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Encapsulate, LLC
5.0(
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Serving Effingham, SC and surrounding areas

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In business since 1992

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Having dealt with many contractors over the years, Jarrell is incredibly professional in all aspects of his work. He shows up on time with his workers, stays late working the project, and delivers on his commitments. Highly recommend!"
Response time5 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Pinehurst Turf Pros
5.0(
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Serving Effingham, SC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Highly recommend Pinehurst Turf Pros. They were great to work with and communicated throughout the entire process. They do meticulous work and took their time to make our project look great. Along with the great job of installing our turf, they did an outstanding job of cleaning up after the work was done and I truly appreciated the effort make things like they were before they arrived. Great people to work with and they were also great with letting our dogs join them at times so they could use the backyard. Quality work at a reasonable and fair price."
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Response time4 days
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by83%of homeowners
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Phillips Turf Group
4.6(
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Serving Effingham, SC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

Warranties offered

Credit card accepted

"Great company. Did what they said, were on time, great work. Job was done on time; quality was fantastic and wanted to make sure we were happy throughout the project. Great to work with."
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Response time2 days
19 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by70%of homeowners
Green Stripes Landscaping, LLC
5.0(
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Serving Effingham, SC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2017

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade, combined with ability, is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

12 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Florence Carpentry
5.0(
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Serving Effingham, SC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Excellent work and professionalism. Communicates problem issues to the homeowner. Noted issues the homeowner did not originally identify on their own."
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Response time1 day
Response rate89%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Glenn's Construction & Landscaping
2.9(
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Serving Effingham, SC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Quentin and his team did a wonderful job on my front porch and steps. His work is first rate, very reasonable and is very easy to work with. Finally someone that gives you options and shows up and finishes as scheduled. I will be using him again for the jobs that will come up around my older house. I highly recommend this company."
Response time2 days
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Viands Landscaping
5.0(
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Serving Effingham, SC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"I hired this company to mow my lawn. I had just moved here and found it very difficult to find a company that would mow my lawn for a reasonable price in a timely manner. Jesse and Kenny were responsive, fit me into their schedule very quickly, arrived on time, did a great job and were extremely professional and very pleasant. I will be using them on a regular basis going forward. I know that they do offer other services in addition to lawn mowing, so if you’re looking for the full package fertilizer, pest control, landscaping, they have expertise in these areas as well. I highly recommend them."
Response time3 days
Recommended by50%of homeowners
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Arborists questions, answered by experts

Cutting down a tree next to power lines is never a DIY job, and it’s a good idea to contact your utility company first. In most cases, the utility company will need to take care of any tree problems within 10 to 15 feet of power lines. If you want to remove the tree for aesthetic reasons, hire a pro to do the job. Trying to cut trees near power lines yourself can create many safety hazards, and you could be liable if you inadvertently cause damage to electrical equipment.

Coverage varies quite a bit by policy, but most homeowners' insurance policies will cover $500 to $1,000 of the cost of removing a tree. Additionally, if your tree causes damage to your property, like your house, many policies will cover some or all of the costs to repair the damage, depending on why the tree fell.

Many gardeners charge an hourly rate for their services, and your total cost will depend on the amount of services and the experience of the gardener. Gardeners with basic experience charge between $20 and $30 per hour, while a more experienced gardener can charge as much as $60 to $88 per hour.

The cost of lawn mowing is about $125, which you might need on a weekly or biweekly basis. However, the cost of soil testing averages about $1,450, which should only be done every three to five years. 

Your neighbor is not in a good position to know if your trees are truly dead or pose any kind of danger. That’s why hiring an arborist or tree service expert can be such an important part of the process. If the trees are still alive and don’t pose any threat, you’re in the clear (but you may want to document and photograph everything in case events turn sour down the road).

But if a tree is visibly dead and near the property line, you should remove it to be safe. If a dead tree falls on a neighbor’s property, they may have grounds to sue for negligence. If any branches on trees have died, it’s a good idea to cut them back for similar reasons.

Sometimes, knowing when you need tree-trimming services is straightforward, and other times, you have to do some investigating. Some tell-tale signs that you should have your tree trimmed include:

  • A poorly-formed tree with unruly branches, which makes the tree appear odd-shaped. 

  • A tree with tall or large branches that interfere with power lines or your home’s exterior.

  • A tree that provides too much shade in the yard due to branch overgrowth.

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