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Last update on October 17, 2025

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Avatar for Eldi Lanscaping Services LLC
Eldi Lanscaping Services LLC
4.6(
52
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Retaining Wall - Install

Serving Athens, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Eldi has now completed two different projects at my home. A large, stone paver project around a pool and a landscape stone wall across my front yard. They were very responsive to our messages and arrived at the agreed time. Pricing was fair as well. Work looks great. I will definitely hire again"
Blocks wall
Blocks wall
Blocks wall
Blocks wall
Blocks wall

+136

Response time12 hrs
Response rate85%
96 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Avatar for All Elements llc
All Elements llc
5.0(
8
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Landscape - Soil, Sand, Mulch and Rock DeliveryLandscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping - For Business

Serving Athens, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"I hired Mike to remove a 150 ft row of overgrown brush that had an old fence running in the middle. The day of the job Mike arrived on time and had all the proper equipment for the job. He was able to complete this job in a day. After the removal he added top soil and graded my lawn so now the water runs to the road and doesn’t pool in my yard. He listen to what I wanted and gave his advice and I am thrilled with the result. I would highly recommend Mike."
My jobs
My jobs
My jobs
My jobs
My jobs

+7

Response time9 hrs
Response rate100%
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Northeast Woodland Restoration LLC
4.7(
3
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Landscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping - For Business

Serving Athens, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Small jobs welcome

Credit card accepted

"Great job and very professional. They were flexible with our requests as the job progresses and delivered."
Pine Tree top removal
Pine Tree top removal
Pine Tree top removal
Pine Tree top removal
Response time8 hrs
Response rate100%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Avatar for Red Cedar Landscapes, Inc.
Red Cedar Landscapes, Inc.
4.0(
1
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Retaining Wall - InstallLandscape - Install Landscaping for Yard or Garden

Serving Athens, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1980

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I believe the weather will affect the outcome of my outdoor project: Iâ ve decided to wait until next Spring."
Stanfordville Farmhouse
Stanfordville Farmhouse
Stanfordville Farmhouse
Stanfordville Farmhouse
Stanfordville Farmhouse

+26

Response time11 hrs
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Oneonta Home & Garden
5.0(
2
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Designer - LandscapeLandscape - Install Landscaping for Yard or GardenLandscape - Install Landscaping for Yard or Garden - For Business

Serving Athens, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Absolutely wonderful work! No hassle, dependable and a great guy to just talk with while he works! Had a front stairway/deck put on and I’m beyond thrilled with the finished project!! Thank you again!!"
Lake Front Cottage
Dry laid terrace retaining walls, work in progress
Lake front cottage
Dry laid bluestone retaining wall, work in progress
Dry laid bluestone retaining wall

+12

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SMS Paving
3.9(
8
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Landscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping - For BusinessLandscape - Soil, Sand, Mulch and Rock Delivery+1 more

Serving Athens, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Professional , knowledgeable and efficient. They gave me several options and the project came out great !"
New Driveway in Progress
Top Soil Delivered
Response time2 days
15 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Avatar for Riffle Lawn Care & More
Riffle Lawn Care & More
5.0(
1
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Lawn Care - Maintain and Mow a LawnLawn & Yard Waste Clean UpLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Athens, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

Offers commercial services

"Absolutely fabulous! I had an overgrown lawn about 3ft high and they didn’t even blink! Just said no problem! They were also the only people I called that actually answered their phone.& I didn’t have to leave a msg with a computer prompt that kept cutting me off. They even came to ck out the job first. It was a huge job and they are miracle workers. I will be utilizing their services for years to come. 10 stars! Definitely recommend them."
Ballston Spa
Ballston Spa
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Landscaping questions, answered by experts

Many ways to landscape a steep slope on a budget exist. Avoiding expensive retaining wall construction is the first step. Consider creating a rocky slope with boulders or large stones, or think about planting perennials that return every year with a single investment. Transplanting small trees from elsewhere on your property is also possible and can help to stabilize steep slopes without purchasing new ones. 

Grass is the most popular and safest option for planting over a septic drain field, but you can also plant small flowering plants and other lightweight plants that don’t have woody or deep roots. Avoid trees and bushes within 10 feet of the field, as the woody roots can crack the perforated pipes. You should also avoid planting vegetable or fruit gardens over your drain field, as a leak from the pipes could contaminate the soil and put anyone who eats the produce at risk.

You should plant trees at least 15 to 20 feet away from your house, and more if the tree will grow large and spread its limbs. Trees pose several dangers to houses when planted too close. They can litter the roof with leaves and branches, create fire hazards, make a ladder for larger pests, and even damage the foundation as their roots grow.

Yes, you can put topsoil over sand to encourage grass growth. The topsoil will help to improve water retention and promote grass roots’ development, making it a recommended step of the seeding process. Adding a layer of topsoil will provide additional nutrients to the sandy soil, helping the grass grow and remain healthy through many seasons.

When planting, it's best to leave several feet between a house and a juniper bush. Many juniper varieties will become quite bushy and require space to grow. Juniper branches that come into contact with siding can damage the home's exterior over time. Also, some juniper bushes have aggressive roots that can put pressure on a home's foundation or basement walls. 

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