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Avatar for Greentrail Landscape & Design, Inc.
Greentrail Landscape & Design, Inc.
4.3(
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Serving Algonquin, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Jose was very detailed and listened to what I was trying to accomplish for my backyard , he offered solutions for me to choose from and worked within my budget. I would recommend him for any landscaping projects. He takes pride in his work and doing the best job possible."
Response time2 days
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Unique Landscaping Service
4.3(
143
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Serving Algonquin, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Unique Landscaping basically did a renovation of my yard- taking out all trees, leveling it out, and putting down all new sod. It looks amazing and we would definitely hire them again!"
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KIDS PLAYGROUND AREA
AFTER
PLANTING DESIGNS
Hardscape Projects

+452

Response time7 hrs
Response rate95%
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TITON SERVICES OF ELGIN LLC
5.0(
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Serving Algonquin, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I thought they did a great job. Had to have area regraded after new septic install and also had to have driveway doug out and graded to meet the countyâ s requirements for rental license. They did a great job. I felt like pricing was fair as well. Thanks for hard work."
Soil Conditioning
Soil Conditioning
Soil Conditioning
Soil Conditioning
Soil Conditioning

+5

Response time5 hrs
Recommended by78%of homeowners
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JWB Home Solutions
3.5(
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Serving Algonquin, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Anon is prompt and responsive. The quality of work is very high and, if problems arise, they are fixed the right way. Thank you for the awesome master bath."
Custom Stone Staircase with Lights
Concrete Stairs with Lighting set up
Deck Demo
Very old and broken concrete patio and fence
Nowhere to relax

+220

Response time3 days
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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BK Enhancements
5.0(
4
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Serving Algonquin, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

"BK Enhancements did great work edging, mulching and removing leaves/weeds. I am very happy with the landscaping."
What We Can Do For You
What We Can Do For You
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What We Can Do For You
What We Can Do For You

+2

Response time1 day
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Recommended by33%of homeowners
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Daybreaker, Inc.
4.2(
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Serving Algonquin, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2002

Warranties offered

Credit card accepted

"Great communication, stayed to schedule and cost. Did a great job adding a new paver patio, outdoor kitchen, pizza oven, fireplace and Pavilion."
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Before 2
Sidewalk 1
Sidewalk 2
Rear sidewalk/patio

+54

Response time4 days
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

A crawl space can be as little as 42 inches below the grade of your house, but this is not always recommended in flood-prone areas. At a minimum, there must be at least 16 inches of clearance between the ground and the floor joists to access the space in an emergency.

The average cost of excavation is approximately $3,200, with typical projects ranging from $500 to $15,000. Depending on the contractor, you may be charged between $50 and $200 per cubic yard or an hourly rate of $40 to $180 for an excavation specialist. The total cost is influenced by several factors, including the project size, the amount of soil to be removed, and the soil's condition. Hard soil, tree roots, or excessive rocks and clay can increase the price, potentially adding $200 to $1,200 to the final bill. Other factors that can drive up costs include the presence of nearby structures that complicate the work or tight spaces that require manual excavation instead of heavy machinery.

The rules for trenching and excavation include setting up and following safety protocols, learning how to use tools and machines properly, and ensuring there is a safe exit for all workers. Keep heavy equipment and materials away from the edge of the hole or trench. Call the 811 dig line before starting any excavation or trenching project to ensure you don’t hit any electrical or gas lines.

After you successfully remove your boulder, you have a few options for what to do to get rid of it. You can rent a dumpster if your yard has many boulders or if you’re planning a larger project. You can even save the boulder and reuse it elsewhere on your property to save on landscaping costs. A few ideas include using the boulder as a natural, abstract statue, breaking it into smaller pieces to line your garden bed, or offering it to a landscaping company that could reuse it for another project.

Consultation with the local government helps identify necessary permits, avoid project delays or legal issues, and protect project integrity.

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