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K&K Excavating LLC

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K&K Excavating LLC

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2 years of experience

K&K Excavating is 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.

"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."

William R on January 2024

K&K Excavating is 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.

"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."

William R on January 2024


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Bushwhacker Excavating and Forestry Management

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Bushwhacker Excavating and Forestry Management

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32 years of experience

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


"They did an excellent job and they were very nice. They were pretty good at what they did and very conscientious. They had a reasonable price."

Mike A on May 2022

Power washing/ rock and mulching Driveways($180-$300) pecks and patios($180-$360) Fence($180-$520) Walkways($80-$120) Rock/Mulching call for an estimate 618-304-1918

"They did an excellent job and they were very nice. They were pretty good at what they did and very conscientious. They had a reasonable price."

Mike A on May 2022


Cherokee Outdoors

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Cherokee Outdoors

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At Cherokee Outdoors we specialize in mowing, trimming and even overgrown yard clean ups. We also can redo and or touch up mulch beds and trimming bushes in front of homes or even businesses. Other services such as clean edging of driveways and sidewalks can also be done if needed or desired. We can do one time clean ups but we usually have weekly customers that we take care of all there lawn service needs for the summer and leading into the fall. What separates us from other lawn services is that most companies only cut once over lawns which can leave large chunks of built up grass and can leave the yard looking worse than it started. But with us we always cut over the yards twice which leaves a clean cut every time.

At Cherokee Outdoors we specialize in mowing, trimming and even overgrown yard clean ups. We also can redo and or touch up mulch beds and trimming bushes in front of homes or even businesses. Other services such as clean edging of driveways and sidewalks can also be done if needed or desired. We can do one time clean ups but we usually have weekly customers that we take care of all there lawn service needs for the summer and leading into the fall. What separates us from other lawn services is that most companies only cut once over lawns which can leave large chunks of built up grass and can leave the yard looking worse than it started. But with us we always cut over the yards twice which leaves a clean cut every time.




"fantastic.They did more than I asked"

STEPHANIE O on December 2020

We have the experience and dedication to do the job right the first time! We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. Call to schedule an estimate today!

"fantastic.They did more than I asked"

STEPHANIE O on December 2020


"I cannot say enough good things about the owner of this business. He is a perfectionist, has a great eye for detail and goes above and beyond to insure your satisfaction. Would recommend without hesitation. Thanks Richie for keeping my yard something to be proud of. My neighbors comment on how good it looks all of the time."

Cathy W on November 2020

We provide outdoor services. Anything that has to do with your lawn, landscape, gutters, trees, and patios.

"I cannot say enough good things about the owner of this business. He is a perfectionist, has a great eye for detail and goes above and beyond to insure your satisfaction. Would recommend without hesitation. Thanks Richie for keeping my yard something to be proud of. My neighbors comment on how good it looks all of the time."

Cathy W on November 2020


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American Grasslands

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American Grasslands

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16 years of experience

Welcome to American Grasslands. American Grasslands is a local, family-owned fertilizing, landscaping, and snow removal business, servicing St. Charles and St. Louis Counties. First impressions mean a lot. What kind of opinion do you want your customers to have before they even walk through the door? A manicured lawn and beautiful flower beds invite the customer to walk in with the confidence that details matter to you, the business owner. At American Grasslands, ground details are our specialty. Call us today for a free estimate.

Welcome to American Grasslands. American Grasslands is a local, family-owned fertilizing, landscaping, and snow removal business, servicing St. Charles and St. Louis Counties. First impressions mean a lot. What kind of opinion do you want your customers to have before they even walk through the door? A manicured lawn and beautiful flower beds invite the customer to walk in with the confidence that details matter to you, the business owner. At American Grasslands, ground details are our specialty. Call us today for a free estimate.


Quality Control Services

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Quality Control Services

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41 years of experience

I have been a plumber for over 42 years, an electrician for 30 years. I also have been in the construction business for the last 40 years. I am not bonded or insured but all my work is on a guaranteed warranty. I have 2 employees, I sub contract for most jobs. I am able to handle most jobs alone, which means more you, the customer, can save. Estimates run from $25-$100, depending on the work needed. We believe in giving the job 100% quality care so we can put the control back in our customers hand. We show you how to care for your home.

I have been a plumber for over 42 years, an electrician for 30 years. I also have been in the construction business for the last 40 years. I am not bonded or insured but all my work is on a guaranteed warranty. I have 2 employees, I sub contract for most jobs. I am able to handle most jobs alone, which means more you, the customer, can save. Estimates run from $25-$100, depending on the work needed. We believe in giving the job 100% quality care so we can put the control back in our customers hand. We show you how to care for your home.

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Mulch and Topsoil questions, answered by experts

You should add 1 to 4 inches of mulch, depending on your garden type and needs. Keep in mind that no amount of mulch can completely prevent weeds, but a heavier coverage (closer to 4 inches) can suppress weeds enough that you are only seeing them sprout every few weeks. Finer mulch prevents weeds more effectively than large mulch, so if you’re using mulched leaves or shredded bark, 1 to 2 inches will likely suffice, while 3 to 4 inches is best for larger mulch, like bark chips or straw.

There are a few different landscaping projects that can help reduce landscaping costs overall. For one, you can plant everything from seed and watch your yard grow rather than purchasing plants. You can also repurpose old materials from other home projects and do the bulk of your landscaping by yourself instead of hiring a professional to cut down labor costs.

Not typically. A paver patio drainage problem generally requires a landscaping fix that can include a drainage pipe or dry well capable of handling the amount of runoff in your yard.

There are a few ways you can reduce the cost of mulch delivery, including the following:

  • Place your order in the winter months for spring delivery

  • Choose a more affordable mulch color

  • Opt for a more affordable type of mulch

  • Place larger orders to get a lower cost per cubic foot

  • Opt to lay your own mulch to save on installation costs

  • Add on other delivery or landscaping services to save on travel costs

  • Prepare a single delivery site in the front of your property, and use a wheelbarrow to move smaller quantities 

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.

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