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Harry the Handyman

2239 E. 1900 N. Rd.
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Harry the Handyman

2239 E. 1900 N. Rd.
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24 years of experience

I'm a sole proprietor. On very rare occasion, I may need to sub-contract a portion of your repairs. I'm centrally located along the shores of Lake Shelbyville, my shop is just SE of Findlay. Generally, we will discuss payment. It largely depends on the scope of the project. You and I will sit down and discuss completion goals, and if a large project, payment may be required in measurable and pre approved stages.

I'm a sole proprietor. On very rare occasion, I may need to sub-contract a portion of your repairs. I'm centrally located along the shores of Lake Shelbyville, my shop is just SE of Findlay. Generally, we will discuss payment. It largely depends on the scope of the project. You and I will sit down and discuss completion goals, and if a large project, payment may be required in measurable and pre approved stages.


RM3's Services

3227 Hoffman St
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RM3's Services

3227 Hoffman St
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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

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Salazar and Sons Lawn Care and Snow Removal

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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.



Wright Choice Lawn Services

211 North 8th Street
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Wright Choice Lawn Services

211 North 8th Street
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13 years of experience

WRIGHT CHOICE LAWN SERVICES is a two year old, family owned, children operated service company. Anything we do comes with a money back guaruntee!! We accept all major credit/debit cards, checks and cash. Payment plans are available! Just ask!

WRIGHT CHOICE LAWN SERVICES is a two year old, family owned, children operated service company. Anything we do comes with a money back guaruntee!! We accept all major credit/debit cards, checks and cash. Payment plans are available! Just ask!



Rhino Of America

726 Elm St
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Rhino Of America

726 Elm St
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23 years of experience

This is a owner operated business. We Offer commercial and residential home improvement solutions: We strive to offer professional and quality at affordable prices. We are motivated to offer the highest quality of work. We offer several professional services: Landscape, Lawn Care, Snow Removal, Power Washing, Painting, Window Cleaning, Cleaning Services, Drive Way Restoration, Handyman service. Some restrictions apply on certain services.

This is a owner operated business. We Offer commercial and residential home improvement solutions: We strive to offer professional and quality at affordable prices. We are motivated to offer the highest quality of work. We offer several professional services: Landscape, Lawn Care, Snow Removal, Power Washing, Painting, Window Cleaning, Cleaning Services, Drive Way Restoration, Handyman service. Some restrictions apply on certain services.


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Mulch and Topsoil questions, answered by experts

Replace organic mulch every one to two years, depending on the variety. Wood chips and straw, for example, will last a couple of years, while grass clippings and pine needles need replacing every several months. Inorganic mulch—such as rock and rubber chips—can stay in place for up to four years, depending on erosion and general garden upkeep. 

Sand is a common sublayer for hardscape features like driveways, paver patios, and more. Most projects that involve sand require a 1-inch layer to promote evenness, drainage, and weight distribution. For further drainage, most projects have a 6-inch minimum layer of gravel beneath the sand. 

If you like the look of mulch in your plant beds, be aware that it can attract a variety of pests, including termites. To avoid wood-to-foundation contact, leave a one-foot barrier around your house and fill it in with rocks or gravel, starting mulch past that barrier and working it outward into your plant beds. 

Pea gravel can retain some heat, but it generally stays cooler than materials like concrete, asphalt, or stone pavers. Lighter-colored pea gravel reflects more sunlight and tends to stay cooler, while darker-colored gravel can absorb heat and become warmer to the touch.

Before you put down grass seed, you should cultivate your soil or add two inches of topsoil. You should also put down fertilizer at the same time as your seed to prompt healthy growth. Be sure to water after you put down grass seed, especially for the first two weeks.

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