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Q: Can you plant junipers close to the house?

• <div><p>When planting, it's best to leave several feet between a house and a juniper bush. Many juniper varieties will become quite bushy and require space to grow. Juniper branches that come into contact with siding can damage the home's exterior over time. Also, some juniper bushes have aggressive roots that can put pressure on a home's foundation or basement walls. </p></div>

Q: Are elm trees good for planting?

• <div><p>If shade is a priority for you, then panting elm trees is a fine choice. A full mature elm tree has enough aesthetic appeal for some folks that it could add value to your home. </p><p>That said, never plant elm trees too close to your home, sewer line, or sidewalks, as their roots can damage these, which can lead to costly repairs.</p></div>

Q: How do I know if I need a layer of padding under my grass?

• <div><p>If you live in an area with heavy rain or you like the idea of an extra layer of cushion under your feet, you may want to consider adding additional layers under your grass. There are pads that are purely for comfort and ones that can help accelerate drainage for those heavy rains.</p></div>

Q: Can I transplant holly bushes to a different location instead of removing them entirely?

• <div><p>Yes, you can absolutely transplant bushes instead of removing them completely. The success depends on the size of the bushes, their age, and the transplanting season. Ideally, transplant during the dormant season (late fall or winter). Dig out the entire root system in one piece, fill the new hole with fresh soil and mulch, and water thoroughly after planting. </p></div>

Q: When is the best time to plant?

• <div><p>The best time to plant is between spring and autumn. Springtime weather is typically mild and is when nurseries start to bloom. When the summer weather arrives and it&rsquo;s hot out, it&rsquo;s best to avoid planting bare-root plants, but you can still plant many in-container varieties. The first sign of fall is another great opportunity to plant biennials if you live in southern states, or a lovely vegetable garden up north.</p></div>

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Last update on February 05, 2026

Reviewed in February 2026
This company is very good. Had windows installed two different times and everything was great. Both crews did excellent work.
Mad City Windows & Baths
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Reviewed in January 2026
What a wonderful company. We were very impressed with the service. Very efficient and timely. A job well done. We will definitely be using this service again.
Let the Sun Shine in
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Reviewed in September 2024
I had my inspection today concerning a large crack in my garage floor. The inspector that came out today, Abraham Mukulwa, was extremely friendly, knowledgeable, and thorough with his inspection of our garage. He put in the extra effort to make sure we were made aware of the issues that had...
Groundworks
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Reviewed in February 2024
He did an outstanding job. Highly recommend.
Old Line Glass & Mirror LLC
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Reviewed in March 2022
Had a great experience with this company, they were reasonably priced and did a great job. I needed them to come back to the job and wrap up a loose end, I called them and they were there the next day, excellent service.
Restoration 1 of Northern Minnesota
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Reviewed in March 2022
Excellent communication. Very professional, personable installers. Very informative!
American Waterworks
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Reviewed in December 2020
It was my brother who told me to hire USA Family Moving for my move. I was relocating from one state to another. The moving guys were so professional. They packed everything very quickly and safely. Their price was great compared to other prices we have gotten so we went with them. I was very...
USA Family Moving, LLC
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Reviewed in July 2020
I hired Dan to replace a water main valve and water heater. He was very prompt and courteous. Once he was on site, he offered some logical suggestions that would save me money-for example repairing my water heater instead of replacing. This told me Dan wasn't out to make the most money, he...
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Reviewed in May 2020
Fantastic crews, excellent quality service. You absolutely get what you pay for with this company.
ABC Seamless of Fargo
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Reviewed in September 2019
Extremely hard to match the quality for the price.
Mike Bueng Construction
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ForeverLawn Minnesota, Inc.

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Serving Ada, MN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2005

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"The product and service we received from ForeverLawn was excellent ! The attention to detail was very impressive and the knowledge of the install technicians was very much appreciated. We will definitely consider ForeverLawn for future lawn and landscaping needs and we are satisfied customers !!!"

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Recommended by64%of homeowners

Serving Ada, MN and surrounding areas

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In business since 1987

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"He did what he said he would do and the price was close to what he quoted."

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Scott Beaton

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Serving Ada, MN and surrounding areas

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Small jobs welcome

Looking for lawncare, landscape, dirt work and snow removal accounts. We have been doing grading and drainage work off and on since 2007. Snow removal since 2011. I have recently expanded our crew to offer all aspects of lawncare, landscape, excavation, and grading services, well look at any job and get you a quote.

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Serving Ada, MN and surrounding areas

In business since 2013

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"Very professional and they were great with the follow up!"

Looks better than the grass across the street!

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Quality Grading and Dirtworks, LLP

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Serving Ada, MN and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

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Quality Grading and Dirtworks, LLP proudly serves our customers with pride, integrity, and attention to the details that matter most to you. This is one of the many things that set us apart from the rest. We are locally owned and operated. Give us a call today!

Response time8 hrs

Recommended by100%of homeowners

Serving Ada, MN and surrounding areas

In business since 2016

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"Really awesome work by Done Right Works. We hired them for drywall repair, electrician work, and other jobs. Everything was done perfectly and all within one day."

+48

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HelloTech: Tech Support To Your Door

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Serving Ada, MN and surrounding areas

In business since 2014

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"Worked, tech couldn’t get remote to work. I believe this was supposed to be included"

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National Site Materials Company

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Serving Ada, MN and surrounding areas

In business since 1984

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"The staff involved were over the top focused on customer service!"

Response time1 day

Recommended by40%of homeowners

Serving Ada, MN and surrounding areas

In business since 2009

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"The quality of work was excellent. I like the warranty. I would use the service again."

Commercial Kitchen Sanitary Sewer Repair

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Recommended by100%of homeowners

Serving Ada, MN and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

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"They did amazing. They were quick and efficient. Professional and friendly. 10/10. Im in the talks with them about Window replacement as well. They are great!? ?"

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Landscaping questions, answered by experts

When planting, it's best to leave several feet between a house and a juniper bush. Many juniper varieties will become quite bushy and require space to grow. Juniper branches that come into contact with siding can damage the home's exterior over time. Also, some juniper bushes have aggressive roots that can put pressure on a home's foundation or basement walls.

If shade is a priority for you, then panting elm trees is a fine choice. A full mature elm tree has enough aesthetic appeal for some folks that it could add value to your home.

That said, never plant elm trees too close to your home, sewer line, or sidewalks, as their roots can damage these, which can lead to costly repairs.

If you live in an area with heavy rain or you like the idea of an extra layer of cushion under your feet, you may want to consider adding additional layers under your grass. There are pads that are purely for comfort and ones that can help accelerate drainage for those heavy rains.

Yes, you can absolutely transplant bushes instead of removing them completely. The success depends on the size of the bushes, their age, and the transplanting season. Ideally, transplant during the dormant season (late fall or winter). Dig out the entire root system in one piece, fill the new hole with fresh soil and mulch, and water thoroughly after planting.

The best time to plant is between spring and autumn. Springtime weather is typically mild and is when nurseries start to bloom. When the summer weather arrives and it’s hot out, it’s best to avoid planting bare-root plants, but you can still plant many in-container varieties. The first sign of fall is another great opportunity to plant biennials if you live in southern states, or a lovely vegetable garden up north.

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