Suburban Landscaping

Our Mission at Suburban Landscaping & Lawn Maintenance is to design, build, and maintain beautiful, functional landscapes that meet our clients needs and exceed their expectations as we turn their deams into reality. To furher this mission, we strive to provide creative solutions, quality service, and to deliver to each and every customer 100% of what what promised. In this endeavor, we promise to serve our customers with honesty, integrity, and reliable service. We view our clients projects as an investment in our future, earned by our customers satisfaction and providing superior service.

De-thatching, or often called power raking, your lawn is the mechanical removal of excess thatch from your lawn. Unlike aerating, de-thatching is not a routine or annual service that your lawn requires. Most lawns have a consistently normal amount of thatch, between 1/2 and 3/4 inch, and with the help of certain bacteria, additional thatch accumulation will slowly break down over time so the height stays at that normal level. De-thatching is only called for when the thatch layer exceeds the recommended amount and the excess needs to be removed and disposed.

Trees are a precious resource that we all value highly, but like all living things, trees and plants have a natural life expectancy. At Suburban Landscaping tree removal is not a service we like to promote, but sometimes it is a necessary measure in maintaining the health of other trees and plants in the landscape. Just as often trees need to be removed for new construction, dangerous conditions, or just because the tree is dying. We prefer to save your trees if possible, and recommend removal as a measure of last resort.

Annual lawn aeration is the secret to making your lawn healthy, lush and green. You could simply aerate a lawn area and after a few weeks without having applied fertilizers at all, notice a dramatic increase in color, growth pattern and density. Water and air are very important to the soil ecosystem, and to the health of the soils micro-organisms that naturally break down thatch in healthy lawns. Good drainage conditions and ensuring an adequate amount of air in the topsoil are essential so grass roots can breathe and grow.

When most people think of retaining walls, usually only one kind comes to mind; the kind that you see holding back a hillside. While this is one function of a retaining wall, there are many new styles and functions of retaining walls. Walls can be made from many different materials including natural stone, wood, and man made products. They satisfy a variety of outdoor needs and can be both functional and decorative. Available materials come in a variety of sizes, shapes, and colors and can be installed in many different ways.

Since 1984 Suburban landscaping has been creating and installing creative, custom landscapes for our clients in Illinois and Indiana. As a catch-all phrase for most people, the term landscaping does cover many of our services, however we like to think of landscaping as it's own unique specialty. The skilled artistic talent of beautifully combining a wide pallet of trees, shrubs, ground covers, and perennials to create a unique, appealing landscape is one that takes time and experience. Knowing the plant is only part of the creative process that our designers work within.

Vibrant, well-maintained landscaping will enhance the beauty and value of your property. That is why it is so important to nourish and protect it from pesky diseases, hungry bugs, and the harsh winter weather. Our professional applicators and technicians understand and follow specific procedures to ensure the health and safety of your trees for years to come. Our professional, certified tree & shrub care experts also understand how our climate and environmental conditions influence tree and shrub growth, and they use that knowledge to provide tree & shrub care that treats and prevents issues appropriately.

Industrial landscape maintenance offers a unique challenge to landscape maintenance contractors. Industrial properties have concerns that commercial and multi-family properties usually do not have. Suburban Landscaping has years of experience in maintaining industrial properties and is flexible enough to service all types of industrial property. Below, we address some common concerns from industrial landscape maintenance clients and address how we can help. Most industrial landscape maintenance clients have gated, guarded, or restricted access areas throughout the grounds.

Adding a custom fire pit as part of your landscape design will enhance the enjoyment of your backyard for you and your guests by providing warmth, light, and ambiance, making them a natural gathering spot for entertaining. A fire pit also is the perfect way to extend your backyard time well into the evening, even during the spring and fall. Nothing makes a cool evening more enjoyable than sitting by a roaring outdoor patio fire pit. An evening around the fire pit, alone or with friends is a great way to rejuvenate yourself after a long day at work and getting lost in the flame of a fire can help you de-stress and unwind.

At Suburban Landscaping, we listen carefully to fully understand your individual needs when it comes to your home's landscape maintenance. Our residential lawn care specialists will work with you to develop a lawn maintenance program that addresses the conditions specific to your home as well as your personal preferences. Since 1984, our high-quality, professional service has made us the Chicagoland leader in residential lawn care. With our experienced and reliable staff, you'll have the peace of mind of knowing that your yard and property will always look its best.

At Suburban Landscaping we specialize in commercial landscape maintenance and the unique needs of larger properties. A well maintained landscape around your office complex, apartment buildings, condominiums, or townhomes is an essential first impression to show your clients or residents. For multi-family properties, the quality of the landscape maintenance is the most important thing your residents see, and showing them pleasing curb appeal when they arrive home is essential. For commercial property owners and landlords, the more inviting your landscaping looks the more clients will walk through your tenants doors.

Since 1984, we've been establishing relationships with our maintenance customers in the south suburbs of Chicago and Northwest Indiana, many of which have lasted for years and even decades. Our residential lawn care experts are available to help you turn your lawn into the envy of your neighborhood. With our full range of landscape services, we are able to custom tailor a service package which meets your wants and needs. We offer custom lawn maintenance tailored to fit your property and your budget.

Suburban Landscaping has been plowing commercial and multi-family properties since 1984. Earning respect from peers and clients alike for reliable, professional service, even in the worst conditions such as the blizzards of 1999 and 2010. With customized contracts, scheduled routes, clearing times and excellent communication with our clients, Suburban Landscaping has become a recognized leader in the Chicago southland for snow plowing and ice control. We can offer our clients several types of snowplowing contracts to suit their exact needs and expectations.

When it's time to take life outdoors, a brick patio or driveway is a perfect host for all of your family activities. Brick pavers define beauty, elegance and durability for driveways, walkways, pool decks and patios unlike any other paving material. Every Suburban Landscaping brick project is custom tailored to your needs and the look and feel of your property. When you hire Suburban Landscaping to do your brick patio or driveway, your mind will be at ease because you'll know you are in good hands.

Mulching of the planting beds is a very important item from a horticultural aspect that is often overlooked. Mulching the beds offers many health benefits to the existing landscape, as well as improve the aesthetics of your property. Even if your beds have don't have plants, mulch will still benefit you by breaking down into nutrient form and enriching your existing soil. A test in the town of Crete, Illinois showed that in one year, 3" of hardwood mulch turned 1" of clay soil into usable, nutrient rich soil.