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L. Miller Landscaping

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L. Miller Landscaping

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10 years of experience

Iowa City, IA; Cedar Rapids, IA; Marshalltown, IA; Davenport, IA; Waterloo, IA - If you're searching for effective Landscaper for commercial and residential properties, make a call to "L. Miller Landscaping"

Iowa City, IA; Cedar Rapids, IA; Marshalltown, IA; Davenport, IA; Waterloo, IA - If you're searching for effective Landscaper for commercial and residential properties, make a call to "L. Miller Landscaping"


Newkirk Gutter Co. LLC

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Newkirk Gutter Co. LLC

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12 years of experience

We are a husband wife team. Our products are all made in the United States. Our workmanship and materials are guaranteed for life against defects. However, this does not cover storm damage. We offer a 20% discount to all military veterans and service members with military I.D.

We are a husband wife team. Our products are all made in the United States. Our workmanship and materials are guaranteed for life against defects. However, this does not cover storm damage. We offer a 20% discount to all military veterans and service members with military I.D.



GM Handyman Services

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GM Handyman Services

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20 years of experience

©2011, GM Handyman, All Rights Reserved. Look no further, we are here to help. We are a family owned and operated business and understand the need for trusted, quality workmanship. If you are looking for great service and affordable prices in Webster City, Fort Dodge, or surrounding areas in Iowa, I encourage you to give us a call. We provide a wide range of services for both residential and commercial clients, and we take the time to help with even the simple things.

©2011, GM Handyman, All Rights Reserved. Look no further, we are here to help. We are a family owned and operated business and understand the need for trusted, quality workmanship. If you are looking for great service and affordable prices in Webster City, Fort Dodge, or surrounding areas in Iowa, I encourage you to give us a call. We provide a wide range of services for both residential and commercial clients, and we take the time to help with even the simple things.


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Dirt's Lawn and Landscape

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Dirt's Lawn and Landscape

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13 years of experience

Dirt's Lawn and Landscape is a young and ambitious landscaping design/creation/maintenance business. 10 years of experience landscaping in Central Iowa, Dirt's Lawn and Landscape has the knowledge and tools to get the job done right, and the creativity and attention to detail that is required to give your home or business a breathtaking landscape. Honest and upfront pricing, and practical solutions to common problems.

Dirt's Lawn and Landscape is a young and ambitious landscaping design/creation/maintenance business. 10 years of experience landscaping in Central Iowa, Dirt's Lawn and Landscape has the knowledge and tools to get the job done right, and the creativity and attention to detail that is required to give your home or business a breathtaking landscape. Honest and upfront pricing, and practical solutions to common problems.

Leaf Removal questions, answered by experts

The most common alternative is burning the stump first, then dealing with the cinders and ashes. As you can imagine, this option creates fire hazards, especially since roots can burn underground, hidden, for long afterward. That’s why many states and cities have outlawed the use of stump burning entirely. We do not recommend this option as a viable alternative unless you get a permit from the local fire department and practice all safe burning procedures.

Others prefer a more long-term DIY approach of degrading the stump with home mixtures like Epsom salt and vinegar injected directly into it. This may help the stump decay faster, allowing homeowners to dig it out themselves, but it’s still a lengthy process. It usually takes months for a stump to start falling apart with such treatments, and in the meantime, it can be vulnerable to rot, insects, and other problems.

You can remove a small tree from your yard if there’s space for the tree to fall, you have the right tools and safety equipment, and you follow a clear plan of action. You’ll just want to follow the steps above carefully, and ideally, you will have experience doing similar tasks. If you have any doubts that you can do this project safely, though, you should hire a pro.

It is possible to cut down a tree on your property yourself, but we don’t recommend it. If the tree is short enough to easily reach the top branches, and the tree is far from power lines or structures, consider renting a chainsaw and removing it yourself. Trees that are larger than that, close to electrical lines, or close to fences, homes, sheds, or other structures should only ever be removed by professionals. Not only is the work dangerous, but you could damage structures on your property in the process.

If you’re hiring a company to perform stump grinding—or any home service for that matter—you’ll want them to at least have general liability insurance and worker’s compensation insurance. This type of coverage protects both you and the business in the case of any accidents. Professional liability insurance and inland marine insurance plans are also important for tree companies to have. Ask any pro you’re considering hiring about licenses and insurance coverage before booking the job.

Trees provide many benefits, including shade, habitat for local wildlife, and cleaner air, so it’s always a good idea to try an alternative strategy like crown reduction before you chop one down. But sometimes, cutting down a tree is the only option (like if it’s severely diseased). A licensed arborist can assess the tree and recommend the best course of action.

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