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Titan Excavating, LLC
5.0(
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Designer - LandscapeLandscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping - For Business+5 more

Serving Atlantic, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They arrived on time as scheduled. The dirt delivered was excellent quality and not full of large clumps ! It was easy to spread in the yard. I have had dirt delivered in the past, but never the quality of Titan"
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+25

Response time9 hrs
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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Mister Sparky of Omaha
4.2(
607
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Outdoor Lighting - Plan and InstallOutdoor Lighting - Repair

Serving Atlantic, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1978

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Alex Bussing did an excellent job. He was pleasant, worked really hard and went the extra mile to complete his job. Excellent experience with this company. Highly recommend. Alex added a new line for my pool pump."
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Mister Sparky Work
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Mister Sparky Work
Mister Sparky Work

+1

Response time1 day
55 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Nixon Construction, Inc.
4.7(
21
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Retaining Wall - Install

Serving Atlantic, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

Free estimates

"He texted me right away, came out on a Sunday evening to bid the project. He was able to do the job right away and did a great job. I highly recommend Nixon construction."
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My work

+6

Response time2 days
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Sam's Lawn Service
4.6(
10
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Lawn Care - Maintain and Mow a Lawn

Serving Atlantic, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"He did a really good job and I was very happy with his work.  He was on time and very professional.  I would highly recommend him to others and will probably have him back out to clean up my yard again next spring."
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sam's lawn service
sam's lawn service
sam's lawn service
sam's lawn service

+11

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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S&C's tree service and home repairs
4.8(
12
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Lawn & Yard Waste Clean UpLawn Care - Maintain and Mow a Lawn

Serving Atlantic, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Corice did an amazing job. I needed some weeds knocked down, some mowing, and trees cleared from fence line. I called him on the 12th of August, and he came out the same day and gave me a quote. The next day he came out and performed the work. I was expecting a crew, but he came and did everything solo. Something came up, so he wasn't able to come first thing in the morning like we arranged, but communicated that the night before. He had great communication, letting me know when he was on his way. He was very pleasant in all our dealings. I have already lined him up to do some more work for me. I would definitely recommend him to anybody looking to have work done."
Response time2 days
Response rate93%
Recommended by8%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.

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.

As much as you might try to keep a healthy, nutrient-rich lawn, you still may notice signs of St. Augustine decline (SAD)—a viral disease that discolors your grass blades. St. Augustine decline looks like:

  • Discoloration in the leaves (chlorosis)—leaves appear yellow and splotchy

  • Decline in growth

  • Leaves turn black within 3 years

  • Grass appears less vibrant

  • Grass begins to thin

  • Root rot

  • Grass takes longer to recover

Most experts recommend a quarter-inch layer of compost for best results, and you will need about .77 cubic yards of material per 1,000 square feet. To measure how much compost to use, take the square footage of your yard and multiply it by .77, then divide that number by 1,000.

Xeriscaped lawns are far more varied than many gardeners initially assume. The often-pictured rocky and cacti-filled landscapes are just one option. Many wildflower-, herb-, and mulch-covered landscapes follow the same principles without straying too far from the lush and colorful landscapes we have come to know. In fact, there are numerous xeriscape ideas for customizing an energy-efficient lawn to your liking.

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