creative control. It was the best decision I've made! It is beautiful! The sound of running water, the ability to water my garden using an additional pump that pulls water from the underground reservoir, watching the birds' attraction to the water feature, the knowledge that I'm putting the discharged water from my sump pump to good use and very minimal upkeep involved--what's not to love? The crew comes out every spring to clean and restart the feature, then every fall they clean and shut it down for the winter months. They do a great job picking up after themselves when they're done. I've also had them clean my garden beds--spading the edges, removing the old mulch and putting down new, fresh mulch. They've always done a great job and are very polite. Hector himself comes out and checks every job personally. I highly recommend this company for any type of landscape or water feature! Hector also recently installed a flagstone walkway that goes from my driveway all the way to the patio in my backyard. I described what I wanted and left the rest to Hector and his crew. They not only gave me what I wanted, they made it even more beautiful.

Tom F.
May 2017
5.0
Landscaping
Yes, I recommend this pro
$8,600
Hector was super great to work with. He helped me come up with a plan and a budget. His ideas and design skills, as we as communication were first class. hector is one of the best contractors I have ever worked with. He was very responsive and answered all of our questions.

Jeordano M.
May 2017
5.0
Landscaping, Fountain Service + 2 more
Yes, I recommend this pro
$7,000
Exactly as described. The workers left the area in an immaculate state after they finished. I am totally pleased. I had them back last month to get the pond ready for the new season.

Milly Kay G.
May 2017
5.0
Landscaping
Yes, I recommend this pro
Went very well job performed and all actions done well whatever I requested

Kara S.
Apr 2017
1.0
Landscaping
did not return my call
Response from Aerate 1 Landscaping & Ponds

"Hello [Member Name Removed], Our company does everything possible to reach back to our customers in a short timely manner or within a 24 hour period. We take note of every call in that we receive and ensure they hear back from us whether they are in our service location or not so that they know we received their message. After searching through our call logs, we were unable to locate you by your name or your number. But we assure you that any call that is received, is also returned. In addition, we note that Shorewood is out of our service area. We appreciate the time you took to leave a review for Aerate-1 Landscaping and Ponds. -Aerate-1"


Deirdre M.
Sep 2016
5.0
Lawn Service
Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,000
I used them for probably seven or eight years.

JoAnna K.
Aug 2015
5.0
Landscaping, Lawn Service
Yes, I recommend this pro
$3,000
Hector and his crew did an excellent job rejuvinating our existing pond.  They went above and beyond a refurbishment, cleaning out weeds, power washing the individual large rocks and installing flat rock and river rock around the pond.  They made it look like a brand new pond installation.
The crew worked very efficiently and politely and when they were done, you would never know that they had just been there.
Highly recommended.
Response from Aerate 1 Landscaping & Ponds

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Nancy A.
Aug 2015
5.0
Landscaping, Lawn Service + 2 more
Yes, I recommend this pro
$2,270
His staff arrived nice and early and worked very efficiently. They did a great job cleaning up after themselves. My yard has never looked better! I did have one neighbor complain about the loud music while they worked, but it didn't bother me.

Dan S.
Jul 2015
5.0
Landscaping
Yes, I recommend this pro
$50
great

Jeanne D.
Jun 2015
1.0
Landscaping
$7,000
we ended up spending another 2 grand to clean up the mess they made.
very poor - save yourself from hector
all smiles day one
all excuses thereafter
save yourself some $ do not call these guys
they upsell you stuff you dont need that actually damages what you've already got so they can charge you more to get what they ruined fixed
Response from Aerate 1 Landscaping & Ponds

"Unfortunately costumer had a major issue that was caused before we got there, and did not tell us the issue they had. We completed everything as promised and even returned at no charge to them. We were not aware of the problem she had and wanted us to complete extra work that was not included on the agreement. We do our best to service our customers with everything we promised be we can not be held liable for work that we did not perform, we offered to help the customer with this problem and they wanted to hold us responsible for any unknown problems they had before we arrived. Thank you, -Aerate-1"


Kathy M.
Jun 2015
5.0
Landscaping, Mulch and Topsoil Service
Yes, I recommend this pro
$450
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Licensing

Bonded

Insured

Licensed*

Trade License Number

Na

Trade License Expiration

07/12/2025

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FAQ

Aerate 1 Landscaping & Ponds is currently rated 4.6 overall out of 5.
Monday: 9:00 AM - 8:00 PM Tuesday: 9:00 AM - 8:00 PM Wednesday: 9:00 AM - 8:00 PM Thursday: 9:00 AM - 8:00 PM Friday: 9:00 AM - 8:00 PM Saturday: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Aerate 1 Landscaping & Ponds accepts the following forms of payment: American Express, Check, Visa, Discover, MasterCard
No, Aerate 1 Landscaping & Ponds does not offer free project estimates.
Yes, Aerate 1 Landscaping & Ponds offers eco-friendly accreditations.
No, Aerate 1 Landscaping & Ponds does not offer a senior discount.
No, Aerate 1 Landscaping & Ponds does not offer emergency services.
Yes, Aerate 1 Landscaping & Ponds offers warranties.
Aerate 1 Landscaping & Ponds offers the following services: Landscaping, pond, pondless, waterfall, lawn services, sod services, lighting, retaining walls & patios.

Contact Information

PO Box 1044, Bolingbrook, IL 60440

Service Hours

Monday:9:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Tuesday:9:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Wednesday:9:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Thursday:9:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Friday:9:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Saturday:9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
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