How much do professional garden services cost?

• <div><p>Many gardeners charge an hourly rate for their services, and your total cost will depend on the amount of services and the experience of the gardener. Gardeners with basic experience charge between <b>$20 and $30 per hour</b>, while a more experienced gardener can charge as much as <b>$60 to $88 per hour</b>. </p><p>The <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-much-does-lawn-mowing-cost.htm">cost of lawn mowing</a> is about <b>$125</b>, which you might need on a weekly or biweekly basis. However, the cost of soil testing averages about <b>$1,450</b>, which should only be done every three to five years. </p></div>

What does over-watered grass look like?

• <div><p>The look of an overwatered lawn is likely the first thing to tip you off. Overwatered lawns don’t look green and lush. They’ll often be yellowed and mushy or appear patchy and thinning. </p><p>Most signs of an overwatered lawn are visual; if your grass looks off, the lawn is likely over or underwatered.</p></div>

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Q: Should I mow or water first?

• <div><p>You should mow your lawn first and water it afterward, in most cases. You should not mow when your lawn it&rsquo;s wet as it could clog the blades. If you haven't been watering your lawn for an extended time or your area is experiencing a drought, water your grass first. Mowing thin, wispy grass can be difficult, so allow it to become fuller and thicker before mowing. Once it looks more lush and dry, go ahead and mow.</p></div>

Q: Is carpetgrass the same thing as St. Augustine grass?

• <div><p>No, carpetgrass and St. Augustine grass are two different species. However this is a very common misconception and you may even find St. Augustine grass is mislabeled as carpetgrass. Carpetgrass does not have as much shade tolerance as St. Augustine grass, and has narrower blades with an alternating pattern (while St. Augustine grass has an opposite pattern). St. Augustine grass doesn&rsquo;t have the weedy, high seedheads that carpetgrass produces.</p></div>

Q: What follow-up care is recommended after professional aeration?

• <div><p>Implement overseeding and fertilization to maximize aeration benefits and strengthen your lawn.</p></div>

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Reviewed in May 2023
Luke and Paige did such an incredible job with my living room walls and ceiling! They really care about their work and their customers! I would give them a 10/10 if I could on here! Amazing!
Cool Hand Painting
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Reviewed in March 2019
We were impressed with the efficiency and care taken to get to the vents and ducts and things moved back in place when he completed the work upstairs. The deodorizing and sanitizing part helped me think we could return home. Efficient, professional, and prompt with return call to us...
Swick's Duct Cleaning
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Reviewed in June 2015
Our experience with Premier was excellent. The house, outbuilding & fence were trashed by the storm 6/3/14. Randy was on the job from the 1st phone call. Dealing with the insurance, mortgage company, and always willing to make the not so short drive out here to handle things with all the...
Premier Exteriors
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Reviewed in March 2014
Both Dr. Tyler and Dr. Stewart are fantastic. Prices are great compared to other veterinarians in the area. Dr. Tyler was fantastic with follow up phone calls on the progress of labor for my dog. He then performed dew claw removal two days later on my puppies. I have used Fairbury Animal...
FAIRBURY ANIMAL CLINIC
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Reviewed in February 2014
Careful they won't pick up your garbage if it's at all muddy... They will often forget your garbage and leave it where it lays. They only pick it up every other week so if they forget it, you've got garbage for a month! They only provided one trash can for two houses.... Need I go on? Never...
MIDWEST REFUSE
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Reviewed in November 2013
First, the guys that came over to our place were professional and courteous. Dean was the main salesman. The first thing they did was to ask me what I wanted to change in my home in regards to comfort. I appreciated that as they actually cared about the things that I saw as problematic. They...
Thermal Services Inc
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Reviewed in September 2013
They were very quick to get us scheduled, and were so very kind to my timid rescue dog. I picked them because other reviewers had said the same, and they were right. Lola looked lovely and happy when I picked her up! They even told me about, what turned out to be a tumor, on her mammory...
Audrey's Pet Grooming LLC
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Reviewed in June 2013
I would highly recommend Bargain Movers. They are professional, responsive, and honest. They may not be the cheapest, but they are not the most expensive either. If or when we move again, I will be calling them. The owner, Luis, is a true professional. He was courteous and helpful from the...
Bargain Movers
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Reviewed in July 2012
They contacted me about a day after I called them which I wasn't expecting and they were right on it! They called me to let me know where they were and asked if they could come out in between their jobs, and they are excellent! They deserve their A, and they took care of everything!
HOOPER HEATING & COOLING
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Reviewed in February 2010
A similar report is being filed against the roofer, Neemann and Son's On 2/28/2006 we (I and my daughter and her then fiancé) contracted with Ryan McEwen of McEwen Construction to be the general contractor in charge of constructing two homes who’s frames were constructed by Yankee Barn Homes...
McEwen Construction
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DJDS is a small service company providing stump grinding, mowing services, property cleanup and other lawn services at highly competitive rates.

"Dan was nice and professional when he came to look at the Black Locust tree stump in my yard. He said when he would be able to grind it out and was on time and worked quickly and even cleaned up afterwards."

Jenny M on August 2024

DJDS is a small service company providing stump grinding, mowing services, property cleanup and other lawn services at highly competitive rates.

"Dan was nice and professional when he came to look at the Black Locust tree stump in my yard. He said when he would be able to grind it out and was on time and worked quickly and even cleaned up afterwards."

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R&A Hydroseeding is a service provider located in Norfolk, NE, serving Northeast Nebraska. We offer residential and commercial land grading, erosion control, landscape design, landscape install and hydroseeding. We can customize the perfect blend of seed for every application. Give us a call for a free estimate and more information.

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Cornhusker Landing

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Cornhusker Landing offers a variety of services. We specialize in dock installation, beach restoration, excavation and land clearing, septic, sea walls, and retaining walls. We can make your dream become a reality, whether you're on the water or not!

Black Top Contractors LLC

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Black Top Contractors LLC

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Locally owned business since 2018. Owner has 18 years of experience. *Seal Coating (Weather Permitting) *Patch Hole Repair *Parking Lot Striping *Hot Rubber Crack Filling *Tree/ Shrub Trimming and Removal *Gutter Cleaning and Repair *Pressure Washing *Weed Removal *Leaf Removal *Snow Removal

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Fresh and Green lawn and landscape

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At Fresh and Green lawn and landscape, we specialize in creating environments that match your moods, and personality. Call today for a Free estimate. You may be surprised by how affordable It can be for the backyard of your dreams. Locally owned, and operated with 5+ years of landscaping experience.

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Lawn Care questions, answered by experts

Many gardeners charge an hourly rate for their services, and your total cost will depend on the amount of services and the experience of the gardener. Gardeners with basic experience charge between $20 and $30 per hour, while a more experienced gardener can charge as much as $60 to $88 per hour.

The cost of lawn mowing is about $125, which you might need on a weekly or biweekly basis. However, the cost of soil testing averages about $1,450, which should only be done every three to five years.

You should mow your lawn first and water it afterward, in most cases. You should not mow when your lawn it’s wet as it could clog the blades. If you haven't been watering your lawn for an extended time or your area is experiencing a drought, water your grass first. Mowing thin, wispy grass can be difficult, so allow it to become fuller and thicker before mowing. Once it looks more lush and dry, go ahead and mow.

No, carpetgrass and St. Augustine grass are two different species. However this is a very common misconception and you may even find St. Augustine grass is mislabeled as carpetgrass. Carpetgrass does not have as much shade tolerance as St. Augustine grass, and has narrower blades with an alternating pattern (while St. Augustine grass has an opposite pattern). St. Augustine grass doesn’t have the weedy, high seedheads that carpetgrass produces.

The look of an overwatered lawn is likely the first thing to tip you off. Overwatered lawns don’t look green and lush. They’ll often be yellowed and mushy or appear patchy and thinning.

Most signs of an overwatered lawn are visual; if your grass looks off, the lawn is likely over or underwatered.

Implement overseeding and fertilization to maximize aeration benefits and strengthen your lawn.

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