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Austin Services

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Austin Services

5.00(
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Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: Quick response
7 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Austin Services is a locally owned, licensed, bonded, and insured landscaping and masonry contractor serving Montgomery County, MD, and surrounding areas. We specialize in lawn care, lawn renovations, land clearing, grading, drainage and erosion control, as well as patios, walkways, retaining walls, masonry repair, and concrete driveways. Our experience includes residential and select commercial site improvement projects, with an emphasis on proper site preparation, drainage, and structural integrity. Property owners trust Austin Services for reliable scheduling, detailed estimates, and results that add real value to their home or property.

"I found Austin Services through social media: FB mom’s group in Rockville-Bethesda and Gaithersburg area. My experience with this company was awesome. They are professional, punctual, friendly and so kind. The price is fair. I hope this business continues and grows fast because their service is excellent!!! "

Karen M on April 2025

Austin Services is a locally owned, licensed, bonded, and insured landscaping and masonry contractor serving Montgomery County, MD, and surrounding areas. We specialize in lawn care, lawn renovations, land clearing, grading, drainage and erosion control, as well as patios, walkways, retaining walls, masonry repair, and concrete driveways. Our experience includes residential and select commercial site improvement projects, with an emphasis on proper site preparation, drainage, and structural integrity. Property owners trust Austin Services for reliable scheduling, detailed estimates, and results that add real value to their home or property.

"I found Austin Services through social media: FB mom’s group in Rockville-Bethesda and Gaithersburg area. My experience with this company was awesome. They are professional, punctual, friendly and so kind. The price is fair. I hope this business continues and grows fast because their service is excellent!!! "

Karen M on April 2025


Jose Landscaping Lizama

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Jose Landscaping Lizama

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5 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We are committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade, combined with ability, is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business

We are committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade, combined with ability, is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business


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Nelson Tree Specialist Inc

4.91(
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Nelson Tree Specialist Inc

4.91(
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Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 96% of Angi customers
Recommended by 96% of HomeAdvisor customers

Experienced, professional and affordable services to help you deal with trees, shrubs and stumps in and around your property. We are standing by, ready to provide you with outstanding services. Your satisfaction is our #1 concern! We offer a wide range of Tree Services with one goal in mind – making you a happy customer! We offer a custom approach to tree removal guaranteed to match your needs and budget. Regardless of the type of Tree service you select, our skilled and insured professionals ensure the job will be done safely. Certified Arborist on staff! License number - 1610.

"The crew of 5, including 2 tree climbers, arrived promptly as scheduled, as did the estimator the day before. They worked careful to suspend limbs and avoid crashing the roof, removed at least all that was requested, and did a thorough cleanup. Really nice crew chief. The price was excellent. Having used them before, I didn’t comparison shop having previously found them significantly cheaper."

Dan E on December 2025

Experienced, professional and affordable services to help you deal with trees, shrubs and stumps in and around your property. We are standing by, ready to provide you with outstanding services. Your satisfaction is our #1 concern! We offer a wide range of Tree Services with one goal in mind – making you a happy customer! We offer a custom approach to tree removal guaranteed to match your needs and budget. Regardless of the type of Tree service you select, our skilled and insured professionals ensure the job will be done safely. Certified Arborist on staff! License number - 1610.

"The crew of 5, including 2 tree climbers, arrived promptly as scheduled, as did the estimator the day before. They worked careful to suspend limbs and avoid crashing the roof, removed at least all that was requested, and did a thorough cleanup. Really nice crew chief. The price was excellent. Having used them before, I didn’t comparison shop having previously found them significantly cheaper."

Dan E on December 2025


"Wonderful work, very professional, and cost competitive company. 3-years later no issues. Kevin and his team came in to put a nice flagstone staff 8x45 ft patio in next to our house to replace the grass. It was completed quickly and when there was a minor issue that cropped up within 4-months due to bad stones from the quarry, they came back to replace asap. 100% confidence and would hire again. Thanks guys!"

Brendon D on June 2020

Landscape Design+Build, Installation, and Management Contractor - Owner operated, small local business - Residential, Commercial, Municipal, State and Federal

"Wonderful work, very professional, and cost competitive company. 3-years later no issues. Kevin and his team came in to put a nice flagstone staff 8x45 ft patio in next to our house to replace the grass. It was completed quickly and when there was a minor issue that cropped up within 4-months due to bad stones from the quarry, they came back to replace asap. 100% confidence and would hire again. Thanks guys!"

Brendon D on June 2020


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Lopez Tree Service

4.94(
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Lopez Tree Service

4.94(
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 98% of Angi customers
Recommended by 98% of HomeAdvisor customers

We are a family-owned and operated small business serving the northern Virginia area for over 10 years. We have been in the arbor business over 15 years. In 2014, we added a landscaping and hardscaping team led by a master landscaper with over 15 years experience. We offer our services to HOAs, churches, apartments, businesses, schools, and individual homes. Our prices are extremely competitive. We take tremendous pride in our work and take safety seriously. We are licensed and insured. Because satisfaction is our goal, we pride ourselves in offering nothing but the best in landscaping and tree services. No job is too small or too large for our superior equipment and skills. Check out our special promotions. From stump to stem, we are outstanding in the field. Let us make your property POP! (24-hour winter storm emergency service)

"This is a review from a very satisfied customer. Unbeatable price and unbeatable promptness! Extremely satisfied. The owner, Alvero, was not the earliest person to respond to my request for a quote, but the wait was well worth it. He offered extremely competitive pricing, and the entire work for the removal of two 50+ foot tall trees was completed within 48 hours. If you skip a quote from this company, you might be missing out on a great deal. Highly recommended!"

BJ P on February 2025

We are a family-owned and operated small business serving the northern Virginia area for over 10 years. We have been in the arbor business over 15 years. In 2014, we added a landscaping and hardscaping team led by a master landscaper with over 15 years experience. We offer our services to HOAs, churches, apartments, businesses, schools, and individual homes. Our prices are extremely competitive. We take tremendous pride in our work and take safety seriously. We are licensed and insured. Because satisfaction is our goal, we pride ourselves in offering nothing but the best in landscaping and tree services. No job is too small or too large for our superior equipment and skills. Check out our special promotions. From stump to stem, we are outstanding in the field. Let us make your property POP! (24-hour winter storm emergency service)

"This is a review from a very satisfied customer. Unbeatable price and unbeatable promptness! Extremely satisfied. The owner, Alvero, was not the earliest person to respond to my request for a quote, but the wait was well worth it. He offered extremely competitive pricing, and the entire work for the removal of two 50+ foot tall trees was completed within 48 hours. If you skip a quote from this company, you might be missing out on a great deal. Highly recommended!"

BJ P on February 2025


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DIRTY DEEDS JUNK REMOVAL

4.83(
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DIRTY DEEDS JUNK REMOVAL

4.83(
75
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 96% of Angi customers
Recommended by 96% of HomeAdvisor customers

We were established in 2002 and have 4 crews. Residential and commercial junk removal to remove all your junk. Just point it out and away it goes. We now remove paint and any non-flamable products for additional charges.

"It went great! Very easy for me since I simply showed them what I wanted removed and then they took it out to their truck. At least a dozen things. They were very reasonably priced and friendly as well!"

Elaine P on March 2018

We were established in 2002 and have 4 crews. Residential and commercial junk removal to remove all your junk. Just point it out and away it goes. We now remove paint and any non-flamable products for additional charges.

"It went great! Very easy for me since I simply showed them what I wanted removed and then they took it out to their truck. At least a dozen things. They were very reasonably priced and friendly as well!"

Elaine P on March 2018


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Lewis Services, LLC

5.00(
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Lewis Services, LLC

5.00(
23
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 95% of Angi customers
Recommended by 95% of HomeAdvisor customers

We provide upscale residential and commercial mowing and lawn care along with various other services. Ask us about our Firewood delivery options. We provide reasonable prices with weekly and biweekly options for care. We have been in business officially for one year but all of the staff have 10+ years of experience in expert lawn care.

"My yard was the eye sore of the neighborhood with overgrown weeds, shrubs and yard waste. EJ’s team of three spent six hours making my lawn look great and I received admiration from my neighbors with the job they performed. Many thanks to EJ and the team who performed my service. They were very friendly and professional."

Craig R on August 2022

We provide upscale residential and commercial mowing and lawn care along with various other services. Ask us about our Firewood delivery options. We provide reasonable prices with weekly and biweekly options for care. We have been in business officially for one year but all of the staff have 10+ years of experience in expert lawn care.

"My yard was the eye sore of the neighborhood with overgrown weeds, shrubs and yard waste. EJ’s team of three spent six hours making my lawn look great and I received admiration from my neighbors with the job they performed. Many thanks to EJ and the team who performed my service. They were very friendly and professional."

Craig R on August 2022


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Ricky's Lawn and Landscaping Services

5.00(
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Ricky's Lawn and Landscaping Services

5.00(
25
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

specializing in hardscape, landscaping, drainage solutions , wooden fences , lawn maintenance and more. Ricky's Lawn & Landscaping will handle your project with the highest standards in quality and workmanship. We service homes and businesses in the Metropolitan DC area, our services are reliable and affordable, our crew is honest, respectful and highly trained for the job they get assigned. Please check my website for more information at Rickyslawn.com.

"I will definitely be doing business again with Ricky’s lawn and landscaping. Their pricing was very reasonable, he was accommodating and attentive to what I was looking to accomplish. His crew was amazing! The guys that were here for a week were very hard-working, detail-oriented, professional, knowledgeable, and they worked great as a team. This was a great experience for me, and I’m hoping to work with them in the future, but I would highly recommend them if you’re considering work in your lawn, landscaping, or driveway."

Kelly S on October 2023

specializing in hardscape, landscaping, drainage solutions , wooden fences , lawn maintenance and more. Ricky's Lawn & Landscaping will handle your project with the highest standards in quality and workmanship. We service homes and businesses in the Metropolitan DC area, our services are reliable and affordable, our crew is honest, respectful and highly trained for the job they get assigned. Please check my website for more information at Rickyslawn.com.

"I will definitely be doing business again with Ricky’s lawn and landscaping. Their pricing was very reasonable, he was accommodating and attentive to what I was looking to accomplish. His crew was amazing! The guys that were here for a week were very hard-working, detail-oriented, professional, knowledgeable, and they worked great as a team. This was a great experience for me, and I’m hoping to work with them in the future, but I would highly recommend them if you’re considering work in your lawn, landscaping, or driveway."

Kelly S on October 2023


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Wolff Tree & Landscape LLC

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Wolff Tree & Landscape LLC

4.98(
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Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Wolff Tree and Landscape provides outdoor solutions for your home or business. We are Maryland Licensed Tree Expert #1779 and Certified Tree Care Safety Professionals. We serve both residential and commercial customers throughout Maryland. When results matter - choose Wolff Tree and Landscape, LLC. Owned and Operated by Ben Wolff, ISA Certified Arborist.

"From start to finish it went great. Ben came to see what we wanted and before he left he had the price for us. Way better than we expected. They started within a few days and the workers were all very professional and worked well together. It was a huge job and we were very happy with them from day one. Would highly recommend them to anyone. I guarantee you won't find better! We'll use them again in the future."

Sandy R on April 2022

Wolff Tree and Landscape provides outdoor solutions for your home or business. We are Maryland Licensed Tree Expert #1779 and Certified Tree Care Safety Professionals. We serve both residential and commercial customers throughout Maryland. When results matter - choose Wolff Tree and Landscape, LLC. Owned and Operated by Ben Wolff, ISA Certified Arborist.

"From start to finish it went great. Ben came to see what we wanted and before he left he had the price for us. Way better than we expected. They started within a few days and the workers were all very professional and worked well together. It was a huge job and we were very happy with them from day one. Would highly recommend them to anyone. I guarantee you won't find better! We'll use them again in the future."

Sandy R on April 2022


"This is the second job we've used Riggs Landscaping for and I can't say enough about how impressed I am with his work. The first job was the installation of pavers from the driveway and onto the front steps, replacing the 'builder' cement. His experience shows, from the suggestions and implementation of sloping the terrain away from the foundation of the house which completely eliminated any water leakage which was occurring in the basement. I constantly receive compliments on how beautiful the pavers look! This job entailed the installation of a path from the front of the house to the back deck stairs. Most of the area was on a hill so it meant leveling it, putting in pressure treated lumber to build up the sides and burying the drain spouts. Perfect again! He cleans up, he's on time, and just an honest nice man. I would HIGHLY recommend him!"

Mary R on October 2019

MHIC License #124574 Small Company with owner completing all estimates and working on every job.

"This is the second job we've used Riggs Landscaping for and I can't say enough about how impressed I am with his work. The first job was the installation of pavers from the driveway and onto the front steps, replacing the 'builder' cement. His experience shows, from the suggestions and implementation of sloping the terrain away from the foundation of the house which completely eliminated any water leakage which was occurring in the basement. I constantly receive compliments on how beautiful the pavers look! This job entailed the installation of a path from the front of the house to the back deck stairs. Most of the area was on a hill so it meant leveling it, putting in pressure treated lumber to build up the sides and burying the drain spouts. Perfect again! He cleans up, he's on time, and just an honest nice man. I would HIGHLY recommend him!"

Mary R on October 2019

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Mulch and Topsoil questions, answered by experts

If a big freeze catches you by surprise and you don’t have any deicer to hand, you can reduce the chance of taking a tumble by laying gritty, anti-slip materials. Some natural, readily-available options that don’t melt ice but offer traction underfoot include sand, wood shavings, kitty litter, and fireplace ash.

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.

How tall your mulch should be around your tree depends on the type of mulch you use, but aim for 3 to 4 inches as a rule of thumb. You’ll want to avoid simply piling it up in hopes of offering additional benefits to your tree. Volcano mulching is the infamous term for piling way too much mulch against the stem of your tree. This could actually kill your tree or severely harm it, as your tree trunk needs space to breathe without too much moisture.

Yes, and in many cases, you should. Large gravel works best as a base layer because it improves drainage and keeps the surface stable. A top layer of smaller gravel fills in gaps and creates a smoother, more compacted surface. This combination is common in driveways and high-traffic areas where both stability and comfort matter.

Stump grindings are usually safe to use in soil, but in some cases, it’s not recommended. Wood chips in particular can bind nitrogen in the soil, which will make it difficult for grass to grow. That’s why it’s important to remove most wood chips and use healthy garden soil if you want to cover the stump spot with grass. Large wood chips may attract beetles and could encourage the growth of fungi when they decay, so you may want to remove them when using the grindings.

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