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Eldi Lanscaping Services LLC
4.6(
52
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Serving Durham, 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%
107 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Dan Mayer Design
3.6(
25
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Serving Durham, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Dan Mayer’s design firm exceeded my expectations on all levels. Most importantly, Mr. Mayer was able to streamline my hodgepodge of ideas into a truly beautiful landscape that I am able to enjoy year round. I am looking forward to having him return once the construction on my guest house and pool has been completed."
Patio Build
bluestone walkway
land clearing
bluestone retread
Retaining wall

+48

24 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by50%of homeowners
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All Elements llc
5.0(
8
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Serving Durham, 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%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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SHAE Land Services, LLC
5.0(
3
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Serving Durham, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

"I wanted to excavate an unwanted asphalt driveway. Leon was fantastic! He’s patient, responsive, immediately likable, and professional. He got the job done quickly and efficiently. I was extremely pleased!"
Land Clearing
Land Clearing
Land Clearing
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Oneonta Home & Garden
5.0(
1
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Serving Durham, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Mike was incredibly kind and helpful getting things done to code on our budget. He did our porch, firewall and kitchen floor without a big crew or making a huge mess. Highly recommend for anyone who needs a fix up or a bigger projects and needs to work on a budget! Will happily call him for any other repairs needed going forward."
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

16 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Landscaping questions, answered by experts

If you are xeriscaping a lawn from scratch, your best bet for preparing the lawn is to work with a xeriscaping specialist in your area. The most common first step to making the transformation, however, will be to remove the turfgrass from your lawn. The subsequent steps will often include amending the soil to support new plants and installing low-drip or drip irrigation systems.

In addition to aloe vera and lilac, other effective humidity-reducing plants include peace lilies, Boston ferns, English ivy, spider plants, and lucky bamboo. These plants thrive in humid environments and can naturally lower moisture levels. Place them in areas prone to dampness for the best results.

Landscaping prices are sometimes negotiable, but it depends on the professional with whom you’re working. In most cases, you’ll have a better chance of negotiating prices down the more work you have done. Your pro might be willing to discount labor if they’re guaranteed a large job. You can also ask your landscaper to recommend more affordable materials that will still bring your vision to life to save.

As much as you might try to keep a healthy, nutrient-rich lawn, you still may notice signs of St. Augustine decline (SAD)—a viral disease that discolors your grass blades. St. Augustine decline looks like:

  • Discoloration in the leaves (chlorosis)—leaves appear yellow and splotchy

  • Decline in growth

  • Leaves turn black within 3 years

  • Grass appears less vibrant

  • Grass begins to thin

  • Root rot

  • Grass takes longer to recover

Hedges can be trimmed in many other shapes than the standard square shape. They can be cut into spiral, cone, and sphere shapes. However, cutting and maintaining these types of shapes is much more challenging. There are metal frames that you can purchase to place around the hedge to make it much easier.

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