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AJD Services, Inc.

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AJD Services, Inc.

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11 years of experience

AJD is a company for both commercial and residential customers who want quality service at a low price. We cover areas like landscaping, asphalt and seal coating, along with snow removal and salting. We accept all major credit and debit cards along with cash or check.

AJD is a company for both commercial and residential customers who want quality service at a low price. We cover areas like landscaping, asphalt and seal coating, along with snow removal and salting. We accept all major credit and debit cards along with cash or check.


Providing weekly lawn care consisting of Fertilization, mowing, bed edging, corrective pruning, mulching, and landscape replacements.


J & M Home Services

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J & M Home Services

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12 years of experience

J & M Home Services offer General Handyman assistance which include (but not limited to) janitorial, electrical, and landscaping skills to both residential and commercial clientele at affordable prices. As a family owned and operated business we are able to give the best customer service possible without charging the highest hourly rate to cover the cost of overhead. With two full time and three part time employees, we will give you a personal touch and make you feel like part of the family. Billing procedures, including financial options are based on an individual job, whether it is a high cost job that requires monthly payments or a small fee, we can always work out a plan that will fit within your budget. We offer top notch service, and keep pricing as affordable as possible for our customers by offering 25% Senior discounts EVERYDAY. We also run special seasonal promotions throughout the year.

J & M Home Services offer General Handyman assistance which include (but not limited to) janitorial, electrical, and landscaping skills to both residential and commercial clientele at affordable prices. As a family owned and operated business we are able to give the best customer service possible without charging the highest hourly rate to cover the cost of overhead. With two full time and three part time employees, we will give you a personal touch and make you feel like part of the family. Billing procedures, including financial options are based on an individual job, whether it is a high cost job that requires monthly payments or a small fee, we can always work out a plan that will fit within your budget. We offer top notch service, and keep pricing as affordable as possible for our customers by offering 25% Senior discounts EVERYDAY. We also run special seasonal promotions throughout the year.



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Schmerse Lawn Services

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Schmerse Lawn Services

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31 years of experience

Schmerse Lawn Services was started in 1994 as a family mowing business with one customer. Today 19 years later we still have that customer along with many more. We have been blessed as our business continues to grow. We still have an old fashioned philosophy of earning the trust of our customers in each & every job we do for them. Give us a call and allow us to earn your trust!

Schmerse Lawn Services was started in 1994 as a family mowing business with one customer. Today 19 years later we still have that customer along with many more. We have been blessed as our business continues to grow. We still have an old fashioned philosophy of earning the trust of our customers in each & every job we do for them. Give us a call and allow us to earn your trust!


"Had old concrete sidewalk removed and pour new sidewalk. Within a few days it showed a Crack by a week it completely cracked in half. Very poor quality and craftsmanship. Would not warranty or back up his work. Would give him 0 stars if that's available."

Barry C on March 2023

concrete pouring and landscaping

"Had old concrete sidewalk removed and pour new sidewalk. Within a few days it showed a Crack by a week it completely cracked in half. Very poor quality and craftsmanship. Would not warranty or back up his work. Would give him 0 stars if that's available."

Barry C on March 2023


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DesignWorks Landscaping, LLC

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DesignWorks Landscaping, LLC

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13 years of experience

DesignWorks Landscaping, LLC is a full service design/build firm specializing in landscape and hardscape design, installation, and maintenance. With 10+ years experience we have the knowledge and capability to bring your outdoor dreams to life. We currently have 8 employees with 2 designers and 2-3 man installation crews. We have a full compliment of quality sub-contractors to provide our customers with a hassle-free experience in creating their outdoor oasis. Our typical payment methods include 50% down with a signed contract once a design and estimate is agreed upon. The remainder is due upon completion of agree upon work. We accept Cash, Check, and most major Credit Cards (additional fee may be incurred).

DesignWorks Landscaping, LLC is a full service design/build firm specializing in landscape and hardscape design, installation, and maintenance. With 10+ years experience we have the knowledge and capability to bring your outdoor dreams to life. We currently have 8 employees with 2 designers and 2-3 man installation crews. We have a full compliment of quality sub-contractors to provide our customers with a hassle-free experience in creating their outdoor oasis. Our typical payment methods include 50% down with a signed contract once a design and estimate is agreed upon. The remainder is due upon completion of agree upon work. We accept Cash, Check, and most major Credit Cards (additional fee may be incurred).


A Cut Above

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A Cut Above

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15 years of experience

We are at your service with everything you need from routine lawn mowing to landscape installations to snow removal. We look forward to being your first choice landscaper every time you need custom landscape solutions.

We are at your service with everything you need from routine lawn mowing to landscape installations to snow removal. We look forward to being your first choice landscaper every time you need custom landscape solutions.


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Mulch and Topsoil questions, answered by experts

Mulch is made from natural materials, which will break down and add nutrients to your soil for better plant and soil health, so removing old mulch is unnecessary before putting down new mulch. However, if you live in a particularly moist area, it’s possible that the old mulch will harbor fungus or mold, which can hurt plant health. If you notice these issues, you might want to consider removing the old mulch first. Otherwise, save time and money by placing new mulch right over the old mulch.

Permits depend on local regulations concerning street use and public spaces. Check requirements with community authorities to avoid fines or logistical issues.

It depends. High-end colored mulch can be fairly costly. However, you'll have to replace less-expensive natural mulches, like pine needles and cedar mulch, more frequently. 

The cost is balanced out somewhat, though, as although you'll have to replace colored mulch less often, you'll have to replenish nutrients in your soil more frequently to make up for the decrease in organic matter and nitrogen from the mulch.

There are a few factors to consider when choosing the right size river rock for a landscaping project. First, think about how you’ll use the rocks. For example, if you’re installing them as part of a water feature, medium-sized stones (ranging between 2 and 5 inches) often work best. Smaller rocks (from 1 and 3 inches) are better for walkways and pathways, while a mix of medium and large stones (between 3 and 8 inches) is ideal for garden beds.

If a big freeze catches you by surprise and you don’t have any deicer to hand, you can reduce the chance of taking a tumble by laying gritty, anti-slip materials. Some natural, readily-available options that don’t melt ice but offer traction underfoot include sand, wood shavings, kitty litter, and fireplace ash.

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