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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

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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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Landscape - Install Landscaping for Yard or Garden

Serving Ely, MN and surrounding areas

In business since 1998

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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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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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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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Jimmy The Handyman
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Lawn Care - Maintain and Mow a Lawn

Serving Ely, MN and surrounding areas

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Everything went well. Jimmy always gave great service and a great dose of confidence the job was completed right. Every job we gave Jimmy was satisfactory and we never had to call him back. Unless of course we needed another project completed."
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Lawn Care - Maintain and Mow a Lawn

Serving Ely, MN and surrounding areas

In business since 2017

"Jordan does most of the work, a few times, he sent out his brother, Isaac. Jordan has been my regular "Lawn Guy" for many years (before he even had a drivers license). He does lawn mowing, weed whacking, he checks my gutters for proper operation, and helps me seasonally with my lawn furniture. Jordan has been very helpful, and I would recommend him to anyone."
Response time1 day
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Mulch and Topsoil questions, answered by experts

Wood from black walnut, magnolia, eucalyptus, red maple, and invasive species like tree of heaven are not recommended for mulching. These trees release allelochemicals that can suppress plant growth. Some homeowners, however, use wood from these trees for mulching if it is less potent due to age or concentration, or if the plants are not as sensitive to them.

No, mulch itself does not necessarily attract termites even though it’s usually made of shredded wood. Some types of mulch like cedar or cypress resist termites because they’re toxic or unappetizing to the wood munchers. However, when the mulch is deep enough, say three inches or more, it creates a perfect habitat for insects of all kinds to build nests.

Small gravel is the better option since it creates a stable, even surface that’s easier on paws and hooves. Large gravel can be uncomfortable and may shift too much underfoot. So if you’re using gravel in pet or livestock areas, go for smooth, rounded small gravel to prevent injuries and discomfort.

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 can use regular sand as the base for your pavers and in between pavers to seal the joints. Many pros reach for polymeric sand, also known as all-purpose sand, because it has been sifted and washed to remove impurities. But you can easily level ground and fill gaps between pavers for a clean look using regular sand, sometimes at a lower cost.

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