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TruGreen

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TruGreen

3.73(
2,161
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•Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
1974 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We believe life is better outside. TruGreen is committed to improving outdoor spaces like your backyard, our shared communities and the environment as a whole. That's why TruGreen, America's #1 lawn care company, has a team of PhD agronomists and certified specialists who work to provide tailored care and bring out your lawn's full potential. We're here to help you and your lawn flourish this season.

"The pro has been servicing our Mclean property quite well for a couple of years. Our lawn looks good and we are satisfied with the service. The customer service is sometimes underwhelming but it gets the job done at a reasonable cost which is really becoming harder by the day to get."

Alejandro S on May 2025

We believe life is better outside. TruGreen is committed to improving outdoor spaces like your backyard, our shared communities and the environment as a whole. That's why TruGreen, America's #1 lawn care company, has a team of PhD agronomists and certified specialists who work to provide tailored care and bring out your lawn's full potential. We're here to help you and your lawn flourish this season.

"The pro has been servicing our Mclean property quite well for a couple of years. Our lawn looks good and we are satisfied with the service. The customer service is sometimes underwhelming but it gets the job done at a reasonable cost which is really becoming harder by the day to get."

Alejandro S on May 2025

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The Poison Ivy Guy ~ Undesirable Plant Eradication Only

4.97(
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The Poison Ivy Guy ~ Undesirable Plant Eradication Only

4.97(
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

We are LICENSED and INSURED professional POISON IVY ERADICATORS covering ALL OF MASSACHUSETTS. We DO NOT offer Lawn Care or Landscaping Services. We are located in MetroWest so have the quickest response to Berlin, Boylston, Bolton, Hudson, Northborough, Marlborough, Southborough, Westborough, West Boylston, Worcester, Shrewsbury, Clinton, Lancaster, Sterling, Hopkinton, and Holliston. We do kill poison ivy in ALL OF MASSACHUSETTS so travel beyond these towns as well. We are affiliated with Coopers Poison Ivy Eradication Service. "No job is too small, so give us a call!"

"Last summer they sprayed poison ivy. This summer a few plants reappeared. They came out and finished them off."

Oleg S on September 2021

We are LICENSED and INSURED professional POISON IVY ERADICATORS covering ALL OF MASSACHUSETTS. We DO NOT offer Lawn Care or Landscaping Services. We are located in MetroWest so have the quickest response to Berlin, Boylston, Bolton, Hudson, Northborough, Marlborough, Southborough, Westborough, West Boylston, Worcester, Shrewsbury, Clinton, Lancaster, Sterling, Hopkinton, and Holliston. We do kill poison ivy in ALL OF MASSACHUSETTS so travel beyond these towns as well. We are affiliated with Coopers Poison Ivy Eradication Service. "No job is too small, so give us a call!"

"Last summer they sprayed poison ivy. This summer a few plants reappeared. They came out and finished them off."

Oleg S on September 2021

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Northern Tree Service, Inc.

4.63(
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Northern Tree Service, Inc.

4.63(
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Customers say: True professional
1932 years of experience

Massachusetts based Northern Tree Service offers both residential and commercial tree care services throughout MA, CT, RI, VT, NH and New York. Since 1932 Northern Tree has maintained a commitment to high quality workmanship and has become the most diversified tree care company in the industry. Our services range from large scale environmental projects to tree and property inventory management. Whether you need support planting new landscapes, pruning, or removal of damaged trees and foliage, Northern Tree can safely accomplish any size project.

Massachusetts based Northern Tree Service offers both residential and commercial tree care services throughout MA, CT, RI, VT, NH and New York. Since 1932 Northern Tree has maintained a commitment to high quality workmanship and has become the most diversified tree care company in the industry. Our services range from large scale environmental projects to tree and property inventory management. Whether you need support planting new landscapes, pruning, or removal of damaged trees and foliage, Northern Tree can safely accomplish any size project.

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CountryScape Landscape

5.00(
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CountryScape Landscape

5.00(
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

CountryScape Landscape, located in Shelburne Falls, provides professional landscaping design and construction services for customers throughout Western Massachusetts. Experts in residential landscape design, paver patios and custom stonework, CountryScape Landscape offers affordable, high quality construction and one-of-a-kind landscape design.

CountryScape Landscape, located in Shelburne Falls, provides professional landscaping design and construction services for customers throughout Western Massachusetts. Experts in residential landscape design, paver patios and custom stonework, CountryScape Landscape offers affordable, high quality construction and one-of-a-kind landscape design.

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Ferrandino Enterprises LLC

4.39(
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Ferrandino Enterprises LLC

4.39(
18
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Customers say: Quick response
2001 years of experience

The Premier Home Remodeling Contractor in CT & NY Ferrandino Enterprises LLC is an established and well respected General Contractor that has been servicing customers over 20 years in Connecticut and New York. The company has completed a broad range of construction projects over the years, including bathroom and kitchen renovations, roof repairs, complete home remodels for investors and homeowners, large scale luxury home additions, excavation and site work projects, ground-up residential developments and provides construction services for a publically traded national home builder. Our firm also provides construction management services for any size project. The mission of Ferrandino Enterprises LLC is to provide a reputable and honest alternative to doing business. We vow to offer superior products and services, delivered with integrity, to our customers, and maintain a meaningful work environment for our employees. Our top services include kitchen remodeling, bathroom remodeling, home additions, storm repairs, and much more!

"Jason is awesome to deal with, and the quality of his work is top notch! Very knowledgable about his craft, and has amazing workers on his team. He recently repointed my front walkway at my house, and he did an incredible job! Price was affordable too!!"

Ezra Z on November 2024

The Premier Home Remodeling Contractor in CT & NY Ferrandino Enterprises LLC is an established and well respected General Contractor that has been servicing customers over 20 years in Connecticut and New York. The company has completed a broad range of construction projects over the years, including bathroom and kitchen renovations, roof repairs, complete home remodels for investors and homeowners, large scale luxury home additions, excavation and site work projects, ground-up residential developments and provides construction services for a publically traded national home builder. Our firm also provides construction management services for any size project. The mission of Ferrandino Enterprises LLC is to provide a reputable and honest alternative to doing business. We vow to offer superior products and services, delivered with integrity, to our customers, and maintain a meaningful work environment for our employees. Our top services include kitchen remodeling, bathroom remodeling, home additions, storm repairs, and much more!

"Jason is awesome to deal with, and the quality of his work is top notch! Very knowledgable about his craft, and has amazing workers on his team. He recently repointed my front walkway at my house, and he did an incredible job! Price was affordable too!!"

Ezra Z on November 2024

Allied Pest Control

4.40(
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Allied Pest Control

4.40(
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Customers say: Quick response
1994 years of experience

Allied Pest Control is a small family run company. 3 employees. We give very personal service you cannot receive from larger companies. We do not have sales personal. We price the jobs and do the work ourselves. The carpenters hold Massachusetts Superintendent licenses. We are a registered Home Improvement Contractor with the state. Licensed pest control with the state.

"Our buyers had their inspection done last week at our condo. Their realtor and the buyer were with the inspector the whole time while the 2 employees at Allied were doing their inspection alone. Later that night when my wife and I return home my wife realized that all of her prescription pills were stolen (almost 3 full bottles worth). The employee was a man named George and was working with a younger man. To anyone or realtor looking to get inspections I'd think twice about hiring these guys."

Matt O on November 2020

Allied Pest Control is a small family run company. 3 employees. We give very personal service you cannot receive from larger companies. We do not have sales personal. We price the jobs and do the work ourselves. The carpenters hold Massachusetts Superintendent licenses. We are a registered Home Improvement Contractor with the state. Licensed pest control with the state.

"Our buyers had their inspection done last week at our condo. Their realtor and the buyer were with the inspector the whole time while the 2 employees at Allied were doing their inspection alone. Later that night when my wife and I return home my wife realized that all of her prescription pills were stolen (almost 3 full bottles worth). The employee was a man named George and was working with a younger man. To anyone or realtor looking to get inspections I'd think twice about hiring these guys."

Matt O on November 2020

CHAMPION LAWN CARE INC

4.75(
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CHAMPION LAWN CARE INC

4.75(
4
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Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
"I've been a client for over 10 years! Always happy with their work. I choose to prepay for a discount when offered and have never been disappointed!! Thanks, Dan B."

benoit d on April 2021

"I've been a client for over 10 years! Always happy with their work. I choose to prepay for a discount when offered and have never been disappointed!! Thanks, Dan B."

benoit d on April 2021

Picture Perfect Ponds By CJ Grounds Maintenance

4.75(
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Picture Perfect Ponds By CJ Grounds Maintenance

4.75(
4
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Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Picture Perfect Ponds by CJ Grounds Maintenance “Creating Backyard Paradises One Pond at a Time!” Cascading waterfalls, babbling brooks, blooming pond lilies and the graceful movement of brilliantly colored fish… water gardens create a backyard paradise for today’s homeowners. CJ Grounds Maintenance has been building great landscapes since 1975. Picture Perfect Ponds specializes in creating low-maintenance, natural looking, custom water features that reflect the character and personality of their owners. As one of the first Certified Aquascape Contractors (CAC) in the country and the only one in Western Massachusetts, we are proud of our training and education in the water garden field. We have been designing and installing water features since 1998 and have scores of happy pond owners in the Pioneer Valley and beyond! Our waterfalls and ponds may be “awesome”, but as important: Our customer service is second to none. Add our membership in Aquascapes Water Garden Excellence Program and we are uniquely qualified to build you the pond of your dreams! Call us today: (413) 534-5781 or visit our website: www.pictureperfectponds.com

Picture Perfect Ponds by CJ Grounds Maintenance “Creating Backyard Paradises One Pond at a Time!” Cascading waterfalls, babbling brooks, blooming pond lilies and the graceful movement of brilliantly colored fish… water gardens create a backyard paradise for today’s homeowners. CJ Grounds Maintenance has been building great landscapes since 1975. Picture Perfect Ponds specializes in creating low-maintenance, natural looking, custom water features that reflect the character and personality of their owners. As one of the first Certified Aquascape Contractors (CAC) in the country and the only one in Western Massachusetts, we are proud of our training and education in the water garden field. We have been designing and installing water features since 1998 and have scores of happy pond owners in the Pioneer Valley and beyond! Our waterfalls and ponds may be “awesome”, but as important: Our customer service is second to none. Add our membership in Aquascapes Water Garden Excellence Program and we are uniquely qualified to build you the pond of your dreams! Call us today: (413) 534-5781 or visit our website: www.pictureperfectponds.com

Green Boys Landscapes Inc

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Green Boys Landscapes Inc

4.14(
7
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Customers say: True professional
2005 years of experience

Green Boys Landscapes Inc is a locally owned company that takes pride in their work and maintaining a reputation for high quality work from honest friendly and reliable people.

"I was very happy with the job they did. They listened to my requests and concerns and took care of each one. When I called the office they were responsive and came on the date and time that was given. The guys were polite and friendly. They broke the wire for my invisible fence but had someone come right away while they were here to fix it. The invisible fence worked fine when they left. I would hire these guys again."

Pat L on July 2018

Green Boys Landscapes Inc is a locally owned company that takes pride in their work and maintaining a reputation for high quality work from honest friendly and reliable people.

"I was very happy with the job they did. They listened to my requests and concerns and took care of each one. When I called the office they were responsive and came on the date and time that was given. The guys were polite and friendly. They broke the wire for my invisible fence but had someone come right away while they were here to fix it. The invisible fence worked fine when they left. I would hire these guys again."

Pat L on July 2018

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Lawn Fertilization and Treatment questions, answered by experts

Water daily, avoid heavy foot traffic, and mow when the grass reaches 3-4 inches.

Your lawn will have visible signs if it needs fertilizing. If your grass looks discolored, is slow growing, looks thin, or your yard has bare spots, then it probably needs to be fertilized to give it the nutrients it's lacking. You should also keep an eye out for weeds and pests because they can also be signs of a struggling lawn.

Carpetgrass is a low-maintenance grass requiring little fertilization that thrives in subprime growing conditions. However, regular mowing is necessary to avoid the growth of unsightly seed stalks, and you may have to water it frequently to prevent drying out the soil. That includes watering the grass over dry winters to help keep it healthy, and it may start dying out in particularly cold climates where it grows poorly. Carpetgrass can also be vulnerable to some types of turf fungus, so it’s important not to overthatch. 

A spot herbicide for weed control is effective at killing crabgrass and not grass, but it depends on the type of herbicide. Always check the label to ensure that your herbicide is safe for grass but tough on crabgrass. Overall, spot treatment is ideal because it puts fewer herbicides into the soil, which can damage the soil. If you’re wanting a natural remedy to crabgrass that also won’t harm surrounding grass, you can also hand-remove crabgrass or even pour boiling water or 5% vinegar over crabgrass as a spot treatment.

You can thicken new grass by using fertilizer, watering it 1 to 1½ inches per week, mowing when it is at an optimal height, and preventing weeds. You should fertilize your grass while you plant the grass seed, or soon afterward. Use an herbicide to prevent weeds or spot spray with herbicide to kill existing weeds.

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