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Ground Breakers Landscaping and Demolition
4.3(
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Serving Elyria, OH and surrounding areas

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In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We are in our 80’s and decided we needed to make our flower beds smaller and more manageable. At this time, we had at least 15 large beds and they were all full of weeds. Since we could no longer maintain these beds, we started searching for a landscaping company that could take care of all this for us. We went through a website called Angi and found several names to choose from. We selected Ground Breakers Landscaping & Demolition. The owner of this business is Sean Griffin. Sean responded immediately, gave us an estimate, we accepted, and he went straight to work. Not only did he and his crew do what we paid for (edging, mulching, weeding, planting grass where needed), they went above and beyond (to make everything look good), mulching around our trees, cleaning out an area of our backyard and putting in mulch and gravel, and made our fire pit area very nice. After showing us what he could do, we hired him to clean out an overgrown area along our driveway and he did an exceptional job with that as well. We are very pleased with Ground Breakers Landscaping & Demolition, especially with Sean. He is a very knowledgeable and caring individual who goes above and beyond what is expected of him. We purchased flowers from Sean, at a discount, Everything is just what we expected, and more. We will be having him, and his crew come back monthly to do the upkeep on our gardens."
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Recommended by45%of homeowners
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Friesen Family Renovations, LLC
4.7(
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Serving Elyria, OH and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Chris with Friesen Family Renovations, LLC was very professional and thorough in the work he has completed. He installed a new screen door, replaced my tub stem and faucet, repaired my subfloor in the kitchen and installed brand new LVP flooring to replace old and water damaged flooring. He also mounted a television for me, and did some drywall repairs as well. I would recommend this business to anyone looking for quality and dependable work!"
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by69%of homeowners
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Brothers of Landscape Development, LLC
4.2(
49
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Serving Elyria, OH and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2014

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Joe and his crew did a fantastic job replacing our front porch, walkway , and lawn. The quality of their workmanship was top notch! They completed the job in 2 days."
Brick walkway
Paver walkway
Paver walkway
Unilock wall
Response time1 day
112 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Montana Jake, LLC
4.6(
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Serving Elyria, OH and surrounding areas

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In business since 2001

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I am so grateful to have found Shawn and Rick to do our project. Wow! Wow! Wow! We needed grading and a French drain installed on our property. Shawn clearly explained everything he needed to do to complete our job. He was thorough, on time, professional and very kind and trustworthy. He and Rick went above and beyond to help us and even fixed some extra issues just because they are kind, thoughtful and helpful. I highly recommend Montana Jake, LLC and will be calling them for any future jobs. I cannot say enough good things about them."
Response time2 hrs
30 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by78%of homeowners
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Fernajes Landscaping
4.7(
17
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Serving Elyria, OH and surrounding areas

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In business since 2010

Free estimates

Customers say: Terrific value

"These guys are great! I was having an extremely difficult time to even get someone to come and give me an estimate. I contacted them and they came out, gave me an estimate of time and money. Showed up on time, worked quickly and efficiently and best of all --- did a fantastic job! I would definitely hire them in the future."
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+3

Response time1 day
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Lunsford Group LLC
5.0(
10
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Serving Elyria, OH and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Here to remove large tree branches that damaged my roof. They arrived the morning after the storm to tarp my roof and remove the branches. The repair was completed the next week. Garage looks great, very satisfied with project. They communicated with my insurance to help me get coverage for the damage. My yard was cleaned up after they finished. I would recommend this company 100%, great job"
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Completed project!
Masonry construction!
Completed brick veneer!
Needs some contrast!

+4

Response time2 days
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by37%of homeowners
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

There are many ways to cut through roots when digging, especially if your trencher doesn’t seem to be removing the roots. First, use a shovel to expose the roots. Then, use gardening shears to clear out smaller roots or a reciprocating saw to remove larger plant roots. If you plan on keeping the plant, avoid cutting any roots over 2 inches thick.

Your contractor should handle dust control during the project. It's best to speak with your contractor beforehand to check if they plan to cover your furniture, protect your vents, or use fans to redirect dust. Eliminating drywall dust is a particularly large challenge during construction, so always take this into account during your planning phase.

Completion time ranges from days to weeks, contingent on project size, environmental conditions, and regulatory approvals.

There are several methods to hollow out a tree stump, and the best one depends on your tools, experience, and priorities. Common methods include using a chisel and hammer, a chainsaw, or burning.

  • Chisel and Hammer: This is often considered the easiest approach for those with limited tools or experience, though it is the most time-consuming.

  • Chainsaw: Using a chainsaw is the fastest method, but it comes with significant safety risks, especially for inexperienced users.

  • Burning: This can be an effective method, but it is not recommended unless you can first drill holes into the stump. Without holes, the stump will be difficult to light and may not burn completely through.

A power drill with at least a ⅜-inch diameter bit can make the job quicker and easier, regardless of the primary method. While you can use a chisel or chainsaw without a drill, it will require more time and effort. Always wear protective goggles and thick gloves, as splinters are an inevitable risk.

To locate an underground downspout, you should start by identifying where the above ground gutter drains. Look for an entry point, such as a pipe or elbow leading into the ground. Follow the surface path for signs like depressions, landscaping disruptions, or wet areas after rain. You can use a metal detector or plumber’s snake to trace the pipe underground. For deeper pipes, a professional locator tool or camera inspection may be necessary. Visual markers or utility maps can also guide the search.

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