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Avatar for Titan Excavating, LLC

Titan Excavating, LLC

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Titan Excavating, LLC

5.00(
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 94% of Angi customers
Recommended by 94% of HomeAdvisor customers
2020 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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The Junkers, LLC

5.00(
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The Junkers, LLC

5.00(
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Approved Pro
Super Service Award
2025 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

The Junkers, LLC proudly serves its customers with pride, integrity, and attention to the details that matter most to you. This is one of the many things that set us apart from the rest. We are locally owned and operated.

"He did great! I would certainly recommend him to anyone looking for a good and efficient service."

Sunday T on September 2025

The Junkers, LLC proudly serves its customers with pride, integrity, and attention to the details that matter most to you. This is one of the many things that set us apart from the rest. We are locally owned and operated.

"He did great! I would certainly recommend him to anyone looking for a good and efficient service."

Sunday T on September 2025


Swieter Home Lawn and Snow LLC

4.59(
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Swieter Home Lawn and Snow LLC

4.59(
59
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Customers say: True professional
1998 years of experience

We are Swieter Home Lawn and Snow LLC and we can help you with any home improvement and maintenance needs. With over 10+ years of experience in a variety of fields, we can do about anything you need! Fully insured and State of Iowa registered contractor. Some of our specialties include: • General household repairs and remodeling • Basements framed to completed living area • Attic insulation • Roofing • Interior\exterior painting • Deck design, install, maintenance, and refinishing • Siding • Window Replacement • Full mowing and edging services • Landscaping design, install and maintenance • Leaf clean up • Gutter cleaning and repair • Tree and bush trimming and removal • Concrete flat work new install, replacement, crack filling • Tuckpointing • Residential and commercial snow removal • Snow and ice removal from roofs and gutters • Ice dam prevention • Holiday lighting custom installs and tear down • Odd jobs, big or small

"CAUTION - when relying on Issac We needed our chimney rebuilt. Issac estimated it and finally we received a starting date. After, working an hour he said the job was too big for him. (some damage to our metal pieces). We request that he would paint it after we find another handyman. Once done he came back and quoted over $100 an hour to paint the chimney. He kept push us out on his calendar. We dropped him. He had us paid for the hour that he worked on the Chimney before exiting. Very poor communication if we are scheduled? If he is starting on the day he last told us? Problem answering texts."

Diane K on September 2018

We are Swieter Home Lawn and Snow LLC and we can help you with any home improvement and maintenance needs. With over 10+ years of experience in a variety of fields, we can do about anything you need! Fully insured and State of Iowa registered contractor. Some of our specialties include: • General household repairs and remodeling • Basements framed to completed living area • Attic insulation • Roofing • Interior\exterior painting • Deck design, install, maintenance, and refinishing • Siding • Window Replacement • Full mowing and edging services • Landscaping design, install and maintenance • Leaf clean up • Gutter cleaning and repair • Tree and bush trimming and removal • Concrete flat work new install, replacement, crack filling • Tuckpointing • Residential and commercial snow removal • Snow and ice removal from roofs and gutters • Ice dam prevention • Holiday lighting custom installs and tear down • Odd jobs, big or small

"CAUTION - when relying on Issac We needed our chimney rebuilt. Issac estimated it and finally we received a starting date. After, working an hour he said the job was too big for him. (some damage to our metal pieces). We request that he would paint it after we find another handyman. Once done he came back and quoted over $100 an hour to paint the chimney. He kept push us out on his calendar. We dropped him. He had us paid for the hour that he worked on the Chimney before exiting. Very poor communication if we are scheduled? If he is starting on the day he last told us? Problem answering texts."

Diane K on September 2018


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Valenti Services

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Valenti Services

5.00(
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Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Are you tired of being stumped? Call Valenti Services, the Des Moines and surrounding areas tree stump grinding & removal provider. Fully insured and licensed. Our equipment is newer and very effective, quick and leaves a very nice finish. The most competitive pricing and same day services offered in many cases as well as the option to have any grading work done after grinding services are completed. Tired of mowing around that tree stump that has been there for how many years? Wish you didn't have to look at it anymore? We are here to help you turn that eye sore into a space you can enjoy! Check out the link below & schedule an estimate today!

"Great communication and professional. Package price for multiple areas treated was very competitive. Brandon is also very nice and knowledgeable about his trade. Definitely not the poor treatment I’ve received from other similar services. Great job!"

Terence B on April 2018

Are you tired of being stumped? Call Valenti Services, the Des Moines and surrounding areas tree stump grinding & removal provider. Fully insured and licensed. Our equipment is newer and very effective, quick and leaves a very nice finish. The most competitive pricing and same day services offered in many cases as well as the option to have any grading work done after grinding services are completed. Tired of mowing around that tree stump that has been there for how many years? Wish you didn't have to look at it anymore? We are here to help you turn that eye sore into a space you can enjoy! Check out the link below & schedule an estimate today!

"Great communication and professional. Package price for multiple areas treated was very competitive. Brandon is also very nice and knowledgeable about his trade. Definitely not the poor treatment I’ve received from other similar services. Great job!"

Terence B on April 2018


Bob Lenc Landscaping, Inc.

4.52(
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Bob Lenc Landscaping, Inc.

4.52(
31
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Customers say: True professional
1969 years of experience

Bob Lenc Landscaping, Inc. and Lawn Care offers premier outdoor living space solutions. We have a large retail nursery and several divisions covering everything from Landscaping, Lawn Care, Irrigation, Night Lighting, and much more. Bob Lenc Landscaping, Inc. was started in 1969 by Bob Lenc Jr. In 1985 the current owners, Bill and Karen Bishop, took over the business. Under the Bishops’ direction the company has grown into 7 different related landscape departments with 25 full time employees and over 100 seasonal employees. We consider ourselves one of the premiere Iowa landscaping firms. We are active members of the Iowa Nursery and Landscape Association, the American Society of Landscape Architects and the Home Builders Association of the Greater Des Moines Area. We specialize in both small and large residential or commercial projects We take pride in the work we produce and work hard to make sure our clients are equally proud of their landscapes. We handle small jobs, like planting one tree, and large projects that can include all aspects of landscape design and construction. From start to finish, Bob Lenc Landscaping, the Des Moines Iowa landscaping specialist, is your source for Endless Possibilities.

"This company is no longer in business as far as I can tell. Does not return calls or e-mails, sign at the business painted over, no staff. (early June, 2018)"

Sue H on June 2018

Bob Lenc Landscaping, Inc. and Lawn Care offers premier outdoor living space solutions. We have a large retail nursery and several divisions covering everything from Landscaping, Lawn Care, Irrigation, Night Lighting, and much more. Bob Lenc Landscaping, Inc. was started in 1969 by Bob Lenc Jr. In 1985 the current owners, Bill and Karen Bishop, took over the business. Under the Bishops’ direction the company has grown into 7 different related landscape departments with 25 full time employees and over 100 seasonal employees. We consider ourselves one of the premiere Iowa landscaping firms. We are active members of the Iowa Nursery and Landscape Association, the American Society of Landscape Architects and the Home Builders Association of the Greater Des Moines Area. We specialize in both small and large residential or commercial projects We take pride in the work we produce and work hard to make sure our clients are equally proud of their landscapes. We handle small jobs, like planting one tree, and large projects that can include all aspects of landscape design and construction. From start to finish, Bob Lenc Landscaping, the Des Moines Iowa landscaping specialist, is your source for Endless Possibilities.

"This company is no longer in business as far as I can tell. Does not return calls or e-mails, sign at the business painted over, no staff. (early June, 2018)"

Sue H on June 2018


A professional tree care and landscape company, providing intergrated services to maintain our clients property.




NCS Company, LLC

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NCS Company, LLC

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2014 years of experience

We do all types of work from general construction to specified work on peoples homes and businesses. We can do small jobs to large jobs. Have all the equipment and man power needed to complete any size of job.

We do all types of work from general construction to specified work on peoples homes and businesses. We can do small jobs to large jobs. Have all the equipment and man power needed to complete any size of job.


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Ted Lare Garden Center

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Ted Lare Garden Center

5.00(
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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Family Owned and Operated Landscaping Company Founded by Ted Lare in 1982. The company designs and installs landscaping projects throughout central Iowa for both commercial and residential. When Ted started the company it was a one man show. Today the company has grown to over 50 employees. Ted is still actively involved in the company, designing and overseeing the company operations. In 2007 we built new facilities on 88 acres in Cumming, Iowa, just a ten minute drive south from West Des Moines. Our new facilities include design offices, garden center, outdoor showrooms with examples of walls, patios, and gardens. We have built our reputation on designing and constructing unique designs, utilizing quality materials, superb customer service, and years of experience. Our designers offer years of experience and creativity in landscape design. Every detail is taken into account in order to design a yard you will enjoy for years to come. We also carry a complete inventory of plant materials and stones and we have the people with expertise to install and construct almost anything imaginable.

Family Owned and Operated Landscaping Company Founded by Ted Lare in 1982. The company designs and installs landscaping projects throughout central Iowa for both commercial and residential. When Ted started the company it was a one man show. Today the company has grown to over 50 employees. Ted is still actively involved in the company, designing and overseeing the company operations. In 2007 we built new facilities on 88 acres in Cumming, Iowa, just a ten minute drive south from West Des Moines. Our new facilities include design offices, garden center, outdoor showrooms with examples of walls, patios, and gardens. We have built our reputation on designing and constructing unique designs, utilizing quality materials, superb customer service, and years of experience. Our designers offer years of experience and creativity in landscape design. Every detail is taken into account in order to design a yard you will enjoy for years to come. We also carry a complete inventory of plant materials and stones and we have the people with expertise to install and construct almost anything imaginable.

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Mulch and Topsoil questions, answered by experts

The number of bags of topsoil you need depends on the depth you’re filling. The average topsoil is sold in a roughly forty-pound bag, covering 12 square feet at a one-inch depth. Since topsoil is by nature the uppermost layer of soil, you can bet on only needing to fill about 4 to 8 inches of soil depth with it.

First, dig a hole that’s the same depth as the root ball and wide enough for the roots to spread out fully. Before placing the tree in the hole, pour water in to help get rid of any air pockets in the soil.

When filling the hole back in, opt for a 1:1 ratio of organic compost with the soil left over from the ground. Do not use potting soil, fertilizer, or chemicals of any kind, as these can stress out and kill your newly planted tree.

You can choose from various kinds of organic mulch and inorganic mulch. Organic mulch may be in the form of wood chips, pine needles, and compost and eventually decompose. Inorganic mulch, such as gravel, rocks, and landscape fabric, is more durable but doesn’t help the soil.

It can be tedious and time-consuming to install your own mulch and determine the ideal amount. A professional can help you ensure the right thickness and save you a lot of time and headaches.

Since you’ll likely be digging a trench to install your yard drainage system, this is a good time to complete other tasks that involve digging up your yard, including: Sprinkler system installation Lawn reseeding Regrading your yard Redesigning your landscaping If your drain is under a walkway or driveway, your contractor must also remove those materials. This is a great time to consider upgrading your hardscaping features, especially if they’re nearing the end of their life span.

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