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Scotts Landscape And Excavation
4.7(
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Serving Carthage, MO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Scott's Landscaping called in the first 24 hours of our signing up with Angie. They showed up to meet us and our yard at the appointed time. They listened to what we wished to have accomplished, gave excellent advise as to the best way to do that. They showed up to do the job when they said they would be here and did everything that the contract stated. T"
Response time1 day
20 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by75%of homeowners
Taylor Chapman Lawn & Landscaping, LLC
4.0(
15
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Serving Carthage, MO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Taylor Chapman Lawn & Landscaping has been the best choice for my lawn care. Taylor is professional, dependable and easy to work with. He offers great communication about appointment times and any changes he is considering making to my lawn before he does them. I would definitely recommend."
Response time2 days
36 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by71%of homeowners
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Wilson Excavation
5.0(
2
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Serving Carthage, MO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"First time hiring Wilson excavation, overall it was the best experience I’ve had with a sub contractor. He did way more than he needed to and left the job looking a lot better than before even in a big piece of equipment."
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Joplin Garden and Lawn
New to Angi

Serving Carthage, MO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Joplin Garden and Lawn is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with the ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customer's interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

Response time3 hrs
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Moark Excavation LLC
New to Angi

Serving Carthage, MO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

Moark Excavation LLC is committed to offering the highest quality service with highest quality materials. Joe is committed to excellence in every aspect of his business. His distinction is the quality of service he brings to his customers. Accurate knowledge of his trade combined with ability is what makes him a true professional. Above all, he is watchful of his customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of his business.

Response time2 days
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Landscaping questions, answered by experts

DIY landscaping is possible, but professional services offer expertise in selecting appropriate plants and designing functional spaces that complement the natural environment and adhere to local regulations.

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

The most important thing to put under a rock garden is the appropriate soil. The specific soil needed will depend on the type of plants you’re growing as well as the environment you live in. You can also put non-woven or woven fabric under the rocks to add to the garden's structural stability.

Most experts recommend a quarter-inch layer of compost for best results, and you will need about .77 cubic yards of material per 1,000 square feet. To measure how much compost to use, take the square footage of your yard and multiply it by .77, then divide that number by 1,000.

Since you’ll likely be digging a trench to install your yard drainage system, this is a good time to complete other tasks that involve digging up your yard, including: Sprinkler system installation Lawn reseeding Regrading your yard Redesigning your landscaping If your drain is under a walkway or driveway, your contractor must also remove those materials. This is a great time to consider upgrading your hardscaping features, especially if they’re nearing the end of their life span.

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