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KSJ Management LLC

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KSJ Management LLC

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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
10 local quotes requested

KSJ Management LLC proudly serves its customers with pride, integrity and attention to the details that matter most to you. This is one of the many things that sets us apart from the rest. We are locally owned and operated. Give us a call today!

"very pleased with outcome"

Jeanette B on June 2024

KSJ Management LLC proudly serves its customers with pride, integrity and attention to the details that matter most to you. This is one of the many things that sets us apart from the rest. We are locally owned and operated. Give us a call today!

"very pleased with outcome"

Jeanette B on June 2024


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Zehr's Flowers and Landscaping

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Zehr's Flowers and Landscaping

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12 local quotes requested
22 years of experience

Zehr's Flowers and Landscaping we take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service that we provide to meet the consumers 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.

"The crew did an excellent job. They responded to my emails promptly and relayed my messages that I left by phone. They arrived on time as they said they would."

Steve D on May 2025

Zehr's Flowers and Landscaping we take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service that we provide to meet the consumers 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.

"The crew did an excellent job. They responded to my emails promptly and relayed my messages that I left by phone. They arrived on time as they said they would."

Steve D on May 2025


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EMC Property and Excavation

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EMC Property and Excavation

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Customers say: Quick response
29 local quotes requested
29 years of experience

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

"They did a Great job, stabilizing a steep slope with rock and grading. Speading top of area with crush and run stone to make a very nice finished look. Great job ,would recommend EMC for any job. Thank you"

Ken M on October 2025

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

"They did a Great job, stabilizing a steep slope with rock and grading. Speading top of area with crush and run stone to make a very nice finished look. Great job ,would recommend EMC for any job. Thank you"

Ken M on October 2025


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Elite Property Management

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Elite Property Management

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42 local quotes requested
1 years of experience

We manage the whole process, from the preliminary estimating to the final clean-up, with thorough attention to detail and open communication. I believe in working with people and keeping them informed every step of the way. Quality takes priority, either a job is done right or it’s not worth doing at all. After all, this is a tailor- made service for you.

"Vincenzo is efficient and communicative. His attention to detail and meticulous standards are top notch"

Renee T on July 2025

We manage the whole process, from the preliminary estimating to the final clean-up, with thorough attention to detail and open communication. I believe in working with people and keeping them informed every step of the way. Quality takes priority, either a job is done right or it’s not worth doing at all. After all, this is a tailor- made service for you.

"Vincenzo is efficient and communicative. His attention to detail and meticulous standards are top notch"

Renee T on July 2025


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R&I Evolution Construction

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R&I Evolution Construction

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1 years of experience

Welcome to R&I Evolution Construction! Fully Insured, Owner-Operated with over 10 years combined experience. We offer a variety of services from new construction and remodeling to landscaping and exterior work. With everything in between! We work closely with each client to understand their unique needs and our commitment to customer satisfaction means we will not rest until you are 100% satified! Contact R&I Evolution Construction today to get your project underway! We offer FREE estimates/quotes!

Welcome to R&I Evolution Construction! Fully Insured, Owner-Operated with over 10 years combined experience. We offer a variety of services from new construction and remodeling to landscaping and exterior work. With everything in between! We work closely with each client to understand their unique needs and our commitment to customer satisfaction means we will not rest until you are 100% satified! Contact R&I Evolution Construction today to get your project underway! We offer FREE estimates/quotes!


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Fresh Cut Property Services

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Fresh Cut Property Services

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25 years of experience

We offer quality services with a professional look and attention to detail. Free estimates, open communication, honesty and integrity. Lawn services include mowing, mulching, spring and fall clean ups, tree work, seeding and more. Hardscapes include pavers, water features, rock walls. We also provide snow plowing. We served the Boston area until 2017 until relocating to Jefferson County where we have continued on.

We offer quality services with a professional look and attention to detail. Free estimates, open communication, honesty and integrity. Lawn services include mowing, mulching, spring and fall clean ups, tree work, seeding and more. Hardscapes include pavers, water features, rock walls. We also provide snow plowing. We served the Boston area until 2017 until relocating to Jefferson County where we have continued on.


MR LawnCare & Landscaping

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MR LawnCare & Landscaping

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Lawn care & Landscaping services, Mowing, trimming, hedge and brush clearing. New and existing landscapes. Stone and material hauling. New sod lawns, fertilizing

Lawn care & Landscaping services, Mowing, trimming, hedge and brush clearing. New and existing landscapes. Stone and material hauling. New sod lawns, fertilizing


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J Reid Farms

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J Reid Farms

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6 years of experience

We are a family run business with over 20 years experience in excavation, septic, and driveway installation. We pride ourselves in providing quality services with pride and integrity in all that we do. Give us a call today!

We are a family run business with over 20 years experience in excavation, septic, and driveway installation. We pride ourselves in providing quality services with pride and integrity in all that we do. Give us a call today!


Gagnon Construction

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Gagnon Construction

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9 years of experience

Gagnon Construction is a private and locally owned company expanding in the North Country. Offering almost all residential construction services, and offering other services such as; landscaping, gardening, snow removal, stone & mulch delivery.

Gagnon Construction is a private and locally owned company expanding in the North Country. Offering almost all residential construction services, and offering other services such as; landscaping, gardening, snow removal, stone & mulch delivery.


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Mulch and Topsoil questions, answered by experts

Pea gravel is the most common type of gravel, and it can be made of limestone, granite, basalt, sandstone, and many other types of rock. The strength in gravel comes from the distribution across the stones, so while one rock type may not be particularly strong (like sandstone), the matrix of small rocks that is gravel can become incredibly strong when installed correctly. 

If you decide to DIY your boulder removal project, you’ll want to wear work gloves and protect your eyes if you decide to break the boulder into smaller pieces. Wear a lifting harness and focus on lifting with your legs to prevent back injuries. If you’re digging around a large boulder or using heavy machinery to get underneath it, make sure there are no utility lines nearby.

Using sand under stepping stones can be beneficial in certain situations. Sand can help level the ground and provide stability for the stepping stones, especially if the ground is uneven. It also allows for minor adjustments during the installation process. However, sand may not be the best choice for all environments. In areas with high foot traffic or heavy rain, sand may wash away or become displaced, leading to an uneven surface. In such cases, a more stable base material like gravel or crushed stone is preferable. Consider your specific landscape conditions before deciding whether to use sand under stepping stones.

The best time to lay mulch depends on the type of mulch and the reason for installing it: 

  • Summer: Adding extra mulch helps soil retain moisture and keeps weeds at bay, allowing plants to thrive. 

  • Fall: Adding mulch helps control weeds and keeps soil and roots warm during the cooler months. Aim to add a layer of mulch 2 to 4 inches deep.

  • Winter: Mulch around perennial plants to help keep them insulated.

  • Spring: Wait until the ground has thawed. Depending on the thickness, add between 1 and 4 inches of mulch to provide freeze and rain protection and enrich the soil.

The difference between river rock and landscaping rocks is size, smoothness, and use. River rocks are smooth and flat, as if polished by water, and come in diameters between 1 and 8 inches. Landscape rock can vary in size from small pea gravel installations to car-sized boulders. However, landscaping and river rocks are interchangeable in many situations. River rock is best for pathways, walkways, garden bed mulch, water features, and planting accents, while small landscape rocks can serve as a walkway base, gravel playground areas, and filler between pavers.

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