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Meyer Landscape and Design, Inc.
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Designer - LandscapeLandscape - Install Landscaping for Yard or Garden

Serving Albany, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1950

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Kurt Meyer's listened to what we needed and because we needed to make this affordable, he planned our ravine retaining wall with our funds in mind. It turned out just beautiful, and we told him we didn't care about the appearance, we just wanted something that would keep our deck from falling into the ravine. Got the safety issue resolved and it looks beautiful too. He even used some of our existing plants to fill in around the retaining wall to keep expenses down. We knew they were great landscapers. Never thought we'd be able to afford their handy work. The guys who did the work were exceptional workers too. We will definitely be contacting them in the future for other yard projects."
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+15

Response time3 days
Recommended by84%of homeowners
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Takota Outdoor Transformations LLC
5.0(
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Lawn & Yard Waste Clean UpRetaining Wall - InstallDesigner - Landscape+5 more

Serving Albany, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2019

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

We are an owner-operated landscaping company established in 2019, backed by over 35 years of hands-on experience. We specialize in mulching, planting, cleanups, paver patios, retaining walls, water features, and low-voltage outdoor lighting.\n\nOur direct, owner-led approach ensures every project is completed with precision, care, and attention to detail. When you hire Takota, you're working directly with the people who care most about the outcome.

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+26

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Martin Dirtworks, LLC
5.0(
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Landscape - Soil, Sand, Mulch and Rock DeliveryLawn & Yard Waste Clean UpLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Albany, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

"Hired Martin Dirtworks to clear and remove trees, shrubs, and dirt from my property and bring in backfill. Was very professional and completed all phases of project on time and met budget. Very happy and recommend his services. Will be calling for future projects as prices are fair and great person to deal with."
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Landscaping questions, answered by experts

It is possible to DIY complete hardscaping projects, but in most cases, hiring a professional is best to get the job done correctly. Hardscaping—including installing patios, decks, retaining walls, walkways, and water features—is challenging and time-consuming, so the money you spend on a professional is typically worth it. Not only will the quality be better, but you could avoid problems that come along with a lack of hardscaping experience, like drainage issues that can lead to costly foundation damage and leaks in your home.

The best way to landscape your front yard on a budget is to invest in hiring a professional for hardscaping—things like upgrading walkways, redoing driveways, and installing partitions around garden beds. You can often do the softscaping yourself—think laying down mulch, caring for your lawn, removing weeds, and planting flowers and shrubs. It’s also almost always worthwhile to pay a professional for routine yard maintenance, as this dramatically improves curb appeal and delivers above 100% ROI in most cases.

While you can leave roots in the ground, if you don’t want the shrub to regrow again over time, it’s best not to leave any roots behind. Ensure you remove as much of the shrub as possible, including the root ball and any main roots you can see, to prevent new growth. Some gardeners opt for using a chemical treatment to prevent the stump from growing back, but this can kill beneficial microorganisms living in your soil.

Yes, rock gardens do need water. That said, they typically require less regular watering and, instead, more occasional, deep watering since the rocks trap moisture for longer than mulch. Make sure you don’t water your rock garden too much during the winter.

The landscaping elements that add the most value are often the basics. A well-maintained, attractive lawn can have a return on investment (ROI) of up to 217%. Routine lawn maintenance, such as edging and mulching, can provide an ROI of over 100%. Other high-value projects include upgrading your front walkway, which can offer a 100% ROI, and planting trees. Projects like adding decks, patios, outdoor lighting, irrigation systems, fire pits, and outdoor kitchens also add value and enjoyment, though their direct financial ROI may be less than 100% in some cases.

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