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J's Excavating & Landscaping

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J's Excavating & Landscaping

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9 years of experience

J's Excavating & Landscaping is committed to excellence every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and responsibility in all of our jobs. We are a locally owned and operated business with more than 3 years of experience serving Randalia, IA and surrounding areas. There is no job too big, or too small for our team. Call today and let us put our experience to work for you!

J's Excavating & Landscaping is committed to excellence every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and responsibility in all of our jobs. We are a locally owned and operated business with more than 3 years of experience serving Randalia, IA and surrounding areas. There is no job too big, or too small for our team. Call today and let us put our experience to work for you!

DeLong Snow and Lawn Care

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DeLong Snow and Lawn Care

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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

We take great pride in our work and strive for excellence in all that we do Providing Lawn Care, Snow Removal, Fertilization & Weed Control, Spring & Fall Cleanups, Aeration, Dethatching, and Gutter Cleaning

"Great. They're really an awesome company and do good work. They were prompt, courteous, and clean. I highly recommend them to others."

Bobby F on April 2020

We take great pride in our work and strive for excellence in all that we do Providing Lawn Care, Snow Removal, Fertilization & Weed Control, Spring & Fall Cleanups, Aeration, Dethatching, and Gutter Cleaning

"Great. They're really an awesome company and do good work. They were prompt, courteous, and clean. I highly recommend them to others."

Bobby F on April 2020

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"

Cameron Enterprises

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Cameron Enterprises

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23 years of experience

We are a family owned and operated Custom Landscape Contractor. We off full lawn care and snow and ice management services. We also offer concrete and asphalt contracting. One call takes care of all your property's needs.

We are a family owned and operated Custom Landscape Contractor. We off full lawn care and snow and ice management services. We also offer concrete and asphalt contracting. One call takes care of all your property's needs.

CZ Property Services

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CZ Property Services

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15 years of experience

Our employees do all of the word we do not sub work out. We accept check, cash, and all major credit cards. We do commercial and residential work for all of our first class services.

Our employees do all of the word we do not sub work out. We accept check, cash, and all major credit cards. We do commercial and residential work for all of our first class services.

ALLIED PROPERTY MAINTENANCE

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ALLIED PROPERTY MAINTENANCE

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Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 93% of Angi customers
Recommended by 93% of HomeAdvisor customers

We are a full service property maintenance company offering a wide range of services under one roof. This unique blend of services allows us to offer the customer substantial discounts in all aspects of their property maintenance needs.

We are a full service property maintenance company offering a wide range of services under one roof. This unique blend of services allows us to offer the customer substantial discounts in all aspects of their property maintenance needs.

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Mulch and Topsoil questions, answered by experts

Yes, you need to use landscape fabric under your rubber mulch. Rubber mulch doesn’t decompose, so putting landscape fabric down can work as a barrier between your mulch and soil, preventing your mulch from mixing with your soil and leaching chemicals like aluminum, cadmium, and copper into it. Also, since weeds can occasionally get through rubber mulch, using landscape fabric as a second form of protection can increase its effectiveness. 

Depending on the size of the river rock and the density of your soil, add woven landscape fabric or sand under river rock. The extra layer will ensure your river rock sits evenly and doesn't create puddles or uneven areas throughout the design. In some cases, nothing is necessary beneath river rock, but be sure to speak with a landscaper to keep your landscaping looking sharp.

The amount of soil you’ll need around your foundation depends on a variety of factors, but in general, you want a 6-inch decline over the first 10 feet extending out from your foundation. How much soil it will take to achieve that will depend on the current grade of the yard, how much foundation is exposed, and the size of your home.

In most cases, it’s better to remove rocks before adding mulch. Layering the two will restrict drainage and plant health, and can create an unpleasant texture underfoot.

The best time to lay mulch depends on the type of mulch and the reason for installing it: 

  • Summer: Adding extra mulch helps soil retain moisture and keeps weeds at bay, allowing plants to thrive. 

  • Fall: Adding mulch helps control weeds and keeps soil and roots warm during the cooler months. Aim to add a layer of mulch 2 to 4 inches deep.

  • Winter: Mulch around perennial plants to help keep them insulated.

  • Spring: Wait until the ground has thawed. Depending on the thickness, add between 1 and 4 inches of mulch to provide freeze and rain protection and enrich the soil.

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