How quickly will they respond if I can't reach them by phone?

One reviewer reported callbacks within 2 hours when initial contact was not picked up.

Do they work in my area?

They serve Middletown, Groton, Tolland, Torrington, and surrounding areas, according to their website.

Will they help with crabgrass problems I've had for years?

Multiple customers report Lawn Doctor solved long-standing crabgrass issues that prior services could not, with visible results even during drought conditions.

Lawn Doctor of Middletown-Groton-Tolland-Torrington

Updated 2026-09-28 · 9,154 reviewed · 1,567 listed · Scored from 76 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.7(76) 85 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified

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Lawn Doctor of Middletown-Groton-Tolland-Torrington

Location: Middletown
Services: Tree Service, Eco-Friendly / Organic Lawn Care, Snow Removal
Reviews: 76
Best for: Homeowners with crabgrass history seeking continuity and visible results on lawn recovery.

Business data from Google Business Profile, checked 2026-09-28. Facts from the business's own website were fetched 2026-09-28.

What do customers say?

Lawn Doctor has rebuilt customer lawns after years of crabgrass problems and poor service elsewhere, with staff calling back within two hours and delivering visible results even during drought. Maison, the primary technician, earns repeated praise for friendly demeanor, thorough explanations, and willingness to handle extra requests like back yard coverage; other staff including Gio, Danny, and Victor are noted for respect toward property and professional conduct. The company has kept long-term customers satisfied for three to eight years while also winning over new clients on their first contact.

Praised for

knowledgeable, responsive staff
named technician Maison consistently praised for friendliness and thoroughness
proven results on crabgrass and lawn recovery
professional, respectful crew
reliable follow-up and problem-solving

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Best for: Homeowners with crabgrass history seeking continuity and visible results on lawn recovery.

What stands out?

Maison and crew known by name and consistently praised across years of service
rapid callback guarantee (within 2 hours stated)
solve crabgrass and recovery where prior services failed
lawn fertilization, weed control, aeration, power seeding, tree/shrub care, tick/mosquito control all offered

Worth knowing

Maison is the named technician appearing in 11 of 17 recent reviews, praised for friendliness, thoroughness, explanations, and willingness to tackle extra backyard work
Gio noted for tick and mosquito spray quality
Danny praised for large property tick treatment
Victor mentioned on weed control and fertilization
Bruna named as office contact handling quotes and follow-up scheduling
callback policy stated as within 2 hours if initial reach unavailable
customers report relief from crabgrass problems after prior lawn care company timing failures
one customer noted affordability

What reviews say by service

Lawn Care & Maintenance: Consistent praise for crabgrass control and lawn recovery even in drought; power seeding results called fantastic; one early adoption customer now on annual plan.
Tree Service: Tree and shrub care listed on website; no specific review evidence of this service performed.
Eco-Friendly / Organic Lawn Care: No review text evidences organic or eco-friendly approach; product quality praised but method not specified.
Snow Removal: Driveway and sidewalk cleanup mentioned by one reviewer as routine part of lawn visits, but no dedicated snow-removal reviews.

How it compares

Rated 4.7 against a 4.52 average across the 1028 lawn care & maintenance businesses listed here.
Has more Google reviews than 96% of the businesses in this directory.

How the score was calculated

Scoring Method

Star rating 77

Review volume 82

Review recency 100

Review sentiment 81

Profile completeness 100

Verification 30

Rating breakdown

Frequently asked questions

How quickly will they respond if I can't reach them by phone?: One reviewer reported callbacks within 2 hours when initial contact was not picked up.
Do they work in my area?: They serve Middletown, Groton, Tolland, Torrington, and surrounding areas, according to their website.
Will they help with crabgrass problems I've had for years?: Multiple customers report Lawn Doctor solved long-standing crabgrass issues that prior services could not, with visible results even during drought conditions.

Contact

Phone: +1203-951-3221
Website: https://www.lawndoctor.com/middletown-ct?utm_source=googlebusinessprofile&utm_medium=organic&utm_campaign=Qiigo
Address: 251 Middle St, Middletown, CT 06457
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Last verified 2026-09-28

Opening hours

Monday: 08:00-17:00
Tuesday: 08:00-17:00
Wednesday: 08:00-17:00
Thursday: 08:00-17:00
Friday: 08:00-17:00
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed

As listed on Google.

From their website

Services listed

Lawn FertilizationWeed ControlAerationPower SeedingTree and Shrub CareMosquito ControlTick ControlSpecial Event Sprays

Operating:Over 56 Years of Experience

As published by the business on its own website; not independently verified.

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