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Last update on May 14, 2025

Reviewed in May 2025
They did an awesome job... However, my front painted door has paint chips in it after the winter break.
CertaPro Painters of Homewood and Kankakee County, IL
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Reviewed in August 2023
Recently hired MFG Painting to handle emergency drywall repair and touch up painting of walls/trim throughout home. Their precision and craftsmanship are top-notch. Highly recommended!
MFG Painting, LLC
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Reviewed in March 2023
He quickly got in contact with me and did a great job hauling away brush.It was fairly priced and my yard looks great now.
E & D Lawn Care Services
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Reviewed in September 2022
Grout Medic called me immediately to schedule a free consultation. Ron was on time for the consultation and knowledgeable about the work that needed to be done. While he was there, I asked him about another bathroom, whose tub was old and chipped, which I found out that Grout Medic could handle,...
The Grout Medic
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Reviewed in December 2018
The price was extremely high to have tree branches chipped .I had a pile of trimmed out branches for removal on the ground less than 6" diameter .
Pro Tree Service
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Reviewed in April 2018
They didnt take the wood chips with them. There seemed to be a lot more than any other company that leaves them behind. I would have gladly paid extra to have them take them away. Other than that, they were great.
Bella Tree Services
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Reviewed in May 2014
Tony arrived approximately at 9:00 o'clock AM everyday beginning on April 28th, and he completed the job by the following Saturday at 11:00 AM. Tony worked very efficiently tearing down wallpaper, patching and painting as he went along. Just by watching some of Tony's techniques, it was pretty...
Beauty and the Brush
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Reviewed in October 2013
Ken and his crew did a FANTASTIC job!!!!!!!!!!!!! Ken made sure I chose just the right paint for each room. He put several samples of each paint color to make sure I liked the paint when actually on the wall and did not make a choice from just a paint chip card. He and his men were very...
Turner Custom Painting
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Reviewed in May 2008
Chip had all the equipment in the truck and was able to clear the blockage in the return line. They were able to show up the same day I called. Very happy with the service.
Stephens Plumbing
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Reviewed in November 2007
Arrived at 8:30 am with a chipper, climbed neighboring tree, removed protruding limb by cutting it off at approximately my property line, dropping it onto my lawn, cutting the limb into small pieces and then chipping it into mulch. Used a chain saw to prune the tree on my lawn. Removed all...
Midwest Tree Service
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Brush Chipping FAQs, answered by experts

Trimming or removing trees promotes safety, prevents interference with structures or utilities, and enhances the aesthetic and health of the property landscape.

It’s possible to over-mulch leaves. If the leaf mulch is thick enough that it’s blocking and smothering the grass, that’s a problem. Ideally, you should still be able to see the grass when you’re done mulching to ensure its ability to continue growing. The solution is to make another pass at the top layer of leaf mulch to collect some of the top layer.

Remove household junk, construction debris, yard waste, and old appliances.

In most cases, it’s better to remove rocks before adding mulch. Layering the two will restrict drainage and plant health, and can create an unpleasant texture underfoot.

If you don’t remove a bush properly, it’ll come back each year. Removing the root system entirely is the only way to ensure the plant doesn’t have a chance to grow back. You can also use natural weed killers or you can choose to suppress the area with landscaping fabric. Additionally, consider planting alternative, non-invasive vegetation to deter the return of thorn bushes.

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