Top-rated mulch and topsoil pros.

Get matched with top mulch and topsoil pros in Pocahontas, IL

Enter your zip and get matched with up to 5 pros

Need a pro for your mulch and topsoil service project in Pocahontas, IL?

Select your specific project to find the pro for you.

Find Mulch and topsoil pros in Pocahontas

Avatar for Bushwhacker Excavating and Forestry Management

Bushwhacker Excavating and Forestry Management

1.00(
1
)
Approved Pro

Bushwhacker Excavating and Forestry Management

1.00(
1
)
Approved Pro
46 local quotes requested
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



RM3's Services

No reviews yet

RM3's Services

No reviews yet
10 years of experience

RM3's Services has at total of 1-3 employees we are a sub contractor in the Kendall county area that does work all around the Chicago-land area. We come out to you with a free quote and we do bill with a fifty percent down payment and once the work is done the rest will be do.

RM3's Services has at total of 1-3 employees we are a sub contractor in the Kendall county area that does work all around the Chicago-land area. We come out to you with a free quote and we do bill with a fifty percent down payment and once the work is done the rest will be do.


Salazar and Sons Lawn Care and Snow Removal

No reviews yet

Salazar and Sons Lawn Care and Snow Removal

No reviews yet
19 years of experience

Salazar and Sons is a family owned, father and son business, with over 10 years of experience. We handle every detail of your lawn care needs all year around, including snow removal during the winter. Our prices vary depending on the service you are searching for and the size of your area. We promise to offer affordable, competitive pricing. We accept cash, check, and charge card at the end of each service. Want us to come back every week to maintain your lawn? We offer monthly payment plans for weekly services.

Salazar and Sons is a family owned, father and son business, with over 10 years of experience. We handle every detail of your lawn care needs all year around, including snow removal during the winter. Our prices vary depending on the service you are searching for and the size of your area. We promise to offer affordable, competitive pricing. We accept cash, check, and charge card at the end of each service. Want us to come back every week to maintain your lawn? We offer monthly payment plans for weekly services.



Wright Choice Lawn Services

No reviews yet

Wright Choice Lawn Services

No reviews yet
13 years of experience

WRIGHT CHOICE LAWN SERVICES is a two year old, family owned, children operated service company. Anything we do comes with a money back guaruntee!! We accept all major credit/debit cards, checks and cash. Payment plans are available! Just ask!

WRIGHT CHOICE LAWN SERVICES is a two year old, family owned, children operated service company. Anything we do comes with a money back guaruntee!! We accept all major credit/debit cards, checks and cash. Payment plans are available! Just ask!




Natures View G.C.

No reviews yet

Natures View G.C.

No reviews yet
26 years of experience

It is our goal to build and maintain client relationships by providing you with best service and undeniable quality. We want First Choice G.C. to be your roofing contractor of choice because we believe First Choice G.C. will PROVIDE YOUR HOME'S BEST COVERAGE .

It is our goal to build and maintain client relationships by providing you with best service and undeniable quality. We want First Choice G.C. to be your roofing contractor of choice because we believe First Choice G.C. will PROVIDE YOUR HOME'S BEST COVERAGE .


Showing 1-10 of 18
Mulch and Topsoil questions, answered by experts

The right depth depends on your intended use for the area. For instance, pea gravel for walkways and patios typically only needs to be about 2 to 3 inches deep. However, driveways and other areas with heavier loads may require 4 to 6 inches for better stability.

You should exercise care when deciding how to landscape over a leach field for your septic system. You typically want lightweight materials that won’t damage the drain field’s perforated pipes. When adding plants to the area, select plants with shallow roots, such as grass or flower gardens. Trees with deep roots could damage the pipes in the field.

Nonorganic mulch, like river rocks, pebbles, or lava rock, technically lasts the longest. It helps with moisture retention and weed control but doesn’t break down and release nutrients like organic mulch. Wood mulch decomposes slowly, which can help it last longer than leaf or straw mulch, but it won’t provide as many nutrients as quickly as the faster decomposing types.

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.

Regular maintenance involves raking or leveling out any displaced gravel, filling in low spots, and adding fresh gravel as needed to help prevent potholes and ruts. If you live in an area with heavy rain, checking the drainage and reinforcing the edges periodically can help prevent erosion.

The Pocahontas, IL homeowners’ guide to mulch and topsoil services

From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.