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Better Green Landscape
1519 Parkside Dr
4.30(
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Better Green Landscape
1519 Parkside Dr
4.30(
47
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
407 local quotes requested
17 years of experience

***Due to increased demand we are only offering seasonal agreements at this time. Not currently offering one time only services. We apologize for the inconvenience*** Better Green Landscape has been maintaining and improving lawns since 2008. Family owned and operated we are equipped with the knowledge and experience to tackle any of your lawncare needs. From paver and hardscape installation to routine lawn maintenance we do it all. We pride ourselves on providing professional service at a price you can afford. Contact us to discuss your next project today!

"Great work but a little pricey."

Khal H on July 2024

***Due to increased demand we are only offering seasonal agreements at this time. Not currently offering one time only services. We apologize for the inconvenience*** Better Green Landscape has been maintaining and improving lawns since 2008. Family owned and operated we are equipped with the knowledge and experience to tackle any of your lawncare needs. From paver and hardscape installation to routine lawn maintenance we do it all. We pride ourselves on providing professional service at a price you can afford. Contact us to discuss your next project today!

"Great work but a little pricey."

Khal H on July 2024


Staff has 5+ years doing lawn care


Danchris Nursery
1000 Bernstein St.
No reviews
Danchris Nursery
1000 Bernstein St.
No reviews
65 years of experience

We are a small family owned and operated business that was started in 1960. We have over 80,000 sq. ft. of Garden Center space. We also run a full service Landscaping crew as well as a hardscaping crew that are Unilock Authorized Contractors. Greg and Arlette currently own and run Danchris Nursery. Steve and Afton are the next generation, both with degrees from Southern Illinois University in Carbondale. Afton has a master's degree in Horticulture.

We are a small family owned and operated business that was started in 1960. We have over 80,000 sq. ft. of Garden Center space. We also run a full service Landscaping crew as well as a hardscaping crew that are Unilock Authorized Contractors. Greg and Arlette currently own and run Danchris Nursery. Steve and Afton are the next generation, both with degrees from Southern Illinois University in Carbondale. Afton has a master's degree in Horticulture.


RM3's Services
3227 Hoffman St
No reviews
RM3's Services
3227 Hoffman St
No reviews
10 years of experience

RM3's Services has at total of 1-3 employees we are a sub contractor in the Kendall county area that does work all around the Chicago-land area. We come out to you with a free quote and we do bill with a fifty percent down payment and once the work is done the rest will be do.

RM3's Services has at total of 1-3 employees we are a sub contractor in the Kendall county area that does work all around the Chicago-land area. We come out to you with a free quote and we do bill with a fifty percent down payment and once the work is done the rest will be do.


Salazar and Sons Lawn Care and Snow Removal
No reviews
Salazar and Sons Lawn Care and Snow Removal
No reviews
19 years of experience

Salazar and Sons is a family owned, father and son business, with over 10 years of experience. We handle every detail of your lawn care needs all year around, including snow removal during the winter. Our prices vary depending on the service you are searching for and the size of your area. We promise to offer affordable, competitive pricing. We accept cash, check, and charge card at the end of each service. Want us to come back every week to maintain your lawn? We offer monthly payment plans for weekly services.

Salazar and Sons is a family owned, father and son business, with over 10 years of experience. We handle every detail of your lawn care needs all year around, including snow removal during the winter. Our prices vary depending on the service you are searching for and the size of your area. We promise to offer affordable, competitive pricing. We accept cash, check, and charge card at the end of each service. Want us to come back every week to maintain your lawn? We offer monthly payment plans for weekly services.


Dr. Green's Lawn Pros.
2887 E. 2425th Rd.
No reviews
Dr. Green's Lawn Pros.
2887 E. 2425th Rd.
No reviews
24 years of experience

we are a family owned and operated business. doing great service for over 15 years. we have 4 very knowledgeable employees to ensure the job gets done right the first time every time. we make your satisfaction our priority. we offer weekly, biweekly or monthly invoicing.

we are a family owned and operated business. doing great service for over 15 years. we have 4 very knowledgeable employees to ensure the job gets done right the first time every time. we make your satisfaction our priority. we offer weekly, biweekly or monthly invoicing.


Caleb's Contracting
26 E 22nd Pl
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Caleb's Contracting
26 E 22nd Pl
1.00(
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10 years of experience

I believe in quality work but without costing you alot like other company's

I believe in quality work but without costing you alot like other company's


STRAUGHN FARM INC.
11571 N 4000 E RD
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STRAUGHN FARM INC.
11571 N 4000 E RD
No reviews
16 years of experience

Straughn Farm, Inc. has been providing premium topsoil at wholesale prices to the Chicagoland area since 2009. We provide rough topsoil, pulverized topsoil, custom soil blends, aggregates, dump truck services, compost, sand & stone, and TACO tier 1 tested topsoil which is certified by IDOT and CDOT. We have worked with landscape suppliers, landscapers, construction companies, general contractors, and more. T.

Straughn Farm, Inc. has been providing premium topsoil at wholesale prices to the Chicagoland area since 2009. We provide rough topsoil, pulverized topsoil, custom soil blends, aggregates, dump truck services, compost, sand & stone, and TACO tier 1 tested topsoil which is certified by IDOT and CDOT. We have worked with landscape suppliers, landscapers, construction companies, general contractors, and more. T.


Mr Landscape Construction & Supply
553 Bisaillon Ave
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Mr Landscape Construction & Supply
553 Bisaillon Ave
1.00(
2
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13 years of experience

MR Landscape Construction & Supply affordable quality Free telephone estimates or Design Consultations

MR Landscape Construction & Supply affordable quality Free telephone estimates or Design Consultations


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FAQs for mulch and topsoil service projects in Gardner, IL

Mulch costs anywhere from $30 to $150 per cubic yard, depending on the type you choose. On the inexpensive end, red and black mulch are about $35 to $40 per cubic yard, and are typically made from recycled waste wood like shredded old pallets or deck material. Cedar, cypress, and rubber mulch cost anywhere from $100 to $120 per cubic yard. A pro can help you determine the type of mulch most suitable for your landscaping needs.

Topsoil costs from $12 to $55 per cubic yard, depending on the type you choose. For example, screened black dirt will cost about $15 per cubic yard. Loam (soil composed of sand, silt, and clay) costs about $17 per cubic yard. Standard screened topsoil costs about $20 per cubic yard. The type of topsoil you need depends on your landscaping plans.

Topsoil should go down first. If the topsoil is next to your house, make sure the grade slopes away from the house to keep water from pooling against your foundation and possibly leaking into your basement or crawl space. Don’t cover your decorative landscape mulch with topsoil as that defeats the purpose of laying down the mulch. If you’re trying to create a certain soil composition to improve plant growth, you’ll likely want compost mixed into the topsoil instead of mulch. Over time, any decorative wood mulch will simply decompose under the topsoil.

No, mulch itself does not necessarily attract termites even though it’s usually made of shredded wood. Some types of mulch like cedar or cypress resist termites because they’re toxic or unappetizing to the wood munchers. However, when the mulch is deep enough, say three inches or more, it creates a perfect habitat for insects of all kinds to build nests.

Although it’s not required to lay anything under mulch, it can help to put landscape fabric or plastic weed barrier down and lay mulch on top. The barrier helps keep weeds from growing up through your mulch. It also helps keep rodents and insects from burrowing into the ground underneath.

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