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Miller Concrete and Excavation
5.0(
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Serving Cato, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2017

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Ian and his crew at Miller Construction Group did a great job on our 1,500 sq ft driveway. Professional, efficient, and high-quality work. The finished product looks excellent and the whole process was smooth. Highly recommend."
Concrete
127 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by54%of homeowners
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M.Snyder Construction
4.8(
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Serving Cato, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 1995

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Emergency services offered

"Our backyard ground cover was out of control and needed to be removed, along with raking and removing leaves from our easement and general spring clean-up. Jay was great to work with from start to finish. This was not an easy job, but he and his crew had our yard looking beautiful in under three hours. We definitely will be using Snyder & Sons Lawn and Landscaping for fall and spring clean-up in the future, as well as other landscaping projects.."
Response time1 day
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by82%of homeowners
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NXTGEN Lawn & Landscape
5.0(
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Serving Cato, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2025

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"This was a professional team to work with. They communicated the work plan and got the job completed as quickly as possible while maintaining quality and performance. I’m very happy with the results of our backyard project and will hire this team for future work. Nancy Krupka"
Retaining wall
Retaining wall
Retaining wall
Retaining wall
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Done Right External Maintenance
4.5(
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Serving Cato, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2017

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Offers commercial services

We offer only the best in quality workmanship and professional courtesy. We specialize in all phases of commercial and residential landscaping. We are committed quality work and outstanding results & are strongly involved in local community activities. We look forward to working with you!

Mulch install with bed edging
Mulch install with bed edging
Mulch install with bed edging
Mulch install with bed edging
Mulch install with bed edging

+9

Response time4 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Cole's Lawncare
5.0(
3
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Serving Cato, NY and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Cole has done a great job every time he has worked at my home. He’s on time, polite, respectful and his work ethic is terrific. I wouldn’t think of hiring anyone else. Please reach out to Cole Pickard for your lawn-care needs."
Sidewalk Edging
Lawn mowing
Lawncare
Lawncare
Lawncare

+3

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Uncle Grouchys Lawn CNY
5.0(
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Serving Cato, NY and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

Credit card accepted

Welcome to Uncle Grouchy’s Lawn CNY, your dependable local partner for premier property maintenance across the Central New York region. Don’t let the name fool you—we bring unmatched energy, a friendly professional attitude, and sharp attention to detail to every single yard we service. We know your time is valuable, which is why we are dedicated to taking the hassle out of weekend yard work so you can simply sit back, relax, and enjoy a pristine outdoor space.\nOur team specializes in the core essentials that keep your residential or commercial property looking sharp, neat, and beautifully manicured. Our top-tier services include precision lawn mowing, expert weed whacking and string trimming around fences, trees, and walkways, and thorough blowing to ensure your driveways, patios, and sidewalks are completely free of clippings and debris.\nAt Uncle Grouchy’s, we pride ourselves on reliability, punctuality, and excellent customer service. No shortcuts, no mess left behind—just clean lin

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Landscaping questions, answered by experts

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.

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.

While you can leave roots in the ground, if you don’t want the shrub to regrow again over time, it’s best not to leave any roots behind. Ensure you remove as much of the shrub as possible, including the root ball and any main roots you can see, to prevent new growth. Some gardeners opt for using a chemical treatment to prevent the stump from growing back, but this can kill beneficial microorganisms living in your soil.

Yes, you can landscape in the rain, but you should take some precautions to keep yourself and your tools safe. Avoid using electric landscaping tools during rainfall, and don’t mow, thatch, aerate, or rake in the rain, as your tools can more easily tear out roots in the loose soil. Be careful when working on wet grass, and take your time to avoid slipping. Avoid putting in new plants before a particularly bad storm, as heavy rain and strong winds can damage or uproot plants that aren’t yet established.

It’s usually best to buy plants from a local greenhouse or nursery yourself, but landscapers are also a reliable option. First, you can choose exactly what plants you want based on their appearance rather than relying on your landscaper to choose. Additionally, while it’s more time-consuming to go buy the plants yourself, you’ll often save money because landscapers charge for delivery and may upcharge the plants. You can also speak to a professional at a nursery to ensure you understand how to care for your plants and get the most long-term value.

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