Frequently Asked Questions
If your grass won’t grow, it often means the soil isn’t providing the right balance of air, water, and nutrients that turf needs. Healthy soil should feel loose, crumbly, and rich—not dry, sandy, or compacted.
Common signs of poor soil include:
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Grass that turns brown or struggles to fill in bare spots
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Hard, compact ground that’s difficult to dig or aerate
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Standing water or heavy puddling after rain
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Moss or weeds thriving where grass won’t
Improving soil health usually starts with aeration, compost, and consistent organic matter. Over time, this builds a softer, nutrient-rich base that supports strong root growth and thicker turf.
At Northeast Landscape Contractors, we help homeowners in North Andover and surrounding areas rebuild tired lawns by focusing on the soil beneath the surface—creating a lawn that grows greener, stronger, and healthier every season.
Yes – core aeration is one of the most effective ways to improve the health and appearance of your lawn. Over time, soil becomes compacted from foot traffic, mowing, and weather. This makes it hard for air, water, and nutrients to reach the roots.
Core aeration removes small plugs of soil from the lawn, allowing the root zone to “breathe.” This helps:
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Strengthen root growth
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Improve water and fertilizer absorption
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Reduce thatch buildup
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Encourage thicker, greener turf
For lawns in North Andover and surrounding areas, aeration is especially beneficial in the fall or spring when grass is actively growing. Regular aeration keeps your lawn healthy from the ground up.
Lawn grubs are the white, C-shaped larvae of beetles that feed on grass roots beneath the surface. When grubs are active, you’ll notice brown patches, spongy turf, or areas of grass that lift up easily like a loose carpet.
To control them, timing is key. Treatments applied in late summer through early fall target young grubs before they cause major damage. Preventive applications in spring can also stop future infestations.
At Northeast Landscape Contractors, we use targeted, environmentally responsible treatments to protect your lawn from grub damage and restore healthy root growth. Keeping your soil balanced and your grass thick naturally helps prevent grubs from returning.
If you think that your lawn may have a grub problem, give Northeast Landscape a call at 978-794-1010.
If you want your outdoor spaces to look their best without juggling multiple contractors, hiring a full-service landscape company can simplify the process and ensure professional results.
Common benefits of working with Northeast Landscape Contractors include:
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Comprehensive services: lawn care, fertilization, landscaping, landscape design, irrigation, and hardscape projects
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Experienced team: over 30 years serving the Merrimack Valley
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Reliable, professional results: investments in skilled staff, equipment, and fleet ensure consistent quality
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Proven customer satisfaction: top ratings on the Better Business Bureau, Home Advisor, Google, and more
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One point of contact: we manage all aspects of your project, reducing stress and miscommunication
At Northeast Landscape Contractors, we help homeowners and businesses across the Merrimack Valley create and maintain outdoor spaces they can enjoy year after year.
Contact us today at 978-794-1010 to schedule a property walk-through and custom proposal.
While we don’t provide financing directly, Northeast Landscape Contractors has partnered with a trusted third-party financing provider to make it easier to complete your larger landscape projects. This partnership allows you to move forward with your design, installation, or hardscape work now and pay over time.
Fleas are irritating, and ticks pose a serious health risk to people and pets, including the potential transmission of Lyme disease.
Common signs of flea or tick problems include:
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Pets scratching, biting, or showing irritation
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Ticks found on pets or family members
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Frequent sightings of fleas in shaded or grassy areas
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Overgrown or unmaintained landscaping that provides hiding spots
Controlling fleas and ticks usually starts with professional-grade applications combined with proper yard maintenance. Over time, this reduces the pest population and creates a safer, more enjoyable outdoor space.
At Northeast Landscape Contractors, we help homeowners in North Andover and the surrounding areas protect their families and pets with our Flea and Tick Control Plan—keeping yards safer, healthier, and more comfortable all season long.
A focused half-day or whole-day approach can tackle the most important tasks without committing to ongoing service.
Common ways a half-day or full-day service can help include:
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Tackling high-priority landscaping projects quickly
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Refreshing garden beds, pruning, or trimming overgrown areas
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Installing plants, mulch, or other beautification elements
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Completing outdoor tasks that have been on your “to-do” list
Northeast Landscape Contractors offers this through our Signature Gardens Service, creating a custom plan tailored to your property and priorities. We can help refine your project list and ensure the most important tasks are completed efficiently.
Contact us today at 978-794-1010 to schedule a property walk-through and receive a custom proposal for your half-day or full-day service.