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Field of Dreams Lawn Care Inc. is an Independence-based lawn care and pest control company serving homeowners across Greater Cleveland and Northeast Ohio. We focus on turf health through fertilization, weed control, core aeration and overseeding, grub protection, lime applications and targeted pest services—not mowing or landscaping.
Start with the problem you can see. Recurring weeds may point to weed control; hard, compacted soil can make core aeration worth discussing; and loose or browning turf may call for grub protection. If you want one team to manage treatment timing throughout the season, compare our recurring lawn care service.
Our team serves Independence, Cleveland, Parma, Strongsville, Lakewood, North Royalton, Medina, Brunswick, Westlake, Hudson, Chagrin Falls and other listed communities across the region. See our Northeast Ohio service areas, including lawn care in Parma, or request a free estimate if you are not sure which treatment fits.
Our Services
Compare Lawn, Soil & Pest Treatments
Choose a service to see what it addresses, when timing matters, and what to expect. For a coordinated seasonal plan, visit our lawn care service program.
Lawn Fertilization
Our signature 7-step seasonal program delivers professional-grade, timed-release granular fertilizer through the root system. Each application is carefully timed to Ohio's growing season — from early spring crabgrass pre-emergent through winter prep feeding. The foundation of every healthy lawn.
Learn moreWeed Control
Targeted treatments manage dandelion, clover, crabgrass, plantain, and other persistent weeds. Weed control is included with every fertilization program, with timing adjusted to the weeds and seasonal conditions present.
Learn moreCore Aeration & Overseeding
Plug aeration relieves compacted Ohio clay soil, improving water absorption, air circulation, and root development. Combined with overseeding, it fills thin spots and builds a thicker, more resilient lawn. Best performed in early fall when cool-season grasses recover fastest.
Learn moreGrub Protection
Preventive treatments target young Japanese beetle and European chafer larvae before extensive root damage develops. Timing, watering, weather, product choice, and grub pressure all affect control.
Learn moreMosquito Control
Barrier spray treatments reduce mosquito, tick, and flea populations for 2 to 4 weeks per application. The treatment targets resting areas where mosquitoes harbor during the day — shrubs, fences, under decks, and shaded lawn edges. Enjoy your outdoor spaces again.
Learn moreFoundation Insect Control
Quarterly exterior treatments help reduce ants, spiders, beetles, and other crawling pests around common foundation entry points. Residual performance varies by product, surface, weather, irrigation, and pest pressure.
Learn moreLime Applications
Soil pH correction for acidic Ohio clay. When soil is too acidic, nutrients become chemically locked and unavailable to grass roots — even when fertilizer is applied regularly. Lime restores optimal pH, unlocks trapped nutrients, and reduces moss growth in shaded areas.
Learn moreTree & Shrub Feeding
Surface feeding delivers essential nutrients directly to the feeder root zone for fuller foliage, richer color, and improved stress resistance. Applied in spring and fall to match the natural growth cycles of woody plants in Ohio's climate.
Learn moreSpecialty Treatments
Snow mold prevention is intended to reduce winter disease pressure. Surface insect control targets listed turf pests when diagnosis and timing support treatment. Active customers can also request service calls between scheduled treatments.
Learn moreOur Signature Program
The 7-Step Lawn Fertilization Program
The cornerstone of everything we do is our 7-step seasonal fertilization and weed control program. Professional-grade, timed-release granular fertilizer feeds your lawn through the root system in the soil. Each of the seven applications is carefully timed to Ohio's growing season for maximum results.
The program begins in early spring with crabgrass pre-emergent and balanced fertilizer to support green-up. Through spring and summer, broadleaf weed control targets dandelions, clover, and plantain while timed-release fertilizers support color and density. Fall applications focus on root support and winter preparation, with results still shaped by weather, mowing, watering, and the lawn's starting condition.
Every program is customized to your property. No two lawns are the same, and cookie-cutter programs produce cookie-cutter results. Your Field of Dreams technician knows your lawn's history, soil type, and specific challenges — and adjusts each application accordingly.
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The Field of Dreams Difference
What Makes Us Different
Founded in 1997 by Allen Oriti with the hope of re-establishing personal service to the lawn care industry. Twenty-nine years later, that mission has not changed.
Customized Treatment Plans
No cookie-cutter programs. Your lawn gets a plan tailored to its soil, grass type, and specific challenges. Your technician knows your property's history and adjusts every application based on current conditions — not a generic schedule.
Free Service Calls
Active customers receive unlimited complimentary visits between scheduled treatments. If something looks off — a weed breakthrough, a discolored patch, insect activity — call us and we will come back at no charge. National chains charge extra for this.
Family-Owned Since 1997
Allen Oriti still leads every aspect of the operation alongside his family and a team of dedicated technicians. When you call Field of Dreams, you talk to a real person who knows your lawn. That is the difference a family-owned company makes.
50+ Years Combined Experience
Our team brings more than 50 years of combined lawn care experience to every property. That experience means faster diagnosis, better product selection, and treatment timing calibrated to Northeast Ohio's specific climate and soil conditions.
Military Discounts
We proudly offer discounts to all active-duty and veteran service members. Thank you for your service.
Pre-Pay & Referral Rewards
Pay for your annual program upfront and save — we are one of the only lawn care companies in Northeast Ohio that offers this. Plus, refer a new customer and receive a $10 check. Our best customers are the ones who tell their neighbors.
Important Distinction
Lawn Care vs. Landscaping — What We Do and Don't Do
Field of Dreams is a lawn care and pest control company. We specialize in making your lawn healthy, green, and weed-free through professional-grade treatments. We are not landscapers, and understanding the difference helps you choose the right company for your needs.
What we do: Lawn fertilization, weed control, core aeration, overseeding, grub protection, mosquito control, foundation insect control, lime applications, tree and shrub feeding, snow mold prevention, and surface insect control. These are all health and treatment services focused on the condition of your turf and landscape plants.
What we don't do: Mowing, edging, trimming, leaf removal, mulching, planting, hardscaping, landscape design, tree removal, or snow plowing. If you need these services, we are happy to recommend trusted partners in the Independence and Cleveland area.
This distinction matters because lawn care requires different expertise, equipment, and products than lawn maintenance or landscaping. Our technicians are trained and licensed to diagnose lawn problems, select the right treatment products, and apply them safely and effectively. That level of specialization is what produces results.
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