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3rd Generation Lawn Care
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Lawn Care - Maintain and Mow a LawnLandscape - Soil, Sand, Mulch and Rock DeliveryLandscape - Soil, Sand, Mulch and Rock Delivery - For Business

Serving Ava, MO and surrounding areas

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In business since 2006

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Emergency services offered

3rd Generation Lawn Care offers lawn mowing & groundskeeping services, weedwacking pond banks & drainage ditches, string-trimming around obstacles, landscaping, pruning, flowerbeds, mulch delivery, leaf clean-ups, brushhogging, field mowing, rototilling, powerwashing & junk removal in the greater Ava & Mountain Grove areas. We also service portions of Wright, Webster, Howell, & Ozark Counties. An affordable choice with 20 years experiencen we're insured, reliable, and will work to custom tailor a plan for professionally maintaining the lawn around your home or business within budget & without cutting any corners.

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R.D.A Home And Business Repair
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Landscape - Soil, Sand, Mulch and Rock DeliveryLandscape - Soil, Sand, Mulch and Rock Delivery - For Business

Serving Ava, MO and surrounding areas

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In business since 2013

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I got lucky finding these guys. You cannot beat the quality or the price. They are honest , hard working, army veterans. They also have a sense of humor. When they were done the Ross said, "I'm sorry we couldn't put the wobble back in your porch.""
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Recommended by16%of homeowners
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Scott's Hardscape & Excavation
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Landscape - Install Landscaping for Yard or Garden

Serving Ava, MO and surrounding areas

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In business since 2021

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Customers say: True professional

"Bryan Scott and his team exceeded our expectations. A professional plan and bid were presented, and the project finished on time and on budget. Bryan and on-site foreman Sean communicate with us as well as our neighbors. I would hire Scott's Hardscape & Excavating again."
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Alex Hart
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Lawn Care - Maintain and Mow a Lawn

Serving Ava, MO and surrounding areas

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Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

Dependable, detail-oriented mechanical and repair services tailored to your needs. I bring years of hands-on technical experience in equipment maintenance, small engine repair, general mechanical troubleshooting, and property repairs. I pride myself on safety, honest communication, and delivering quality workmanship that lasts. Reach out today to discuss your project!

Grit & Grow Landscaping, LLC
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Landscape - Install Landscaping for Yard or Garden

Serving Ava, MO and surrounding areas

In business since 2024

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Credit card accepted

"We had old interlocking pavers that looked like they were just all rising in the middle and were a bit of a hazard. One thing I liked about Kolsen and his guys is they didn?t leave crap all over my yard and cleaned up after themselves, it was a big job for them and going on 18 months it still looks great. Highly recommend."
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Mulch and Topsoil questions, answered by experts

A base layer is typically required when installing artificial grass, and the specific materials depend on the surface where the turf is being placed.

If you are installing artificial grass over soil, you should lay down a sub-base and a weed barrier.

  • Weed Barrier: A fabric weed barrier, weed membrane, or geo-textile paper is essential to prevent weeds from growing through and damaging the turf.

  • Sub-base: This layer provides drainage, support, and prevents the turf from sinking. Common materials include a mixture of gravel and sand, such as crushed miscellaneous base (CMB), decomposed granite, decomposed limestone, or a specifically mixed road base. Other options include silica sand and granite sand.

If you are placing turf over a hard surface like concrete, you can often skip the sub-base and use a padded underlayment or shock-absorbent material like astro-cushion for comfort and safety.

If you are unsure which materials are best for your specific project, it's a good idea to consult with an artificial turf installer.

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.

The best time to lay mulch depends on the type of mulch and the reason for installing it: 

  • Summer: Adding extra mulch helps soil retain moisture and keeps weeds at bay, allowing plants to thrive. 

  • Fall: Adding mulch helps control weeds and keeps soil and roots warm during the cooler months. Aim to add a layer of mulch 2 to 4 inches deep.

  • Winter: Mulch around perennial plants to help keep them insulated.

  • Spring: Wait until the ground has thawed. Depending on the thickness, add between 1 and 4 inches of mulch to provide freeze and rain protection and enrich the soil.

Gravel driveways require regular maintenance because the material can shift over time. Routine tasks include raking the gravel to ensure an even layer, filling in ruts or low spots, and removing debris, especially after storms. You should also add fresh gravel as needed to prevent potholes, remove weeds by hand or with an herbicide, and occasionally spray the driveway with water to reduce dust.

Periodically, you may need to grade and level the entire driveway, which is often done every few years. Any refilled potholes should be compacted; for excessive dust, you can use a mechanical compactor. To minimize future maintenance, ensure the land is properly graded before installation and consider laying down landscaping fabric to help keep the gravel in place. In areas with heavy rain, reinforcing the edges can help prevent erosion. Additionally, it's best to avoid using a snowplow on a gravel driveway during the winter.

Topsoil costs from $12 to $55 per cubic yard, depending on the type you choose. For example, screened black dirt will cost about $15 per cubic yard. Loam (soil composed of sand, silt, and clay) costs about $17 per cubic yard. Standard screened topsoil costs about $20 per cubic yard. The type of topsoil you need depends on your landscaping plans.

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