When we started in 2006 from the spare room in our home, we knew we wanted to address the challenges of Central Texas soil and weather by treating employees like family and each lawn like our own. Now, with three branches across Central Texas, our growing team is still dedicated to helping ensure that folks from San Antonio to Waco have a green & weed-free lawn, healthy trees & shrubs, and fewer outdoor pests.
Business highlights
19 years of trusted experience
Se Habla Español
Eco Friendly
Services we offer
Soil & Turf Health
Replenish soil for a gorgeous & weed-free lawn you’ll love.
Weed Control
Bio-nutritional Fertilization
Liquid Aeration
Organic Topdressing
Grub Control
Disease Control
Tree & Shrub Health: More than curb appeal, we’ll fight for your beautiful hammock holders.
Deep Root Fertilization
Mulch & Rock Landscaping
Insect & Disease Control
Pest Management: Kick back on your patio and play in your lawn without Texas-sized pests.
Mosquito Control
Fly Reduction
Flea & Tick Control
They were prompt, quick to schedule, and courteous. They pointed out problems and offered solutions. I was very happy with their service.
Description of Work: Organic fertilization and weed control.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$29.5
Bill H.
06/2013
5.0
lawn treatment
+ -1 more
These guys are great. Show up on time every time and always meet or exceed expectations.
Description of Work: Aereated Lawn, Fertilized Lawn
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$120
Daniel B.
06/2013
5.0
lawn treatment
+ -1 more
Service was easy to schedule, performed professionally and on time. Analysis of lawn was performed with recommendations for care (adding mulch, adding soil where it had eroded, etc) and I was impressed enough with their services that I've signed up for their annual service of 8 various applications throughout the year. Very pleased.
Description of Work: $25 for Fall Fertilization & Pre-emergent Weed Control!
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$25
Sheila B.
06/2013
4.0
lawn service
+ -1 more
Emerald Lawns did a good job. Their price and quality was excellent. They were very professional and responsive. I would definitely use them again.
Description of Work: Emerald Lawns for lawn aeration.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
4.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$49
Cathy C.
06/2013
5.0
lawn service, lawn treatment
+ 0 more
Emerald Lawns is great. We have used the previously. They are very nice and on time. I think we received a good deal. They are very knowledgeable and helpful. Their price and professionalism is excellent. I will definitely be using Emerald Lawns in the future.
Description of Work: Emerald Lawns for lawn aeration.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$100
Patricia A.
06/2013
5.0
lawn treatment
+ -1 more
The lawn was put in 37 years ago with St. Augustine grass when we built the home. It had lost its former healthy beauty, with a variety of weeds, wild grasses, and stickers invading, and an unhealthy color overall. Emerald's representative walked the yard with me, naming the various invading weeds and grasses, and explaining what the Company would do to rid the lawn of the invaders, and what they recommended for Spring and Fall. The first visit was for the aeration, then the lawn treatment on the second visit. Within two weeks I could tell a difference in the lawn. Now, less than a full month later the lawn is truly an "emerald green," so much so that the young man with the lawn sprinkler service commented that our lawn and one other had the healthiest and darkest green St. Augustine grass he has seen. The lawn is flourishing, so much so that instead of having it mowed every other week, we now have to have it mowed every week, which we are happy to do! Emerald saved our lawn.
Description of Work: The Representative came out, walked the yard, diagnosed the lawn's condition and problems, gave price estimate, explained Company's policies. I received a call for dates for aeration and lawn treatment in a timely manner. Workers came, worked steadily, and were very polite, professional and through during the two trips. Made their presence known so pet would be inside, and let me know when they were finished.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$140
Kathleen K.
05/2013
5.0
lawn treatment
+ -1 more
So far, so good! Look forward to continued good service with this company.
Description of Work: Yearly contract for fire ant control, aeration, weed control, and fertilizer
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$500
Leanne H.
05/2013
5.0
lawn treatment
+ -1 more
Bought an Angie's list big deal. They called me and scheduled service within the week. Work was done well.
Description of Work: They aerated our yard.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$49
James D.
05/2013
5.0
lawn treatment
+ -1 more
They did a great job, yard looks great
Description of Work: Aeration
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$49
Jill V.
05/2013
5.0
lawn service, lawn treatment
+ 0 more
Everything was fine. They were prompt when I called them and I did not have any problems with them.
Description of Work: I used Emerald Lawns to aerate the lawn.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$49
John D C.
05/2013
4.0
lawn service, lawn treatment
+ 0 more
Emerald Lawns I have been very happy with them. My lawn looks great. I use them quarterly. They come out quarterly. They came out last time about a month or two a go. They due back in a month or two. I have been very happy with them. My lawn looks good so I hired them to do it quarterly. They are charging I think it's around with tax it's $38.97. They came out in April, April 16th was the last time. They have been fine to work with. If I have weeds or things in between, I've called them and they come out and treat them. You know you can have things pop in in between. So they have been very cooperative. Very helpful.
Description of Work: Emerald Lawns treats my lawn quarterly.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
4.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$38.97
Cecily G.
05/2013
5.0
lawn treatment
+ -1 more
So far, so good. Emerald Lawns has come out and done an aeration on my grass (per my request) and followed up that service with the weed control and lawn fertilization. It's too early to tell if my grass is going to have a big turn around but so far I've been happy with them an would have no problem recommending them to anyone wanting these types of lawn services.
Description of Work: I purchased a big deal from Angie's List for weed control and organic lawn fertilization. Jennifer met me at my house to take measurements of my front and back lawns and we discussed other options and services they provided because I wanted more information on how to get my grass in better shape. All my options were explained in detail to me and I felt comfortable enough with their services that I signed up for them to do a every six week treatment on my lawn.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$29
PETER N.
05/2013
4.0
lawn treatment
+ -1 more
The process took two visits. The first was to check if the aeration machine could fit through a fence gate. The actual aeration was scheduled for Thursday 5/9 (3 weeks after the first visit). I watered the night before as instructed. Bad weather forced a cancellation on 5/9. The expectation was for it to be rescheduled for 5/10, but apparently the weather was still too bad. I had no further contact from the company after the initial cancellation. The work was finally completed on 5/13. According to my wife, the technician blocked the driveway with his equipment. It would have been nice to get a call saying that the work was rescheduled for 5/13 after the second apparent cancellation. That way I could have told my wife to expect the work and I could have watered again.
Description of Work: Company performed a core lawn aeration.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
4.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$49
Charles S.
05/2013
5.0
lawn treatment, mulch
+ 0 more
Emerald Lawns person came by and provided an evaluation and quote for signing up for their service, which includes 8 or so visits per year to provide fertilizer and weed control. I requested aeration and top dressing to help the yard get some nutrients and survive the heat better than it did last year. I got a confirmation email, listing the services that we had discussed. Emerald Lawns also called me prior to their first visit. They applied fertilizer and weed killer on the first visit. They used a leaf blower to clean the sidewalk after applying the fertilizer. I could see a response to the weed killer by the next day or two, with the weed leaves curling up. The next day they came by and did a thorough job of aerating the yard and applying a generous top dressing with Dillo Dirt. The small yard and patio makes it hard to maneuver equipment, and they used a wheelbarrow to provide top dressing in the areas where the machine-driven applicator couldn't reach. They leave special instructions on the receipts, like advice to water heavily after the top dressing. I was told that if there were any issues to give them a call and they would make a visit. The people involved in both treatments were polite and professional, and their trucks are clean and branded. They left a receipt with the person's name and time of day written on it. I was able to pay the bills using a credit card through their Web site, and got a receipt from them in email. So far so good. I'm happy that the yard is finally getting some professional care, and we'll see how it responds over time.
Description of Work: Aeration and top dressing with Dillo Dirt
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$250
Sue H.
05/2013
5.0
lawn treatment
+ -1 more
Great , also prompt and courteous. Quickly do there monthly service. Any issues arise, they come back at no charge to take care of it
Description of Work: Monthly lawn fertilization , weed control and fire ant treatment
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$75
Stephen H.
05/2013
5.0
lawn treatment, mulch
+ 0 more
The $25 Big Deal is primarily a vehicle for them to give you an estimate for annual service. That actually works out into a $50 discount if you sign up, which I did, so that's fine.
Description of Work: This is an annual service for ten treatments over the course of a year. They are good about responding to emails and give a senior citizen & military discount. I'm only four months into the service, so we'll see how the yard looks at the end and I'll update my review.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$350
Timothy M.
05/2013
3.0
lawn treatment
+ -1 more
I did not notice any improvement in my lawn, tree's nor shrubs after their services. Plus they seriously tried to up-sell products and or services.
Description of Work: They came out and evaluated my lawn, tree's and shrubs, then a tech came out and performed some services.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
3.0
value
3.0
professionalism
4.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
4.0
$45
Bill H.
05/2013
5.0
lawn treatment
+ -1 more
Excellent as always. On time, On Task, Excellent Communications, Competitively Priced
Description of Work: Aeration of lawn and previous fertilization
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$100
Joi H.
05/2013
1.0
lawn service, lawn treatment
+ 0 more
First of all it was difficult to get someone, and actual person, to answer the phone, EVER. After leaving numerous messages, someone finally called back and told us they would come by and do an evaluation and the weed/feed treatment. They did come by and left an evaluation of the yard's condition and what they did. We decided to use their services for grub treatment and aeration. Again called, got a machine and they never called back, even after leaving several messages. Finally, they called and said they were coming on Thursday to aerate the lawn and we needed to soak the lawn the night before. We called back and told them that we would need to reschedule as our water day was Sunday, we were not allowed to water any other day. Again with the messages and waiting for someone to call back. Finally spoke with someone who said they would change it to Monday. So we watered the entire yard Sunday and they did not show up Monday, or the next day. Again more talking to the machine and leaving messages and finally get a call that, "No they were not supposed to be there that Monday, they would call and let us know when they were coming." A week goes by and they say they are coming the following Monday. We had gotten some rain, the yard actually felt spongy so we did not do additional watering. We get a call mid-week after it was apparent they did not come on Monday, he said that our yard was too hard to aerate. My husband works in the golf industry and they aerate the greens all the time without ?soaking them beforehand?. We called and told them to not come out anymore. About 10 days later, on a Saturday morning I go to do laundry. We have a grey water line from the washer. My laundry room flooded because someone had tightly rolled up the line and placed it next to the house. I asked my neighbor if he had seen anyone in my back yard. He?s outside a lot because they are doing some remodeling to their back porch. He told me he had seen a guy from Emerald Lawn in my back yard sprinkling something in the yard. I called Emerald and told them to never, ever set foot on my property again. We had no idea they were coming that day or why, when we had told them not to come anymore. More evidence of very poor communication within this company! They called back saying they hadn?t been there. Then they called back saying, oh, yeah, they had been there and the guy had rolled up the hose. This company needs to get a full time receptionist and reconsider how they communicate with people. We will never use their services again, and told our friends and neighbors about their poor service.
Description of Work: Coupon deal for weed treatment organic fertilization, which was done. Purchased additional services - aeration and grub treatment, which were not performed.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
3.0
value
3.0
professionalism
1.0
responsiveness
1.0
punctuality
1.0
$60
Response from Emerald Lawns
Hello Mrs. [member name removed]. We do have a full-time receptionist and our business hours are from 8-5 Monday through Friday. This would be the first time I've had a complaint that we did not return a message, and I'm sincerely sorry if this happened to you. I can't speak about the reschedules and promised dates except that it would be the first time that I've received a complaint about these as well. I talked to the technician about the hose that had been rolled up from the washing machine and he assured me it was not him. I called your husband and told him my technician had promised me that he had not touched the hose. He had walked in the backyard and realized that it was too dry to aerate and walked back out. I then called your husband and let him know it must have been someone else. A little later he called me back and let me know that his rider had just informed him that he had indeed rolled up the hose to get it out of the way before he realized they would be unable to aerate. In order to be completely honest I immediately called your husband back and let him know. I also offered to pay in full any damages that might have incurred. Hoses draining into the yard from the washing machine aren't very common and he was unaware that he was doing something that might be damaging. Once again I am very sorry and would do whatever I need to do to rectify the situation with you.
jianlan L.
05/2013
4.0
lawn treatment
+ -1 more
Seems only front yard got serviced, not bad yard. We only spent $29.50 for coupon so I was too lazy to follow up anyways.
Description of Work: We only used coupon value and didn't sign up for ongoing service.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
3.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
$29.5
Harold B.
05/2013
3.0
lawn service
+ -1 more
That was a waste of time and money. I didn't think they knew what they were doing. I asked them to plant some St. Augustine grass and they simply threw it on the ground and said water it for three weeks. I did that and it died by the end of the summer. The price was reasonable but the work for that price was rather poor. They tend to show up without warning, without calling ahead. I thought that that wasn't a very professional way of running a business.
Description of Work: I used a big deal purchase for Emerald Lawns $65 for core lawn aeration services.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
2.0
value
4.0
professionalism
3.0
responsiveness
3.0
$65
Response from Emerald Lawns
Hello (member name removed). I have the notes from the work done over 2 years ago so I have an accurate record about what was done. The same day we planted your sod we also applied a layer of topsoil/compost to the entire lawn. We never put sod down without some sort of preparation unless it is unnecessary to do so. We always call ahead 2 days in advance because we prefer the customer to be home if possible. I'm very sorry the grass we planted did not make it, but I'm thinking the record drought and heat of 2011 may have been the culprit. I don't know what I could do at this point to make you happy but I'm willing to try. Give me a call at 990-2199 if you'd like to work it out with me. Luke Hawthorne- Owner
Gail & Sadik M.
04/2013
5.0
lawn treatment
+ -1 more
I signed up for a "Big Deal" on Angie's list. The company came promptly and was ready to treat my lawn, but I stopped them because I don't want "weed and feed" products around my trees. In the end they put some organic fertilizer and that was all they could do for me because I do not want anything but organic treatment in my yard and garden. I did not sign up for further service. They were very polite and understood my issues with chemicals.
Description of Work: They spread organic fertilizer on my front lawn.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
$100
Donna M.
04/2013
5.0
lawn treatment
+ -1 more
Good consultation before work was done. Effective treatment. Options for future service explained well.
Description of Work: Lawn fertilization
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$30
Pat B.
04/2013
5.0
lawn treatment
+ -1 more
It went okay, they didn't put down a whole lot but for $25 it's fine. They were very nice. I tended to have less weed than I usually do. It wasn't perfect but it was better than usual.
Description of Work: I used the "Big Deal" for the lawn fertilization treatment done by Emerald Lawn. They just put pre emergent down.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$25
Barbara B.
04/2013
5.0
lawn treatment
+ -1 more
They're a good company. They called me immediately and came out within the week. I was super impressed with them and I wish more companies would act like them. They were on the ball and my lawn is starting to look pretty good!
Description of Work: I purchased a Big Deal for $49 for Lawn Aeration!
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Service Categories
Lawn Fertilization & Treatment,
Lawn and Yard Work,
Mulch and Topsoil,
Landscaping,
Lawn Irrigation,
Pest Control,
Lamp Repair
FAQ
Emerald Lawns is currently rated 4.6 overall out of 5.
Monday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Emerald Lawns accepts the following forms of payment: American Express,Check,Discover,MasterCard,Visa
No, Emerald Lawns does not offer emergency services.
No, Emerald Lawns does not offer warranties.
Emerald Lawns offers the following services: Soil & Turf Health
Replenish soil for a gorgeous & weed-free lawn you’ll love.
Weed Control
Bio-nutritional Fertilization
Liquid Aeration
Organic Topdressing
Grub Control
Disease Control
Tree & Shrub Health: More than curb appeal, we’ll fight for your beautiful hammock holders.
Deep Root Fertilization
Mulch & Rock Landscaping
Insect & Disease Control
Pest Management: Kick back on your patio and play in your lawn without Texas-sized pests.
Mosquito Control
Fly Reduction
Flea & Tick Control