We are a family owned and owner operated business with over 30 years of experience. We specialize in outdoor hardscape and living spaces, with expertise in brick and stone. Call us today for custom patios, walkways, steps, and any outdoor hardscaping!
"Great results!"
Tracy B on August 2022
We are a family owned and owner operated business with over 30 years of experience. We specialize in outdoor hardscape and living spaces, with expertise in brick and stone. Call us today for custom patios, walkways, steps, and any outdoor hardscaping!
"Great results!"
Tracy B on August 2022
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!
"Very professional, affordable and I would highly recommend them."
RC L on March 2020
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!
"Very professional, affordable and I would highly recommend them."
RC L on March 2020
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!
"We had 5 trees that needed trimmed. Guys were professional and efficient. Very reasonable rates. I would recommend them to anyone."
Sandy S on June 2025
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!
"We had 5 trees that needed trimmed. Guys were professional and efficient. Very reasonable rates. I would recommend them to anyone."
Sandy S on June 2025
Excavation - stump removal, land clearing, grading, trenching, footers, foundations, basements, utility work, drainage systems and swales - have been in the business over 30 years
"Great to work with. He was able to work within my budget and did a fantastic job. I will definitely use his services again."
Eric S on March 2025
Excavation - stump removal, land clearing, grading, trenching, footers, foundations, basements, utility work, drainage systems and swales - have been in the business over 30 years
"Great to work with. He was able to work within my budget and did a fantastic job. I will definitely use his services again."
Eric S on March 2025
English Excavating and Plumbing Co. Inc. is dedicated to providing the highest standard of quality and service in the industry. We provide our clients with the best value for their construction dollar. Hard work, ambition, safety, honesty, and the desire to be a superior presence in a demanding business have won our reputation of quality and dependability. Our company was founded on the premise that quality construction principals and attention to detail should be our standard. And it does not stop with the construction of a project. Service afterwards has always been a part of our tradition and commitment.
"Company came out promptly for the estimate and provided very reasonable quote for a sewer drain pipe replacement. Job was completed promptly and on time and to our full satisfaction. Would definitely hire them again for future work."
Carola C on January 2021
English Excavating and Plumbing Co. Inc. is dedicated to providing the highest standard of quality and service in the industry. We provide our clients with the best value for their construction dollar. Hard work, ambition, safety, honesty, and the desire to be a superior presence in a demanding business have won our reputation of quality and dependability. Our company was founded on the premise that quality construction principals and attention to detail should be our standard. And it does not stop with the construction of a project. Service afterwards has always been a part of our tradition and commitment.
"Company came out promptly for the estimate and provided very reasonable quote for a sewer drain pipe replacement. Job was completed promptly and on time and to our full satisfaction. Would definitely hire them again for future work."
Carola C on January 2021
When you need an emergency plumber or a drain cleaner, call Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup. Your fast & reliable plumber can fix any plumbing problem, including sump pumps, toilet repair, faucet repair, faucet replacement, garbage disposals, water heaters, bathtubs, showers, and outside faucets. Roto-Rooter is best known for drain cleaning & sewer cleaning. We fix drain clogs, clogged toilets or sinks, blockage of main sewer lines, slow draining shower and bathtub drains, sewer lines and leaking or burst pipes. We also specialize in water damage restoration & water cleanup services. We can fix and clean up your flooded basement too. Roto-Rooter is a 24-hour plumber near you and provides emergency service.
"They wanted $420 for a one-hour drain clean out. And that was with a $75 "coupon". Ha! I told them to get lost. With one phone call to another plumber and I found same thing for $150. Roto-Rooter must be a group of lawyers who do plumbing in their free time."
Chris M on August 2024
When you need an emergency plumber or a drain cleaner, call Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup. Your fast & reliable plumber can fix any plumbing problem, including sump pumps, toilet repair, faucet repair, faucet replacement, garbage disposals, water heaters, bathtubs, showers, and outside faucets. Roto-Rooter is best known for drain cleaning & sewer cleaning. We fix drain clogs, clogged toilets or sinks, blockage of main sewer lines, slow draining shower and bathtub drains, sewer lines and leaking or burst pipes. We also specialize in water damage restoration & water cleanup services. We can fix and clean up your flooded basement too. Roto-Rooter is a 24-hour plumber near you and provides emergency service.
"They wanted $420 for a one-hour drain clean out. And that was with a $75 "coupon". Ha! I told them to get lost. With one phone call to another plumber and I found same thing for $150. Roto-Rooter must be a group of lawyers who do plumbing in their free time."
Chris M on August 2024
Linx Outdoors Living and Lighting, is a Residential and Commercial landscape business based in central Indiana and serving the surrounding communities. At Linx we are committed to provide exceptional service using only the highest quality products, integrity, and creativity. Transforming ordinary backyards into an oasis for families to enjoy memories for a lifetime. From our initial landscape quote to project completion, we make sure the experience is friendly, professional, and exciting. We are looking forward to working with you.
"Outstanding Irrigation System Installation by Linx Outdoors!" We recently had Linx Outdoors install our irrigation system, and we couldn't be more pleased with the results. From start to finish, Kyle and his team were professional, efficient, and incredibly tidy. They left no mess behind, and their attention to detail was impeccable. The system itself works flawlessly, and we are thrilled with how smoothly everything operates. If you're looking for a reliable and top-notch service, Linx Outdoors is definitely the way to go. Highly recommended!"
Amy Q on January 2025
Linx Outdoors Living and Lighting, is a Residential and Commercial landscape business based in central Indiana and serving the surrounding communities. At Linx we are committed to provide exceptional service using only the highest quality products, integrity, and creativity. Transforming ordinary backyards into an oasis for families to enjoy memories for a lifetime. From our initial landscape quote to project completion, we make sure the experience is friendly, professional, and exciting. We are looking forward to working with you.
"Outstanding Irrigation System Installation by Linx Outdoors!" We recently had Linx Outdoors install our irrigation system, and we couldn't be more pleased with the results. From start to finish, Kyle and his team were professional, efficient, and incredibly tidy. They left no mess behind, and their attention to detail was impeccable. The system itself works flawlessly, and we are thrilled with how smoothly everything operates. If you're looking for a reliable and top-notch service, Linx Outdoors is definitely the way to go. Highly recommended!"
Amy Q on January 2025
A&R Home and Garden Plus Services LLC is your go-to local home services business in Lafayette, IN. Our goal is to provide high-quality remodeling services for kitchens and bathrooms, as well as top-notch landscaping and home improvements. What sets us apart is our dedication to customer satisfaction. We truly appreciate your business and look forward to serving you. Contact us today!
"Did a great job with working with our needs. Sometimes a little late in arrival, but work and product was great."
Matthew G on June 2025
A&R Home and Garden Plus Services LLC is your go-to local home services business in Lafayette, IN. Our goal is to provide high-quality remodeling services for kitchens and bathrooms, as well as top-notch landscaping and home improvements. What sets us apart is our dedication to customer satisfaction. We truly appreciate your business and look forward to serving you. Contact us today!
"Did a great job with working with our needs. Sometimes a little late in arrival, but work and product was great."
Matthew G on June 2025
Family owned and operated. Septic and city sewer services for domestic, commerical, and industrial facilities. On occasions we use subs for directional boring electrical purposes only. Charges a flat rate. Septic inspections for real estate transactions. All estimates are free. Family owned business since the 1940's
"They did a great job."
Debbie W on July 2024
Family owned and operated. Septic and city sewer services for domestic, commerical, and industrial facilities. On occasions we use subs for directional boring electrical purposes only. Charges a flat rate. Septic inspections for real estate transactions. All estimates are free. Family owned business since the 1940's
"They did a great job."
Debbie W on July 2024
The optimal planting season for hedges depends on your climate zone, but early spring and fall offer ideal conditions. Spring planting allows roots to establish before summer heat arrives, while fall planting gives plants time to develop root systems before winter dormancy.
In milder climates, winter planting can work well, but avoid periods of extreme temperature or drought regardless of season to give your new hedge the best chance of successful establishment.
Proper spacing depends on the hedge variety and your desired outcome. Most hedge plants perform best when spaced between one and three feet apart. Fast-growing species need more room between plants to accommodate their eventual spread and allow for proper air circulation.
For immediate privacy, you might place plants closer together, but this approach can create competition for nutrients and may affect long-term health. Always check the specific spacing recommendations for your chosen hedge variety.
The time required for a hedge to form an effective privacy screen varies by plant type and initial size. Most hedges take between two and five years to develop full density when started with smaller plants. Fast-growing varieties like privet may establish more quickly, while slower-growing species like boxwood require additional patience.
Starting with larger plants reduces waiting time but increases initial costs. Regular watering, appropriate fertilization, and proper pruning techniques can help accelerate growth and density development.
For rapid privacy screening, consider fast-growing hedge options like privet, which can grow up to three feet annually in ideal conditions. Arborvitae varieties add approximately two feet of height per year and provide excellent year-round screening. Other quick-growing options include certain varieties of cypress and juniper.
While these fast-growing species provide quicker results, they require more frequent maintenance and may have shorter overall lifespans than slower-growing alternatives.
Most residential hedge planting projects don't require permits, but regulations vary by location. Some municipalities enforce height restrictions for hedges, particularly those along property lines or near roadways. If your planned hedge will exceed these height limitations, permits may be necessary.
Additionally, homeowners' association rules might govern hedge placement, species selection, and maintenance standards. Checking local regulations and HOA requirements before planting helps avoid potential complications and expenses.