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Wildcatz Mowing
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Lawn & Yard Waste Clean UpLawn Care - Maintain and Mow a Lawn

Serving Saint Elmo, IL and surrounding areas

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Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

Wildcatz Mowing and More is a full service landscape company operating out of Salem Illinois. I have 30 years in the landscape industry in all aspects of landscaping and landscape maintenance. From mowing lawns to trimming shrubs to full landscape designs and drain tile and debris removal, Wildcatz is the only company you need

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Custom Cleaning Services
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Landscape - Soil, Sand, Mulch and Rock DeliveryLandscape - Soil, Sand, Mulch and Rock Delivery - For BusinessLawn & Yard Waste Clean Up+1 more

Serving Saint Elmo, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Alex is very skilled in all aspects of the work he preforms! He has the correct equipment that is both new & powerful (when needed); a variety of cleaning product choices that are not damaging to grass, trees or landscaping materials; and his work ethic together with being a very personable new business owner made the entire process enjoyable. The quality of his work is top-notch and well beyond the standard of any other vendor I've had power wash my fence in the past. I already have him booked for more work and would HIGHLY recommend his services to friends and family! Honesty; integrity; high quality workmanship standards; competitive prices - Custom Cleaning Services has it all!"
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Landscaping FAQs, answered by experts

Surface-level tree roots might only pose a small threat, such as being a tripping hazard or obstacle when you mow your lawn. But if mature tree roots start growing in the direction of your home’s foundation or plumbing system, it could be a real problem. Cutting small tree roots out before they grow too large can keep your home safe without removing the whole tree.

A rock garden can last indefinitely as long as you properly maintain it. Whether solely made of rocks or with greenery incorporated, they generally last a while, though it may vary based on your climate.

If you’re hiring a landscaper to plant the garden of your dreams, you do not need to provide them with plants that you bought yourself from a nursery. While you certainly can provide your landscaper with plants, keep in mind that some nurseries provide discounts to landscaping companies, therefore potentially lowering your materials cost. Beyond the cost of the plants themselves, you need to have additional materials like topsoil and mulch for the project. Most likely, your landscaper can get a discount on these materials as well, so it’s worth speaking with them before making any large purchases.

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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