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Q: How do professionals handle uneven terrain during aeration?

• <div><p>Professional equipment adapts to different terrains, ensuring thorough aeration across all lawn areas.</p></div>

Q: How long does a perc test take?

• <div><p>A perc test takes an average of around two hours, but it can range from one hour up to around six hours. Perc tests that require wider or deeper holes and those that require multiple holes dug throughout your property will take longer because there&rsquo;s more excavation involved. The actual filling of the hole and monitoring to gauge the rate of percolation should take under an hour per hole.</p></div>

Q: Do installations include grading?

• <div><p>Yes, most services include grading for proper drainage. Confirm with your contractor.</p></div>

Q: How do I prepare for hardscaping?

• <div><p>Hardscaping often requires preparation of the ground in the area where the feature is being installed. This can include digging, compacting, and leveling the soil, ensuring adequate drainage, and removing any existing plants. The extent of preparation needed will depend on the type and size of the hardscaping feature being installed.</p></div>

Q: How long does it take for perc test results?

• <div><p>Professionals who complete perc tests can usually do them in a single day. Including excavating to expose the test site, filling the hole with water, and monitoring it while it drains, you can expect the test to take between four and eight hours total. It&rsquo;s possible that you&rsquo;ll get the results the same day, but some companies may take a few days to get official results.</p></div>

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Last update on January 12, 2026

Reviewed in March 2024
Brady stopped over the next day to look at the project, answered questions & explained how they would go about it. The areas were dug out, prepped, packed, formed & poured in just a couple days. Crew was prompt & cleaned the area nicely.
JM&M Construction LLC
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Reviewed in May 2023
Great company! They were at my house in 2 days and got the job done quickly and professionally!
Knight Insulation
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Reviewed in July 2021
Prompt, on time, professional. Did a great job. Thank you so much. Will definitely recommend to anyone looking for a responsible, insured, tree service. Thank you Anthony and your crew. Sincerely, Mrs. B
SoDak Tree Service
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Reviewed in May 2018
It was not feasible for me at the time.
Your Home Improvement Company
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Reviewed in August 2016
The job went wonderfully, guys were on time and cleaned up after themselves daily. They were there when they said they were going to be there, sales guy was very helpful with all of my questions I had. Would definitely recommend them for future work. Had one plastic cover broken on the window...
Mitchell Roofing & Siding
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Reviewed in January 2016
They were prop on getting there to view the project, but has been 2 weeks and still have not gotten a quote for the work. This house is a rental and live several hours away, so looking for someone trustworthy, and not getting that feel with this company
Yaris Construction, LLC
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Reviewed in March 2013
I recently started trash removal with L&L. Unlike the competitor, they pick up the dumpster every 2 weeks instead of once a month. I really appreciate this. They are very friendly and have not had any issues at all with their services.
L & L SANITATION
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TruGreen

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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

"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

Rototilling questions, answered by experts

Professional equipment adapts to different terrains, ensuring thorough aeration across all lawn areas.

A perc test takes an average of around two hours, but it can range from one hour up to around six hours. Perc tests that require wider or deeper holes and those that require multiple holes dug throughout your property will take longer because there’s more excavation involved. The actual filling of the hole and monitoring to gauge the rate of percolation should take under an hour per hole.

Yes, most services include grading for proper drainage. Confirm with your contractor.

Hardscaping often requires preparation of the ground in the area where the feature is being installed. This can include digging, compacting, and leveling the soil, ensuring adequate drainage, and removing any existing plants. The extent of preparation needed will depend on the type and size of the hardscaping feature being installed.

Professionals who complete perc tests can usually do them in a single day. Including excavating to expose the test site, filling the hole with water, and monitoring it while it drains, you can expect the test to take between four and eight hours total. It’s possible that you’ll get the results the same day, but some companies may take a few days to get official results.

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