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Reviewed in May 2023
They did a great job cleaning up an overgrown corner of our back yard, clearing poison ivy and other brush and hauling away a broken fence.
Holy Land Landscaping, LLC
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Reviewed in August 2017
Horrible is the best word to describe these guys. I had them install quartz countertop for our master bathroom costing us over $2,000. The backsplash they installed had a sizable chip (1/4" x 5/8"). The installer tried to cover it up by putting some caulking. When I called the office about...
Granite and Marble Express, Inc.
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Reviewed in January 2017
Potts Brothers did an extensive interior painting job for us after we remodeled our first floor. They quickly removed some old, fragile wallpaper, making the walls so smooth it’s impossible to tell they were ever covered. They also helped us adjust course when we realized the paint we had...
Potts Brothers Construction
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Reviewed in December 2016
All went well. Per the Angie's List deal, we bought the paint. Foreman kept in good contact with me and came over to make sure we were all set and to discuss the work. The team did some really good work fixing some holes, loose taping, and chips out of the drywall.
MTR Service LLC
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Reviewed in October 2016
Apparently, my subdivision of condos have unique flues for woodburning fireplaces (being 4"). The first attempt, the sweep came but didn't have a small enough brush, so they said they would have to reschedule. I emailed them that week and rescheduled for the upcoming Saturday, but they called to...
American Professional Chimney & Masonry
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Reviewed in September 2016
They were quick to respond to our request and did a nice job trimming trees, bushes and cleaning up brush for us.
ADM Tree Services, LLC
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Reviewed in March 2015
Service was quite prompt--arranged one day, work performed the next. The technician arrived on time and quickly dealt with the problem. Due to the somewhat unusual nature of the chip--actually two, closely joined chips, more visible than "feel-able"--the damage was not completely eliminated, but...
Patriot Auto Glass LLC
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Reviewed in May 2013
I had contracted with Mr Guzman for a set of work. His team finished it quickly and did more than I expected. Once they had cleared the brush, they found more work that needed to be done. And, they did it at no extra cost. They were very professional and cdid a great job of cleaning up all the...
Gusman Tree Service
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Reviewed in March 2013
The chemicals used in the service cause strong odors in the house; I recommend vacating the house and leaving all windows open during the service. <br /> The bath and shower look great; however, we did notice some chipping in the tub after about 6 months. We called Miracle Method and they came...
Miracle Method of Fairfax
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Reviewed in March 2013
Ultimately, the job was done well and made a huge improvement -- and it was at a great price. The tub shines again, the chipped porcelain is repaired,and the tub is much easier to clean. The office staff is easy to work with and helpful. When I reported a problem, it was clear that their only...
American Tub & Tile
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Maintains yard aesthetics, reduces pest habitats, and promotes healthy greenery.

Digging a bush up by the roots is the most natural DIY method for removing a bush stump. Start by identifying the shrub type and revealing its roots. Cut the shrub to its base and loosen the soil, ensuring no utility lines are nearby. Optionally, treat the base with herbicide, then dig around the roots and cut a circle around the shrub using various tools. Dig a trench, cut the base of the root ball, and finally fill the hole to prevent regrowth. This thorough process ensures complete removal without damaging surrounding areas.

It’s possible to over-mulch leaves. If the leaf mulch is thick enough that it’s blocking and smothering the grass, that’s a problem. Ideally, you should still be able to see the grass when you’re done mulching to ensure its ability to continue growing. The solution is to make another pass at the top layer of leaf mulch to collect some of the top layer.

Dormant seasons like fall and winter are the best times to dig up plants, including holly bushes. Plants aren’t growing during these seasons, so the removal process goes a lot quicker. Consider hiring a landscaping team to handle holly bush removal during the cold-weather months for off-season pricing deals, too.

The best way to clean an overgrown yard is to create a multi-stage game plan, from clearing out the debris to cleaning up the edges around hardscaping and landscape curbing. Get rid of yard debris like worn furniture and broken tools first, then start trimming and raking what’s left. Mow the grass, trim the hedges, and rake leaves away. Once that’s complete, move on to more detailed work, like pulling weeds and replanting gardens.

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