"I reached out to him to inquire about a couple of stumps that needed removed. He came out super fast, gave a very reasonable quote. After we agreed on the price, he came out and made super quick work of the three stumps.
Will definitely be hiring again when I have more stumps that need removed."
"He did a great job. He was here on time a finished after cleaning up all the area. Very easy to work with. I will be recommending him to our neighbors and friends."
"I think they treated the wrong lawn. The note they sent me via text message referenced trees and shrubs in my yard, I have none. They also did not leave a yard marker showing they had been there. Otherwise, this would have been a 5 star review."
"We have used him for 4 projects. 3 were small and one was significant, including wall demolition/repair and repairing some floor joists. For all of these projects, he was consistently punctual, efficient, and charged a fair price. He has creative ideas, and a customer-first approach."
Hi my name is Josh. I've been in construction and home maintenance for over 30 years. I have the knowledge and tools to bring to the table. I would love to help you out in anyway I can. Thank you Josh Forester
"Beth did a wonderful job. She showed up exactly when we agreed to meet, and showed a level of attentiveness and professionalism that I’ve yet to see in any other cleaning service. I would definitely recommend her to friends and family."
The best way to landscape your front yard on a budget is to invest in hiring a professional for hardscaping—things like upgrading walkways, redoing driveways, and installing partitions around garden beds. You can often do the softscaping yourself—think laying down mulch, caring for your lawn, removing weeds, and planting flowers and shrubs. It’s also almost always worthwhile to pay a professional for routine yard maintenance, as this dramatically improves curb appeal and delivers above 100% ROI in most cases.
To prepare your yard for river rocks, smaller rocks may require laying landscape fabric to keep the stones from sinking into the ground while encouraging proper water drainage. You should also clear the land of weeds and larger boulders and, in some cases, test the density of the soil to ensure it can handle the weight.
Overall, artificial turf maintenance isn’t time- or labor-intensive, especially compared to natural lawns. To clean artificial grass, you can start by raking away any organic debris, like leaves and dirt, that have blown in from somewhere else. Then, break out the hose to take care of most messes that are left over.
Branches, leaves, grass clippings, and landscaping debris are typically collected.
It’s unlikely your leaves are a hazard, especially if you get to them while they’re dry. However, a couple of rare risks exist. University studies suggest that decaying leaves can produce organochlorines, toxic pollutants similar to man-made PCBs (polychlorinated biphenyls), so avoid keeping them in an enclosed area.
Also, leaves and compost may cause the growth of fungi that can cause diseases like histoplasmosis and aspergillosis, as well as mold spores that are unhealthy for human lungs. Again, severe issues are rare, but those with compromised immune systems or allergies to mold should wear face masks when directly handling leaves.
The Strafford, MO homeowners’ guide to lawn services
From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.
Discover average lawn aeration cost, key price factors, and tips to save. Get a clear estimate for your yard and learn how to choose between DIY and hiring a pro.
When it comes to regular lawn care service—mowing, trimming, weed killing, and other landscaping—don’t settle for anything but the best; here’s how to find it.
Everyone wants lush, green lawns, but how do you do it? Using the right lawn fertilizer schedule is a good way to start. Here’s how to make your yard look its best.
