What goes down first, topsoil or mulch?

<div><p>Topsoil should go down first. If the topsoil is next to your house, make sure the grade slopes away from the house to keep water from pooling against your foundation and possibly leaking into your basement or crawl space. Don’t cover your decorative landscape mulch with topsoil as that defeats the purpose of laying down the mulch. If you’re trying to create a certain <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-can-you-improve-plant-growth-start-improving-your-soil.htm">soil composition to improve plant growth</a>, you’ll likely want compost mixed into the topsoil instead of mulch. Over time, any decorative wood mulch will simply decompose under the topsoil. </p></div>

Does mulch attract termites?

<div><p>No, mulch itself does not necessarily attract termites even though it’s usually made of shredded wood. Some types of mulch like cedar or cypress <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/proactive-tips-avoid-termite-damage-your-home.htm">resist termites</a> because they’re toxic or unappetizing to the wood munchers. However, when the mulch is deep enough, say three inches or more, it creates a perfect habitat for insects of all kinds to build nests.</p></div>

Do you put anything under mulch?

<div><p>Although it’s not required to lay anything under mulch, it can help to put landscape fabric or plastic weed barrier down and <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/preparing-your-landscape-garden-mulch.htm">lay mulch</a> on top. The barrier helps keep weeds from growing up through your mulch. It also helps keep rodents and insects from burrowing into the ground underneath.</p></div>

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Q: How much does mulch cost?

<div><p><a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-much-does-mulch-delivery-and-install-cost.htm">Mulch costs</a> anywhere from <b>$30 to $150 per cubic yard</b>, depending on the type you choose. On the inexpensive end, red and black mulch are about $35 to $40 per cubic yard, and are typically made from recycled waste wood like shredded old pallets or deck material. Cedar, cypress, and rubber mulch cost anywhere from $100 to $120 per cubic yard. A pro can help you determine the type of mulch most suitable for your landscaping needs.</p></div>

Q: How much does topsoil cost?

<div><p><a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/truck-load-fill-dirt.htm">Topsoil costs</a> from <b>$12 to $55 per cubic yard</b>, depending on the type you choose. For example, screened black dirt will cost about $15 per cubic yard. Loam (soil composed of sand, silt, and clay) costs about $17 per cubic yard. Standard screened topsoil costs about $20 per cubic yard. The type of topsoil you need depends on your landscaping plans.</p></div>

Q: Do you put anything under mulch?

<div><p>Although it&rsquo;s not required to lay anything under mulch, it can help to put landscape fabric or plastic weed barrier down and <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/preparing-your-landscape-garden-mulch.htm">lay mulch</a> on top. The barrier helps keep weeds from growing up through your mulch. It also helps keep rodents and insects from burrowing into the ground underneath.</p></div>

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Reviewed in March 2014
We had Anthony and his crew give our front and back yards a fresh start for Spring. That involved mulching all of the pine needles and grass that had collected over the winter. They trimmed the driveway and the sidewalks perfectly. They also pruned all of our landscaping that needed pruning. I...
AP Lawn Care & Pressure Washing LLC
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Reviewed in December 2013
It looked great! He came thereafter twice a month and mowed, edged and blew my yard for $80.00. He put down 2 pallets of sod in my back yard for $500. He and everyone that works for him are very professional, they really seem to take pride in their work and it shows. I would highly recommend AP...
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Reviewed in January 2017
Josh did exactly what he said he was going to do! He promised me a beautiful yard and a pest free home and he kept his word on both! In today's world it's hard to find a business that still truly cares about their customers not to mention be able to trust them with only a "handshake"! Josh is...
Fertile Green Landscaping
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Reviewed in December 2016
Joshua is very knowledgeable, knowing the names of most flowers, trees, grasses, vines, and hedges and how to make them thrive. He is also well informed of most yard weeds, disease, fungi, invasive plants and pests and which treatment to use to rid the problem. Joshua has always impressed me...
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Reviewed in December 2011
They showed up on time. Jeffs employees are very professional and courteous. They did an outstanding job. Cleaned up everyday after work was done for the day. They stayed within the quote and time completed. I would recommend them to everyone and we will be using them again this spring.
Ivey's Landscape Services
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Reviewed in December 2016
I sent Josh a photo of the worms (1000's) and he identified them and we scheduled for him to come the following morning. While he was there I asked if we could go ahead and treat the yard for fall weeds and agreed. Within an hour the worms were dying. we haven't had any since and our yard is...
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Reviewed in July 2010
We requested a quote from Mr Ivey at the beginning of July. Once we agreed on the work that was to be done he gave us our quote within one week. He stated he had to order the items needed as well as the plants and it should take a couple of weeks. He called three weeks later and told us...
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Reviewed in September 2013
They are very punctual. They are quick to respond to emails. They have kept our yard in great shape. The only thing I think needs to be improved is better routine weeding of the flower beds. I highly recommend them. They are honest, professional, and have really gotten our yard back in...
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