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Avatar for Xtra Care Landscaping & Design INC
Xtra Care Landscaping & Design INC
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Lawn Care - Maintain and Mow a LawnLawn & Yard Waste Clean UpDesigner - Landscape+10 more

Serving Washington, DC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1995

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We recently used XtraCare Landscaping for a major project consisting of enlarging our concrete patio, installing pavers on our front porch, building a decorative retaining wall, and creating new and beautiful flower beds in our front yard. We were so satisfied that we also signed up for their gutter cleaning and leaf service, and have already scheduled some additional concrete work I cannot rave enough about how thoroughly pleased we are with their professionalism, honesty, workmanship, work ethic, and attention to detail. Everyone we have dealt with has been a real pleasure to work with, and we look forward to working with them again in the Spring. This company is top notch all the way!"
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Response time1 day
Response rate90%
13 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Baumann's Lawn & Landscape
4.5(
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Landscape - Install Landscaping for Yard or GardenArchitect - LandscapeDesigner - Landscape+9 more

Serving Washington, DC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1987

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Rick returned our calls promptly and gave us a fair quote for services. Baumann's does not overcharge or upsell. Once we settled on Baumann's Landscaping as our contractor, we called Rick and the crew were out the next morning promptly at 9am. We were expecting two days of work to clear the brush, but they completed the job in 4 hours. The crew went above and beyond, killing vines choking our trees, mulching all the deadfall, and pushing the brush line all the way back beyond the trees (we live on Maryland wetlands). Fast, prompt, great job. Would absolutely hire again. A++."
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1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Paradise Landscaping
4.3(
41
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Lawn Care - Maintain and Mow a LawnLawn & Yard Waste Clean Up

Serving Washington, DC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"Yes, this particular landscaping person was very good, very good. He's on tireliable excellent job limited as far as able to do certain big things that I want it, but other than that very good, I would rehire him again as long as he has to. The tools for the bigger jobs"
Response time1 day
24 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
Porter Design Landscaping and Home Improvement, In
4.8(
15
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Lawn & Yard Waste Clean Up

Serving Washington, DC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1980

Free estimates

Customers say: Terrific value

"I hired Porter Design Landscaping and Home Improvement to install a metal roof on my pergola after the ice storm destroyed the canvas shades. His company did an excellent job of installing the metal roof and suggested that I get the wood painted to match the rails and agreed with his suggestion and the final product looks amazing"
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Response time1 day
Response rate88%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Master Fences
4.5(
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Architect - LandscapeDesigner - LandscapeDrywell - Construct or Rebuild+9 more

Serving Washington, DC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We had an excellent experience. They came out and gave us a very fair quote. I felt no pressure while deciding on what design we wanted. They day of installation could not have gone any smoother. They are a very professional competent team. The fence is exactly what I had hoped for, we now have a little oasis of a backyard."
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Response time2 days
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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New Horizons Landscaping LLC
5.0(
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Sod - InstallSod - Install - For Business

Serving Washington, DC and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Customers say: True professional

"Kevin and his crew did an outstanding job installing sod in my yard. They were hardworking, efficient, and exercised great attention to detail. Kevin was easy to communicate with and I appreciated his advice and expertise. I will be going back to Kevin for any future landscaping needs. I highly recommend New Horizons."
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Response time1 day
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Landscaping questions, answered by experts

Buying plants from a nursery is one thing, but ensuring that they are properly planted is another. While you might not need to hire a landscaper for every plant that you buy from a nursery, it’s a great idea to have their expertise and experience to plant larger items, like burlapped trees or specialty plants like rose bushes. Even better, before making a trip to a nursery to buy new plants, consult a local landscaper to test your soil for pH levels, soil texture, and phosphorus and potassium levels to help determine the best plants for your area.

Yes, landscaping costs are generally a worthwhile investment that can increase your property value. Landscaping can boost your home's value by up to 30% by improving its curb appeal, which can help it sell faster and for a higher price. Specific projects have a high return on investment (ROI); for example, revamping a front walkway can offer a 100% ROI, while a pristine, well-manicured lawn can deliver an impressive 217% ROI. In addition to the financial returns, you also get to enjoy the improvements, especially with features like an outdoor living area.

If shade is a priority for you, then panting elm trees is a fine choice. A full mature elm tree has enough aesthetic appeal for some folks that it could add value to your home. 

That said, never plant elm trees too close to your home, sewer line, or sidewalks, as their roots can damage these, which can lead to costly repairs.

A scattering of leaves won’t pose a problem through the winter, but a thicker layer of leaves may not decompose before the first frost and can instead weigh down your grass and harbor mold or fungi. A thick layer of leaves also cuts off light and air that grass needs to grow. That’s why we suggest removing thick leaf layers within several days if possible. If your lawn goes dormant over the winter and snow has already caught up with you, then remove the leaves in early spring before your grass-growing season starts so your lawn can thrive.

Yes, weeds can still grow in decomposed granite. If properly compacted, it can act as a good weed suppressant, meaning you’ll only pull weeds occasionally. But no ground cover is completely weed-proof. To further prevent weeds, you can try spraying your decomposed granite with distilled white vinegar.

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