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Landscape Impressions
4.6(
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Landscape - Install Landscaping for Yard or Garden

Serving Hackensack, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 1999

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We are very happy with the landscaping that was done in the front of our home. It was in poor shape for a long time, so everything needed to be ripped out and replaced. We love the dark mulch that Brian suggested and all of the plants and flowers he picked out for us (I know nothing about flowers so I asked him to give us his recommendations). He was very patient with me through the whole process and didn't mind at all that I asked for input on what should be planted. I would absolutely hire Landscape Impressions again as well as recommend them to my friends."
Response time11 hrs
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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EM&J Landscaping
5.0(
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Landscape - Install Landscaping for Yard or Garden

Serving Hackensack, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"EM&J were amazing. They helped bring my back yard to life. We live in Wyckoff and needed 75 trees planted, removal of several trees, leveling of yard, etcâ ¦ I have photos should anyone like to see before and after. My email is [email protected]. I highly recommend EM&J !"
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Response time3 hrs
Response rate97%
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Blue's Cleaners
4.1(
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Lawn Care - Maintain and Mow a Lawn

Serving Hackensack, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"It went really well! He was courteous, straightforward, and efficient while cleaning. The price was fair and he had all the equipment and supplies ready, so I didn’t have to worry about anything. The weather was bad, so I gave him a tip for the trouble, which he really appreciated."
Recommended by14%of homeowners
Ernest & Sons General Contractors
4.1(
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Landscape - Install Landscaping for Yard or Garden

Serving Hackensack, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 1997

Customers say: Quality work

"We hired Ernest and Sons to construct our patio tiles. We purchased 2' X 2' Tiles and I have to say they did a gorgeous job. I was so pleased with the way they showed up when they said they would. The men that laid out on my job worked so hard. The labor was very strenuous but they never took a break. They were the most conscientious and polite workers I've ever dealt with. They worked neatly, cleaned up totally afterward, and just had a great deal of respect for our property. They really did a beautiful job and Ernest, the owner is a real gentleman also. Love this company!"
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Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Abel Hardscape Designer
4.6(
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Landscape - Install Landscaping for Yard or Garden

Serving Hackensack, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Abel is very professional, he is excelent in his field. He is very responsible and reliable. I hired him for differnet priojects: He built a beautiful pond, patio and build entrance steps amd side walk. He is excllent and he also work in the winter removing snow for me. He is so reliable that when he tells yiu he will be there he is there and if he wonâ t making it he tells you why and when he will be able to be work on your project and he keeps his word. I recomend Abel very much for any type of project in your home."
Response time1 day
Response rate96%
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Junks End, LLC
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Landscape - Soil, Sand, Mulch and Rock Delivery

Serving Hackensack, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.\n

Response time40 mins
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Mulch and Topsoil questions, answered by experts

No, mulch itself does not necessarily attract termites even though it’s usually made of shredded wood. Some types of mulch like cedar or cypress resist termites because they’re toxic or unappetizing to the wood munchers. However, when the mulch is deep enough, say three inches or more, it creates a perfect habitat for insects of all kinds to build nests.

While they’re popular and have a lot of pros, the cons of river rocks include the following:

  • River rocks don’t break down or provide nutrients to plants. 

  • These stones can get hot and scorch nearby plants. 

  • River stones may heat the surrounding soil to inhospitable temperatures. 

  • Rocks can block rainwater from seeping into the ground if installations are too thick or tightly packed.

Most downsides occur when using river rock as mulch in gardens and flower beds. However, you can still incorporate river rocks into your landscape as long as you use them in the correct ways.

If you like the look of mulch in your plant beds, be aware that it can attract a variety of pests, including termites. To avoid wood-to-foundation contact, leave a one-foot barrier around your house and fill it in with rocks or gravel, starting mulch past that barrier and working it outward into your plant beds. 

When laying gravel, it's often a good idea to apply a base layer, such as sand or crushed concrete. You may also want to layer a weed-blocking membrane on top of the base layer to prevent weeds and grass from sprouting up in your gravel driveway. Without the appropriate base layer, the gravel you lay may sink into the soil.

When you purchase mulch for delivery, it’s usually by the cubic yard, so you’ll want to convert your space to cubic yards to get the right amount. First, determine the square footage of the area you want to cover, and then determine how deep the bed of mulch will be—a good rule of thumb is around three inches. Multiply your square footage in feet by the depth in inches and divide by 324. You may want to add a ½ to one additional cubic yard to ensure you have enough.

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