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Avatar for Nickel City Property Maintenance
Nickel City Property Maintenance
4.9(
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Elma, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Nick and his team are consummate professionals with a courteous and gentle manner. They did an amazing job on our front lawn and go above and beyond to please their customers. Iâ d recommend them to anyone looking for quality and timely landscaping."
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+22

Response time1 day
Response rate92%
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Precision Drainage & Excavating
Precision Drainage & Excavating
5.0(
5
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Landscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping - For Business

Serving Elma, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I would definitely use this company again and highly recommend them. They seemed very knowledgeable and were careful, courteous and a pleasure to work with. They showed up on time, explained everything and were very professional. Everything was cleaned up afterwards and looked better than we expected. GREAT JOB !"
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Future 80x100 Shop Pad Install
Future 80x100 Shop Pad Install
Future 80x100 Shop Pad Install
Future 80x100 Shop Pad Install

+29

Response time3 days
Response rate95%
19 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Terra Firma Services
5.0(
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Landscape - Install Landscaping for Yard or GardenLandscape - Install Landscaping for Yard or Garden - For BusinessLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Elma, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Needed some stump grinding done. He was professional and very reasonably priced and was able to fit me in quickly. Cleaned up after the job also which other estimates I had gotten did not include clean up. I also had him give me an estimate and will be coming back for landscaping cleanup, edging and mulching. Very hard worker, polite and professional. Would recommend!!"
Response time6 hrs
Response rate90%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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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. 

The best landscaping for a septic drain field is shallow-rooted grass or native vegetation that helps prevent soil erosion while allowing water to evaporate efficiently. Avoid planting trees, shrubs, or deep-rooted plants near the drain field because the roots can infiltrate pipes and cause blockages. Using mulch or gravel sparingly can also help retain moisture and protect the system without restricting airflow.

Consulting your local university extension, Audubon society, or municipal urban forestry program are all good ideas when choosing a tree to plant. You can also ask an arborist or a knowledgeable landscaping company for advice on good trees to plant.

The best type of rock for landscaping depends on your specific project and needs, as different rocks are suited for different applications. For covering large areas or creating an affordable driveway, consider gravel, but note that it can wash away in flowing water. For water features, river rocks are a good option. Flagstone and cobblestone are ideal for aesthetically pleasing patios and walkways. If you are building a stone wall, fieldstone or small boulders are up to the task. Large boulders and landscape rocks work well as statement pieces, to fill empty space, or to indicate boundaries, but be mindful that they can overwhelm smaller gardens. The best approach is to first define your landscaping project and then select the rock type that best fits that purpose.

A half inch above ground level is ideal for metal edging. This provides enough depth for the edging to hold in place and enough height to keep in most landscaping materials (like mulch or gravel). If you install edging too high off the ground, it will stand out from your landscaping and pose a tripping risk. If you install it too low, your ground cover won’t stay in place.

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