What goes down first, topsoil or mulch?

• <div><p>Topsoil should go down first. If the topsoil is next to your house, make sure the grade slopes away from the house to keep water from pooling against your foundation and possibly leaking into your basement or crawl space. Don’t cover your decorative landscape mulch with topsoil as that defeats the purpose of laying down the mulch. If you’re trying to create a certain <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-can-you-improve-plant-growth-start-improving-your-soil.htm">soil composition to improve plant growth</a>, you’ll likely want compost mixed into the topsoil instead of mulch. Over time, any decorative wood mulch will simply decompose under the topsoil. </p></div>

Should I use mulch on a topped tree?

• <div><p>A light layer of <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/best-tree-mulch.htm">mulch can help protect a tree</a>, retain moisture, and keep the soil healthy. However, it’s important to avoid over-mulching or piling the mulch up around the trunk of a tree, a practice notoriously called “volcano mulching.” That piled mulch can increase the chances of rot and disease on the tree trunk as well as overwhelming the soil, which needs access to a certain amount of air. Topped trees have it hard enough: mulch sparingly while they heal.</p></div>

How much does it cost to have mulch delivered?

• <div><p><a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-much-does-mulch-delivery-and-install-cost.htm">Mulch delivery costs</a> around <b>$75 per cubic yard</b>, but prices can fluctuate between <b>$30 and $150 per cubic yard</b> depending on the following factors:</p><ul><li><p>Type of mulch </p></li><li><p>Quantity of mulch</p></li><li><p>Time of year y</p></li><li><p>Whether or not you’re paying for installation labor</p></li><li><p>Home’s geographical location</p></li></ul><p>Most mulch delivery companies will provide a free estimate for the delivery based on how many cubic yards you need and any additional services you want. Be sure you know how much mulch you need before calling and asking for quotes.</p></div>

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Reviewed in October 2013
All planning and installation work was very timely and complete. At our request, the Englewood landscape architect designed a plan based on our input, and was very helpful in suggesting ways to improve some aspects of the yard. When we were satisfied with the design and cost, the landscapers...
Englewood Lawn & Landscapes LLC
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Reviewed in January 2012
There was no sign that they had even been there after they were completed. They worked very hard and did a great job.
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Reviewed in June 2013
Very courteous, professional young man. Very reliable and dependable, something one would not expect from the younger generation. My wife and I have been very impressed and fell very blessed to have this individual and his crew doing work on our property. Our neighbors compliment their work...
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Reviewed in April 2016
All work was done in a very professional way. I asked Tim to do the drain work after he had quoted price for everything else. He only charged me for the materials and did the labor at no extra charge. He also filled in some spots in the yard at no extra charge. My landscaping looks so...
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Reviewed in November 2014
They were very prompt for the initial consultation and estimate. They did the work over several days and we made some changes that increased the length of the project and the cost. They were very flexible and easy to work with. The results are stunning and we have received many compliments...
GreatScapes Landscaping and Remodel LLC
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Reviewed in October 2008
We live at the top of a ridge. In order to enjoy our property we had to put pathways through it. What they do is awesome. We didn't want people trampling all over our property with mulch. They set it on the street and brought a huge blower out. They direct it right where you want the mulch. That...
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Reviewed in August 2012
McNabb Lawn Care are punctual and consistent. They are fair priced. Ryan McNabb, the son, did a fabulous job designing the garden.
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Reviewed in June 2014
.They calculated how much I needed and the price, and the next day they called me for the delivery and then delivered it. Very well organized organization. Their service was highly superior.
The Mulch Company
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Reviewed in November 2010
The compost was very good, however, the topsoil had many rocks and clay balls in it. When I called and told the owner this, he said I know, but that's the chance you take when you buy topsoil from me and there's nothing he can do about it. As a result, I will never ever buy anything from this...
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