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Avatar for Moyers Lawn Service & Landscaping
Moyers Lawn Service & Landscaping
4.6(
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Serving Colesville, MD and surrounding areas

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In business since 1981

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Moyer’s provided excellent service for our yard cleanup. They were on time, efficient, thorough, and asked great questions to make sure we were happy customers."
Lawn and Yard Maintenance 1
Yard Clean Up, pruning and thinning of the lower limbs of a tree, and Sod Installation.
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+11

57 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by86%of homeowners
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Pro Lawn Care, LLC
4.4(
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Serving Colesville, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I am very satisfied with the repair work that was done on my patio pavers, the downspout burial/extensions, the laying of sod along the right side of my driveway and front street curb as well as the removal of a large 15 foot arborvitae tree and its replacement with a 4 foot tall dragon lady holly tree. What initially sold me on using Pro Landscape was the professionalism displayed by David the owner and his companies proposals to include cost edstimates which were much more detailed and easily understood than other contractors I met with. Further, when speaking with other members of his staff they were professional and friendly each time I interacted with them. I will definitely use ProLandscape again when the need arises."
landscape construction
Landscape Construction
Landscape Design
Landscape Design
Zero Maintenance Landscape Design

+177

Response time9 hrs
Response rate94%
47 neighbors recently requested a quote
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ATD Landscaping LLC
4.5(
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Serving Colesville, MD and surrounding areas

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In business since 1999

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"ATD did a wonderful job of completely redoing our front yard. The yard is shaded by trees, grass would not grow, and invasive plants had taken over. ATD first met with us to understand what we wanted, and provided a concise but complete proposal. They developed a landscape design which they discussed with us as it evolved. For the installation they first removed the existing plants, grass and weeds and applied an organic weed killer to kill the invasive plants. They installed the new landscaping a few weeks later, and completed it in one day. They applied soil and hardwood mulch, planted a variety of native plants, and installed stone pavers to provide a walkway from our driveway to the house. In addition they installed a dry creek and river rocks to control water runoff. Maintenance, included for next year, includes Spring and Fall cleanups and weeding every 4-6 weeks during the growth season. We are thrilled with the yard, and neighbors have already given complements. The price was good - we did get a quote from another landscaper, and it was significantly higher. We plan to have ATD work on our back yard next Spring."
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After from back yard-Patio with steps and railing
Patio with drainage and retaining wall
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Before from back yard

+122

Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Green Neighbor Landscaping, LLC
4.9(
15
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Serving Colesville, MD and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I have used green neighbor landscaping for multiple projects over the years and Iâ m always grateful for the professionalism and quality work by Matt and his team. I will continue to rely on their services for years to come."
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During hydro mining process
Completion of drainage & sod
Finished drainage job
Exterior Lighting

+8

Response time2 hrs
Response rate95%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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D&D Construction & Landscaping, Inc.
5.0(
4
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Serving Colesville, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"The whole project (installing a retaining wall) was seamlessly executed and I was completely satisfied. Because John K. took the time to carefully and patiently explain the various options and the details of how the project would unfold, I chose D&D (of course, the competitive price was also key). They took care of all the approvals with the HOA, began work on time as scheduled, and finished a day ahead of schedule,"
Response time2 days
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Solid System Construction, LLC
5.0(
2
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Serving Colesville, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

We are dedicated to providing our clients with the very best in excavation and building site services. We specialize in residential and commercial services and take pride in the attention to detail put into each of the projects we're involved with. We're known for our quality work and the integrity of our business. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients, and guarantee your satisfaction.

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Emerald Landscaping Corporation
3.4(
169
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Serving Colesville, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent work in removing a cinderblock wall and in removing and replacing cement grout on flagstone patio areas. Efficient and experienced team, with thorough removal of old, loose cement and neat, good quality replacement and repair masonry work. Very competitive pricing."
Landscaping
Fences
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Landscaping
Fences

+133

16 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by86%of homeowners
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

Hardscaping often requires preparation of the ground in the area where the feature is being installed. This can include digging, compacting, and leveling the soil, ensuring adequate drainage, and removing any existing plants. The extent of preparation needed will depend on the type and size of the hardscaping feature being installed.

Yes, most services include site leveling and foundation work. Confirm with your contractor for specifics.

The best way to protect tree roots is to avoid the roots entirely by excavating outside the root radius of the tree. For nearby projects, it’s a good idea to construct a temporary retaining wall. But that’s not always possible, depending on the project and the root system. In these cases, consider using alternative equipment like an auger to tunnel under the ground.

Remember, tree roots can damage nearby cement foundations as they grow. If a tree is close enough to interfere with large excavations, it may be better to remove the tree than risk future problems.

The digging depth will depend on the size of the trencher you use. Even smaller units can dig up to 4 feet deep, which is plenty for a DIY job. However, much larger trenchers can reach a depth of 18 feet and are better used by a team of pro contractors, not a single DIYer. As with all home improvement projects, use the right tool for the job and proceed with caution.

Professional installers often include a deep layer of crushed gravel under permeable pavers to allow more runoff to soak through into the soil below. Many installations will include multiple layers of gravel, with coarser aggregate at the base and finer aggregate that sits on top of that bottom layer. Above the gravel, you’ll often find coarse sand that helps reduce paver shifting over time. Some permeable paver designs include a water collection system set into the gravel layer to route runoff to a safe area for disposal.

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