Fresh Start Landscaping & Maintenance is your full-service partner, backed by accountability, gratitude, and a steadfast commitment to customer satisfaction. Our Chief Landscaper begins with a personalized on-site consultation and yard assessment to create a tailored design or maintenance plan. From core aeration and seasonal fertilization to striking, sustainable installations, our skilled crews follow proven processes, delivering impeccable workmanship and on-time completion. We stand behind every project with a one-year workmanship warranty. Proudly serving over 6,000 square miles of the western slopes, from Vail and Aspen to Grand Junction, we ensure reliable, year-round care you can trust.
"Jen is wonderful to work with & her men do a great job on our yard!! Highly recommend Fresh Start!"
Bill U on July 2022
Fresh Start Landscaping & Maintenance is your full-service partner, backed by accountability, gratitude, and a steadfast commitment to customer satisfaction. Our Chief Landscaper begins with a personalized on-site consultation and yard assessment to create a tailored design or maintenance plan. From core aeration and seasonal fertilization to striking, sustainable installations, our skilled crews follow proven processes, delivering impeccable workmanship and on-time completion. We stand behind every project with a one-year workmanship warranty. Proudly serving over 6,000 square miles of the western slopes, from Vail and Aspen to Grand Junction, we ensure reliable, year-round care you can trust.
"Jen is wonderful to work with & her men do a great job on our yard!! Highly recommend Fresh Start!"
Bill U on July 2022
Welcome to TaylorMade Lawns! We take pride in the quality of work and customer satisfaction that we give each and every customer! We are known to pay exquisite attention to detail while making customer satisfaction our top priority. Call us today to learn more about how we can help you!
"He is very thorough."
Katie L on February 2023
Welcome to TaylorMade Lawns! We take pride in the quality of work and customer satisfaction that we give each and every customer! We are known to pay exquisite attention to detail while making customer satisfaction our top priority. Call us today to learn more about how we can help you!
"He is very thorough."
Katie L on February 2023
With over a decade of experience Green Planet Services is your trusted partner for all landscaping needs, from design to maintenance. With a passion for creating beautiful outdoor spaces, our team collaborates closely with clients to bring their landscaping visions to life. Whether it's designing lush gardens, installing wooden privacy fences, installing irrigation systems, or maintaining pristine lawns, we combine expertise with creativity to transform ordinary landscapes into stunning retreats that reflect each client's unique style and preferences. English & Spanish Available Senior Citizen Discounts Available - Inquire Within Deposits May Be Required for Installation Projects - Inquire Within Accepts Cash, Checks and Major Credit Cards
"Manuel was quick to get me an estimate and has performed the job as expected with exception."
Tom Z on January 2023
With over a decade of experience Green Planet Services is your trusted partner for all landscaping needs, from design to maintenance. With a passion for creating beautiful outdoor spaces, our team collaborates closely with clients to bring their landscaping visions to life. Whether it's designing lush gardens, installing wooden privacy fences, installing irrigation systems, or maintaining pristine lawns, we combine expertise with creativity to transform ordinary landscapes into stunning retreats that reflect each client's unique style and preferences. English & Spanish Available Senior Citizen Discounts Available - Inquire Within Deposits May Be Required for Installation Projects - Inquire Within Accepts Cash, Checks and Major Credit Cards
"Manuel was quick to get me an estimate and has performed the job as expected with exception."
Tom Z on January 2023
Blossom Gardening and Landscaping is dedicated to providing our customers with the best quality and craftsmanship. We are here to build relationships with our customers and communities and to provide our employees with a great place to work. We look forward to working with you.
"Really pleased with Alex and his crew. After a fall construction project, they efficiently leveled and prepared the ground and then laid sod. They took away lots of tree trunks and branches that had to be removed. They’ve just come this spring and have done a great job with ground cleanup. Couldn’t ask for a better team!"
Nancy K on April 2025
Blossom Gardening and Landscaping is dedicated to providing our customers with the best quality and craftsmanship. We are here to build relationships with our customers and communities and to provide our employees with a great place to work. We look forward to working with you.
"Really pleased with Alex and his crew. After a fall construction project, they efficiently leveled and prepared the ground and then laid sod. They took away lots of tree trunks and branches that had to be removed. They’ve just come this spring and have done a great job with ground cleanup. Couldn’t ask for a better team!"
Nancy K on April 2025
Good Earth Landscaping & Maintenance is dedicated to providing our customers with the best quality and craftsmanship. We are here to build relationships with our customers and communities and to provide our employees with a great place to work. We look forward to working with you!
"It has been a pleasure to work with him and he does excellent work!! I would highly recommend him!!"
Jeff E on February 2023
Good Earth Landscaping & Maintenance is dedicated to providing our customers with the best quality and craftsmanship. We are here to build relationships with our customers and communities and to provide our employees with a great place to work. We look forward to working with you!
"It has been a pleasure to work with him and he does excellent work!! I would highly recommend him!!"
Jeff E on February 2023
If you're looking for high quality and personal service, you've come to the right place. At Stoneworks Colorado we’ll give you the attention and personal service you'll come to expect and enjoy. Stoneworks Colorado is family-owned and operated right here in Colorado. Since our company opened its doors in 1988, we have treated every customer like they were a part of our family. Other companies may offer similar services, but our services are the best, and come with a personal touch.
If you're looking for high quality and personal service, you've come to the right place. At Stoneworks Colorado we’ll give you the attention and personal service you'll come to expect and enjoy. Stoneworks Colorado is family-owned and operated right here in Colorado. Since our company opened its doors in 1988, we have treated every customer like they were a part of our family. Other companies may offer similar services, but our services are the best, and come with a personal touch.
Gopher Irrigation has provided the Roaring Fork Valley with outstanding lawn care and landscaping since 1999. Our customer service and quality of work are second to none in the valley. We offer seasonal contracts as well as one time lawn care services.
Gopher Irrigation has provided the Roaring Fork Valley with outstanding lawn care and landscaping since 1999. Our customer service and quality of work are second to none in the valley. We offer seasonal contracts as well as one time lawn care services.
I'm the sole proprietor so you only deal with me. I can handle most everything when it comes to standard remodeling and handyman work. I will hire a laborer for any grunt work to save you money. I will hire on as a sub-contractor with reputable builders. Terms: You pay for materials, I am paid weekly for hours worked. $25-35 hr depending on location and type of work. I generally don't work by the bid but I do give you an estimated total beforehand.
I'm the sole proprietor so you only deal with me. I can handle most everything when it comes to standard remodeling and handyman work. I will hire a laborer for any grunt work to save you money. I will hire on as a sub-contractor with reputable builders. Terms: You pay for materials, I am paid weekly for hours worked. $25-35 hr depending on location and type of work. I generally don't work by the bid but I do give you an estimated total beforehand.
Mountain Lawn began providing lawn and tree care services to the Roaring Fork Valley in 1982. Mountain Lawn provides a professional, clean and courteous service to all of our customers. Mountain Lawn and our staff is licensed by the Colorado Departmant of Agriculture. We take your privacy and the care for your grounds seriously and strive to have every customer more than satisfied. We not only promise to deliver beautiful landscaping, but that you will never have to worry about clean-up. We leave every site immaculate. We are bonded and insured. *Free Estimates* No two projects are the same. We don't believe in one price fits all, because we won't skimp on your service. We provide accurate, realistic, and reasonable estimates. Member CALCPL Colorado Association of Lawn Care Professionals. *Horticultural Pest control *Lawn fertilization *Weed Control *Custom Weed Control: lawns, pastures, green belts, right of ways. *Tree and shrub Insect Control *Deep Root Feeding
Mountain Lawn began providing lawn and tree care services to the Roaring Fork Valley in 1982. Mountain Lawn provides a professional, clean and courteous service to all of our customers. Mountain Lawn and our staff is licensed by the Colorado Departmant of Agriculture. We take your privacy and the care for your grounds seriously and strive to have every customer more than satisfied. We not only promise to deliver beautiful landscaping, but that you will never have to worry about clean-up. We leave every site immaculate. We are bonded and insured. *Free Estimates* No two projects are the same. We don't believe in one price fits all, because we won't skimp on your service. We provide accurate, realistic, and reasonable estimates. Member CALCPL Colorado Association of Lawn Care Professionals. *Horticultural Pest control *Lawn fertilization *Weed Control *Custom Weed Control: lawns, pastures, green belts, right of ways. *Tree and shrub Insect Control *Deep Root Feeding
A Cut Above Forestry is a full service tree care company. Since 1983 we have provided the highest level of customer service and science based tree care Throughout the Central Colorado Mountain Communities. A Cut Above also offers an array of landscape services including landscape construction, maintenance, irrigation and site design. For more information please visit our Website at www.acutaboveforestry.com.
A Cut Above Forestry is a full service tree care company. Since 1983 we have provided the highest level of customer service and science based tree care Throughout the Central Colorado Mountain Communities. A Cut Above also offers an array of landscape services including landscape construction, maintenance, irrigation and site design. For more information please visit our Website at www.acutaboveforestry.com.
Most residential lawn removal projects don't require permits, but regulations vary significantly between municipalities. You might need authorization when removing substantial soil volumes or making major landscape alterations. Contact your local building department or planning office before beginning work. Some homeowners associations also maintain specific landscaping requirements that could affect your plans, so reviewing any applicable community guidelines is equally important.
Converting removed lawn material into compost is often feasible when the grass hasn't received extensive chemical treatments. For best results, break larger sod pieces into smaller sections and combine them with other compostable materials in a dedicated composting system. Regular turning accelerates decomposition and produces nutrient-rich material that can benefit your new landscape. This approach reduces disposal costs while creating valuable soil amendments for future gardening projects.
Using a mechanical sod cutter delivers the most efficient results for most properties. These specialized machines cleanly separate grass and shallow roots from the soil below, allowing for rapid removal across substantial areas. While manual approaches cost less initially, they progress much more slowly. Chemical methods require extended time periods for complete effectiveness. For optimal efficiency, evaluate equipment rental costs against professional service rates, particularly for medium to large properties.
New plantings can begin one to two weeks after lawn removal, provided you've addressed any soil contamination concerns and completed necessary grading or amendments. The removal process often disturbs dormant weed seeds, so monitoring for unwanted growth during this transition period is advisable. Professional soil testing helps identify any nutrient deficiencies or pH imbalances that should be corrected before investing in new plantings or turf installation.
Lawn removal frequently alters how water moves across your property, particularly during heavy rainfall. Established grass root systems help stabilize soil and absorb precipitation, functions that disappear with removal. Your replacement landscape plan should address potential drainage changes through appropriate grading, soil amendments, or dedicated drainage features. Observing water movement patterns after removal provides valuable information for addressing any problematic areas before completing your new landscape installation.