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Avatar for M & G Landscaping & Roofing
M & G Landscaping & Roofing
4.7(
60
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Serving Van Meter, 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 time5 hrs
Response rate90%
26 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Vertex Construction Services
5.0(
11
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Serving Van Meter, 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%
18 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Titan Excavating, LLC
5.0(
21
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Serving Van Meter, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Widened and leveled my driveway, added new gravel and compacted it and added a drainage grate to my garage. Very professional and knowledgeable. Was able to accommodate my schedule. Finished the work in about 8 hours. Very happy with the result."
Parking
Drive
Drive
Drive
Parking

+25

Response time9 hrs
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Galt Hexagon
5.0(
9
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Serving Van Meter, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I needed some regrading done in my back yard. Brian came out and quoted the project in detail. Others just quoted a total cost, which left me with concerns about the details. We had lots of rain, this year, so he did all he could to minimize damage to the yard going from the street to the back yard. The results are great! back yard is much gentler slope, and easy to mow now. I definitely recommend Galt Hexagon for grading/regrading work."
Washout 1
Washout 2
Washout 3
Graded 1
Graded 2

+2

Response time1 day
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
Avatar for Iowa Landscaping
Iowa Landscaping
5.0(
3
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Serving Van Meter, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1995

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Exceptional work. This company was wonderful to work with. Very professional and knowledgeable. I would recommend them to anyone and plan to hire them again in the future."
Natural Stone
Planter Bed
Iowa Buff Wall
Rock wall with steps
Boulder Wall

+15

Response time2 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for R&M Landscaping and Junk Removal
R&M Landscaping and Junk Removal
4.8(
4
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Serving Van Meter, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

At R&M landscape and junk removal we provide a full range of property maintenance services, including snow removal, leaf pickup, lawn mowing, tree and bush trimming, weed removal, junk removal, and general landscaping. We serve the metro area and many surrounding small communities.

Landscaping/ mowing
Landscaping/ mowing
Junk removal
Junk removal
Junk removal

+13

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Ark Electrical Services, LLC
5.0(
7
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Serving Van Meter, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

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!

Garage piping
Tesla charger
Work bench lighting and power
Service upgrade
Service upgrade

+83

Response time5 hrs
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by28%of homeowners
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Landscaping questions, answered by experts

You should plant trees at least 15 to 20 feet away from your house, and more if the tree will grow large and spread its limbs. Trees pose several dangers to houses when planted too close. They can litter the roof with leaves and branches, create fire hazards, make a ladder for larger pests, and even damage the foundation as their roots grow.

While both fall and spring are suitable times of the year for planting trees, fall is typically the better option. Soil stays warm long enough to allow tree roots to establish in fall before they go dormant, while spring might give way to intense summer heat before spring-planted trees have time to grow strong roots.

As much as you might try to keep a healthy, nutrient-rich lawn, you still may notice signs of St. Augustine decline (SAD)—a viral disease that discolors your grass blades. St. Augustine decline looks like:

  • Discoloration in the leaves (chlorosis)—leaves appear yellow and splotchy

  • Decline in growth

  • Leaves turn black within 3 years

  • Grass appears less vibrant

  • Grass begins to thin

  • Root rot

  • Grass takes longer to recover

Yes, you can landscape in the rain, but you should take some precautions to keep yourself and your tools safe. Avoid using electric landscaping tools during rainfall, and don’t mow, thatch, aerate, or rake in the rain, as your tools can more easily tear out roots in the loose soil. Be careful when working on wet grass, and take your time to avoid slipping. Avoid putting in new plants before a particularly bad storm, as heavy rain and strong winds can damage or uproot plants that aren’t yet established.

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.

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