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Aguilera Lawncare Services

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Aguilera Lawncare Services

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Customers say: True professional
12 local quotes requested
9 years of experience

With more than 6 yrs of experience, Aguilera Lawncare is dedicated to providing our customers with the best quality at a great price. We are here to build relationships with our customers and communities and to provide our employees with a great place to work. We look forward to working with you! Call us at 815-517-3065

"I would recommend Aguilera, to anyone, without reservation. They did excellent work and, in my opinion, went above and beyond. I will definitely be a repeat customer."

Janet D on September 2024

With more than 6 yrs of experience, Aguilera Lawncare is dedicated to providing our customers with the best quality at a great price. We are here to build relationships with our customers and communities and to provide our employees with a great place to work. We look forward to working with you! Call us at 815-517-3065

"I would recommend Aguilera, to anyone, without reservation. They did excellent work and, in my opinion, went above and beyond. I will definitely be a repeat customer."

Janet D on September 2024


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Ivan Landscaping & Snow Removal Corp.

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Ivan Landscaping & Snow Removal Corp.

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17 years of experience

Ivan Landscaping & Snow Removal Corp., based in Crystal Lake, IL, is the premier choice for top-quality landscaping and snow removal services in McHenry County and the surrounding areas. We specialize in landscaping, lawn care, snow removal, tree removal, planting, and more, delivering expert craftsmanship and reliable service year-round. Whether you need routine lawn maintenance or seasonal snow clearing, trust our experienced team to enhance and maintain your outdoor space. Contact Ivan Landscaping & Snow Removal Corp. today for all your landscaping needs!

Ivan Landscaping & Snow Removal Corp., based in Crystal Lake, IL, is the premier choice for top-quality landscaping and snow removal services in McHenry County and the surrounding areas. We specialize in landscaping, lawn care, snow removal, tree removal, planting, and more, delivering expert craftsmanship and reliable service year-round. Whether you need routine lawn maintenance or seasonal snow clearing, trust our experienced team to enhance and maintain your outdoor space. Contact Ivan Landscaping & Snow Removal Corp. today for all your landscaping needs!



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Huffman estates property services

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Huffman estates property services

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Customers say: Quality work
11 years of experience

Anything that has to do with your home interior and exterior. 10 plus years experience from professionals. Save on interior and exterior paint and stain including decks(2018 promotional period). Great rates and quality work.

"he never showed up"

Shashil S on October 2020

Anything that has to do with your home interior and exterior. 10 plus years experience from professionals. Save on interior and exterior paint and stain including decks(2018 promotional period). Great rates and quality work.

"he never showed up"

Shashil S on October 2020


Andy's Lawn Care

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Andy's Lawn Care

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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

I'm just starting out, doing what I love to do -- working outside. This has been a dream of mine for many years. I would love to do the best job I can for you to enjoy your yard all summer long. At this point I am the only employee in my company, hoping to get the chance to hire on others as the business advances.

I'm just starting out, doing what I love to do -- working outside. This has been a dream of mine for many years. I would love to do the best job I can for you to enjoy your yard all summer long. At this point I am the only employee in my company, hoping to get the chance to hire on others as the business advances.


Five Star Home Services

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Five Star Home Services

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22 years of experience

Five Star Home Services is a complete design, build, and maintenance landscaping company. We offer seasonal discounts and seasonal contract specials.Flexible billing options including invoicing, cc, checks, and cash.No subcontractors are ever used and all employees speak fluent English. A smaller company that believes quality and satisfaction are a priority and that's why we offer a 100% satisfaction guarantee!

Five Star Home Services is a complete design, build, and maintenance landscaping company. We offer seasonal discounts and seasonal contract specials.Flexible billing options including invoicing, cc, checks, and cash.No subcontractors are ever used and all employees speak fluent English. A smaller company that believes quality and satisfaction are a priority and that's why we offer a 100% satisfaction guarantee!


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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Customers say: Quick response
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!

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Mulch and Topsoil questions, answered by experts

The hydroseed mix—known as a slurry—helps grass seed take root in many ways. Water combines with the mulch, allowing the grass seed to stay moist while grounded in the soil. The extra fertilizer then provides the boost the seed needs to flourish. In just a few weeks, you'll be ready to break out the lawnmower again.

The best mulches for trees are wood chips, bark nuggets, or pine straw. Depending on your goals, you may want to avoid using plastic, stone, rubber, or wet grass clippings. Plastic mulch prevents water from reaching the mulched areas of your tree, stones don’t offer any nutritional benefits to the soil, rubber can release byproducts into the soil when it decomposes, and wet grass clippings can lead to rot. 

Plastic may prove beneficial in cold climates in the winter, but wood chips are the ideal option for most environments.

Gravel’s biggest pro is its cost-effectiveness. For example, a gravel road or driveway is much more affordable than its asphalt counterpart. Gravel is also much less expensive than the cost of pouring a concrete slab if you’re building a patio or similar structure.

However, regarding comfort and convenience, gravel is far less foot-friendly than smoother substances like concrete or asphalt. It’s also more of a challenge to drive on and may kick up dust, resulting in the inevitable need for extra car washes. Lastly, there’s a chance it might move with rain or snow.

Artificial turf usually requires some sort of base. If you’re installing the grass over soil, you’ll want to add a weed barrier (weeds can damage your fake grass) and an artificial grass sub-base . Typically, this is a mixture of gravel and sand, like crushed miscellaneous base (CMB) or decomposed granite. If you're placing turf over concrete, you can skip the sub base and use a padded underlayment.

A well-maintained lawn has the most ROI when it comes to landscaping. Other enhancements, such as building a deck or patio and adding a front walkway, follow suit, but aiming to enhance the basics is where your home can truly shine and increase its profitability. Not only does it increase curb appeal, but it sets potential homebuyers up for landscaping success when they have a healthy, clean slate of grass to begin with.

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