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Glacial Lakes Handyman
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Landscape - Install Landscaping for Yard or GardenLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Arlington, SD and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

I’m a dependable handyman with five years of hands-on experience in residential construction and landscaping. I’ve spent two years working as a carpenter on home building projects and three years in professional landscaping, giving me a strong foundation in home repairs, installations, outdoor projects, and general maintenance.\n\nI take pride in doing quality work, showing up on time, and treating every home with respect. Whether it’s assembling furniture, making repairs, installing fixtures, completing yard projects, or tackling other handyman tasks, my goal is to provide reliable service and workmanship you can count on.

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Gorilla Lawnservices Inc
4.6(
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Lawn & Yard Waste Clean UpLawn Care - Maintain and Mow a Lawn

Serving Arlington, SD and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Offers commercial services

"Work was done very well. Was especially please with the care not to damage other property and yard structures. Very pleasant and easy to work with. Reasonable price with no hidden add-ons. Cleaned up after work was completed."
Response time1 day
Recommended by76%of homeowners
Outdoor Design and Landscaping LLC
5.0(
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Designer - LandscapeLandscape - Install Landscaping for Yard or GardenLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping+3 more

Serving Arlington, SD and surrounding areas

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Can't say enough good things! They show up on time, work hard the whole time they are here, never on their phones, and they clean up after themselves every single night. Always returns my phone calls within 24 hours, great company!"
Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Dirt Works LLC
4.4(
4
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Landscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping - For Business

Serving Arlington, SD and surrounding areas

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Brandon did an amazing job of digging out and leveling what used to be a trash pit, into a beautiful dog yard! He was easy to work with and timely. If anyone need excavation or landscaping done I would use him! Heâ s a hard worker and does a nice job!"
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+9

Response time7 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Landscaping questions, answered by experts

If you choose to leave gaps between your pavers, you can grow some ground cover plants between them for an organic feel. Look for plants such as creeping thyme, dymondia, jewel mint of Corsica, or clover.

Grass is the most popular and safest option for planting over a septic drain field, but you can also plant small flowering plants and other lightweight plants that don’t have woody or deep roots. Avoid trees and bushes within 10 feet of the field, as the woody roots can crack the perforated pipes. You should also avoid planting vegetable or fruit gardens over your drain field, as a leak from the pipes could contaminate the soil and put anyone who eats the produce at risk.

A scattering of leaves won’t pose a problem through the winter, but a thicker layer of leaves may not decompose before the first frost and can instead weigh down your grass and harbor mold or fungi. A thick layer of leaves also cuts off light and air that grass needs to grow. That’s why we suggest removing thick leaf layers within several days if possible. If your lawn goes dormant over the winter and snow has already caught up with you, then remove the leaves in early spring before your grass-growing season starts so your lawn can thrive.

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.

Multiple rules of thumb exist when discussing tree planting. When planting a tree, the best rule of thumb is to provide it with everything it needs to survive and thrive in its new environment. That may mean learning about the type of tree you're planting and studying the best methods of taking care of it before purchasing and planting. 

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