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Backflow Pros of Iowa, LLC
New to Angi
Sprinkler System for Lawn and Garden - Winterize or Activate

Serving Ames, IA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2019

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Backflow Pros of Iowa LLC 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.\n

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Supreme Lawn & Landscape Inc
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Serving Ames, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2009

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"Jamie and his team over at Lawn & Landscape are ultimate professionals. They quoted me a price, and were able to level my large yard front and back, bury two tiles for drainage, and plant new grass seed in just 4 days. We were having issues with our backyard flooding and pooling, and that has been completely fixed, without damaging our existing fence. Best part? The final total was less than the original quote. I would and will recommend Supreme Lawn & Landscape to anyone who needs a landscaping company."
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Alpha & Beta LLC
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Serving Ames, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

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Emergency services offered

We provide a wide variety of handymen services to fix your home needs.\n\n-Window Installation\n-Door Installation\n-Flooring\n-Plumbing\n-Automotive Repair\n-Home Remodeling\n-Appliance Repair/diagnosis\n-New Construction\n-Landscaping\n-Tree Removal\n-Demolition\n-Clean up/Junk Removal\n-Moving\n\nAlmost anything your home needs we are happy to help! \n\nIf there is a service your unsure if we provide contact us and we will be more than welcome to find you a solution.\n

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RH Lawn Care
New to Angi
Sprinkler System for Lawn and Garden - Winterize or Activate

Serving Ames, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

Free estimates

I am a professional business owner who values honesty and integrity and treats your property as if it were my own. I offer a variety of lawn care services that are customizable to each individual project. I pride myself on the quality of my work as well as my commitment to outstanding results. I look forward to building lasting relationships with my clients and guarantee your satisfaction!

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Lawn Irrigation questions, answered by experts

If you’re wondering whether grass seed will germinate on top of soil, the answer is yes. In fact, it’s the best way to plant your grass seed. Spread seeds in an even layer on top of loose, fertile soil will allow them to germinate and grow strong roots. Topping them with a thin layer of straw will help them retain moisture and stay put, as well as protect them from getting eaten by animals.

Planting grass from seed requires time to grow before it can handle even light foot traffic. Most varieties require a minimum of three months before you can walk on them regularly. You can expect to wait at least one year before your lawn can hold up to heavy use. Because sod is already established, it can be walked on more quickly than grass planted from seed.

Thorough soil preparation, spreading seeds evenly, and consistent watering are essential for successful grass establishment.

Post-dethatching, lawn recovery includes watering, fertilizing, and reseeding as necessary to restore health and promote growth.

Speeding up grass seed germination is possible, but it requires quite a bit of extra work and commitment. Keeping the soil moist is key, but here are a few other tried-and-true methods for growing your new grass as quickly as possible:

  • Mist grass up to eight times per day to keep the soil moist.

  • Purchase a moisture-retaining seed coating for your grass seeds.

  • Amend soil that is compacted or in the wrong pH range.

  • Choose the right grass seed for your area’s climate and soil conditions.

  • Avoid planting on windy days or during periods of extreme rain or drought.

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