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Mulch Magic Inc

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Mulch Magic Inc

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Mulch Magic Inc. specializes in mulch installation for playgrounds, municipal areas, and commercial and residential buildings.  We are currently developing a list of park districts, municipalities and HOA management companies that we believe would benefit from our expertise. We are not limited to only mulch as  we offer other services such as terraseeding -  a soil and seed blend which eliminates the use of the seed blankets. We can customize any type of seed for any project such as; sports fields, lawn damage or areas with wild flowers native to the region. This is a one time installation and then begins to grow, if you are familiar with hydroseeding its similar but incredibly more effective and faster results. This leads right into our erosion control services which is perfect for any damage done to hills, slopes, or along roadways (sledding, high foot traffic areas, water erosion.)   This is all possible with our fleet of Express Blower Trucks. Express Blower trucks are relatively new to the Chicagoland area, but are gaining popularity amongst park districts and municipalities. At Mulch Magic, we are eradicating the use of high labor costs so you can spend that money/budget elsewhere. This means no strain on your work force and projects completed in a fraction of the time it has traditionally taken. For example, we can install 500 yards of decorative or playground mulch per day. Depending on the project we can be out in as little as 1 day, this includes complete clean up and customer satisfaction. No more heaping piles that can be an eyesore and potentially stain wherever mulch is stored. I welcome the opportunity to schedule a meeting and go over our services in detail.

Mulch Magic Inc. specializes in mulch installation for playgrounds, municipal areas, and commercial and residential buildings.  We are currently developing a list of park districts, municipalities and HOA management companies that we believe would benefit from our expertise. We are not limited to only mulch as  we offer other services such as terraseeding -  a soil and seed blend which eliminates the use of the seed blankets. We can customize any type of seed for any project such as; sports fields, lawn damage or areas with wild flowers native to the region. This is a one time installation and then begins to grow, if you are familiar with hydroseeding its similar but incredibly more effective and faster results. This leads right into our erosion control services which is perfect for any damage done to hills, slopes, or along roadways (sledding, high foot traffic areas, water erosion.)   This is all possible with our fleet of Express Blower Trucks. Express Blower trucks are relatively new to the Chicagoland area, but are gaining popularity amongst park districts and municipalities. At Mulch Magic, we are eradicating the use of high labor costs so you can spend that money/budget elsewhere. This means no strain on your work force and projects completed in a fraction of the time it has traditionally taken. For example, we can install 500 yards of decorative or playground mulch per day. Depending on the project we can be out in as little as 1 day, this includes complete clean up and customer satisfaction. No more heaping piles that can be an eyesore and potentially stain wherever mulch is stored. I welcome the opportunity to schedule a meeting and go over our services in detail.


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Ridge Landscape Services

8808 West Sauk Trail
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Ridge Landscape Services

8808 West Sauk Trail
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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
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We specialize in Commercial Landscape Maintenance, Hardscapes, Plantings, Drain Tile Installation, Concrete and Snow Removal Services. The Company has been in business since 2011 Servicing Businesses and HOA's for all their properties. We have an experienced and professional staff to service your Commercial Lawn Maintenance and other landscaping needs. References Include; Village of Tinley Park, Select Comcast Locations, Timber's Edge HOA & Stonebridge Villas HOA.

"Show up on time. Reasonable pricing. Concrete came out better than expected. Would recommend"

Witold K on June 2023

We specialize in Commercial Landscape Maintenance, Hardscapes, Plantings, Drain Tile Installation, Concrete and Snow Removal Services. The Company has been in business since 2011 Servicing Businesses and HOA's for all their properties. We have an experienced and professional staff to service your Commercial Lawn Maintenance and other landscaping needs. References Include; Village of Tinley Park, Select Comcast Locations, Timber's Edge HOA & Stonebridge Villas HOA.

"Show up on time. Reasonable pricing. Concrete came out better than expected. Would recommend"

Witold K on June 2023


"The quality of the work was poor, the sod was laid and not rolled out which is preventing the sod from catching and causing the lawn to look uneven, the grass seed/ dirt was spread sporadically over the front lawn without focusing on the bare spots which was the ultimate goal of the seeding. (for treatment/solution to holes in the lawn to promote grass growth in those areas.) Also there was very little grass seeds or dirt spread to back lawn. I brought this to Kevin's attention and he said he would take care of it and that he ran out of dirt, also his response to my calls or e-mails was not timely or not at all. I called and text him on several occasions requesting that he comes to complete the job and he never showed up to complete the job as promised. I also feel the additional cost he charged ($1500) to lay 4 to 5 rolls of sod for 20 ft. x 24 ft. area (480 sq. ft.) , was over priced and he took advantage of me and I am a victim of price gouging. His initial quote he gave me was 3400 (for the seeding, retainer wall removal, aeration, power raking, cutting the grass, plant 1 bush) but I just noticed he has put 3500 on the contract so even in that instance I paid him $100 more than what was agreed upon. The contract that he wanted me to sign was very extensive and "construction focused" and did not address everything we had discussed for this project. It basically was an agreement to ensure payment and cover himself if I did not pay. When I noticed the contract did not list line by line description of the scope of the work I brought that to his attention and asked him to include what the job would intel ( work order) listing what we had talked about. He told me he would bring it when he came to do the job. I didn't receive anything, but he had already came to to start the job. By the time he finally came to start the job I had received a warning from the village due to my grass had grown more then 5 inches waiting for him to come and take care of cutting the grass when he was to start the project. The overall communication and follow up with this company is not good and they do not provide detailed scope of work orders even when requested."

Clem W on July 2025

FNJ Landscaping Services has long been leading valued clients to understand the chance of having that dream design for their outdoor spaces for many years.

"The quality of the work was poor, the sod was laid and not rolled out which is preventing the sod from catching and causing the lawn to look uneven, the grass seed/ dirt was spread sporadically over the front lawn without focusing on the bare spots which was the ultimate goal of the seeding. (for treatment/solution to holes in the lawn to promote grass growth in those areas.) Also there was very little grass seeds or dirt spread to back lawn. I brought this to Kevin's attention and he said he would take care of it and that he ran out of dirt, also his response to my calls or e-mails was not timely or not at all. I called and text him on several occasions requesting that he comes to complete the job and he never showed up to complete the job as promised. I also feel the additional cost he charged ($1500) to lay 4 to 5 rolls of sod for 20 ft. x 24 ft. area (480 sq. ft.) , was over priced and he took advantage of me and I am a victim of price gouging. His initial quote he gave me was 3400 (for the seeding, retainer wall removal, aeration, power raking, cutting the grass, plant 1 bush) but I just noticed he has put 3500 on the contract so even in that instance I paid him $100 more than what was agreed upon. The contract that he wanted me to sign was very extensive and "construction focused" and did not address everything we had discussed for this project. It basically was an agreement to ensure payment and cover himself if I did not pay. When I noticed the contract did not list line by line description of the scope of the work I brought that to his attention and asked him to include what the job would intel ( work order) listing what we had talked about. He told me he would bring it when he came to do the job. I didn't receive anything, but he had already came to to start the job. By the time he finally came to start the job I had received a warning from the village due to my grass had grown more then 5 inches waiting for him to come and take care of cutting the grass when he was to start the project. The overall communication and follow up with this company is not good and they do not provide detailed scope of work orders even when requested."

Clem W on July 2025



"Simon and his crew did a very thorough and professional job!"

Larry T on June 2022

Custom Paver Design & Installation. Add Curb Appeal With Custom Brick! Licensed, Insured. 17+ Years Of Excellence. Services: Decorative Brick Patios, Brick Driveway Creations, Brick Paver Entryways, Outdoor Kitchens & Bars, Retaining Walls & Landscaping!

"Simon and his crew did a very thorough and professional job!"

Larry T on June 2022


R & M Maintenance, Inc.

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R & M Maintenance, Inc.

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13 years of experience

R&M Maintenance, Inc is a fully licensed and insured property maintenance company. We specialize in out door services, such as snow removal & ice control. Our staff is available around the clock to service our customers needs.

R&M Maintenance, Inc is a fully licensed and insured property maintenance company. We specialize in out door services, such as snow removal & ice control. Our staff is available around the clock to service our customers needs.



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Ivan Landscaping & Snow Removal Corp.

5002 State St Crystal Lake, IL 60014
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Ivan Landscaping & Snow Removal Corp.

5002 State St Crystal Lake, IL 60014
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17 years of experience

Ivan Landscaping & Snow Removal Corp., based in Crystal Lake, IL, is the premier choice for top-quality landscaping and snow removal services in McHenry County and the surrounding areas. We specialize in landscaping, lawn care, snow removal, tree removal, planting, and more, delivering expert craftsmanship and reliable service year-round. Whether you need routine lawn maintenance or seasonal snow clearing, trust our experienced team to enhance and maintain your outdoor space. Contact Ivan Landscaping & Snow Removal Corp. today for all your landscaping needs!

Ivan Landscaping & Snow Removal Corp., based in Crystal Lake, IL, is the premier choice for top-quality landscaping and snow removal services in McHenry County and the surrounding areas. We specialize in landscaping, lawn care, snow removal, tree removal, planting, and more, delivering expert craftsmanship and reliable service year-round. Whether you need routine lawn maintenance or seasonal snow clearing, trust our experienced team to enhance and maintain your outdoor space. Contact Ivan Landscaping & Snow Removal Corp. today for all your landscaping needs!

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Mulch and Topsoil questions, answered by experts

A light layer of mulch can help protect a tree, retain moisture, and keep the soil healthy. However, it’s important to avoid over-mulching or piling the mulch up around the trunk of a tree, a practice notoriously called “volcano mulching.” That piled mulch can increase the chances of rot and disease on the tree trunk as well as overwhelming the soil, which needs access to a certain amount of air. Topped trees have it hard enough: mulch sparingly while they heal.

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.

You don’t have to spend a small fortune to make big changes to your landscape. You can achieve a lot for well under $5,000, especially if you like a DIY challenge. With a landscaping budget of $5,000, you could tackle a project like building a simple patio or deck, sprucing up your existing landscape with new plants, mulching, and tree trimming, or adding an impressive water feature. You’ll have no shortage of possibilities if you budget wisely.

Mulching any time of year can be beneficial, so you can choose based on your preference. Most homeowners avoid the winter and summer because of the uncomfortable temperatures, so spring and fall are often best. Try not to mulch right before heavy rainfall or a big storm is expected, as wind and runoff can move newly laid mulch around and make more work for you.

To take advantage of any deals on ordering gravel in bulk, it can also be beneficial in the long run to work on other gravel projects you plan to complete someday. These may include filling in a gravel driveway, building a patio, constructing a fire pit area , planning a garden walkway, or using stone instead of mulch in your flower beds.

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