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We believe in remembering the legacy of our past and being engaged in the present while striving to invest in the future success of our company. This has allowed us to stay true to our core values for three generations and adapt to the ever-evolving roofing industry. We consistently strive to be a better version of ourselves with the passing of each day, quarter and year.

Over our nearly 80 year history, we are constantly innovators in the roofing industry. Our methods of evolving customer communications to best fit their needs exemplify this. Although we still use traditional means of communication, such as phone calls and snail mail, we have embraced the digital era through use of email, text messaging and social media. Coming soon, we will roll out a customer portal which will allow up-to-date access to information about project timelines. It will also be a mechanism to provide information when it is most relevant to customers.

Culture is a central theme in our company. The Ferguson Roofing team is in constant communication to ensure our staff is happy, properly incentivized, mission focused and offered work/life balance. We are committed to seeing our organization grow with the confidence that our staff is exceptional and knows they are valuable members of a family. Our focus on professional growth and mentoring has provided excellent opportunities for team members to develop in ways not traditionally found in a small business environment.

Our core values center around a do the right thing mentality, which is at the heart of a philanthropic mission. Ferguson Roofing has had an impact on the greater St. Louis community since the first generation. With each year we are in business, that community grows and we are always striving to make our impact even bigger. Relationships with our partners will continue to grow stronger with the next coming year.

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These guys are totally professional and wonderful to work with. They fixed a leak in our roof two years ago and it never came back! Fair pricing, hard working, guarantees that make you feel totally safe, a fantastic company.

I've known John and Jean for a while now and I have to say, trusting them with my roof is a no-brainer.High-quality roofing is a must, but the fact that John provides friendly, personable service makes J&J 5 stars for me.Plus, I appreciate the fact that they're legit, being fully licensed and insured.Family-owned businesses work hard for their customers, and J & J is no exception.

This review is not based on actual work done, but the lack of communication from the company. An estimator was scheduled to come to our home at 2:00pm yesterday, so I left work early to meet him. He had not shown up by 2:45pm, so I decided to call the office. After being put on hold for a while, I was informed that the estimator would call me to reschedule. As of today, I still have not received a return call. Good customer service would have been receiving a call from the estimator instead of calling the office to follow-up on the missed appointment.I feel that great customer service and communication are both important aspects of a business. My family used this company years ago, and we were very pleased with the work. However, I am highly disappointed with my recent experience.

This is an awesome company. We used them back in 2011 to repair a significant part of our tile roof. Many companies suggested that we replace our original tile, but Mike said there was no reason to undertake a brand new roof (at a hefty price). He even told us that we could hold off on a small portion of the roof if we wanted to as it would hold up for another 5+ years and here we are 6 years later needing to replace that smaller portion...just as he said! Mike not only gave a truly reasonable estimate, but was also extremely knowledgeable and honest. Direct. Clear. No hidden agendas. We are huge fans of J & J Roofing!

Terrible and slow. Not responsive, do not recc. using their services. Took forever to get a response and estimates.

Update....The guys at J&J came out today and performed a water test. They found that a single had come up and is the likely culprit.They were quick to come out and address the issue and we are very happy with how they have handled the situation.

The gents at J and J roofing are MIRACLE WORKERS... They saved my home. Due to massive neglect by the original owner who had concealed the condition of the roof, I found myself facing last year's El Nino hysteria and unable to obtain home insurance because of the roof condition. J and J, already overwhelmed with work because of the El Nino panic, rushed in because of my insurance emergency, and in one week removed and replaced the entire roof of my home communitcating with me and my new home insurance company the entire time to make sure my policy would stay in place. The nicest guys. Totally trustworthy. And the price was exactly half the price of the first company we received a roofing quote from. Fast response. Fast work. Awesome work. I started this review in October of 2016. Just finishing it now in January 2017. Roof's still perfect. Sorry for the delayed review, guys.

They came highly recommended. They inspected the roof promptly after they had a cancellation the following day. I requested a quote and followed up but never heard back. I know they're busy but they didn't follow through after repeatedly saying they would.Edited on June 1, 2017: J and J contacted me and apologized for not getting back sooner. Submitted a proposal and did the work cheaper and faster than another company had quoted. I would go back to them after all.

I haven't used J&J Services because he doesn't provide the type if services I need, but J was kind to refer me out to the companies that could help me. And explained what to ask for.Thank you!

Thanks for the lengthy excuse, but the property is in Los Angeles as was mentioned in v.m.No need to explain anymore. We own 320,000 Sq ft of commercial and indursrial properties feom L.A. to Oxnard. We had an opportunity to use a new service and we found out thay you won't be it.Cheers and good luck, no hard feelings.

I was in the market for a roofer & I had been told by two different people that J and J Roofing is the highest quality roofing one can trust. I 100% agree. These guys are professional and I am so happy we went with them. Thanks J & J Roofing!

Mike, Jush, Justin, Eric, Blake, Rob...YES, I've memorized their names because they are just about the nicest, most hard-working people I've ever met! Fast, efficient, and friendly service had my roof patched in no time! I will always come to J&J and spread the word for the customer service ALONE. Even if it means I have to wait for them to come out...worth it. Note: When it rains, this is actually the worst time to call any roofing company because you are one of MANY doing so. With that, you must understand that if they can't service your roof or get out to youASAP or maybe take a little time, just be patient. You won't be disappointed with their work.

J&J roofing is by far the only company I would ever call to fix my roof. I had six leaks in my home. Buckets all over the place. The staff was incredibly responsive and showed up to immediately fix the problem. I was afraid that the rain would deter them but they came out and handled everything. They could have ripped me off and fixed my entire roof but instead gave me an accurate estimate that required only part of my roof be repaired. Many years later the roof is in perfect condition!

I'm not kidding when it comes to rooking; I've never seen a more effective crew then the gents at J&J roofing.Both Mike and Matt are easily the most professional set of brothers I've had the honest to goodness pleasure to work with.First of all they're on time. Their inspections are scheduled. They are not one of these outfits like the cable company which expects you to literally wait all day for them. If they tell you they are going to be at your house at a certain time you can bank on itThey do spot on inspections finding everything that could possibly be wrong with the roof and write up the estimate and then they do one thing further they explain everything to you, they tell you why you should retile or repair the single, they go through the bother of explaining the material and why you should use it.And they do all of that before you've even given them the job. When their crews come out they always have a supervisor who explains what's going on and gets the ball rolling.These guys work fast!And they work in teams so one set of crews comes out first thing in the morning and strips the whole house, then the builders come in and do all the wood work and then a last set comes in to do the rest of the roof.My first project was huge I honestly thought it would take about a month. They finished beautifully it in one week, no surprises, no accidents and under budget.They even cleaned everything up, and I mean they left it cleaner then it was when they came in.Honestly use J&J. Hands down the best roofing company in Los Angeles!

Great communication, easy estimates, a breakdown listing of what J&J was planning to do, decent pricing, easy to read contracts, fast workers, are just some of the few pros with J&J Roofing in LA. I Yelped a few roofing companies for my house in Los Feliz and ended up hiring J&J because of their employee and estimator Jush. He came out and gave me the clearest estimate of what needed to be done. He gave me a break down and also priced (gave me an estimate) of the service via email. The email listed the work, the contract, the pricing and all the information needed for me, the consumer.After Mike (the owner's son) and Jush set up the dates for the guys to come out, the roofers took 2 days to finish the work on my roof. Payment was never rushed and I was able to pay J&J a couple of days later for the work. The roofers came out, did work (when it was very hot) and cleaned up after themselves. Now we wait for the next rain storm in LA to see if the roof holds up. There's a nice warranty to the roof as well. Give J&J a call for a free, no frills estimate. The do good work!

Wasn't able to service my area but offered a referral to another contractor who might be able to assist me

What a cool company! They came out gave us an estimate and once approved we got scheduled. They arrived in time and the guy was super nice and friendly. The scope of the job wasn't major but no detail was overlooked and any questions I had were answered as well as shown with pictures, as I didn't go into the roof. I highly recommend them! Very efficient team.

Where to start.... when you have a slate roof in a city of asphalt, shake and Spanish tile...when you have a roof pitched so steeply it strikes fear into climbers on Everest....it's good to have J&J roofers around.They're there when I need them, they care about their work, they care for their customers... It's at this point I usually make a joke, but J&J are no joke, and I recommend them highly.

These guys are such professionals! And truly, I have had other repairs on other properties, with estimates that were cheaper, however you truly do get what you pay for in this industry! Thankfully Jush was able to get this concept thru to me, and I made the investment....it has saved me THOUSANDS on the long term. So grateful to Jush and his entire team!

Completely recommend the professionalism of Mike Glass and the team at J&J Roofing. Our home features a beautiful older triple shake roof that makes it trickier to repair and maintain than a composite roof. I interviewed three different roofing companies back in August and felt that the J&J estimate (while not the lowest) seemed to offer the most complete and thorough company to do the job right.When it comes to a home roof it has to be done correctly. The team sent out (Alan and Eric) were here for an entire day and were thorough, clean and professional. I'm happy with the results and will use them again for all my future roofing needs. One tip is to plan in advance as they book up quickly and it may take a while to get a date on their calendar. Be patient and don't wait until your roof is leaking to give J&J a phone call.

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Welcome to the Electrician Careers Guide! We have all the info you need to start a successful and high-paying career as an electrician. We've got:

There's a lot of information on this page, so hang tight. By the time you reach the end, you'll have all the guidance necessary to embark on a profitable and enjoyable career.

We promised a step-by-step guide on becoming an electrician, so lets get to that first. Heres the process youll follow to become a licensed electrician, boiled down to three steps. You will need to:

1. Learn about the different types of electrician careers (we discuss each type in a section below), and get a feel for the type of electrical work you'd like to do;

2. Find an electrical apprenticeship, either through a technical school, union, or employer, OR enroll in an electrician program at a trade school or community college, find a job after graduation, and then begin accruing the necessary work experience to...

3. Take your state or municipalitys licensing test and become a journeyman electrician.

Easy as one-two-three, right?

Let's take a look at what electricians actually do, figure out what kind of electrician you want to be, find out how much you can expect to make (some good news: it's a lot), and then go into more detail about each of the three steps.

We'll start at the beginning: electricians are vitally important to our way of life, and without them, our country would come to a grinding halt.

Every part of our lives has electrical components involved: our homes, office buildings, telecommunications networks, broadband systems, even our transportation grids all rely on electrical power. Electricians truly are America's backbone, and without them, we'd be in a bad way.

So what do electricians do, exactly? In broad terms, they:

Electricians may be self-employed, or work on teams with engineers, architects, and other tradespeople. They may work indoors in homes or businesses, or outdoors at construction sites or factories. Because they often work in different locations as new work comes in, there is often a commute involved.

That's pretty basic information and you probably knew all that, but we had to start somewhere! Let's look at some terms that you'll actually need to know if youre going to learn how to become an electrician.

Many of the terms we'll talk about on this page are not common knowledge terms, so lets take a minute to define each of them.

An electrician apprentice is someone who is learning how to be an electrician by performing basic tasks under the constant supervision of a licensed electrician. He or she will start small and complete very simple jobs, and eventually be given more responsibility and more complicated work. For many people, an apprenticeship is the first step towards becoming a fully-licensed electrician (aka, a "journeyman electrician").

Apprenticeships are an "earn as you learn"-type of situation, where you get paid for the work you do, and most (but not all) of the training you'll need is completed at various job sites. There is a certain amount of classroom training involved in an apprenticeship, but the great majority of apprentice's training is done on the job ("OTJ").

Apprentice programs are mostly organized and run by unions, but there are also state and national programs that organize apprenticeships, as well private companies and electrician training schools. Some people are able to find apprenticeships without much effort; others need to go to school and get some experience before attaining one (and we'll talk more about that later).

Apprenticeships take a while to completeusually four or five yearsbut they cover absolutely everything you'll need to know to be an electrician.

Once an apprentice has met all the requirements in an apprenticeship programor gone to a trade school or community college and worked a state-specific number of hourshe or she is allowed to take a test and become licensed as a journeyman electrician. That license is a big accomplishment, and allows the worker to build a solid career.

A journey worker has been fully trained and is capable of all types of electrical design, installation, and maintenance. They may work on residential buildings, commercial or business offices, and in industrial or factory settings. They are allowed to work on their own, and can also begin training apprentices in apprentice programs.Every state has unique requirements about what it takes to become a journeyman electrician, and we discuss those requirements in each of our state posts.

Note: some people say "journeyman electrician", others say "electrician journeyman", and some others say "journey electrician." It all means that same thing.

For many electricians, a career as a journeyman electrician is the final goal. Others, however, decide to continue their education, learn more skills, and demand higher pay as master electricians.

A master electrician has years of experience as a journeyman electrician, and a deep understanding of the tasks and jobs required of an electrician. He or she has great job security, is sought after for high-paying jobs, and may be allowed to work as an electrical contractor.

Many states offer a master electrician license, and the requirements differ depending on where the electrician wants to be licensed. In most states, a master electrician must complete the four-year apprenticeship program (or get an electrical engineering degree), complete a certain number of years of work experience, and pass an exam to prove his or her knowledge.

An electrical contractor is an electrician who is hired to design, install, and maintain electrician systems for all types of buildings (residential, commercial, industrial, etc). He or she may work alone or hire others and start a contractor company. The pay for electrical contractors is among highest of all electricians, because the training requirements and licensing tests require years of preparation.

It's worth noting that some electrical contractors have their own training programs, and can take on apprentices.

The term "helper" means different things in various parts of the United States and Canada. Sometimes it refers to someone who has no experience or training, and is given very simple jobs, such as retrieving or holding tools, digging around buried wires, or cleaning up a job site at the end of the day; other times, it refers to someone who's actually had a little bit of training and can assist the electricians as they install wiring and create electrical systems.

Either way, helpers can be an integral part of a crew, and a job as an untrained helper can be a quick way to learn about the career and make some professional contacts. Some states (like Texas), have plenty of positions for electrician helpers.

Now that we've defined some terms, let's take a look at the different types of electricians. There are:

Here's a video that interviews an outside lineman on a job site:

(One note---in the video, the worker says "After four years, you get a journeymans' license"---that varies from state to state, and we'll discuss that below.)

Getting back to the different types of electricians---there is another way to understand the differences between the various kinds of electricians, and that's by seeing where they work: in either an industrial, commercial, or residential settings. Industrial electricians work in places that use extremely high voltage, such as manufacturing centers, factories, power plants, and other areas that are off-limits to the general public. Commercial electricians work in buildings that are open to the public, such as hospitals, offices, restaurants, and retail stores. Residential electricians work on peoples' homes and apartments and in new home construction.

Are you ready for the good news? Electricians make an incredible salary:

As of May 2014, the average income for electricians in the United States $53,204 per year.

Not bad for a career that doesn't technically require a bachelor's degree from a four-year college!

We've consulted with the Bureau of Labor Statisticsthe federal agency to collects data regarding income and employmentand put together a state-by-state graph of the average electrician salary in each state, versus the average annual income of all other jobs in that state:

Believe it or not, in 47 out of the 50 states, the electrician salary was more than the average salary of all other professions! That's pretty fantastic.

Here are some other points of interest:

Another point of interest: the average salary of an electrician is higher than many positions which require a costly four-year college degree. Nice!

You may be asking, "Do those salary figures include electrician apprentices?" The answer is noelectrician apprentices earn less than electrician journeymen, but their income increases as they progress further into their apprenticeship. We discuss that below, in our "ApprenticeshipsPros and Cons" section.

There are over half-a-million electricians currently working in the United States, and that figure is expected to rise over the next twenty years. According the Bureau of Labor Statistics, electricians had 583,500 jobs as of May 2012, and employment among electricians is expected to grow 20% between 2012 and 2022. That is a faster rate of growth than all of the other occupations (the forecast for all other occupations is a 14% rate of growth).

That's the wonderful thing about electricity, as compared to other sources of energy: electricity itself is a renewable, clean source of energy. We may, over the coming decades, use less petroleum and other nonrenewable resources, but we will continue to use same amountor moreof electricity. In fact, the growing usage of solar power and wind power will require installation and/or conversionas well as maintenanceby electricians, and that may be one of the reasons why the field is expected to grow.

Most states have the same general requirements to become an electrician apprentice or enter a trade school:

It is important to note that you do not need a college degree to become an electrician. Many people choose to go to an electrician training school, trade school, or community college in order to become journeymen electricians, but a college degree is not required to become an electrician.

You don't need to be a mathematical genius to become an electrician and understand electricity, but a solid understanding of mathematicsand algebra, in particularis required.

If you're out of high school and you need a refresher, algebra is the branch of mathematics that uses letters to stand for numbers. A very basic example would be

x + 3 = 5

and you have to find out the value of x (which, in this case, would be 2).

If you're uncertain about your mathematical capabilities, it may be a great idea to enroll in an electrician program at a technical college. They will re-introduce you to algebraic expressions, and prepare you for the math you'll use OTJ.

As we mentioned above, you don't need to be Einstein, but you need a solid grasp on mathematics and algebra. In a similar way, you don't need to be the strongest person in the world, but you do need to be in somewhat decent shape to become an electrician.

On any given job site, on any given day, you may find yourself climbing / reaching / crouching / kneeling / digging / and so on. And, even without all those actions, you'll be moving around a great deal and using your hands.

That's a good thing, when you consider that desk jobs are really, truly, bad for people.

Note, above, that we say "somewhat decent shape"there are plenty of electricians who are in their fifties and sixties (both men and women alike) who aren't endurance athletes, and they're enjoying a great career. They do, however, have a full range of motion and are able to handle the physical requirements of the job.

We briefly mentioned licenses above, but it's an important topic, so we'll give you a few more details you need to know.

Once you complete an apprenticeshipor complete a specific number of supervised work hours on the jobyou'll need to get your license to become a journeyman electrician. In most cases, licenses are granted by the state, but there are certain states (Illinois is one) that licenses people at the local municipal level.

Each state has different rules about what it takes to become a journeyman, but the general requirements are usually the same. The requirements are usually related to:

You may be wondering why we're discussing licenses, when you're at the beginning of your career, and just figuring out how to become an electrician.

There are two main reasons we bring it up. Here's the first:

Because each state has unique licensing requirements, you'll (usually) want to do your apprenticeship or go to school in the state you want to work in. The requirements you meet to become a journeyman in one state may not be enough to meet the requirements to become a journeyman in another state. Some states recognize licenses from others statesthat's known as "reciprocity"but not all states have reciprocity. So, in many cases, it makes sense to receive your training in the area where you want to live and work.

Here's the second reason:

While most states have licenses for journeyman electricians, some have different types of journeyman licensesas well as other electrician licenses (Florida is one such state that has many different types of licenses; another state with a bunch of different license types is North Carolina). You don't need to figure all of this out now, but it's something to keep in mind as you move through your career.

If you would like to learn more about the electrician licensing boards and licensing requirements for each state, you can check the National Electrical Contractors Association site, or talk to your apprenticeship leader or college advisor.

In many states, if you want to become a licensed journeyman electrician, you'll need to get an apprenticeship.

Basically, you've got two options: you can try to find an apprenticeship on your own, or go to a technical college and gain the skills you need to get a job, make connections, and land an apprenticeship. Here's how to do both.

To get an apprenticeship, you can:

To enter a technical school, you can:

Each options has its advantages and its disadvantages, so let's take a lot at the pros and cons of an apprenticeship vs. a technical college.

Many electricians choose to go directly into an apprenticeship. Let's take a look at why that may be a good idea, and some of the reasons why it may be a bad idea.

Advantages Of Starting An Apprenticeship:

Disadvantages Of Finding An Apprenticeship:

There are electrician schools all over the country. Here are some reasons why school may be a great option, and some reasons why it may not be.

Disadvantages Of Going To An Electrician School:

Advantages Of Going To An Electrician School:

Here's the bottom line: if you can get an apprenticeship, you should go for it. It's the less costly option, and the training you receive will be top-notch.

If you can't get an apprenticeshipeither because you lack the math skills, or your high school grades were only so-so, or you want to get started sooner rather than laterthen going to an electrician school or community college can be a great way to get your foot in the door.

If you're going to look at schools, DO YOUR RESEARCH and make sure your school has a good reputation, does not charge too much for classes, and will help you further your career. As we said, there are some lousy schools out there, and you do not want an expensive diploma that isn't worth the paper it's printed on.

Many people are interested in a career as an electrician, but they're unsure of the first step to take.

If that describes your situation, start by learning about your options. Check out the apprenticeships in your area, learn about the educational institutions in your area, and keep a list of all the opportunities available to you.

There are a couple of different ways to get your start as an electrician, and there's no "right track" or "wrong track." Some people start their careers by contacting apprenticeship programs, and others go back to school and get the training they need. Whatever works!

Maybe we're biased, but we think a career as an electrician is a pretty great deal! If youre thinking about how to become an electrician but you need more convincing, here are some other reasons why people really enjoy a career as an electrician:

1. The pay is excellent. For a career that doesn't require a traditional four-year bachelor's degree from a university, the pay for electricians is VERY high. As we mentioned above, the average salary for electricians is $53,204. The average income for people with a high school degree and a full-time job is $31,539 and that's a difference of more than $20,000. Not too shabby.

2. Even if you go the technical college route, the student loans can be reasonable. Many electrician training programs available at tech schools and community colleges are not nearly as pricey as four-year degrees from universities, and many electricians have very little student loan debt. Keep in mind, there are electrician programs offered at for-profit colleges that are extremely pricey, and we'd urge to seriously consider all your options before enrolling in a program that is extremely expensive. Remember that there are plenty of affordable, cost-effective training programs for you to enroll in.

3. You will have to opportunity to be part of a union. Unions are a powerful ally, and they make sure that electricians receive good wages and benefits from their employers. Unions often get the biggest and most lucrative jobs in the construction world, and being a part of a union can mean job security and better pay. You don't need to be a union member if you're an electrician, but for many electricians, it's a great option.

4. You'll have an electrician's license. A professional license lets employers know that you have all the skills to get a job done. In the business world, people hire workers without really having a clear idea if they're able to do the jobs they're being hired for. It's not uncommon for a business owner to hire a sales rep or a marketing manager or an accountant, only to find out that they don't have the skills they promised they did. When you have a license, it's a message to your future employers that you've been properly trained and are a reliable worker.

5. You'll have job security. There are some jobs that won't be around in a few yearsthink, "postal worker"but there are some jobs that aren't going anywhere, and "electrician" is one of them. When you consider that electricity is a renewable resource and many industries are moving towards greener energy resources, a job as an electrician is looking pretty darn good.

6. You'll be active, but not too active. There are certain jobs in the construction services field that are pretty grueling (ie, "construction worker"), but work as an electrician is a perfect mix of "active" and "not back-breaking," and it sure beats a desk job. Plus, you'll spend a lot of your time solving problems, which can be very satisfying.

7. You'll be able to start your own business. Many electricians, after accruing enough experience and know-how, decide to open their businesses. With a skill that is in-demand and a pool of licensed workers to hire, some electricians are able to increase their salaries well into the six figures. Something to keep in mind, if you decide to become an electrician!

There's a lot here, and it's a lot to digest all at once. Visit the site as many times as you need to in order to figure out your next moves.

Remember, electricians are fundamentally important to the success of our country. If you believe that a career as an electrician is the right call for you, figure out your options, decide your path, and don't let anything stop you. You can do it.

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SOD DELIVERY Please note: The sod fields are closed on the weekend, but we are open. Any sod orders of more than small amounts, should be made no later than Friday morning, so we can fill your order for the weekend. If you need small amounts on Saturday or Sunday, please call we may still have it.Scott's Grass Guys offers sod delivery with a minimum of 1 pallet (630 sq ft). Smaller amounts are often available during the growing season (April 1- November 30). We can also deliver up to 15 pallets per truck directly from the sod field. Price is dependent upon quantity and location for delivery. Call Scott for a quote.SOD INSTALLATION can vary greatly depending on your current situation. Most projects include sod cutting all existing grass and weeds down to bare dirt, Rotor tilling to loosen the dirt, application of compost (black dirt) for nutrients, and installation of the sod. If there is a grade in your yard, we will install staples to keep the sod from slipping while it is growing in.SOD PRICING is dependent upon location, size of your project, preparation, and the time of year. If you don't ask Scott for a price, that's a mistake. Our pricing is always competitive. Some large projects are as low as $.50 per square feet.Our mulch prices are equally competitive. Hardwood mulch is delivered and installed for just $65 per cubic yard. This includes flat spade edging over all gardens and trees.Scott's Grass Guys also, of course, has a fine lawn service. We offer top-notch equipment, coupled with conscientious and friendly crews. We are dependable, timely and economical. Most residential yards are between $25 and $50 for weekly or biweekly services. Our lawn care includes edging of driveways, walkways, and trees.Stone work, patios, walkways, stone walls, and ponds and waterfalls are also available. Scott honed his wall-building style back in the 1990s and now builds walls that look like they've been around since the 1800s. Natural beauty is built into your existing landscape.Classic American Ponds is a division of Scott's Grass Guys. We design, create, and maintain koi ponds, garden ponds and waterfalls, backyard ponds, babbling brooks, and virtually anything our customers can imagine. On-site estimates are generally free and only given by Scott himself.Other services include: - sod- lawn services- mowing- mulch- edging- stone work- paver patios- brick- planting- trimming- seeding- fertilizing- aeration- lawn care- ponds - waterfalls

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Just in the dreaming stage, but I figure that maybe this year if I can swing it, Id like to add a little deck/porch to the moby something nice as a overhang for the front door, and covered so I could sit out and enjoy the rain and enjoy a little porch area.

Of course, wed build it ourselves, with the help of talented friends, but still, I got to thinking that I really had no idea of what I really want. Ill know it when I see it, and so far some of my searches seem close, but not quite right yet.

Here are some of the near misses Some are a little too big and some are a little too small, but they sort of have a similar look and idea with them. I definately want a roof over it. Something that you can hang shades on or even bug netting in a nice simple manner. A railing, that would be nice. And of course, elevated to the level of the Moby floor. Mostly because my front steps are a real doosy of a first step, without a railing, and all that. And a covered porch would give us a nice clean area without snow and ice and such, and could even be blocked in a bit in the winter to make a sort of draft stopper from the front door and all.

What do you all think? Am I heading in the right way? Anyone have any cool pictures to share of their moby deck/porch? Please let me know!

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