A-1 Curb Appeal 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.
"Brian was prompt and courteous when responding to our quote request. This was a large project ($13k was quoted). All said and done, however, we were invoiced for 30% more in cost overrun. We did work with Brian to come to an agreement on a final amount, however we found in a couple weeks that the workers had not installed landscaping fabric in several places where they had been instructed (and we had already paid final invoice). Brian sent out a crew to remedy within days. This would have been a 3-star review had Brian not worked with us to rectify concerns and remedy faulty work."
Kris P on October 2024
A-1 Curb Appeal 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.
"Brian was prompt and courteous when responding to our quote request. This was a large project ($13k was quoted). All said and done, however, we were invoiced for 30% more in cost overrun. We did work with Brian to come to an agreement on a final amount, however we found in a couple weeks that the workers had not installed landscaping fabric in several places where they had been instructed (and we had already paid final invoice). Brian sent out a crew to remedy within days. This would have been a 3-star review had Brian not worked with us to rectify concerns and remedy faulty work."
Kris P on October 2024
We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business! Book with us online or feel free to give us a call today!
We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business! Book with us online or feel free to give us a call today!
We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We have many years of experience to give you confidence that we are your number one choice for your next home project. You will find us to be competitively priced with close attention to the details. We look forward to building a lasting relationship and guarantee your satisfaction!
"I'd rather choose a local company next time. I believe what was described was different than the services they actually provided. I attempted to resolve the matter with the company to no avail. It's better to deal with a local company that cares about its customers and reputation. "
undefined on June 2025
We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We have many years of experience to give you confidence that we are your number one choice for your next home project. You will find us to be competitively priced with close attention to the details. We look forward to building a lasting relationship and guarantee your satisfaction!
"I'd rather choose a local company next time. I believe what was described was different than the services they actually provided. I attempted to resolve the matter with the company to no avail. It's better to deal with a local company that cares about its customers and reputation. "
undefined on June 2025
We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service, that we provide to meet the consumer's 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. Call us today!
"Mr.Germany.Norris and his wife, Cassie, we're both extremely friendly and respectful. The appointment was scheduled without a long delay, and he maintained contact to confirm details and arrival time on the appointment day. He mowed the lawn and weed whipped the perimeter of the fence, and the work was done efficiently and well. Germany Norris and Cassie Norris are kind hearted people and it was very easy to interact with both of them. This was the first meeting and I am happy overall with the contact and the job well done. "
Jess L on May 2025
We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service, that we provide to meet the consumer's 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. Call us today!
"Mr.Germany.Norris and his wife, Cassie, we're both extremely friendly and respectful. The appointment was scheduled without a long delay, and he maintained contact to confirm details and arrival time on the appointment day. He mowed the lawn and weed whipped the perimeter of the fence, and the work was done efficiently and well. Germany Norris and Cassie Norris are kind hearted people and it was very easy to interact with both of them. This was the first meeting and I am happy overall with the contact and the job well done. "
Jess L on May 2025
As a local lawn care services company, we understand the challenges that lawns in Minnesota face. Maintaining a healthy lawn in the Minneapolis area is no easy task. Not to mention, doing all the hard work yourself means you end up spending more time taking care of your outdoor space than actually enjoying it. Let our team of lawn pros help and provide you with the healthy, thriving lawn your family deserves. We will work with you to address your concerns and answer any questions you may have!
"Showcase did a great job and we used their monthly service. It greatly helped our yard."
Alan N on September 2024
As a local lawn care services company, we understand the challenges that lawns in Minnesota face. Maintaining a healthy lawn in the Minneapolis area is no easy task. Not to mention, doing all the hard work yourself means you end up spending more time taking care of your outdoor space than actually enjoying it. Let our team of lawn pros help and provide you with the healthy, thriving lawn your family deserves. We will work with you to address your concerns and answer any questions you may have!
"Showcase did a great job and we used their monthly service. It greatly helped our yard."
Alan N on September 2024
Local lawn care and landscape company committed to excellent customer service by providing quality services for affordable pricing.
"Hired for lawn service. Had to contact everyone to see what the schedule was for service. Said they would come out if needed but were missing yards because of the rain and then didnt. Final service they blew grass all over everything and didn’t properly mow and weedeat everything and then they cancelled service before I could."
Michael a on July 2024
Local lawn care and landscape company committed to excellent customer service by providing quality services for affordable pricing.
"Hired for lawn service. Had to contact everyone to see what the schedule was for service. Said they would come out if needed but were missing yards because of the rain and then didnt. Final service they blew grass all over everything and didn’t properly mow and weedeat everything and then they cancelled service before I could."
Michael a on July 2024
We offer a wide range of landscaping services including landscape design, lawn maintenance, garden maintenance, planting, pruning & tree trimming, yard waste removal, deck maintenance, pressure washing, snow removal and more!
"They did excellent work, timely, and clean up and final project was perfect. Easy to work with. I would highly recommend these guys."
Lynn G on July 2024
We offer a wide range of landscaping services including landscape design, lawn maintenance, garden maintenance, planting, pruning & tree trimming, yard waste removal, deck maintenance, pressure washing, snow removal and more!
"They did excellent work, timely, and clean up and final project was perfect. Easy to work with. I would highly recommend these guys."
Lynn G on July 2024
Services we offer: Whole Home Maintenance Plans Window Cleaning Dryer Vent Cleaning Clean and Seal Countertops Lawn Services- Dethatching and Aeration, Fertilizing, Weed Control We provide the highest quality of craftmanship. Unparalleled to our competitors. Our team here at Local Hometown Heroes goes through comprehensive training programs/constant retraining to make sure our customers are only receiving the best service. Our integrity as a business is our sole priority. Once you experience the Local Hometown Heroes way you won't ever have to worry about your home. Welcome to our Family and remember our business is your business.
"Local Hometown heroes was awesome. They were on time and worked until everything was done. We were very pleased and will use them in the years to come."
Karla R on July 2024
Services we offer: Whole Home Maintenance Plans Window Cleaning Dryer Vent Cleaning Clean and Seal Countertops Lawn Services- Dethatching and Aeration, Fertilizing, Weed Control We provide the highest quality of craftmanship. Unparalleled to our competitors. Our team here at Local Hometown Heroes goes through comprehensive training programs/constant retraining to make sure our customers are only receiving the best service. Our integrity as a business is our sole priority. Once you experience the Local Hometown Heroes way you won't ever have to worry about your home. Welcome to our Family and remember our business is your business.
"Local Hometown heroes was awesome. They were on time and worked until everything was done. We were very pleased and will use them in the years to come."
Karla R on July 2024
Spring Clean Your Home 🏡 Spring is almost here! Get your home shining bright ✨, with our professional window cleaning, house washing, and gutter cleaning services. Book now and enjoy a sparkling clean home all season long! (763) 318-3885 Window cleaning Gutter cleaning House wash Roof cleaning Pressure washing Tree trimming Small tree removal Gutter guard installation Yard clean up Leaf removal Junk removal
"CFH Exteriors did a great job cleaning our gutters! We have a three story house and the gutters were hard to reach. They showed up on time, and charged the amount they quoted. They were careful not to damage any of our flowerbeds with the ladders as they moved around the house. Will hire again. Thanks!"
Tim C on June 2025
Spring Clean Your Home 🏡 Spring is almost here! Get your home shining bright ✨, with our professional window cleaning, house washing, and gutter cleaning services. Book now and enjoy a sparkling clean home all season long! (763) 318-3885 Window cleaning Gutter cleaning House wash Roof cleaning Pressure washing Tree trimming Small tree removal Gutter guard installation Yard clean up Leaf removal Junk removal
"CFH Exteriors did a great job cleaning our gutters! We have a three story house and the gutters were hard to reach. They showed up on time, and charged the amount they quoted. They were careful not to damage any of our flowerbeds with the ladders as they moved around the house. Will hire again. Thanks!"
Tim C on June 2025
We are a handyman and general home maintenance provider. Our goal is to provide you with services that will simplify and improve your life! Our vision and focus are to deliver high-quality service for our clients with an emphasis on communication, attention to detail, and cost management.
"Gil came today and did a small project for me He was very communicative, responsive, punctual, and does great work! He was very respectful of my home and workspace and I have already requested more projects from him! I highly recommend!"
Sandra R on February 2025
We are a handyman and general home maintenance provider. Our goal is to provide you with services that will simplify and improve your life! Our vision and focus are to deliver high-quality service for our clients with an emphasis on communication, attention to detail, and cost management.
"Gil came today and did a small project for me He was very communicative, responsive, punctual, and does great work! He was very respectful of my home and workspace and I have already requested more projects from him! I highly recommend!"
Sandra R on February 2025
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.