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Avatar for D&S Lawn & Handyman Service
D&S Lawn & Handyman Service
5.0(
13
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Landscape - Install Landscaping for Yard or GardenSod - InstallLandscape - Install Landscaping for Yard or Garden - For Business

Serving Johnston, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

Warranties offered

Offers commercial services

"These folks are amazing! They are affordable, they did a great job, cleaned everything up, really had the flowerbeds, landscaping paper, mulching everything back in place and aesthetically looking better than what it originally was when I bought the home. Donâ t hesitate to contact them and let them do your project!"
retaining wall
retaining wall east side of property
new retaining wall
fished
side walk

+19

Response time5 hrs
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by75%of homeowners
Avatar for M & G Landscaping & Roofing
M & G Landscaping & Roofing
4.7(
60
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Lawn Care - Maintain and Mow a LawnDesigner - LandscapeLandscape - Soil, Sand, Mulch and Rock Delivery

Serving Johnston, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I hired M and G to mow our yard.. Because I had some medical issues I was unable to mow myself. I reached out to Fernando and he was here the following morning. I have always done my own yard work and was very happy with the job and that it was done as well or better than before. I well continue to use M and G for future project as well. Nice job."
Response time4 hrs
Response rate90%
17 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Titan Excavating, LLC
Titan Excavating, LLC
5.0(
23
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Designer - LandscapeLandscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping - For Business+5 more

Serving Johnston, 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"
Parking
Drive
Drive
Drive
Parking

+25

Response time9 hrs
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by80%of homeowners
Avatar for Vertex Construction Services
Vertex Construction Services
5.0(
11
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Landscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping - For Business

Serving Johnston, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We used Billy and his team to repair our yard after a sewer line was replaced. He was very knowledgeable in the process of what was needed to restore the property to its prior state. The work was done quickly and we have had no problems with anything he has done. Highly reccommend!"
Grading
Grading
Grading
Grading
Sidewalk backfill

+13

Response time12 hrs
Response rate100%
30 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for McDougal & Sons Lawn Care
McDougal & Sons Lawn Care
4.6(
28
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Lawn Care - Maintain and Mow a Lawn

Serving Johnston, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"When my yard is mowed it is completed in less than 10 min traditionally. The boys who complete it have little attention to detail and leave areas surrounding bushes untrimmed. The administration side of things has not gone much better. I typically pay a couple of months at a time in advance. When doing this I have to call to make sure the money gets applied to my account and often time one or two dates get skipped which then requires an additional phone call to correct. Thus the rating of *just okay* versus a five-star rating."
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+1

Response time3 hrs
Recommended by95%of homeowners
Avatar for MTZ Concrete Corp.
MTZ Concrete Corp.
4.9(
41
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Retaining Wall - Install

Serving Johnston, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Andres discussed several options with me for a raised deck or patio to the backdoor. He set a reasonable price for all the work he did: raised concrete patio with stairs, door installation, wood railings plus he and his crew were extremely helpful with small jobs I asked for. In the small community I live in it is very hard to find responsive, reliable, reasonable contractors who do the job RIGHT! So glad I found him."
Driveway
Truck Utility
Steps
Company Info
Walkway

+9

Response time6 hrs
Response rate93%
79 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Landscaping questions, answered by experts

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.

Unless it only rains once in a blue moon where you live, you’re going to want water-loving plants in your garden bed or pot. A few ideas for plants that aren’t super fast-growing (meaning they’re good in pots or near foundations) and can handle a lot of standing water include: 

  • Acorus (Sweet flag)

  • Colocasia esculenta (Taro or elephant ear): In many climates, these are annuals, making them less desirable because you need to adjust the chain again after each replant.

  • Equisetum scirpoides (Dwarf horsetail rush): non-dwarf varieties of horsetail are fast growers and can take over quickly.

  • Juncus effusus (Curly rush)

  • Osmunda regalis (Royal fern): Royal fern can grow quickly but can also handle being crowded, making them good container plants.

Yes, weeds can still grow in decomposed granite. If properly compacted, it can act as a good weed suppressant, meaning you’ll only pull weeds occasionally. But no ground cover is completely weed-proof. To further prevent weeds, you can try spraying your decomposed granite with distilled white vinegar.

The best size rock for your landscaping depends on the design, as different boulders serve different purposes. If you want to group boulders to create a natural-looking cluster, you’ll need a range of sizes. Otherwise, here are some suggestions:

  • Small boulders (smaller than 12 inches across): Best for landscape edging and fire pits 

  • Medium boulders (12–24 inches): Best for retaining walls and water features

  • Large boulders (more than 24 inches): Best as standalone landscaping features, steps, or walkways.

Of course, you can mix and match sizes to create a unique display.

You should use mulch because it protects garden soil in a few key ways. This extra layer between the ground and the elements protects against erosion, helps your soil maintain moisture, regulates changes in temperature, adds nutrients as it decomposes, and keeps weeds at bay.

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