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Greenway Yard & Landscape
4.5(
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Serving Ashland, NE and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Paul answered my request promptly - was well prepared for the interview ( pictures of walls and blocks available) he listened to what we wanted and was able to work with in our budget and the time frame that we needed. The workers that he sent out to replace the wall were very polite and were experienced in what they were doing. They did a great job and cleanup. I highly recommend Paul Greenway and will look forward to working with him on other projects."
Response time2 days
21 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
McLean Earthworx LLC
5.0(
3
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Serving Ashland, NE and surrounding areas

Approved

My name is Terron McLean. I am the owner of McLean Earthworx LLC.\n\nI'm a new business owner stepping into the heavy equipment industry with 10 years of heavy equipment hands-on experience.\n\n8 of those years I additionally served, and continue to serve, in the US Air Force as a heavy equipment operator.\n\nWhile I know I still have a lot to learn and don’t have all the answers, I'm passionate about my work and committed to providing the best service possible. I truly value the support and understanding of my clients, as it helps me grow both personally and professionally.\n\nI'm open to taking on new challenges and trying out fresh ideas to meet your needs. Together, we can navigate the way forward, and I'm excited to build lasting relationships while delivering quality results.

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Fieldcrest Outdoor Solutions
New to Angi

Serving Ashland, NE and surrounding areas

Approved

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

Small jobs welcome

Fieldcrest Outdoor Solutions provides professional irrigation, lawn installation, and outdoor improvement services built on precision, reliability, and clean workmanship. We design and install high‑quality sprinkler systems, drainage solutions, landscape borders, and rock beds that are engineered to perform and made to last. Every project is planned with accuracy, from trenching and head layout to backflow integration and system testing, ensuring homeowners get efficient coverage, dependable water flow, and a yard that looks intentional and well‑finished.We focus on doing the job right the first time with clear communication, honest expectations, and contractor‑level quality. \n\nWhether it’s a full irrigation system, new lawn installation, or detailed landscape work, Fieldcrest delivers durable results and a clean, professional finish every time.

Backflow Preventer
Grade Correction
Grade Corrections
Irrigation Planning
Trench Work

+1

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R & R Hauling
4.9(
113
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Serving Ashland, NE and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"R&R Hauling is a great company! We requested for them to clear out a severely overgrown backyard full of chest-high, woody weeds and 1-2 inch thick saplings after the task proved to be too big of a job for my family to complete in a timely manner. I've always been incredibly anxious about paying for labor, as I catastrophize about worst case scenarios all the time, but when I reached out to Robert and his team, I was quoted a much better value than I had expected! Once the job was completed, Robert made sure we were happy with the work. I would definitely recommend his team to friends and family given the opportunity, and they will be the first business we call, should any other major yardwork be required on the property. Thank you so much, Robert and team!!"
trash
Tree Removal
We can handle the large jobs
trash
Tree Removal

+78

Recommended by96%of homeowners
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MWC Construction
4.1(
120
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Serving Ashland, NE and surrounding areas

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Everything went great. The job was affordable and finished quickly. The 2 man crew were clean, courteous, and did a great job. I will definitely be using MWC for future concrete work."
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

You should dig 3 to 6 inches deep for plastic edging. Dig as wide as you need to fit your plastic edging into it—2 inches is usually sufficient.

Tree experts don’t advise against digging through tree roots, but instead encourage caution and consultation with a local arborist to make sure you don’t damage the tree’s structure or interrupt its water or nutrient intake. An arborist can recommend specific practices when digging and help prune the roots or dig a trench for utilities with a tool that can remove soil without touching the tree’s roots.

The easier way to find buried sprinkler lines is to use the plan from the professionals who installed the system. If you don’t have professional plans, listen for running water on your lawn when you turn on the system. You may also spot wet areas, giving you an idea of where the heads are. Once you find the sprinkler heads, you’ll likely be able to connect the dots between them, revealing the system below.

While you can save some money by digging your own pool, you may end up paying more in construction equipment rental fees in the long run. You could, however, focus your DIY energies on lowering the cost of leveling your lawn for your pool or filling in surrounding landscaping after construction.

Some two-in-one tools and machines do both jobs, and those could be the right solution for smaller residential projects. However, the phrase “use the right tool for the job” definitely applies to digging. For the best results, get two separate tools for your trenching and landscape edging projects or call a pro to take care of everything for you.

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