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Avatar for Ron G Construction Services LLC
Ron G Construction Services LLC
5.0(
24
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Lawn Care - Aerate a LawnLawn Care - Maintain and Mow a Lawn

Serving Ames, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I needed my lawn to be mowed on short notice. Ron quickly reached out and was able to get the job done and did a wonderful job. Really appreciated the quality work he did on my lawn and how promptly he was able to help me out."
Response time1 day
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for M & G Landscaping & Roofing
M & G Landscaping & Roofing
4.7(
60
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Lawn Care - Maintain and Mow a LawnLawn Care - Maintain and Mow a Lawn - For Business

Serving Ames, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We had a hard time finding a lawn mowing company. Our gated yard, although not large, would not fit a riding mower, and companies were reluctant. The work was done on our schedule, and the lawn was throughly cut and trimmed."
Response time4 hrs
Response rate90%
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Titan Excavating, LLC
5.0(
23
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Handyman for Multiple Small ProjectsLawn Care - Fertilize or Treat a LawnLawn Care - Fertilize or Treat a Lawn - For Business

Serving Ames, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Will is extremely knowledgeable and able to explain in detail to a layman the design as well as the reasoning behind it. We had a somewhat complex driveway put in on a slope with bad water drainage and the company did an amazing job putting in the drive and re-routing the water. They did it all in two days and went above and beyond."
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Response time9 hrs
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by84%of homeowners
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TruGreen
3.1(
2,962
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Lawn Care - Aerate a LawnLawn Care - Fertilize or Treat a Lawn

Serving Ames, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1974

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I think they treated the wrong lawn. The note they sent me via text message referenced trees and shrubs in my yard, I have none. They also did not leave a yard marker showing they had been there. Otherwise, this would have been a 5 star review."
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+4

Recommended by76%of homeowners
Lawn Life LLC
5.0(
1
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Lawn Care - Fertilize or Treat a LawnLawn Care - Fertilize or Treat a Lawn - For Business

Serving Ames, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We offer only the best in quality workmanship and professional courtesy. We specialize in all phases of commercial and residential landscaping. We are committed quality work and outstanding results & are strongly involved in local community activities. We look forward to working with you!

Response time1 day
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Leon General Contracting Services, LLC
4.6(
9
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Handyman for Multiple Small Projects

Serving Ames, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

Leon General Contracting Services, is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and responsibility in all our jobs. We are a locally owned and operated business with more than two years of experience serving New York, NY and surrounding areas. There is no job too big, or too small for our team. Call today and let us put our experience to work for you! \n\n \n\n

Response time2 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Lawns questions, answered by experts

In most cases, it’s better to remove rocks before adding mulch. Layering the two will restrict drainage and plant health, and can create an unpleasant texture underfoot.

Clearing land can be incredibly challenging, depending on various factors like the size of the area, the density of vegetation, and the presence of obstacles, such as rocks or stumps. Handling smaller vegetation and brush might be manageable with the right tools and preparation. However, tasks like removing larger trees or dealing with extensive overgrowth may require specialized equipment, expertise, and safety precautions.

The time it takes for leaves to decompose can range from six months to three years. Key factors influencing the decomposition rate include water, sunlight, and heat, so local weather conditions play a significant role. Decomposition will take longer for thick, matted layers of leaves. To speed up the process, you can mulch the leaves, as smaller pieces break down faster. Spreading large piles into thinner layers to increase exposure to sunlight and water also helps accelerate decomposition.

To reduce landscaping costs, you can implement several strategies at every stage. Consider doing the work yourself (DIY) to save on professional labor fees. You can also repurpose existing features and materials from other home projects. When purchasing new items, choose more inexpensive materials and opt for softscaping over hardscaping where possible. Another effective method is to buy young plants or plant from seed, which is more cost-effective than purchasing mature plants.

Generally, it is not necessary to remove old mulch before applying a new layer. As organic mulch breaks down, it enriches the soil with nutrients. However, you should remove the old layer if it shows signs of fungus or disease, which can be common in moist areas, or if the total depth is already too thick. Avoid letting the total mulch depth exceed 3 inches, as this can harm plant roots. If you do remove old, disease-free mulch, it can be added to a compost pile.

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