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Avatar for Roger's Landscaping and Remodeling
Roger's Landscaping and Remodeling
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Landscape - Install Landscaping for Yard or Garden

Serving Philo, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

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Emergency services offered

"Excellent quality of work and customer care. Great value offered and very satisfied with the end result. We addressed an 80 foot piece of fence with river rock (8 tons) and it looks great. They also built us a patio with brick pavers. It looks great as well. Would hire again and recommend to anyone looking for professional landscaping and hardscaping."
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Recommended by63%of homeowners
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Rein Landscaping LLC
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Landscape - Soil, Sand, Mulch and Rock Delivery - For Business

Serving Philo, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

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"Austin and the team at Rein Landscaping did a sod install at my house and the results were excellent. From prep to install, everything was done the right way. The crew was professional, on time, and paid attention to the details that actually matter. The lawn looks great and the whole process was smooth and well organized. I’d definitely recommend Austin and Rein Landscaping to anyone looking for quality work done right."
Response time4 hrs
Recommended by75%of homeowners
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Just About Everything
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Lawn Care - Maintain and Mow a Lawn

Serving Philo, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 1998

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"“I highly recommend for any lawn care, home maintenance, or repair needs. I recently had several projects completed around my house and yard, and I couldn’t be happier with the results. The work was done professionally, efficiently, and with great attention to detail"
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LCODDJOBS
New to Angi
Lawn Care - Maintain and Mow a Lawn

Serving Philo, IL and surrounding areas

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Small jobs welcome

I started with a crew when I was young had a passion and love for it so later me and my buddy built a little business that we all work together in now and we just try to keep growing and building

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White Landscaping
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Landscape - Install Landscaping for Yard or Garden

Serving Philo, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 1990

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

White Landscaping is an experienced landscape design and build specialist with over 24 years of experience. No job is too big or too small and customer service, attention to detail and craftsmanship is our calling card. Give us call today!

Response time10 mins
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Reinhart Grounds Maintenance, Inc.
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Landscape - Install Landscaping for Yard or Garden

Serving Philo, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 1986

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Reinhart Grounds Maintenance, Inc., is one of the largest full service commercial landscape companies in the central Illinois region. We have been able to meet the needs of any size customer by using the most advanced equipment, latest techniques and highly trained staff. Please call us today for a quote!

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Iron Key Property Management LLC
New to Angi
Lawn Care - Maintain and Mow a Lawn

Serving Philo, IL and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

Hello, this is Iron Key Services LLC. We are a veteran-owned lawn care, cleanup, debris removal, and property maintenance company serving Central Illinois.\n\nWe have availability today for urgent property cleanups, overgrown lawns, move-out exterior cleanup, trash/debris removal, and curb-appeal work before showings or tenant turnover.

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Mulch and Topsoil questions, answered by experts

The best time to lay mulch depends on the type of mulch and the reason for installing it: 

  • Summer: Adding extra mulch helps soil retain moisture and keeps weeds at bay, allowing plants to thrive. 

  • Fall: Adding mulch helps control weeds and keeps soil and roots warm during the cooler months. Aim to add a layer of mulch 2 to 4 inches deep.

  • Winter: Mulch around perennial plants to help keep them insulated.

  • Spring: Wait until the ground has thawed. Depending on the thickness, add between 1 and 4 inches of mulch to provide freeze and rain protection and enrich the soil.

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. 

While they’re popular and have a lot of pros, the cons of river rocks include the following:

  • River rocks don’t break down or provide nutrients to plants. 

  • These stones can get hot and scorch nearby plants. 

  • River stones may heat the surrounding soil to inhospitable temperatures. 

  • Rocks can block rainwater from seeping into the ground if installations are too thick or tightly packed.

Most downsides occur when using river rock as mulch in gardens and flower beds. However, you can still incorporate river rocks into your landscape as long as you use them in the correct ways.

When laying gravel, it's often a good idea to apply a base layer, such as sand or crushed concrete. You may also want to layer a weed-blocking membrane on top of the base layer to prevent weeds and grass from sprouting up in your gravel driveway. Without the appropriate base layer, the gravel you lay may sink into the soil.

Gravel’s biggest pro is its cost-effectiveness. For example, a gravel road or driveway is much more affordable than its asphalt counterpart. Gravel is also much less expensive than the cost of pouring a concrete slab if you’re building a patio or similar structure.

However, regarding comfort and convenience, gravel is far less foot-friendly than smoother substances like concrete or asphalt. It’s also more of a challenge to drive on and may kick up dust, resulting in the inevitable need for extra car washes. Lastly, there’s a chance it might move with rain or snow.

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