Business Details
Trusted Landscaping Services in Manotick, Ottawa
Founded by Rob Cornish, a lifelong Manotick resident with over 25 years of local landscaping experience, Homexam specializes in professional lawn care and groundskeeping services. Our team combines hands-on expertise with commercial-grade equipment to deliver reliable, high-quality results tailored to each client's needs. We prioritize personalized service, offering flexible scheduling and month-to-month agreements while maintaining a commitment to community and environmental stewardship. Our focus on consistent communication, attention to detail, and customer satisfaction has established us as a trusted partner for residential lawn maintenance in Ottawa's southern suburbs. 
Services
Lawn Mowing
Aeration
Leaf Raking
Fertilizer Spreading
Groundskeeping
Highlights and features
- 25+ years of local landscaping experience in Manotick community
- Personalized service with flexible weekly or biweekly scheduling
- Professional-grade equipment and insured operations
- Month-to-month service agreements with no long-term contracts
- Proven track record of 5-star customer satisfaction
What people say
Great customer service
Professional and diligent
Lawn looks fantastic
Highly recommend
Super reliable
Services
Lawn Mowing
Professional lawn mowing includes cutting, edging around hard surfaces, and debris removal. We recommend weekly service during peak growth seasons to maintain optimal lawn health. Our team uses commercial-grade equipment to ensure clean, precise cuts that promote thick, weed-resistant turf while maintaining flexible scheduling options for client convenience.
Aeration
Mechanical aeration removes soil cores to improve root access to water, nutrients, and oxygen. This service reduces soil compaction and thatch buildup, enhancing fertilizer effectiveness. We recommend performing aeration twice yearly during spring and fall when cool-season grasses experience peak growth cycles for maximum lawn rejuvenation benefits.
Leaf Raking
Efficient leaf removal using commercial blowers prevents lawn damage from leaf matting. Our team clears debris while accommodating composting preferences and natural wooded areas. Service pricing is hourly due to variable conditions like wet leaves, terrain challenges, and neighbor leaf drift, ensuring fair charges based on actual work required.
Fertilizer Spreading
Targeted fertilizer application delivers essential nutrients during active growth periods. Our approach combines timed applications with aeration services to maximize nutrient absorption. Regular fertilization strengthens root systems, improves drought resistance, and maintains vibrant green color throughout the growing season when paired with proper watering and mowing practices.
Groundskeeping
Comprehensive yard care includes seasonal cleanups, debris removal, and ongoing turf management. Our services maintain property aesthetics while addressing specific lawn challenges like drainage issues and weed control. We provide consistent maintenance schedules tailored to individual property needs, ensuring year-round curb appeal with flexible service frequency options.
People
Rob Cornish
Owner
Rob Cornish, a Manotick resident for over 25 years, brings extensive hands-on experience in landscaping and property maintenance. His background includes multiple residential construction projects and self-managed lawn care for three family properties. As owner of Homexam, he combines personal expertise with professional equipment to deliver reliable, high-quality service to local homeowners.
Questions
What areas do you service?
We serve Manotick, Riverside South, and Barrhaven south of the Jock River in Ottawa, Ontario.
Who owns Manotick Yardz?
Rob Cornish, a lifelong Manotick resident with 25+ years of local landscaping experience, owns and operates the business.
What lawn services do you offer?
We provide lawn mowing, aeration, leaf cleanup, fertilizer spreading, and comprehensive groundskeeping services for residential properties.
How are leaf cleanup services billed?
Leaf raking is billed hourly due to variable factors like leaf volume, moisture conditions, and terrain complexity.
Do you require long-term contracts?
No, we offer flexible month-to-month service agreements with no mandatory commitment periods.
Why remove leaves from lawns?
Leaf matting blocks sunlight and airflow, potentially damaging grass. Timely removal prevents winter kill and promotes healthy spring regrowth.
Reviews (5)
Namrata Singh
Jan 05, 2022
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We chose Robert for our home inspection based on all the reviews we read online and boy are we glad we did! From the get go, Robert comes across as extremely professional. He knows exactly what to look for in a house and was very patient and detailed with us while explaining points about upkeep and maintenance. He spent a good amount of time inspecting the exterior and interior of the house. This made us confident of our decision and we are so thankful to Robert! I would highly recommend him!
Arvind Vasudevan
Sep 15, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism
Highly recommended from a first time homebuyer, after owning a condo, where everything is taken care of! Rob's detailed home inspection and maintenance tips was very helpful and useful. His patience in explaining to a novice is much appreciated and also gave me the buyer peace of mind in my investment.
Highly recommended from a first time homebuyer, after owning a condo, where everything is taken care of! Rob's detailed home inspection and maintenance tips was very helpful and useful. His patience in explaining to a novice is much appreciated and also gave me the buyer peace of mind in my investment.
Kristin Billey
Sep 15, 2021
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I highly recommend Rob of HomeXam for your next home inspection, and also recommend that you participate in the inspection alongside Rob. Rob was very clear, taking the time to walk me through the process and a sample report before beginning the inspection. The inspection itself was very thorough, and Rob took the time to explain and answer my questions along the way. At the end of the inspection, we again sat down and went through the key findings. The next day, the detailed report with pictures was sitting in my inbox ready for review! Thank you very much, Rob, for your services. 5 stars!!
Sankaran KrishnaRaj
Sep 13, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism,Quality,Responsiveness,Value
Rob was meticulous in completing the home inspection and he took the time to explain the details of his report in detail. I highly recommend Rob.
Rob was meticulous in completing the home inspection and he took the time to explain the details of his report in detail. I highly recommend Rob.
Anastacia & Jacoby Saumier
Aug 26, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism,Quality,Responsiveness,Value
My wife and I are first time home buyers and were lucky enough to be able to put inspection as a condition. Rob was referred to us via our relator. Rob did not disappoint, he was professional, through, informative. We will gladly recommend him to our friends and Family
My wife and I are first time home buyers and were lucky enough to be able to put inspection as a condition. Rob was referred to us via our relator. Rob did not disappoint, he was professional, through, informative. We will gladly recommend him to our friends and Family
