What Services Do Landscapers Provide?

• Landscapers help you keep the dead grass and weeds away. Dougal Waters/Digital Vision/Getty Images

  Landscapers are ideal when you do not have the time to take care of your lawn. Opting for a landscaper guarantees your lawn looks well-kept and boosts the appearance of the neighborhood. Some landscapers specialize in one service, while other companies perform various landscaping services.

Power Raking

• Power raking consists of removing root material and dead grass that naturally accumulates on the lawn. Water absorbs quickly when landscapers remove the dead grass and root material. In addition, new grass grows easier.

Lawn Mowing

• Most landscaping companies mow lawns in weekly, biweekly or monthly intervals. Typically, the landscaper fertilizes the grass and edges the lawn along the sidewalk, decks, driveway and patios. Before the company leaves the property, the staff bags the grass clippings.

Aeration

• Aeration helps release compacted clay and soil. When companies perform this service, it helps manage and stop certain disease, water run-off and dry spots in the lawn. Also, when the soil and clay is loose, water and fertilizer can reach the roots thoroughly.

Miscellaneous

• Landscapers typically remove leaves in the spring and fall. Other landscaping services include trimming bushes, tending to flowers, sod repair and cleaning house gutters. Landscapers tend to charge by the hour when performing a miscellaneous task.

Sprinkler Set-up

• Some landscaping companies install sprinkler systems and maintenance. The company will access the location of where the customer wants the system installed, makes recommendations, upgrades and prepares for weatherization.