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Avatar for Buresh Home Solutions, Inc.

Buresh Home Solutions, Inc.

9379 Swanson Blvd
4.60(
315
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•Approved Pro

Buresh Home Solutions, Inc.

9379 Swanson Blvd
4.60(
315
)
•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
212 local quotes requested
22 years of experience

Buresh Home Solutions, Inc has served Iowa homeowners since 2003. We are committed to earning your business by offering our customers more choices to meet their needs and budgets. We offer a variety of financing programs and in many cases can finance the entire project or offer no-interest programs as well. Our team is made up of dedicated professionals committed to exceeding your expectations.

"Buresh Home Solutions went above and beyond in every aspect of our door installation. From the first visit to the showroom to final install of our door, the process was excellent! The entire team at Buresh Home Solutions was professional, helpful and very responsive to any questions. We will do business again with Buresh Home Solutions!"

Julie T on October 2024

Buresh Home Solutions, Inc has served Iowa homeowners since 2003. We are committed to earning your business by offering our customers more choices to meet their needs and budgets. We offer a variety of financing programs and in many cases can finance the entire project or offer no-interest programs as well. Our team is made up of dedicated professionals committed to exceeding your expectations.

"Buresh Home Solutions went above and beyond in every aspect of our door installation. From the first visit to the showroom to final install of our door, the process was excellent! The entire team at Buresh Home Solutions was professional, helpful and very responsive to any questions. We will do business again with Buresh Home Solutions!"

Julie T on October 2024

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Titan Excavating, LLC

4115 Bowdoin Street
5.00(
17
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•Approved Pro

Titan Excavating, LLC

4115 Bowdoin Street
5.00(
17
)
•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 94% of Angi customers
Recommended by 94% of HomeAdvisor customers
5 years of experience

Titan Excavating is your local company you can trust. We have all the equipment necessary for any job you could ask for. No job too big or too small for us. We do everything from site clearing , driveways, grading , demolition and much more. We service a 100 mile radius and are open to working within the entire state. If you need us call today.

"Titan did a magnificent job on my property during the past week. I needed the following done: Grading work on my 3 acre property and three different types of rocks delivered. I also needed additional black dirt brought in to make it perfect. From start to finish the communication was excellent with Will. He let me know what time they would get to my job and everything that was going on during the work process. This is something that a lot of contractors just fail to do in my past experiences. They provide top notch equipment, with many different attachments for various types of jobs during the entire process. This ensures that the job is done correctly, the first time! Lastly, customer service could not be better. They (Will and Tim) stayed with the job until I was completely satisfied. Always keeping a great attitude no matter how many questions I asked. Even going the extra nine yards finishing the job better than I expected. "

John B on September 2025

Titan Excavating is your local company you can trust. We have all the equipment necessary for any job you could ask for. No job too big or too small for us. We do everything from site clearing , driveways, grading , demolition and much more. We service a 100 mile radius and are open to working within the entire state. If you need us call today.

"Titan did a magnificent job on my property during the past week. I needed the following done: Grading work on my 3 acre property and three different types of rocks delivered. I also needed additional black dirt brought in to make it perfect. From start to finish the communication was excellent with Will. He let me know what time they would get to my job and everything that was going on during the work process. This is something that a lot of contractors just fail to do in my past experiences. They provide top notch equipment, with many different attachments for various types of jobs during the entire process. This ensures that the job is done correctly, the first time! Lastly, customer service could not be better. They (Will and Tim) stayed with the job until I was completely satisfied. Always keeping a great attitude no matter how many questions I asked. Even going the extra nine yards finishing the job better than I expected. "

John B on September 2025

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4 Corners Remodeling & Construction, LLC

511 SE Trail Ridge Road
5.00(
1
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•Approved Pro

4 Corners Remodeling & Construction, LLC

511 SE Trail Ridge Road
5.00(
1
)
•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
7 years of experience

Matt is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"We recently had the pleasure of working with Matt on a home improvement project and we couldn't be happier with the results. His attention to detail is impeccable— from the framing to the wider steps and even the rounded corners, every aspect was handled with care. Matt completed the work promptly and communication throughout the process was perfect. Thanks Matt."

Joshua L on April 2024

Matt is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"We recently had the pleasure of working with Matt on a home improvement project and we couldn't be happier with the results. His attention to detail is impeccable— from the framing to the wider steps and even the rounded corners, every aspect was handled with care. Matt completed the work promptly and communication throughout the process was perfect. Thanks Matt."

Joshua L on April 2024

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Smarter Green, LLC

32909 Homestead Drive
5.00(
21
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•Approved Pro

Smarter Green, LLC

32909 Homestead Drive
5.00(
21
)
•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 95% of Angi customers
Recommended by 95% of HomeAdvisor customers
10 local quotes requested

Smarter Green is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"I liked them very much, they were very good."

Marilyn C on July 2025

Smarter Green is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"I liked them very much, they were very good."

Marilyn C on July 2025

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CleanScape Solutions

412 East 6th Street, Unit 12C
4.78(
51
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•Approved Pro

CleanScape Solutions

412 East 6th Street, Unit 12C
4.78(
51
)
•Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
84 local quotes requested
7 years of experience

Cleanscape Solutions is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"They did an awesome job taking out some random trees that had grown up in my yard and trimmed lower branches off a huge pine. They cleaned up the whole area so nicely and it looks amazing !!! Fair price and friendly. Came same day!! Will hire them to trim my other seven trees."

Michelle C on August 2025

Cleanscape Solutions is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"They did an awesome job taking out some random trees that had grown up in my yard and trimmed lower branches off a huge pine. They cleaned up the whole area so nicely and it looks amazing !!! Fair price and friendly. Came same day!! Will hire them to trim my other seven trees."

Michelle C on August 2025

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T and T Sprinkler Service

1821 SE Miehe Drive, Suite A
5.00(
7
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•Approved Pro

T and T Sprinkler Service

1821 SE Miehe Drive, Suite A
5.00(
7
)
•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
39 local quotes requested

In business since 1986, we are Iowa's premier irrigation contractor. As a 'Rainbird Select' contractor, you can be assured that we adhere to the highest standards for designs, installations, and service in the irrigation industry. Our 20+ experienced installation and service technicians will make sure your system is working properly and our availability 6 days a week (in season) allows us to provide our services on your schedule. Estimates are free and we warranty our work for 2 years after installation.

"Great service and price."

Jeff T on September 2024

In business since 1986, we are Iowa's premier irrigation contractor. As a 'Rainbird Select' contractor, you can be assured that we adhere to the highest standards for designs, installations, and service in the irrigation industry. Our 20+ experienced installation and service technicians will make sure your system is working properly and our availability 6 days a week (in season) allows us to provide our services on your schedule. Estimates are free and we warranty our work for 2 years after installation.

"Great service and price."

Jeff T on September 2024

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Doyle’s L&G

No reviews yet

Doyle’s L&G

No reviews yet
1 years of experience

I treat your lawn like I would my own. I can stripe your lawn with my 42” zero turn, or use my push mower. I will trim with my with my weed whacker as well. Quick to reply and finish the job with quality.

I treat your lawn like I would my own. I can stripe your lawn with my 42” zero turn, or use my push mower. I will trim with my with my weed whacker as well. Quick to reply and finish the job with quality.

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Roadside Attraction

100 Porter Avenue
No reviews yet

Roadside Attraction

100 Porter Avenue
No reviews yet
9 years of experience

Roadside Attraction is a service designed with nature in mind and creating curb appeal giving you a welcoming exterior. Providing proper plant care and window cleaning services to deliver the overall polished appearance that everyone deserves.

Roadside Attraction is a service designed with nature in mind and creating curb appeal giving you a welcoming exterior. Providing proper plant care and window cleaning services to deliver the overall polished appearance that everyone deserves.

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Lawn Care questions, answered by experts

Usually, weekly mowings during the growing season are sufficient. However, you’ll need to consider your location and lawn care—grass that incurs more rain or fertilizer tends to grow faster than those in drier climates. Another thing to contemplate is mowing your grass to the correct height . Most grasses should stay around 2 to 3 inches, although several warm-weather grasses do better shorter—at 1 ½ to 2 inches.

Many gardeners charge an hourly rate for their services, and your total cost will depend on the amount of services and the experience of the gardener. Gardeners with basic experience charge between $20 and $30 per hour, while a more experienced gardener can charge as much as $60 to $88 per hour.

The cost of lawn mowing is about $125, which you might need on a weekly or biweekly basis. However, the cost of soil testing averages about $1,450, which should only be done every three to five years. 

Tipping is not mandatory, but is a nice gesture if you are satisfied with the service your lawn professional provided. The amount you should tip depends on your area, service, and time of year. Typically, most people tip between $10 and $100 per crew member. For minor services, people tend to tip less than large jobs.

The decision of whether or not to let moss grow in your yard depends on your preference. Moss is a lower-maintenance alternative to grass that looks green and lush but doesn’t require irrigation, fertilization, or mowing. Unlike grass, moss doesn’t attract pests, so it can keep your yard free from bugs as well. However, moss won’t stand up to heavy foot traffic as well as turfgrass. 

A standard home lawn mower with sharp blades can handle a thin layer of leaves without issue. You may need to make a couple of passes within several days to mulch leaves down, but your mower shouldn’t struggle. If your mower comes with a mulching kit, like an attachment to blow leaves out the side, that’s a good sign it’s ready for fall leaves. Set your mower to the highest or near-highest height for this project so it focuses on the leaves rather than the grass below.

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