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Skyline Contractors
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Landscape - Soil, Sand, Mulch and Rock DeliveryLandscape - Soil, Sand, Mulch and Rock Delivery - For BusinessLawn Care - Maintain and Mow a Lawn

Serving Ely, MN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Located in Duluth Minnesota, Skyline Contractors offers services from general dirt work, driveways, land clearing, digging ponds, shoreline restoration, retaining walls, building pads, utilities, etc. we also do snow removal and plowing, as well as sanding for both commercial and residential. Although our main office is located in Duluth, we offer our services throughout Minnesota, North Dakota, South Dakota, Wisconsin and Upper Michigan.

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Garden Structures & More
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Landscape - Install Landscaping for Yard or Garden

Serving Ely, MN and surrounding areas

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Hal is a bit of a character and drives an old truck, but he is very pleasant and takes great pride in his workmanship. One of the few times in our history of several home projects where a project has exceeded our expectations."
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Recommended by95%of homeowners
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J. V. Tree & Landscaping
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Lawn Care - Maintain and Mow a Lawn

Serving Ely, MN and surrounding areas

In business since 1993

Emergency services offered

"I was very protective of how much limbing had to be done. We had some sick branches up high and we were concerned about loosing the tree altogether at some point. Jesse kept assureing me that it would fill back in and it would be ok. Only time will tell on that account, at this time I am confindent he knows that it will. All and all good experince.
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Heyer Grounds LLC
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Landscape - Install Landscaping for Yard or Garden

Serving Ely, MN and surrounding areas

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We had Jordan and his crew replace our roof this summer. Communication was very good throughout the job, very impressed with the work the crew and him did. We also had our front door replaced this winter. Again, top notch work as I’ve come to expect. I would highly recommend Jordan and his crew at Heyer Grounds."
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Response time6 hrs
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JMS Dirt Workx LLC
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Landscape - Install Landscaping for Yard or GardenLandscape - Soil, Sand, Mulch and Rock Delivery

Serving Ely, MN and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

With over 20 years of experience, we pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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National Site Materials Company
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Landscape - Soil, Sand, Mulch and Rock DeliveryLandscape - Soil, Sand, Mulch and Rock Delivery - For Business

Serving Ely, MN and surrounding areas

In business since 1984

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

We are dedicated to providing our clients with the very best in concrete and fill material. With over 30 years of industry experience, we take an enormous amount of pride, in the attention to detail put into each of the projects we are involved with. We are 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. Our Values \nAT NSM, IT IS NOT JUST WHAT WE DO, BUT HOW WE DO IT. THESE ARE THE VALUES THAT GUIDE US:\nEnsure Safety\nWe make safety a personal responsibility and hold each other accountable for safe acts and behaviors, ensuring that nothing comes before the health & safety of our people, contractors and the community.\nFocus on Customers\nWe build close customer relationships that set us apart from our competitors by listening to our customers, understanding their challenges and providing valuable solutions.\n

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Response time1 day
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Mulch and Topsoil questions, answered by experts

The hydroseed mix—known as a slurry—helps grass seed take root in many ways. Water combines with the mulch, allowing the grass seed to stay moist while grounded in the soil. The extra fertilizer then provides the boost the seed needs to flourish. In just a few weeks, you'll be ready to break out the lawnmower again.

While you don’t need to put anything down before mulch, you can apply a pre-emergent herbicide to prevent weed growth. As long as you remove weeds before you spread mulch, you should be in the clear. But a herbicide is something that you can put down before mulch as an extra layer of protection.

Generally, you want the soil for your edible plants to have good drainage, organic matter for nutrients, a loose texture (like loam soil), and a balanced pH level. However, the type of plants you're growing will dictate the exact characteristics your soil needs to thrive. For example, brussels sprout prefers more acidic soil, while broccoli prefers more alkaline soil. 

You should add 1 to 4 inches of mulch, depending on your garden type and needs. Keep in mind that no amount of mulch can completely prevent weeds, but a heavier coverage (closer to 4 inches) can suppress weeds enough that you are only seeing them sprout every few weeks. Finer mulch prevents weeds more effectively than large mulch, so if you’re using mulched leaves or shredded bark, 1 to 2 inches will likely suffice, while 3 to 4 inches is best for larger mulch, like bark chips or straw.

It is generally not recommended to put topsoil over new grass seed. A thick layer can suffocate the seedlings by preventing sunlight, water, and oxygen from reaching them. The seeds only need about a quarter-inch of soil for protection. If you want to protect the seeds, a better alternative is to apply a thin layer of organic matter, such as straw mulch or hay.

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