Turn to us your trusted pro for all of your lawn, landscaping and hardscaping needs. With over 14 years of experience, we work hard to bring each customer the best possible service and quality available. We look forward to working with you on your next project. We welcome your questions and thank you for your interest.
"The workers were very friendly and professional.."
DENNIS S on July 2023
Turn to us your trusted pro for all of your lawn, landscaping and hardscaping needs. With over 14 years of experience, we work hard to bring each customer the best possible service and quality available. We look forward to working with you on your next project. We welcome your questions and thank you for your interest.
"The workers were very friendly and professional.."
DENNIS S on July 2023
We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumers needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job
"He was quick to come look at my problem and give me a thorough estimate. And he got me on the schedule fast and did a wonderful job and got it done fast. He was also very friendly and attentive to detail. "
jake E on May 2025
We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumers needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job
"He was quick to come look at my problem and give me a thorough estimate. And he got me on the schedule fast and did a wonderful job and got it done fast. He was also very friendly and attentive to detail. "
jake E on May 2025
Bergmann Landscape & Design 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.
"Paul hired the person to plant 6 arborvitae..one planted crooked and two over my property line, three died and no response back after he promised to replant 3 more where the dead ones were. No soil amendment, no mulch applied after planting and the roots appeared diseased when I pulled them out. They were over 5 feet tall trees when planted and did not last a year. Paul failed to follow through with his promise to guarantee his work. Would not recommend."
Carla W on July 2024
Bergmann Landscape & Design 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.
"Paul hired the person to plant 6 arborvitae..one planted crooked and two over my property line, three died and no response back after he promised to replant 3 more where the dead ones were. No soil amendment, no mulch applied after planting and the roots appeared diseased when I pulled them out. They were over 5 feet tall trees when planted and did not last a year. Paul failed to follow through with his promise to guarantee his work. Would not recommend."
Carla W on July 2024
At Janey's Services, we specialize in providing top-quality lawn care and yard maintenance solutions to keep your outdoor spaces looking pristine all year long. Whether you need regular mowing, trimming, or comprehensive yard clean-up, our experienced team is here to help. In addition to basic lawn maintenance, we offer expert lawn fertilization services to promote healthy grass growth, improve soil quality, and enhance the overall appearance of your lawn. Our services include: Lawn Mowing & Trimming Yard Clean-Up & Debris Removal Fertilization & Lawn Treatment Weed Control Seasonal Lawn Care Aeration & Soil Care With a focus on customer satisfaction, Janey's Services ensures your lawn stays lush, green, and beautiful, all while giving you more time to enjoy your outdoor spaces. Let us take the hard work out of lawn care so you can relax and appreciate your well-maintained yard! Call or 'click' for a FREE estimate!
At Janey's Services, we specialize in providing top-quality lawn care and yard maintenance solutions to keep your outdoor spaces looking pristine all year long. Whether you need regular mowing, trimming, or comprehensive yard clean-up, our experienced team is here to help. In addition to basic lawn maintenance, we offer expert lawn fertilization services to promote healthy grass growth, improve soil quality, and enhance the overall appearance of your lawn. Our services include: Lawn Mowing & Trimming Yard Clean-Up & Debris Removal Fertilization & Lawn Treatment Weed Control Seasonal Lawn Care Aeration & Soil Care With a focus on customer satisfaction, Janey's Services ensures your lawn stays lush, green, and beautiful, all while giving you more time to enjoy your outdoor spaces. Let us take the hard work out of lawn care so you can relax and appreciate your well-maintained yard! Call or 'click' for a FREE estimate!
Specializing in fine grading and hydroseeding
Specializing in fine grading and hydroseeding
At Specialty Irrigation we pride ourselves on never have done a system that we could not use as a referral. We believe in keeping things simple. Just do things correctly. This limits our callbacks, warranty calls, and really establishes our reputation. In this day when companies just want to make a fast buck, but you will find our approach refreshing. We have real people answering the phone and we return calls. We always pay attention to details and treat your yard as if it were ours.
At Specialty Irrigation we pride ourselves on never have done a system that we could not use as a referral. We believe in keeping things simple. Just do things correctly. This limits our callbacks, warranty calls, and really establishes our reputation. In this day when companies just want to make a fast buck, but you will find our approach refreshing. We have real people answering the phone and we return calls. We always pay attention to details and treat your yard as if it were ours.
Justin Wilson created his locally owned small business, and with Amy lee as his partner and contract manager provides services to northern michigan starting in 2012 .Specializing in meeting clients needs for home improvements ,including interior and exterior painting ,and residential moving services ,landscape management ,including snow management .We are available 24/7 to help manage clients needs .Cash or check payments are accepted at time of service .Our small team of staff,have worked together on multiple projects in Northern Michigan ,working to schedule and focusing on a timely satisfying result for our clients .No job is too small or too big .Contact Justin and Amy so we can work with you on your needs .
"I used Angie’s list to find a painter. They were on the listI met them they gave me a estimate. We settled on a price $3.000. I gave them $1500. They were supposed to be finished by I am giving one star because your inept platform will not let me give a 0. I am in the negative. 0 would be a step up"
Candace A J on September 2021
Justin Wilson created his locally owned small business, and with Amy lee as his partner and contract manager provides services to northern michigan starting in 2012 .Specializing in meeting clients needs for home improvements ,including interior and exterior painting ,and residential moving services ,landscape management ,including snow management .We are available 24/7 to help manage clients needs .Cash or check payments are accepted at time of service .Our small team of staff,have worked together on multiple projects in Northern Michigan ,working to schedule and focusing on a timely satisfying result for our clients .No job is too small or too big .Contact Justin and Amy so we can work with you on your needs .
"I used Angie’s list to find a painter. They were on the listI met them they gave me a estimate. We settled on a price $3.000. I gave them $1500. They were supposed to be finished by I am giving one star because your inept platform will not let me give a 0. I am in the negative. 0 would be a step up"
Candace A J on September 2021
Home improvement/ handyman services, over 20 years experience.
Home improvement/ handyman services, over 20 years experience.
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.