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Custom Landscapes, Inc.
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Landscape - Install Landscaping for Yard or Garden

Serving Athens, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 1990

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"David McLaughlin and his workers were very good at creating a back yard for us with paver patio and walkway. one thing I appreciated is that David took the time to listen to our vision for creating a back yard space that compliments the lake view. He did a rendering and it was far more beautiful than we expected. We had Custom Landscapes install an above ground pool and loved his idea to build a deck around the oval pool. We appreciate Dave's communication when a product was delayed or we had weather related issues he would let us know. We did appreciate that working in the weather environment sometimes would create a delay in our goals for completing. Thank you Dave! I wish I could post some before and after projects."
Estate Mowing
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Response time2 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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LT Excavating
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Landscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingLandscape - Soil, Sand, Mulch and Rock Delivery

Serving Athens, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2019

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"Luke and Trent are exemplary and knowledgeable professionals. Their quote was very reasonable. They showed up at the exact time and day the promised. These men are courteous and very professional. They had a few obstacles to maneuver around, as they were digging out the hole for the egress window. They did it with great skill and precision. My wife and I are grateful we found this company to do our work. 5 STARS +++"
Response time5 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by75%of homeowners
Many services
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Lawn Care - Maintain and Mow a LawnLawn & Yard Waste Clean Up

Serving Athens, IL and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Corey came out to see a property I was looking at purchasing. Corey absolutely over delivered. I can not thank this team enough for their expertise. I was on a super short timeline and they got on-site the next day (which was a Sunday). These guys are awesome and I can not recommend them enough."
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Drywell - Construct or RebuildLandscape - Install Landscaping for Yard or GardenLandscape - Install Synthetic Grass for Putting Greens, Play Areas, etc.+3 more

Serving Athens, IL and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

Offers commercial services

After 30 years together, my wife and I bought our pickup and I am now looking to supplement my income by putting my pickup truck to work for me. Whether moving appliances or delivering purchases, I've got the tool for the job.

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Iron Key Property Management LLC
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Lawn & Yard Waste Clean UpLawn Care - Maintain and Mow a Lawn

Serving Athens, IL and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

Hello, this is Iron Key Services LLC. We are a veteran-owned lawn care, cleanup, debris removal, and property maintenance company serving Central Illinois.\n\nWe have availability today for urgent property cleanups, overgrown lawns, move-out exterior cleanup, trash/debris removal, and curb-appeal work before showings or tenant turnover.

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Landscaping questions, answered by experts

Professional lakefront landscaping addresses environmental factors such as water level fluctuations, erosion control, and native plant suitability. Regular maintenance includes pruning, fertilization, and ensuring drainage systems function well.

Before you begin landscaping with rocks, put down a weed barrier or landscape fabric to prevent pesky weeds from poking through. 

It depends. Smaller, younger trees take longer to mature, but they're more resilient, their roots don't get as damaged during transplanting, and they recover faster. Plus, they're much more affordable to plant, and it's possible to DIY the planting. 

On the other hand, mature trees produce fruit faster and provide more shade and privacy immediately. Ideally, a small or medium tree is the better choice if you can wait a few years for it to mature. But if you need immediate maturity, a larger tree is the only option.

The best size rock for your landscaping depends on the design, as different boulders serve different purposes. If you want to group boulders to create a natural-looking cluster, you’ll need a range of sizes. Otherwise, here are some suggestions:

  • Small boulders (smaller than 12 inches across): Best for landscape edging and fire pits 

  • Medium boulders (12–24 inches): Best for retaining walls and water features

  • Large boulders (more than 24 inches): Best as standalone landscaping features, steps, or walkways.

Of course, you can mix and match sizes to create a unique display.

Multiple rules of thumb exist when discussing tree planting. When planting a tree, the best rule of thumb is to provide it with everything it needs to survive and thrive in its new environment. That may mean learning about the type of tree you're planting and studying the best methods of taking care of it before purchasing and planting. 

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