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Ace Landscaping
5.0(
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Lawn & Yard Waste Clean Up

Serving Murphysboro, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

With years in the industry here at Ace landscaping we pride our company on attention to detail, punctuality, reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. Our attention to detail is that of no other. We look forward to earning your business. Give us a call today!

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Response time2 days
Response rate94%
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Duck Works Lawn Care
4.1(
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Lawn Care - Maintain and Mow a Lawn

Serving Murphysboro, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2005

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"A few years ago, our city of Anna, discontinued leaf removal pick-up. I am so thankful that this business makes that service available (along with overall fall yard clean-up). I will be using them again next year, and I highly recommend their services to anyone else who finds themselves in the same boat I've been in these last few years."
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Response time11 hrs
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
MJ Buildings
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Landscape - Install Landscaping for Yard or GardenDesigner - LandscapeLandscape - Install Landscaping for Yard or Garden - For Business+8 more

Serving Murphysboro, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2011

Free estimates

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"It was 94 degrees the day they were supposed to come in the afternoon. I thoroughly expected them to cancel and reschedule for a cooler day, but no, they came and worked steady until the job was done!"
Response time3 days
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by75%of homeowners
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VMK Remodeling
4.3(
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Retaining Wall - Install

Serving Murphysboro, IL and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I could not be happier with the final product! The first pic is the old bathroom from the 60s when the house was built. The rest are the final rebuild and it looks great. I would highly recommend VMK Remodeling for any project that you might have. I am also going to get a bid on redoing the deck on the back of the house as Vince's company does decks as well! Thanks to his great crew as well, great people to work with."
Response time2 days
Response rate90%
80 neighbors recently requested a quote
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K&K Excavating LLC
5.0(
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Landscape - Soil, Sand, Mulch and Rock DeliveryLandscape - Soil, Sand, Mulch and Rock Delivery - For Business

Serving Murphysboro, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Great company to work with. Our project was completed on time and below estimate. Austin was great to work with. Our demolition and site preparation were done as expected and as quoted. The equipment was modern and equipped with modern technology all of which ensured efficiency and quality. We will hire them again."
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rip rap on banks
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completed rock pad
backfill and driveway

+13

Response time8 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Landscaping questions, answered by experts

The best type of rock for landscaping depends on your specific project and needs, as different rocks are suited for different applications. For covering large areas or creating an affordable driveway, consider gravel, but note that it can wash away in flowing water. For water features, river rocks are a good option. Flagstone and cobblestone are ideal for aesthetically pleasing patios and walkways. If you are building a stone wall, fieldstone or small boulders are up to the task. Large boulders and landscape rocks work well as statement pieces, to fill empty space, or to indicate boundaries, but be mindful that they can overwhelm smaller gardens. The best approach is to first define your landscaping project and then select the rock type that best fits that purpose.

It depends. Smaller, younger trees take longer to mature, but they're more resilient, their roots don't get as damaged during transplanting, and they recover faster. Plus, they're much more affordable to plant, and it's possible to DIY the planting. 

On the other hand, mature trees produce fruit faster and provide more shade and privacy immediately. Ideally, a small or medium tree is the better choice if you can wait a few years for it to mature. But if you need immediate maturity, a larger tree is the only option.

Plant privet hedges at least 1 foot apart in a trench about 2 feet wide and 2 feet deep. It’s important to space privet hedges relatively far apart due to how quickly they grow to significant sizes and heights. You don’t want to crowd privet plants, or they could overcrowd each other, causing unwanted damage.

If shade is a priority for you, then panting elm trees is a fine choice. A full mature elm tree has enough aesthetic appeal for some folks that it could add value to your home. 

That said, never plant elm trees too close to your home, sewer line, or sidewalks, as their roots can damage these, which can lead to costly repairs.

You should avoid planting grass, shrubs, plants, and trees in freezing temperatures, as the ground can get frozen and become too hard for proper root growth. It’s best to plant in the fall to allow your plants to establish root systems before the first frost. Landscaping when the average temperature in your area is between 50 and 60 degrees will usually deliver the best results.

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