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Baker's Land Management

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Baker's Land Management

4.92(
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Customers say: Terrific value
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
2015 years of experience

We take great pride our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction, from the start to the completion of a project. order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

"My back yard is clay. They put in a French drain and made this a painless process!"

Jeanne G on December 2023

We take great pride our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction, from the start to the completion of a project. order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

"My back yard is clay. They put in a French drain and made this a painless process!"

Jeanne G on December 2023


"Top Turf has completed multiple projects for us and every time they have knocked it out of the park! Very professional and timely! I would highly recommend Top Turf!"

Paula A on March 2025

With over 10 years of experience, top turf is able to provide you with high-quality/budget friendly landscaping services 365 days a year!

"Top Turf has completed multiple projects for us and every time they have knocked it out of the park! Very professional and timely! I would highly recommend Top Turf!"

Paula A on March 2025


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Bushwhacker Excavating and Forestry Management

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Bushwhacker Excavating and Forestry Management

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1993 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We are committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business. 30 + years experience!

"Nasty man. Did half the job then quit. Berated his boy the whole day on the job then ran and quit when he screwed up twice. Tore the hell up out of my yard. Run from this horrible person."

Paul B on August 2025

We are committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business. 30 + years experience!

"Nasty man. Did half the job then quit. Berated his boy the whole day on the job then ran and quit when he screwed up twice. Tore the hell up out of my yard. Run from this horrible person."

Paul B on August 2025


A Cut Above Tree Service

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A Cut Above Tree Service

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2009 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

A Cut Above Tree Service, has a single mission, which is to achieve complete customer satisfaction! We strongly believe in giving our customers the most for their money. We work with only the highest quality materials and experienced professionals. With over 20 years of experience, we have consistently focused on the needs of our customers, providing personalized attention and a stress free experience. This approach has set us apart from our competition and keep our customers coming back! Give us a call today!

A Cut Above Tree Service, has a single mission, which is to achieve complete customer satisfaction! We strongly believe in giving our customers the most for their money. We work with only the highest quality materials and experienced professionals. With over 20 years of experience, we have consistently focused on the needs of our customers, providing personalized attention and a stress free experience. This approach has set us apart from our competition and keep our customers coming back! Give us a call today!


Skilled Laborers

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Skilled Laborers

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2021 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

KD Lawn Service proudly serves its customers with pride, integrity and attention to the details that matter most to you. This is one of the many things that sets us apart from the rest. We are locally owned and operated. Give us a call today! We accept Cash, Check, Credit, and pay apps. We also offer discounts for service members and first responders!

KD Lawn Service proudly serves its customers with pride, integrity and attention to the details that matter most to you. This is one of the many things that sets us apart from the rest. We are locally owned and operated. Give us a call today! We accept Cash, Check, Credit, and pay apps. We also offer discounts for service members and first responders!


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Abundant Tree Care Services

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Abundant Tree Care Services

4.89(
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 97% of Angi customers
Recommended by 97% of HomeAdvisor customers

Whether you are hoping to add more trees to your space, remove a damaged tree, or simply prune your current landscape, our team at Abundant Tree Care Services is here to help. We are a team of local and highly trained arborists dedicated to creating beautiful, healthy spaces through expert tree care services. Our licensed and certified specialists offer our services to homes in Louisville, Prospect, and surrounding areas. We are proud to set the industry standard in safety, quality, and customer care—leaving no detail to chance. With competitive pricing, unmatched workmanship, and best-in-class expertise and equipment, Abundant Tree Care Services is here to help you live more abundantly.

"Professional service at a good price."

Rob W on May 2022

Whether you are hoping to add more trees to your space, remove a damaged tree, or simply prune your current landscape, our team at Abundant Tree Care Services is here to help. We are a team of local and highly trained arborists dedicated to creating beautiful, healthy spaces through expert tree care services. Our licensed and certified specialists offer our services to homes in Louisville, Prospect, and surrounding areas. We are proud to set the industry standard in safety, quality, and customer care—leaving no detail to chance. With competitive pricing, unmatched workmanship, and best-in-class expertise and equipment, Abundant Tree Care Services is here to help you live more abundantly.

"Professional service at a good price."

Rob W on May 2022


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Carefree Lawn Sprinklers Inc

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Carefree Lawn Sprinklers Inc

4.80(
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Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 95% of Angi customers
Recommended by 95% of HomeAdvisor customers

If you are tired of answering machines and waiting for call backs, you will be pleased to know we have trained professionals staffing our offices 6 days a week to provide you the highest level of personal service. Customer satisfaction is our number one priority and we strive to achieve this from our initial conversation to final installation. Our customer service doesn't stop when you receive an invoice. Since maintenance is a critical part of your investment, we continue to provide expert technical support to keep your system Carefree.

"They are unprofessional, rude don't like to do his job. Very defensive why he doesn't want to do the job that day"

Ali S on May 2021

If you are tired of answering machines and waiting for call backs, you will be pleased to know we have trained professionals staffing our offices 6 days a week to provide you the highest level of personal service. Customer satisfaction is our number one priority and we strive to achieve this from our initial conversation to final installation. Our customer service doesn't stop when you receive an invoice. Since maintenance is a critical part of your investment, we continue to provide expert technical support to keep your system Carefree.

"They are unprofessional, rude don't like to do his job. Very defensive why he doesn't want to do the job that day"

Ali S on May 2021


"Bryan was easy to work with and the crew did a great job."

Adrienne T on March 2019

Greenridge Landscaping is a full service residential and commercial landscape Design/Build company. We have been providing custom landscaping services to the Southern Illinois community since 1977.

"Bryan was easy to work with and the crew did a great job."

Adrienne T on March 2019



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Water Works Inc

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Water Works Inc

3.70(
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Customers say: Super punctual
1986 years of experience

Upon installation of a lawn irrigation system, you will receive 2 seasonal service contract, which includes the start up and shut down of your system, a fertile system which fertilizes your lawn(fee), repels bugs and rust, also a hose enclose which hides your garden hose for those small jobs (fee).

"Installed our system 6 years ago, the system has worked well since install. I would just say get everything in writing and make sure to ask what the life time warranty means. Also check on when they can do you turn on and turn off they are very limited! Where we live they only do one specific day per week so if you cannot be home on that day you will be in trouble twice a year to be home for them."

Dee C on September 2024

Upon installation of a lawn irrigation system, you will receive 2 seasonal service contract, which includes the start up and shut down of your system, a fertile system which fertilizes your lawn(fee), repels bugs and rust, also a hose enclose which hides your garden hose for those small jobs (fee).

"Installed our system 6 years ago, the system has worked well since install. I would just say get everything in writing and make sure to ask what the life time warranty means. Also check on when they can do you turn on and turn off they are very limited! Where we live they only do one specific day per week so if you cannot be home on that day you will be in trouble twice a year to be home for them."

Dee C on September 2024

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Retaining Wall Installers questions, answered by experts

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.

Poured concrete is likely the cheapest way to build a retaining wall, as this material costs anywhere from $6 to $8 per square foot. The next best budget-friendly option is to use landscaping timbers. These timbers are great for DIY projects, as they don’t require tools to successfully build a retaining wall. Landscape timber costs around $10 to $14 per square foot. Depending on your chosen garden style, you can also go with natural stones or concrete blocks. Natural stones can be expensive if you buy them, but they’re a lot less costly if you can source them from your property. 

Costs range from $5,000 to $15,000, depending on size, material, and design complexity.

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.

There are contractors specifically trained in the design and construction of retaining walls. Retaining wall contractors are skilled at dealing with the soil on your property and assessing what kind of drainage should be installed. They will recommend the best materials to use for the project and can handle the processing of permits by local authorities.

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