"Chad does a great job with our landscaping property maintenance. He does just about everything for us. Our lawn, the sprinklers, our pond. He's even taken care our drainage issues as well. Very happy with his service."
"Excellent irrigation specialist timely professional fixed my issue that no one else could. I now employ him as my irrigation service. Highly recommend!"
"Reliable honest company who will get the job done with friendly customer service. Small or large job, I would recommend Chain Oâ Lakes Electric to anyone looking for the best service in the area."
"I was impressed that Jason went out to the building site on Sunday, and then checked the size of the boulders. Not many contractors give up part of a Sunday to determine whether the size of the boulders is appropriate. Early Monday morning he called that he connected with another boulder/stone company who could deliver on Thursday. He and his crew did a beautiful job putting the retaining wall up. I was disappointed that the landscaping around the wall and driveway were not levelled out better before they left. "
As much as you might try to keep a healthy, nutrient-rich lawn, you still may notice signs of St. Augustine decline (SAD)—a viral disease that discolors your grass blades. St. Augustine decline looks like:
Discoloration in the leaves (chlorosis)—leaves appear yellow and splotchy
Decline in growth
Leaves turn black within 3 years
Grass appears less vibrant
Grass begins to thin
Root rot
Grass takes longer to recover
Plant a peach tree right at the end of your local dormancy period, likely at the very end of winter after the last frost when you can dig into the soft soil. Plan your backyard gardening season, including when planting peach trees, based on the frost schedule predicted in your local hardiness zone.
Yes, such as sod installation and erosion control for comprehensive site improvement.
Landscape design can be a simple service that includes a drawing or visual representation of how your yard can be set up and optimized for your intended purposes. But it can also include all of the manual labor to make your vision a reality. When you speak with your landscape designer, ensure everyone understands the specific services you want.
Some add-on services may include the following:
Sourcing and delivery of raw materials
Professional installation of features, including pergolas, decks, and pathways
Drainage system design
Recommendations for specific plants and trees
The best time to plant a tree is in the spring, so the roots have time to grow into the surrounding soil before winter sets in. Some people recommend planting in the late fall. However, planting in the spring reduces the stress on the tree, as it will be emerging from dormancy, giving it the full spring and summer ahead to acclimate and put down roots into the soil.
The Charlevoix, MI homeowners’ guide to landscaping services
From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.
A landscape designer can elevate your outdoor space and bring your vision to life. Use this landscape design cost guide to budget for your next project.
A good landscaping website can help you land more sales and build your credibility. Read our list of must-have pages and ideas for your website to help potential clients find you and drive more business for your lawn care company.