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Barnes Builds

135 Pinecrest Drive
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Barnes Builds

135 Pinecrest Drive
New on AngiNew on Angi
•Approved Pro
4 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer a variety of General Contractor services that are customizable to each individual project. You will find us to be competitively priced, paying close attention to the details of each and every project that we are involved with. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!

We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer a variety of General Contractor services that are customizable to each individual project. You will find us to be competitively priced, paying close attention to the details of each and every project that we are involved with. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!

Hobson and Son Dirt Work LLC

341 Hwy 2
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Hobson and Son Dirt Work LLC

341 Hwy 2
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75 years of experience

Hobson and Son Dirt Work specializes in many different aspects of the construction field. We build house pads, do demolition work, land clearing, and even haul loads of rock, dirt, mulch, etc. Hobson and Son is a family owned business and has been around since the early 1950's. We thank you for taking the time to read this and look forward to getting to work with you. Thanks-Trevor Hobson.

Hobson and Son Dirt Work specializes in many different aspects of the construction field. We build house pads, do demolition work, land clearing, and even haul loads of rock, dirt, mulch, etc. Hobson and Son is a family owned business and has been around since the early 1950's. We thank you for taking the time to read this and look forward to getting to work with you. Thanks-Trevor Hobson.

PLS Landscaping

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PLS Landscaping

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We are a full service landscaping company serving Monroe, West Monroe & the Shreveport, Bossier area. We strive to provide excellent customer service & provide a service guarantee with every job! We offer comercial & residential landscaping packages that will fit your needs and budget. Licensed and insured Some of the services we offer are: Landscaping and lawn care (residential and commercial) 3D landscape design Flower bed maintenance Hedge trimming Small tree trimming and removal

We are a full service landscaping company serving Monroe, West Monroe & the Shreveport, Bossier area. We strive to provide excellent customer service & provide a service guarantee with every job! We offer comercial & residential landscaping packages that will fit your needs and budget. Licensed and insured Some of the services we offer are: Landscaping and lawn care (residential and commercial) 3D landscape design Flower bed maintenance Hedge trimming Small tree trimming and removal

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Exterior Solutions

148 Red Cut Rd
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Exterior Solutions

148 Red Cut Rd
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Jordan Lawn provides customers with “above satisfaction” quality. We are determined to be the best at the best price! “The more it grows the more we mow”

"Absolutely the best service ever! I will for sure use Jordan Lawn again!"

Cherie J on May 2020

Jordan Lawn provides customers with “above satisfaction” quality. We are determined to be the best at the best price! “The more it grows the more we mow”

"Absolutely the best service ever! I will for sure use Jordan Lawn again!"

Cherie J on May 2020

Yard Doctor

250 Tupawek Rd
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Yard Doctor

250 Tupawek Rd
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28 years of experience

The Yard Doctor!! We Make House Calls! Specializing In St. Augustine, Bermunda, Zoysia, & Centipide. Hydro-Muching, approximately about HALF THE COST OF SOD. Lawn Maintenance-Dirt Work.. Free Estimates.. Call Bryan Odom at 318-366-7935 or 318-396-7935

The Yard Doctor!! We Make House Calls! Specializing In St. Augustine, Bermunda, Zoysia, & Centipide. Hydro-Muching, approximately about HALF THE COST OF SOD. Lawn Maintenance-Dirt Work.. Free Estimates.. Call Bryan Odom at 318-366-7935 or 318-396-7935

Salter Lawn Care

411 Trace West Rd
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Salter Lawn Care

411 Trace West Rd
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22 years of experience

Salter Lawn Care's objective is to cultivate and maintain your Louisiana property so you can sit back and enjoy it year round. We are a full service landscape and lawn care service for both commercial and residential customers. We service West Monroe/Monroe, LA including surrounding areas across North Louisiana.Patrick Salter was born and raised in West Monroe, LA. He is a West Monroe Graduate from the class of 2003, and graduated from Delta Community College in 2009. Salter Lawn Care was established in 2002. Throughout the years, we have grown into a full service lawn care business from full construction landscaping to monthly maintenance plans. Patrick has his Louisiana Horticulturist License (LH 3705) and is insured for your protection. With over 10 years' experience, Patrick has come to understand that it isn't just about the presence for the time being, but providing a beautiful escape throughout the year.

Salter Lawn Care's objective is to cultivate and maintain your Louisiana property so you can sit back and enjoy it year round. We are a full service landscape and lawn care service for both commercial and residential customers. We service West Monroe/Monroe, LA including surrounding areas across North Louisiana.Patrick Salter was born and raised in West Monroe, LA. He is a West Monroe Graduate from the class of 2003, and graduated from Delta Community College in 2009. Salter Lawn Care was established in 2002. Throughout the years, we have grown into a full service lawn care business from full construction landscaping to monthly maintenance plans. Patrick has his Louisiana Horticulturist License (LH 3705) and is insured for your protection. With over 10 years' experience, Patrick has come to understand that it isn't just about the presence for the time being, but providing a beautiful escape throughout the year.

KEPPER TRUCKING & DIRT CONTRACTING

868 HIGHWAY 139
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KEPPER TRUCKING & DIRT CONTRACTING

868 HIGHWAY 139
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25 years of experience

We not just the average dirt guy. We do all types of backhoe,trackhoe,skid steer,dump truck,motor grader,tractor, and dozer work. We do land clearing,sitework, sell and install culverts, demolition,excavation. We are a licensed, insured,and bonded professional company. We also have equipment rental for you do it yourself guys or contractors.

We not just the average dirt guy. We do all types of backhoe,trackhoe,skid steer,dump truck,motor grader,tractor, and dozer work. We do land clearing,sitework, sell and install culverts, demolition,excavation. We are a licensed, insured,and bonded professional company. We also have equipment rental for you do it yourself guys or contractors.

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Mulch and Topsoil questions, answered by experts

Colored mulch can be bad for plants in that it robs them of nitrogen as it depletes the soil to break itself down. With this in mind, it’s a good idea to test your soil to check the nitrogen levels. If the nitrogen levels are low, use fertilizer with extra nitrogen or switch to regular mulch.

Another downside of colored mulch is if it’s heavily contaminated, it can contaminate the soil and damage your plants. To avoid this, look for the MSC certification logo on the mulch bag before purchasing.

The best size rock for your landscaping depends on the design, as different boulders serve different purposes. If you want to group boulders to create a natural-looking cluster, you’ll need a range of sizes. Otherwise, here are some suggestions:

  • Small boulders (smaller than 12 inches across): Best for landscape edging and fire pits 

  • Medium boulders (12–24 inches): Best for retaining walls and water features

  • Large boulders (more than 24 inches): Best as standalone landscaping features, steps, or walkways.

Of course, you can mix and match sizes to create a unique display.

Artificial turf usually requires some sort of base. If you’re installing the grass over soil, you’ll want to add a weed barrier (weeds can damage your fake grass) and an artificial grass sub-base . Typically, this is a mixture of gravel and sand, like crushed miscellaneous base (CMB) or decomposed granite. If you're placing turf over concrete, you can skip the sub base and use a padded underlayment.

The best mulches for trees are wood chips, bark nuggets, or pine straw. Depending on your goals, you may want to avoid using plastic, stone, rubber, or wet grass clippings. Plastic mulch prevents water from reaching the mulched areas of your tree, stones don’t offer any nutritional benefits to the soil, rubber can release byproducts into the soil when it decomposes, and wet grass clippings can lead to rot. 

Plastic may prove beneficial in cold climates in the winter, but wood chips are the ideal option for most environments.

Timing is key when determining the best time to hydroseed your lawn. It’s best to hydroseed in the spring or fall due to the already wet conditions of your lawn and the more mild temperatures. 

Your local pro will also offer watering and fertilizer instructions for the months after your application. Make sure you will be available to water it consistently, especially in the first two to three weeks for best results.

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