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Meyer Landscape and Design, Inc.
3.9(
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Serving Sterling, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1950

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Kurt Meyer's listened to what we needed and because we needed to make this affordable, he planned our ravine retaining wall with our funds in mind. It turned out just beautiful, and we told him we didn't care about the appearance, we just wanted something that would keep our deck from falling into the ravine. Got the safety issue resolved and it looks beautiful too. He even used some of our existing plants to fill in around the retaining wall to keep expenses down. We knew they were great landscapers. Never thought we'd be able to afford their handy work. The guys who did the work were exceptional workers too. We will definitely be contacting them in the future for other yard projects."
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Recommended by84%of homeowners
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Phelps Lawn Care, LLC
5.0(
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Serving Sterling, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2024

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Did a great great job and was prompt about his services and did a very thourough job with his work I have had him hired for most of the summer"
Mulch bed Cleanup
Mulch bed Cleanup
Response time1 day
Response rate100%
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Eco Haul Pros
New to Angi

Serving Sterling, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

Reliable, affordable, and detail-focused—our lawn care and cleanup services are built to make your property look its best without the hassle. From routine mowing to full leaf, weed, and debris removal, we handle the hard work and haul everything away so you’re left with a clean, polished yard. Whether it’s a one-time cleanup or ongoing maintenance, we show up on time and get the job done right.

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Willowbrook Drainage & Excavation
New to Angi

Serving Sterling, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

At Willowbrook Drainage & Excavation we pride ourselves on being the best home improvement company in the Kent area. We've built an excellent reputation for customer satisfaction by providing quick estimates, a great attention to detail, and competitive pricing. Being a screened and approved professional gives you the peace of mind you need to allow us to give your home the attention it deserves. Call us today and let's get started!\n

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Iron Key Property Management LLC
New to Angi

Serving Sterling, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

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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Landscaping questions, answered by experts

There are several reasons your grass may be dying that could be in or out of your control. The most common issues include poor drainage, under/overwatering, poor soil pH, low soil nutrients, low sunlight, or too much foot traffic.

Hedges can be trimmed in many other shapes than the standard square shape. They can be cut into spiral, cone, and sphere shapes. However, cutting and maintaining these types of shapes is much more challenging. There are metal frames that you can purchase to place around the hedge to make it much easier.

Unless it only rains once in a blue moon where you live, you’re going to want water-loving plants in your garden bed or pot. A few ideas for plants that aren’t super fast-growing (meaning they’re good in pots or near foundations) and can handle a lot of standing water include: 

  • Acorus (Sweet flag)

  • Colocasia esculenta (Taro or elephant ear): In many climates, these are annuals, making them less desirable because you need to adjust the chain again after each replant.

  • Equisetum scirpoides (Dwarf horsetail rush): non-dwarf varieties of horsetail are fast growers and can take over quickly.

  • Juncus effusus (Curly rush)

  • Osmunda regalis (Royal fern): Royal fern can grow quickly but can also handle being crowded, making them good container plants.

Many ways to landscape a steep slope on a budget exist. Avoiding expensive retaining wall construction is the first step. Consider creating a rocky slope with boulders or large stones, or think about planting perennials that return every year with a single investment. Transplanting small trees from elsewhere on your property is also possible and can help to stabilize steep slopes without purchasing new ones. 

A full backyard renovation can cost between $15,000 and $50,000, depending on the scope of the project. Excavation, materials, and labor costs all contribute to the final cost of updating your outdoor spaces, and expensive features like a pool, a fence, or hardscaping carry a high price tag.

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