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Avatar for Aerate 1 Landscaping & Ponds
Aerate 1 Landscaping & Ponds
4.6(
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Serving Elgin, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 1998

Warranties offered

Credit card accepted

"We have hired Aerate 1 several times and have always been thrilled with their work. They planted a tree and provided pruning after the tree matured. They surrounded our above ground pool with drainage covered by pea gravel inside brick, and installed a paver walkway to the pool's heater. They landscaped the front and side with mulch inside brick. Every time they do work they make the site look better than when they arrived, even in areas only slightly impacted by their work. I highly recommend their company due to their excellent work and commitment to keeping their promises about when and what will be done!"
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3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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J & P Brothers Landscaping
4.9(
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Serving Elgin, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2003

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Very well. They cleared a fence lin 75 ft. lon and up to 15 ft. wide down to bare ground, no stumps left. Then thhey contoured and seeded the whole area. All in one day."
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+50

Response time2 days
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Green City Gardens
4.7(
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Serving Elgin, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2006

Credit card accepted

Customers say: Super punctual

"J.D. was fantastic, we stated with a quick design consultation for a modest price to test the waters. J.D. showed up, was personable and extremely knowledgeable of his field. J.D. made my wife and I to feel very comfortable throughout the design and installation processes.
J.D. and his crew began on schedule and was flexible when we needed to change dates (and some plans) based on a new fence we were putting in, as well as delays due to weather.
J.D. discovered a tree in our yard was a "weed-tree" which could be damaging to the new landscaping/sod, as well as the garden we were putting in; he recommended a tree removal service whose costs were on par with other services in the area and within 1 day the tree was gone.
J.D's crew was very courteous and friendly when on-site, always a tip of the hat and a wave with a smile. J.D. is the designer and actually does overseas the implementation of the design, and is not afraid to throw a little mulch around.
My wife and I are ecstatic with the work he and his crew did, we just wish we had more green-space for him to work on.
You should absolutely hire this company, even if you don't really need the work done.
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+18

Response time1 day
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
Avatar for Fern's Landscaping & Design
Fern's Landscaping & Design
4.4(
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Serving Elgin, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2019

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"This was the best landscaping company that I’ve ever worked with. From day 1 until the end of the project, nothing but great things to say. High level of professionalism, responsive communications and an absolute pleasure to work with. These guys are super talented!"
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front yard renovation
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Plant design

+36

Response time1 day
16 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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Midwest Landscaping Design & Tree Service Inc
4.4(
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Serving Elgin, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 1985

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"Very pleased with results. My wife (important) and I were very pleased. The company was very open to incorporating any of our own thoughts into the plan."
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Response time3 days
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for RIVERA CONCRETE PAVING
RIVERA CONCRETE PAVING
4.0(
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Serving Elgin, IL and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Emergency services offered

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"Everyone was very professional, respectful and friendly. The work was done in a timely manner and to our satisfaction. The team was eager to help with any questions we had. The driveway looks awesome we would definitely use them again."
Concrete Driveways Project
Masonry Project
Concrete - Pouring & Repair Project
Concrete - Stamped & Decorative Project
Rentals - Equipment Project

+46

Response time5 days
Response rate100%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Eagle Crest Landscaping & AG Concrete Services, LLC
Eagle Crest Landscaping & AG Concrete Services, LLC
5.0(
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Serving Elgin, IL and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2025

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Offers commercial services

"Eagle Crest is wonderful! They gave us a fair price for the work we wanted done, arrived when promised, completed the work, and cleaned up after themselves. They repaired our sidewalk and replaced a crumbing stairway with a new concrete one and added a beautiful wooden handrail. They were professional, friendly, and did a great job! They offer several services so we will definitely be using them for other project in the future. I have no hesitation in recommending them to family, friends and neighbors. This is a great company so do yourself a favor, look them up, and use them for your next project! Thank you, Eagle Crest, for the very professional work you did. I would upload pictures but I'm not good with doing some computer things."
Response time8 hrs
Response rate85%
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Golden Willow Landscaping
4.8(
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Serving Elgin, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2009

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Emergency services offered

"They are very helpful with suggestions. My yard looks great and they re-laid my brick sidewalk. Indy was very courteous and the crew was friendly. Great job."
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Richcliff Dawn Mist
Richcliff Dawn Mist Top & Copthorne Mixed Sold
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+14

Response time1 day
Response rate86%
15 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Plantz Construction
5.0(
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Serving Elgin, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 1999

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"The tear down and rebuild was fast. He came and provided an excellent quote, found the right kind of material that should have been used and rebuilt the wall after the huge rain storms caused it to bow out. Will be using him to redo my backyard deck into a paver patio."
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Response rate100%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Retaining Wall Installers questions, answered by experts

Through proper drainage solutions and compacting the foundation soil.

While vinyl is the least costly material for building a retaining wall, the most cost-effective method is to use wood or concrete blocks for a DIY retaining wall under 2 feet tall. Wood is inexpensive but lasts 20 years or more with care. Concrete can cost a little more but is stronger and will last longer with less maintenance.

Yes, to build a retaining wall, a permit is required. Similarly, any repairs or modifications to an existing retaining wall require permits. If the planned wall measures higher than 4 feet, most municipalities require designs and permits come through a licensed engineer. In some locations, if the wall is shorter than 4 feet, a permit may not be required. For the requirements in your area, contact your local government.

Each design is different, so we can’t say definitively if you’ll need a dedicated drainage system in place for a two-foot retaining wall. However, you can likely skip the drainage, as this project is typically served for walls that are 4 feet tall or more. Even with a relatively low wall, consider drainage if you are building on top of clay or poor-draining soil types or if there are buried water sources nearby, like a well used for other outdoor garden projects.

DIY is possible for small projects. Professional installation ensures structural integrity and durability for larger walls.

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