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Top-Rated Lawn care providers in Ely - Updated Nov 2026

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TruGreen
3.1(
2,962
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Lawn Care - Aerate a LawnLawn Care - Fertilize or Treat a Lawn

Serving Ely, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1974

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I think they treated the wrong lawn. The note they sent me via text message referenced trees and shrubs in my yard, I have none. They also did not leave a yard marker showing they had been there. Otherwise, this would have been a 5 star review."
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Recommended by76%of homeowners
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aarons handyman services
5.0(
13
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Handyman for Multiple Small Projects

Serving Ely, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"The service was great! Very knowledgeable, professional and personable. The work was done quickly but well done. I would for sure recommend him to anyone here. Thanks for the many jobs well done. I look forward to working with you again."
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Clarke House Solutions
5.0(
9
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Handyman for Multiple Small Projects

Serving Ely, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Dylan is a responsible, reliable provider who completed the work quickly, efficiently, and with great quality. He is a very personable and I would love to work with him again on future projects."
Response time12 hrs
Response rate100%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Lawns FAQs, answered by experts

You cannot put anything you want into a rented dumpster, as there are significant restrictions on certain items.

Generally allowed items include:

  • Household Junk: Furniture, old linens, carpets, toys, small appliances, and excess trash.

  • Construction & Yard Debris: Wood, yard debris, roofing materials, old finishes, and other construction waste.

Commonly prohibited items include:

  • Hazardous Materials: Toxic waste, medical waste, dangerous chemicals, items with lead paint, and asbestos.

  • Flammables: Gasoline, oil, and fuel.

  • Specific Banned Items: Paint cans, electronics, batteries, tires, refrigerators, and hot water tanks.

Because rules can vary, you should always check with your specific dumpster rental company for their guidelines if you are unsure about an item.

Always begin by removing large debris, leaves, and branches from your lawn to make room for the rest of your lawn maintenance checklist. Move on to mowing, weeding, and edging in the spaces between your lawn and garden. Lastly, clean off all hardscapes, porches, and patios for a fresh and tidy appearance.

Some states have bans on disposing of yard waste in plastic bags in landfills. Yard waste takes up space in landfills and releases methane gas when disposed of improperly. It's best to repurpose it naturally to benefit your garden and the environment.

Depending on the method you choose to remove grass, it may or may not matter whether the grass is wet or dry when you perform the task. A dryer lawn will be easier to negotiate with a sod cutter, especially if you're not planning to reuse the turf. However, using a shovel by hand might be a little easier if the ground is slightly damp but not so much that it sticks to the tool.  

Strat decluttering for the holidays by removing trash and organizing items into different piles that you’ll keep, donate and toss out. Whatever you intend to keep, find a specific place for it, and if you buy something, get rid of an item that’s taking up space. Start small, go room-by-room, and don’t try to declutter all at once—doing so can get overwhelming.

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