The tree died. These things happen. They had planted a tree in my front yard the year before that is still doing well, and I had purchased several hundred dollars of perennials from them, also. I will never purchase anything there again. You must have the receipt to get the tree replaced under the one year warranty. I was VERY disappointed (I did some unnecessary yelling) that Matt had no record of planting the tree, and would not accept my credit card receipt and the fact that I provided Matt with a record of the "call before you dig" order the locators had recorded that he, himself, had placed with the utility locators on the date of my credit card receipt and for the specific location in my backyard. You MUST have the receipt to have the warranty honored. They had no record of planting the tree. Matt did take the time to come to my home and inspect the dead tree. I had stated that they had spaded the tree into place, and evidently I was wrong. (it must of been hand dug in). This led Matt to believe that I was being dishonest, had moved a dead tree to the spot, and was trying to get a free tree out of him. He wrote a two page letter explaining why he thought I was being dishonest. I was not being dishonest, and if they had decent record keeping, they would have known this to be true. All I wanted was the dead tree replaced under warranty, but I did not have the actual receipt; I only had the credit card receipt and a record that he had called in the utility location service for the same date and for the same location in my yard. I, admittedly, responded poorly by doing a lot of yelling at Matt as a result. I will not use Kaldenberg PBS Landscaping again. Tom Kelly 8700 Wooded Point Drive Johnston, Iowa 50131"},"url":"https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/ia/johnston/kaldenberg%27s-pbs-landscaping-and-lawncare-reviews-7725724.htm"},"position":2},{"@type":"ListItem","item":{"@type":"LocalBusiness","name":"Pressure Point Cleaners","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressRegion":"IA","addressCountry":"US"},"review":{"@type":"Review","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"Naomi T."},"reviewBody":"They cleaned the house well. They didn?t rinse with water and defoliated a lot of the plants. ( see my new not below) They said they usually wash them off with water. They said that has happened before and I appreciated their honesty. They showed up on time and were polite and courteous.
UPDATE I contacted John JR on Monday to tell him what plants were lost over winter, he replied and made arrangements to see me the same day! We spoke about plants and he has given a very fair price for the damaged plants and my time to replace them. I am very satisfied and will use this company again."},"url":"https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/ia/ames/pressure-point-cleaners-reviews-2347916.htm"},"position":3},{"@type":"ListItem","item":{"@type":"LocalBusiness","name":"Artistic Curbing LLC","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressRegion":"IA","addressCountry":"US"},"review":{"@type":"Review","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"Mark B."},"reviewBody":"The work was nice. The person who did the work was a nice older gentleman and he is pretty picky. He was tidy and also his worker. They made sure that it was okay for me if they needed to do something like cutting plants. Although he is older, he works. He and his worker were not flappers and they worked hard. The work was hard because they needed to mix concrete and operate a machine. He plans ahead of time so that the hedges come together correctly and if he has to do portions of it, he will do so. I am very pleased and I have actually thought of having them come back to do a few more jobs. We got prices from other vendors and he was just right in the middle."},"url":"https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/ia/dexter/artistic-curbing-llc-reviews-7827667.htm"},"position":4},{"@type":"ListItem","item":{"@type":"LocalBusiness","name":"Lounsbury Landscaping Sand & Gravel","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressRegion":"IA","addressCountry":"US"},"review":{"@type":"Review","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"Barb W."},"reviewBody":"They are very good. I have used them. They are prompt and they come when they say they are going to come. If they have a conflict they will call and reschedule which I think is good customer service. They do good work. They do what they say they are going to do. They stand behind of what they do and they have a warranty. They put in plants and don’t replant or replenish them. We have been in this house for two years and the other house we had we sold it and it was on a hill with a pond and we had a problem with water coming down the gravel road and the pond over flowing. They did clover work and put in a weed damp on the road going up the house so that when we have heavy rains it doesn’t destroy the road and over flood the pond. They did that work last summer and we have been very pleased with that. We have used them a lot. When we usually need to have work done they come out pretty quick. We have been their customer for a while. They are prompt and do the work pretty quick."},"url":"https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/ia/west-des-moines/lounsbury-landscaping-sand-and-gravel-reviews-8184517.htm"},"position":5},{"@type":"ListItem","item":{"@type":"LocalBusiness","name":"DES MOINES LANDSCAPES","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressRegion":"IA","addressCountry":"US"},"review":{"@type":"Review","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"Ginger S."},"reviewBody":"All my neighbors use them also. They do beautiful work, I have the most amazing patio. He brings plants and does the whole design. You get a whole plan for your yard."},"url":"https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/ia/norwalk/des-moines-landscapes-reviews-5145327.htm"},"position":6},{"@type":"ListItem","item":{"@type":"LocalBusiness","name":"Bob Lenc Landscaping, Inc.","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressRegion":"IA","addressCountry":"US"},"review":{"@type":"Review","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"Maria H."},"reviewBody":"We had a couple of meetings with Jeff; we told him what we are looking for in terms of color and ease of care. He drew up a plan and we went over it again. We cut down on the number of perennials, to save on costs. The morning the work started, Jeff came over with 3 laborers, he marked where every plant was supposed to go, etc, etc. The laborers knew what to do, were very polite and cleaned up after they were done. Later, Jeff came by to check on the finished work. During the course of the summer, some of the perennials died. There was never any problem, Jeff would come over and replace the dead plants. The next spring, the river birch clump did not all make it, some of the branches were dead; again, there was no problem and the entire clump was replaced. "},"url":"https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/ia/des-moines/bob-lenc-landscaping%2C-inc-reviews-486900.htm"},"position":7},{"@type":"ListItem","item":{"@type":"LocalBusiness","name":"Cisneros Paving","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressRegion":"IA","addressCountry":"US"},"review":{"@type":"Review","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"Anne M."},"reviewBody":"Although now based in the Riverside CA area, this Habran Cisneros grew up in San Diego and visits often, so he did not hesitate to submit a bid for the work we wanted done. His first job was to take out a substantial bump in our driveway that also involved removing an large invading tree root. He dug a trench about three feet deep, cut and removed the root, refilled and compacted the dirt to smooth the grade and replaced the asphalt. I couldn't have asked for a more thorough or competent job. He also explained that because the offending tree is still standing near the driveway, this fix would last from 5 to 10 years before the root regrew and disturbed the driveway. We chose to let the tree remain, but are glad that Habran explained our choices and the consequences. At this time, he also did some minor grading, laid hardware cloth, then D G rock and compacted it to rehabilitate a nasty garden path. We couldn't be happier with the service, the cost and the results in both cases. The second job performed in November 2012 was to remove some slate pavers, do more substantial regrading and lay more D G rock in the backyard, connecting to the existing path. This was a much larger area, with more challenging topography and the need to move and replace many large potted plants. The regrading involved digging much farther than needed simply to grade in order to remove large protruding granite rocks. As before, this work was performed by Habran and his crew very carefully and professionally. They extended the path slightly beyond the estimated end in order to achieve a better overall look. I am extremely satisfied with the work performed by this company and recommend them to anyone needing asphalt installation, repair, slurry seal coating, concrete grading, gravel and D G or tree stump and root removal. "},"url":"https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/ca/parris/cisneros-paving-reviews-7634779.htm"},"position":8},{"@type":"ListItem","item":{"@type":"LocalBusiness","name":"Miller Nursery Inc","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressRegion":"IA","addressCountry":"US"},"review":{"@type":"Review","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"Sondra C."},"reviewBody":"We received 3 separate bids for landscape job. All bids were comparable. We chose Miller because they were the most responsive and prompt. We cannot rave enough about Craig and his crew. They built an incredible paver walkway and central circular patio with a wrap around burmed garden with field stone walls and black edging that will eventually include a water feature. They created another smaller garden to help camouflage utility boxes. They planted 3 trees (1 shade; 2 ornamental) in our front gardens. Along our neighbors' fence line running the entire length of our property, they created a serpentined shade garden weaving in and around our existing trees that also features a field stone wall. Two additional shade trees were planted in our backyard. Our goal was to complete garden beds, hardscape and plant trees in the late fall. This was beautifully accomplished in short order. We will be returning to Miller in the spring to complete planting the beds and mulching. Our neighbors are as excited as we are to see the fully planted gardens come spring! "},"url":"https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/ia/johnston/miller-nursery-inc-reviews-6434527.htm"},"position":9}]}
Plant Watering reviews from real Angi homeowners in Des Moines, IA
Last update on October 15, 2025
Larry A.
5.0
03/2023
Super service! I requested a quote thru Angi. The next day I had a very competive estimate. What tipped the scale was that they indicated that the yard would be covered with a hard surface to to drive their log buggy on. When they arrived there was a large crew to remove the 4 trees I...
Tom K.
2.0
09/2015
I had a hard time getting Matt Kaldenberg to call me back at the initial planting. Finally, I came home one day and it was planted. I never did receive a call back. The tree died. These things happen. They had planted a tree in my front yard the year before that is still doing well, and I...
The work was nice. The person who did the work was a nice older gentleman and he is pretty picky. He was tidy and also his worker. They made sure that it was okay for me if they needed to do something like cutting plants. Although he is older, he works. He and his worker were not...
Barb W.
5.0
07/2013
They are very good. I have used them. They are prompt and they come when they say they are going to come. If they have a conflict they will call and reschedule which I think is good customer service. They do good work. They do what they say they are going to do. They stand behind of...
Ginger S.
5.0
05/2013
All my neighbors use them also. They do beautiful work, I have the most amazing patio. He brings plants and does the whole design. You get a whole plan for your yard.
Maria H.
5.0
03/2013
We had a couple of meetings with Jeff; we told him what we are looking for in terms of color and ease of care. He drew up a plan and we went over it again. We cut down on the number of perennials, to save on costs. The morning the work started, Jeff came over with 3 laborers, he marked...
We received 3 separate bids for landscape job. All bids were comparable. We chose Miller because they were the most responsive and prompt. We cannot rave enough about Craig and his crew. They built an incredible paver walkway and central circular patio with a wrap around burmed garden...
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!"
We have the experience and dedication to get the job done right! Specializing in landscaping services; We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won't leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Call or click for your FREE estimate today!
"Sunshine Landscaping did an amazing job! They were responsive, professional and fast. The quality of the work was excellent! Thank you so much Sunshine Landscaping- the stone repair looks brand new!"
Emily H on October 2025
We have the experience and dedication to get the job done right! Specializing in landscaping services; We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won't leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Call or click for your FREE estimate today!
"Sunshine Landscaping did an amazing job! They were responsive, professional and fast. The quality of the work was excellent! Thank you so much Sunshine Landscaping- the stone repair looks brand new!"
JCH EXCAVATING 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.
JCH EXCAVATING 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.
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.
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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.
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We Started Integra to Do Things Differently. Since day one in 2003, we’ve made it a priority to stay humble, work hard, and transform the way homeowners experience electrical service. We’re committed to delivering exceptional work backed by a 100% satisfaction guarantee. Our goal is simple: earn trust, tell the truth, and treat people like family, and that means making sure every homeowner feels safe, heard, and respected.
"Excellent service!"
Joann D on March 2025
We Started Integra to Do Things Differently. Since day one in 2003, we’ve made it a priority to stay humble, work hard, and transform the way homeowners experience electrical service. We’re committed to delivering exceptional work backed by a 100% satisfaction guarantee. Our goal is simple: earn trust, tell the truth, and treat people like family, and that means making sure every homeowner feels safe, heard, and respected.
At Coffin Electric, we pride ourselves on delivering top-notch electrical services to the Des Moines community. With over 100 years in business, our licensed and insured electricians are committed to ensuring safe, efficient, and reliable electrical solutions for both residential and commercial clients.
"I had a garage heater that needed repaired due to issues with the connections. They came out and got right to work. Estimate was very affordable, far less than another recent quote I received from another company. Clean, professional, friendly and didn?t try and sell me a bunch of stuff."
Tom W on December 2024
At Coffin Electric, we pride ourselves on delivering top-notch electrical services to the Des Moines community. With over 100 years in business, our licensed and insured electricians are committed to ensuring safe, efficient, and reliable electrical solutions for both residential and commercial clients.
"I had a garage heater that needed repaired due to issues with the connections. They came out and got right to work. Estimate was very affordable, far less than another recent quote I received from another company. Clean, professional, friendly and didn?t try and sell me a bunch of stuff."
You can depend on us to provide a high quality service at a fair and honest price. We understand that the future of our business depends upon our reputation and that is why customer service is by far our highest priority. If you are looking for a professional you can trust, please call today to schedule a no-obligation estimate!
"Completely satisfied"
Uma B on July 2024
You can depend on us to provide a high quality service at a fair and honest price. We understand that the future of our business depends upon our reputation and that is why customer service is by far our highest priority. If you are looking for a professional you can trust, please call today to schedule a no-obligation estimate!
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."
At Ace Handyman Services in Des Moines, our vision is to be the most trusted partner for home repairs, improvements, and maintenance in our community. As a locally family-owned business, we bring the 100-year legacy of Ace Hardware into your home with integrity, reliability, and top-tier craftsmanship. We are committed to delivering exceptional customer experiences by treating every home as if it were our own?prioritizing proactive communication, transparent pricing, and high-quality workmanship. Rooted in strong values of trust, work ethic, and service, we strive to build lasting relationships with homeowners and businesses across Des Moines?because when you choose us, you?re not just hiring a handyman, you?re gaining a home ally.
At Ace Handyman Services in Des Moines, our vision is to be the most trusted partner for home repairs, improvements, and maintenance in our community. As a locally family-owned business, we bring the 100-year legacy of Ace Hardware into your home with integrity, reliability, and top-tier craftsmanship. We are committed to delivering exceptional customer experiences by treating every home as if it were our own?prioritizing proactive communication, transparent pricing, and high-quality workmanship. Rooted in strong values of trust, work ethic, and service, we strive to build lasting relationships with homeowners and businesses across Des Moines?because when you choose us, you?re not just hiring a handyman, you?re gaining a home ally.
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FAQs for plant watering projects in Des Moines, IA
Landscapers typically charge $25 to $50 per person per hour, which equals around $50 to $100 per hour for a two-person crew. These rates can vary depending on your location, the size of staff needed for the job, and overall job type. For example, a larger crew will be needed for structural additions and hardscaping versus planting flowers.
When it comes to landscapers, licensing laws vary. Landscaping architects are required to be licensed in all 50 states, whereas traditional landscaping contractors are not typically required to hold a certification. You’ll likely be working with a landscaping contractor for most residential projects. If you are redesigning your whole yard or adding in hardscape features, you will work with a landscaping architect at some point during the project. Be sure to check our state licensing tool to review the local landscaper guidelines.
As you browse our pro listings, take note of the “Angi Approved” badge. Angi Approved businesses meet our standards for certification which include:
The owner, principal, or relevant manager passed a criminal background check
Required to have applicable state and local licenses
Maintain an average star rating of 3.0 or better on our network, if they have at least one review
Paying to advertise their services
Meeting any other eligibility criteria required by Angi
Keep in mind licensing is different from certifications. A license is a legal requirement to operate a business, while certifications are voluntary.
Lawn irrigation is the process of getting water to your lawn, grass and all, for it to grow. There are five main types of lawn irrigation methods:
Manual irrigation puts you in charge of the flow of water. Using a sprinkler head on your hose is best to evenly distribute the water across your entire lawn. This doesn’t take much time but requires you to be physically outside holding the hose.
Above-ground sprinklers attach to your hose and rotate or oscillate around your lawn. Since these are above-ground, they’ll need to be moved when it’s time to mow, and depending on the size of your property, you might need to move it around your yard for full coverage.
In-ground sprinklers are flush with the ground when not in use but pop up above the ground level when it's time to water the lawn. Piping for these sprinklers is all found underground, and there are different types of sprinkler heads for different uses and lawn sizes.
Drip irrigation involves drip lines that are more efficient than sprinklers for more extensive lawns. This involves a lot of digging since they are installed underground, but it makes it easy for you to mow.
Rainwater collection and irrigation uses nature’s precipitation to water your lawn. This option might not be available in every area since semi-reliable rainfall is needed, though the barrels for this system can range from 15 gallons to 10,000 gallons or more.
The cost of a lawn sprinkler system is $2,550 for the average homeowner. However, this price can range from $350 to $5,000 or more, depending on the type of sprinkler system you install, the size of your yard, and the type of sprinkler heads you choose. For example, rotating or oscillating sprinkler heads are more expensive than stationary ones, making the cost for one sprinkler head $2.50 to $30 each. Likewise, a yard that is 1/4 of an acre in size averages a total average price of $2,460; however, a one-acre yard averages a cost of $9,840.
Landscaping costs around $3,500 but varies widely from $200 to $14,000. Factors that play a part in your final landscaping price tag include:
Location
Yard size
Project size
Materials
Land preparation
Type of landscaping
Considering so many factors, it’s not surprising that the overall costs can differ. A typical landscaping project is flower bed installation, which averages between $800 and $3,000. However, landscape lighting installation is a higher-end project, with a price tag of $2,000 to $6,000.
The Des Moines, IA homeowners’ guide to plant watering services
From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.
Xeriscape costs depend on materials, the size of your yard, and if you DIY. This guide will help you determine what your xeriscaping project will cost.
Nothing spruces up your home’s exterior quite like refreshing flower beds and walkways with landscaping materials. Learn what questions to ask about mulch before ordering.
While it’s possible to DIY build a retaining wall, several pros have advanced knowledge of hardscaping and building. Learn who to hire to build a retaining wall.