Landscaper Service<\/div>\nMulch depth and the volcano problem<\/h2>\n
Mulch depth and the volcano problem<\/h2>\n<\/div>\nWe handle mulch & edging for homeowners, business owners and property managers across Wrentham, Norfolk, Franklin, Foxboro, Plainville, Medway and Bellingham. Whether you need one project or care all season long, you deal with the owner. That is true from the first phone call to the final walkthrough. There is no salesperson, call center or rotating crew of subcontractors in between. We have built our name in these towns since 2012. That work spans mulch & edging and the full range of landscape and hardscape jobs. Reviews and repeat customers are the reason most of our new jobs come from word of mouth.<\/pee>Mulch is not decoration \u2014 it holds moisture, blocks weeds and protects roots. A crisp spade edge is what keeps it in the bed.<\/pee>We re-cut every edge by hand, clear the old material where it has matted, and install fresh mulch at the right depth \u2014 never volcanoed against trunks.<\/pee>Mulch does three jobs: it holds soil moisture, it suppresses weeds, and it moderates soil temperature. It only does them at the right depth. Too thin and weeds push straight through; too thick and you create a sponge that stays wet against roots and starves them of oxygen. Two to three inches is the number, and we top rather than pile so beds do not climb higher every year.<\/pee>The most common damage we fix is the mulch volcano \u2014 mulch heaped against a tree trunk. It holds moisture against the bark, invites rot and rodents, and slowly girdles the tree. We keep mulch pulled back into a flat ring so the root flare can breathe.<\/pee>\nCommon Mulch & Edging problems we fix<\/h3>\nMost people call us about mulch & edging because something has already gone wrong, or they want to make sure it never does. These are the issues we see most often across Wrentham, Norfolk, Franklin, Foxboro, Plainville, Medway and Bellingham, and every one of them is preventable when the work is done right the first time:<\/pee>\n\n- ✓<\/span>Mulch piled against tree trunks (mulch volcanoes) that rot the bark<\/li>\n
- ✓<\/span>Edges that disappear after the first heavy rain<\/li>\n
- ✓<\/span>Old matted mulch that sheds water instead of holding it<\/li>\n
- ✓<\/span>Weeds coming through fresh mulch because beds were never cleared<\/li>\n
- ✓<\/span>Too-thin coverage that fades by July<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
What’s included with our Mulch & Edging<\/h3>\n\n- ✓<\/span>Hand-cut spade edges<\/li>\n
- ✓<\/span>Old mulch de-matted<\/li>\n
- ✓<\/span>Premium bark mulch<\/li>\n
- ✓<\/span>Correct 2\u20133 inch depth<\/li>\n
- ✓<\/span>Trunk and stem clearance<\/li>\n
- ✓<\/span>Beds weeded first<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Every one of those items is part of the price we quote, not an upsell we spring on you halfway through. When we scope your mulch & edging, we spell out exactly what is included so there are no surprises on the invoice and no corners cut where you cannot see them. If your project needs something not on this list, we will tell you up front and price it separately rather than quietly leaving it out to make the number look better.<\/pee>\nRecent mulch & edging work<\/h3>\nEvery photo below is from a job our own crew completed. Browse more in our photo gallery<\/a>.<\/pee>\n\n![\"Fresh](\"https:\/\/newadvantagetemp.com\/tenfourlandscape\/wp-content\/uploads\/mulch-edging-wrentham-norfolk-franklin-foxboro-ma-1-510x382.jpg\")
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<\/figure>\n![\"Hillside](\"https:\/\/newadvantagetemp.com\/tenfourlandscape\/wp-content\/uploads\/mulch-edging-wrentham-norfolk-franklin-foxboro-ma-4-510x382.jpg\")
<\/figure>\n![\"Clean,](\"https:\/\/newadvantagetemp.com\/tenfourlandscape\/wp-content\/uploads\/spring-fall-clean-up-wrentham-norfolk-franklin-foxboro-ma-2-510x382.jpg\")
<\/figure>\n![\"Neat](\"https:\/\/newadvantagetemp.com\/tenfourlandscape\/wp-content\/uploads\/spring-fall-clean-up-wrentham-norfolk-franklin-foxboro-ma-3-510x382.jpg\")
<\/figure>\n![\"Mulch](\"https:\/\/newadvantagetemp.com\/tenfourlandscape\/wp-content\/uploads\/spring-fall-clean-up-wrentham-norfolk-franklin-foxboro-ma-4-510x382.jpg\")
<\/figure>\n<\/div>\nHow the job runs<\/h3>\nWe keep the process simple and predictable so you always know what is happening and what comes next. Here is how a mulch & edging job runs with Ten Four, from the first call to the final walkthrough, with the owner reachable at every step.<\/pee>\n\n\n01<\/div>\n\nWeed and prep the beds<\/div>\nBefore any mulch goes down, beds are weeded and old mulch that has matted into a crust is broken up so water and air can move again. Mulch over a matted layer just seals the problem in.<\/pee><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n02<\/div>\n\nHand-cut spade edge<\/div>\nWe cut a clean, V-shaped spade edge by hand where bed meets lawn. That edge is what makes a bed read finished and what physically holds the mulch off the grass.<\/pee><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n03<\/div>\n\nCorrect depth, correct clearance<\/div>\nFresh bark mulch goes down at two to three inches, deep enough to suppress weeds and hold moisture but not so deep it suffocates roots. We keep it pulled back off trunks and stems to prevent rot.<\/pee><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n04<\/div>\n\nClean finish<\/div>\nWalks and drives are blown clean and the property is left tidy the day we finish.<\/pee><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\nWhat drives the price<\/h3>\nHonest answer: mulch & edging is priced by the job, not off a rate card, because no two properties are the same. Anyone who quotes you a firm price over the phone without seeing the site is guessing, and that guess usually turns into a change order later. We would rather walk the property, understand exactly what you want, and give you a real written number. A few of the things that move the price up or down:<\/pee>\n\nTotal bed square footage and linear feet of edge<\/pee><\/div>\nMulch type and how many yards the beds need<\/pee><\/div>\nHow much weeding and de-matting the beds need first<\/pee><\/div>\nWhether old mulch is removed or topped<\/pee><\/div>\n<\/div>\nWhen to schedule<\/h3>\nThis is recurring, seasonal work from spring through fall, and the earlier you get on the route the more the results compound over the year. Our calendar for mulch & edging fills up fastest in spring and early fall, so the sooner you reach out, the more flexibility you have on timing. If you are planning ahead, we are happy to get you on the schedule early and confirm the details closer to the date.<\/pee>\nThe crew and the equipment<\/h3>\nEvery mulch & edging job is run by Seth and our own crew, not subcontractors, with the equipment and materials matched to the work in front of us. The person who quotes your job is the person on site while it is built, so nothing gets lost between the estimate and the finished result. We show up with the right machines for the job, keep the site clean while we work, and leave it the way we would want our own property left. We source our materials from suppliers we have worked with for years, so what goes into your mulch & edging is the same quality we would put on our own homes, not the cheapest thing available that week.<\/pee>\nOur service area<\/h3>\nOur yard is in Wrentham, so mulch & edging in Wrentham, Norfolk, Franklin, Foxboro, Plainville, Medway and Bellingham is close-to-home work for us, not a drive we pad the estimate to cover. We know the clay-heavy New England<\/a> soil, the frost depth that decides how we build, and the freeze-thaw that punishes anything built shallow or drained poorly. We live and work in the same towns you do. If you ever need us back, we are only a short drive away. We also care what the neighbors think of the work, because they are our neighbors too.<\/pee>\nAbout your estimate<\/h3>\nYour mulch & edging estimate is free and in writing, with the scope spelled out line by line — no vague allowances that balloon once the work is underway. Seth walks the property with you before we quote it, listens to what you are actually trying to solve, and puts a real number on paper. If something changes once we open up the site, you hear about it before we do the work, not after. We will also tell you honestly if a smaller, cheaper approach would serve you just as well — we would rather do the right-sized job and earn the next one than oversell you once.<\/pee>\nWhy a local owner-operator<\/h3>\nSeth Dias owns Ten Four and is on the job, not just on the estimate, so the person accountable for your mulch & edging is the person actually doing it. We have worked in these towns since 2012 and built a five-star Google reputation the honest way, one finished job at a time. A big franchise can send a different crew every visit; with us, you get the same face, the same standards and someone who still has to see you at the hardware store next week. That accountability is the whole point of hiring a local owner-operator. Our name is on the truck, on the estimate and on the reputation. Cutting a corner on your mulch & edging is never worth it to us.<\/pee>\nWhy choose Ten Four for Mulch & Edging<\/h3>\nThere are plenty of people who will quote you mulch & edging. Here is what you get with Ten Four that you do not get everywhere else:<\/pee>\n\n- ✓<\/span>Done by our own crew<\/strong> — Ten Four Landscape & Construction does not subcontract mulch & edging; Seth Dias walks the property and stays on the job.<\/li>\n
- ✓<\/span>Built for New England weather<\/strong> — every mulch & edging job accounts for frost, drainage and our clay-and-sand soils.<\/li>\n
- ✓<\/span>Everything in writing<\/strong> — a free written estimate with the scope spelled out: hand-cut spade edges, old mulch de-matted, premium bark mulch and more.<\/li>\n
- ✓<\/span>One call, one invoice<\/strong> — mulch & edging coordinated with the rest of your property so nothing is redone later.<\/li>\n
- ✓<\/span>Local since 2012<\/strong> — the same owner-operator, serving Wrentham, Norfolk, Franklin, Foxboro, Plainville, Medway and Bellingham from our Wrentham yard.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Signs it’s time for Mulch & Edging<\/h3>\n\n- ✓<\/span>Beds look faded, thin or full of weeds<\/li>\n
- ✓<\/span>The edge between bed and lawn has disappeared<\/li>\n
- ✓<\/span>Old mulch has crusted into a hard mat<\/li>\n
- ✓<\/span>Mulch is piled against trunks and stems<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Mulch & Edging questions we get<\/h3>\n\n\nHow much does mulch & edging cost in Wrentham, MA?<\/h4>\n<\/summary>\nIt depends on the size of the property, site access and the materials involved. Estimates are free and in writing across Wrentham, Norfolk, Franklin, Foxboro, Plainville, Medway and Bellingham. Seth walks the property with you first so the number reflects the real job, not a guess.<\/div>\n<\/details>\n\n\nAre your mulch & edging estimates really free?<\/h4>\n<\/summary>\nYes. Every estimate from Ten Four Landscape & Construction is free and delivered in writing, with no obligation.<\/div>\n<\/details>\n\n\nWhat is included with mulch & edging?<\/h4>\n<\/summary>\nOur standard scope includes hand-cut spade edges, old mulch de-matted, premium bark mulch, correct 2\u20133 inch depth, trunk and stem clearance, beds weeded first. Anything outside that is listed separately on your estimate so there are no surprises.<\/div>\n<\/details>\n\n\nDo you do mulch & edging for commercial properties and property managers?<\/h4>\n<\/summary>\nYes. We work for homeowners, business owners and property management companies. Commercial and managed properties get a written scope, certificates of insurance on file and one point of contact.<\/div>\n<\/details>\n\n\nWhich towns do you serve for mulch & edging?<\/h4>\n<\/summary>\nWrentham, Norfolk, Franklin, Foxboro, Plainville, Medway and Bellingham, Massachusetts \u2014 all from our yard at 2570 West St, Wrentham. If you are just outside that area, call and ask.<\/div>\n<\/details>\n\n\nWhen is the best time of year for mulch & edging?<\/h4>\n<\/summary>\nApril through early June, after spring clean-up and before the summer heat. Mulch does the most good when it goes down on warm, moist soil before weeds get established. A lighter top-up in fall helps protect roots over winter.<\/div>\n<\/details>\n\n\nWho will actually be doing the work?<\/h4>\n<\/summary>\nOur own crew, with our own equipment. Ten Four Landscape & Construction is owner-operated: Seth Dias started landscaping in 2001, founded the company in 2012, and is on site for every job.<\/div>\n<\/details>\n\n\nAre you licensed and insured?<\/h4>\n<\/summary>\nYes. We are licensed and insured, and we provide certificates of insurance to commercial clients and property managers before work starts.<\/div>\n<\/details>\n\n\nHow do I get started?<\/h4>\n<\/summary>\nCall (508) 505-5416 Monday to Friday, 7am to 5pm, or use the Request A Quote form. We answer the phone during business hours and return every message the same day.<\/div>\n<\/details>\n\n\nWhy choose Ten Four Landscape & Construction for mulch & edging?<\/h4>\n<\/summary>\nWe do the unglamorous parts right because that is the whole difference between a job and a callback \u2014 and our 5.0-star Google rating with 21 reviews reflects it.<\/div>\n<\/details>\nMulch & Edging across the towns we serve<\/h3>\nWrentham<\/a>Norfolk<\/a>Franklin<\/a>Foxboro<\/a>Plainville<\/a>Medway<\/a>Bellingham<\/a><\/div>\nRelated services: Property Maintenance<\/a>, Planting<\/a>, Spring & Fall Clean-Up<\/a> — or see all our services<\/a>.<\/pee>At the end of the day, mulch & edging is an investment in your property, and you deserve to know it was done by people who will stand behind it. We treat every job — large or small — as if the next customer is going to drive by and judge our work by it, because in these towns, they usually do. That is how we have grown almost entirely on referrals and repeat business, and it is why we are comfortable putting everything in writing before we start.<\/pee>Ready to talk about mulch & edging? Call (508) 505-5416<\/a>, Monday through Friday 7am to 5pm, or request a free written estimate<\/a> and Seth will walk your property himself.<\/pee><\/article>\n
Common Mulch & Edging problems we fix<\/h3>\nMost people call us about mulch & edging because something has already gone wrong, or they want to make sure it never does. These are the issues we see most often across Wrentham, Norfolk, Franklin, Foxboro, Plainville, Medway and Bellingham, and every one of them is preventable when the work is done right the first time:<\/pee>\n\n- ✓<\/span>Mulch piled against tree trunks (mulch volcanoes) that rot the bark<\/li>\n
- ✓<\/span>Edges that disappear after the first heavy rain<\/li>\n
- ✓<\/span>Old matted mulch that sheds water instead of holding it<\/li>\n
- ✓<\/span>Weeds coming through fresh mulch because beds were never cleared<\/li>\n
- ✓<\/span>Too-thin coverage that fades by July<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
What’s included with our Mulch & Edging<\/h3>\n\n- ✓<\/span>Hand-cut spade edges<\/li>\n
- ✓<\/span>Old mulch de-matted<\/li>\n
- ✓<\/span>Premium bark mulch<\/li>\n
- ✓<\/span>Correct 2\u20133 inch depth<\/li>\n
- ✓<\/span>Trunk and stem clearance<\/li>\n
- ✓<\/span>Beds weeded first<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Every one of those items is part of the price we quote, not an upsell we spring on you halfway through. When we scope your mulch & edging, we spell out exactly what is included so there are no surprises on the invoice and no corners cut where you cannot see them. If your project needs something not on this list, we will tell you up front and price it separately rather than quietly leaving it out to make the number look better.<\/pee>\nRecent mulch & edging work<\/h3>\nEvery photo below is from a job our own crew completed. Browse more in our photo gallery<\/a>.<\/pee>\n\n<\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n<\/div>\nHow the job runs<\/h3>\nWe keep the process simple and predictable so you always know what is happening and what comes next. Here is how a mulch & edging job runs with Ten Four, from the first call to the final walkthrough, with the owner reachable at every step.<\/pee>\n\n\n01<\/div>\n\nWeed and prep the beds<\/div>\nBefore any mulch goes down, beds are weeded and old mulch that has matted into a crust is broken up so water and air can move again. Mulch over a matted layer just seals the problem in.<\/pee><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n02<\/div>\n\nHand-cut spade edge<\/div>\nWe cut a clean, V-shaped spade edge by hand where bed meets lawn. That edge is what makes a bed read finished and what physically holds the mulch off the grass.<\/pee><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n03<\/div>\n\nCorrect depth, correct clearance<\/div>\nFresh bark mulch goes down at two to three inches, deep enough to suppress weeds and hold moisture but not so deep it suffocates roots. We keep it pulled back off trunks and stems to prevent rot.<\/pee><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n04<\/div>\n\nClean finish<\/div>\nWalks and drives are blown clean and the property is left tidy the day we finish.<\/pee><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\nWhat drives the price<\/h3>\nHonest answer: mulch & edging is priced by the job, not off a rate card, because no two properties are the same. Anyone who quotes you a firm price over the phone without seeing the site is guessing, and that guess usually turns into a change order later. We would rather walk the property, understand exactly what you want, and give you a real written number. A few of the things that move the price up or down:<\/pee>\n\nTotal bed square footage and linear feet of edge<\/pee><\/div>\nMulch type and how many yards the beds need<\/pee><\/div>\nHow much weeding and de-matting the beds need first<\/pee><\/div>\nWhether old mulch is removed or topped<\/pee><\/div>\n<\/div>\nWhen to schedule<\/h3>\nThis is recurring, seasonal work from spring through fall, and the earlier you get on the route the more the results compound over the year. Our calendar for mulch & edging fills up fastest in spring and early fall, so the sooner you reach out, the more flexibility you have on timing. If you are planning ahead, we are happy to get you on the schedule early and confirm the details closer to the date.<\/pee>\nThe crew and the equipment<\/h3>\nEvery mulch & edging job is run by Seth and our own crew, not subcontractors, with the equipment and materials matched to the work in front of us. The person who quotes your job is the person on site while it is built, so nothing gets lost between the estimate and the finished result. We show up with the right machines for the job, keep the site clean while we work, and leave it the way we would want our own property left. We source our materials from suppliers we have worked with for years, so what goes into your mulch & edging is the same quality we would put on our own homes, not the cheapest thing available that week.<\/pee>\nOur service area<\/h3>\nOur yard is in Wrentham, so mulch & edging in Wrentham, Norfolk, Franklin, Foxboro, Plainville, Medway and Bellingham is close-to-home work for us, not a drive we pad the estimate to cover. We know the clay-heavy New England<\/a> soil, the frost depth that decides how we build, and the freeze-thaw that punishes anything built shallow or drained poorly. We live and work in the same towns you do. If you ever need us back, we are only a short drive away. We also care what the neighbors think of the work, because they are our neighbors too.<\/pee>\nAbout your estimate<\/h3>\nYour mulch & edging estimate is free and in writing, with the scope spelled out line by line — no vague allowances that balloon once the work is underway. Seth walks the property with you before we quote it, listens to what you are actually trying to solve, and puts a real number on paper. If something changes once we open up the site, you hear about it before we do the work, not after. We will also tell you honestly if a smaller, cheaper approach would serve you just as well — we would rather do the right-sized job and earn the next one than oversell you once.<\/pee>\nWhy a local owner-operator<\/h3>\nSeth Dias owns Ten Four and is on the job, not just on the estimate, so the person accountable for your mulch & edging is the person actually doing it. We have worked in these towns since 2012 and built a five-star Google reputation the honest way, one finished job at a time. A big franchise can send a different crew every visit; with us, you get the same face, the same standards and someone who still has to see you at the hardware store next week. That accountability is the whole point of hiring a local owner-operator. Our name is on the truck, on the estimate and on the reputation. Cutting a corner on your mulch & edging is never worth it to us.<\/pee>\nWhy choose Ten Four for Mulch & Edging<\/h3>\nThere are plenty of people who will quote you mulch & edging. Here is what you get with Ten Four that you do not get everywhere else:<\/pee>\n\n- ✓<\/span>Done by our own crew<\/strong> — Ten Four Landscape & Construction does not subcontract mulch & edging; Seth Dias walks the property and stays on the job.<\/li>\n
- ✓<\/span>Built for New England weather<\/strong> — every mulch & edging job accounts for frost, drainage and our clay-and-sand soils.<\/li>\n
- ✓<\/span>Everything in writing<\/strong> — a free written estimate with the scope spelled out: hand-cut spade edges, old mulch de-matted, premium bark mulch and more.<\/li>\n
- ✓<\/span>One call, one invoice<\/strong> — mulch & edging coordinated with the rest of your property so nothing is redone later.<\/li>\n
- ✓<\/span>Local since 2012<\/strong> — the same owner-operator, serving Wrentham, Norfolk, Franklin, Foxboro, Plainville, Medway and Bellingham from our Wrentham yard.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Signs it’s time for Mulch & Edging<\/h3>\n\n- ✓<\/span>Beds look faded, thin or full of weeds<\/li>\n
- ✓<\/span>The edge between bed and lawn has disappeared<\/li>\n
- ✓<\/span>Old mulch has crusted into a hard mat<\/li>\n
- ✓<\/span>Mulch is piled against trunks and stems<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Mulch & Edging questions we get<\/h3>\n\n\nHow much does mulch & edging cost in Wrentham, MA?<\/h4>\n<\/summary>\nIt depends on the size of the property, site access and the materials involved. Estimates are free and in writing across Wrentham, Norfolk, Franklin, Foxboro, Plainville, Medway and Bellingham. Seth walks the property with you first so the number reflects the real job, not a guess.<\/div>\n<\/details>\n\n\nAre your mulch & edging estimates really free?<\/h4>\n<\/summary>\nYes. Every estimate from Ten Four Landscape & Construction is free and delivered in writing, with no obligation.<\/div>\n<\/details>\n\n\nWhat is included with mulch & edging?<\/h4>\n<\/summary>\nOur standard scope includes hand-cut spade edges, old mulch de-matted, premium bark mulch, correct 2\u20133 inch depth, trunk and stem clearance, beds weeded first. Anything outside that is listed separately on your estimate so there are no surprises.<\/div>\n<\/details>\n\n\nDo you do mulch & edging for commercial properties and property managers?<\/h4>\n<\/summary>\nYes. We work for homeowners, business owners and property management companies. Commercial and managed properties get a written scope, certificates of insurance on file and one point of contact.<\/div>\n<\/details>\n\n\nWhich towns do you serve for mulch & edging?<\/h4>\n<\/summary>\nWrentham, Norfolk, Franklin, Foxboro, Plainville, Medway and Bellingham, Massachusetts \u2014 all from our yard at 2570 West St, Wrentham. If you are just outside that area, call and ask.<\/div>\n<\/details>\n\n\nWhen is the best time of year for mulch & edging?<\/h4>\n<\/summary>\nApril through early June, after spring clean-up and before the summer heat. Mulch does the most good when it goes down on warm, moist soil before weeds get established. A lighter top-up in fall helps protect roots over winter.<\/div>\n<\/details>\n\n\nWho will actually be doing the work?<\/h4>\n<\/summary>\nOur own crew, with our own equipment. Ten Four Landscape & Construction is owner-operated: Seth Dias started landscaping in 2001, founded the company in 2012, and is on site for every job.<\/div>\n<\/details>\n\n\nAre you licensed and insured?<\/h4>\n<\/summary>\nYes. We are licensed and insured, and we provide certificates of insurance to commercial clients and property managers before work starts.<\/div>\n<\/details>\n\n\nHow do I get started?<\/h4>\n<\/summary>\nCall (508) 505-5416 Monday to Friday, 7am to 5pm, or use the Request A Quote form. We answer the phone during business hours and return every message the same day.<\/div>\n<\/details>\n\n\nWhy choose Ten Four Landscape & Construction for mulch & edging?<\/h4>\n<\/summary>\nWe do the unglamorous parts right because that is the whole difference between a job and a callback \u2014 and our 5.0-star Google rating with 21 reviews reflects it.<\/div>\n<\/details>\nMulch & Edging across the towns we serve<\/h3>\nWrentham<\/a>Norfolk<\/a>Franklin<\/a>Foxboro<\/a>Plainville<\/a>Medway<\/a>Bellingham<\/a><\/div>\nRelated services: Property Maintenance<\/a>, Planting<\/a>, Spring & Fall Clean-Up<\/a> — or see all our services<\/a>.<\/pee>At the end of the day, mulch & edging is an investment in your property, and you deserve to know it was done by people who will stand behind it. We treat every job — large or small — as if the next customer is going to drive by and judge our work by it, because in these towns, they usually do. That is how we have grown almost entirely on referrals and repeat business, and it is why we are comfortable putting everything in writing before we start.<\/pee>Ready to talk about mulch & edging? Call (508) 505-5416<\/a>, Monday through Friday 7am to 5pm, or request a free written estimate<\/a> and Seth will walk your property himself.<\/pee><\/article>\n
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- ✓<\/span>Mulch piled against tree trunks (mulch volcanoes) that rot the bark<\/li>\n
- ✓<\/span>Edges that disappear after the first heavy rain<\/li>\n
- ✓<\/span>Old matted mulch that sheds water instead of holding it<\/li>\n
- ✓<\/span>Weeds coming through fresh mulch because beds were never cleared<\/li>\n
- ✓<\/span>Too-thin coverage that fades by July<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
What’s included with our Mulch & Edging<\/h3>\n
- \n
- ✓<\/span>Hand-cut spade edges<\/li>\n
- ✓<\/span>Old mulch de-matted<\/li>\n
- ✓<\/span>Premium bark mulch<\/li>\n
- ✓<\/span>Correct 2\u20133 inch depth<\/li>\n
- ✓<\/span>Trunk and stem clearance<\/li>\n
- ✓<\/span>Beds weeded first<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Every one of those items is part of the price we quote, not an upsell we spring on you halfway through. When we scope your mulch & edging, we spell out exactly what is included so there are no surprises on the invoice and no corners cut where you cannot see them. If your project needs something not on this list, we will tell you up front and price it separately rather than quietly leaving it out to make the number look better.<\/pee>\n Recent mulch & edging work<\/h3>\n
Every photo below is from a job our own crew completed. Browse more in our photo gallery<\/a>.<\/pee>\n \n<\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n<\/div>\nHow the job runs<\/h3>\n
We keep the process simple and predictable so you always know what is happening and what comes next. Here is how a mulch & edging job runs with Ten Four, from the first call to the final walkthrough, with the owner reachable at every step.<\/pee>\n \n\n01<\/div>\n\nWeed and prep the beds<\/div>\nBefore any mulch goes down, beds are weeded and old mulch that has matted into a crust is broken up so water and air can move again. Mulch over a matted layer just seals the problem in.<\/pee><\/div>\n<\/div>\n \n02<\/div>\n\nHand-cut spade edge<\/div>\nWe cut a clean, V-shaped spade edge by hand where bed meets lawn. That edge is what makes a bed read finished and what physically holds the mulch off the grass.<\/pee><\/div>\n<\/div>\n \n03<\/div>\n\nCorrect depth, correct clearance<\/div>\nFresh bark mulch goes down at two to three inches, deep enough to suppress weeds and hold moisture but not so deep it suffocates roots. We keep it pulled back off trunks and stems to prevent rot.<\/pee><\/div>\n<\/div>\n \n04<\/div>\n\nClean finish<\/div>\nWalks and drives are blown clean and the property is left tidy the day we finish.<\/pee><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n What drives the price<\/h3>\n
Honest answer: mulch & edging is priced by the job, not off a rate card, because no two properties are the same. Anyone who quotes you a firm price over the phone without seeing the site is guessing, and that guess usually turns into a change order later. We would rather walk the property, understand exactly what you want, and give you a real written number. A few of the things that move the price up or down:<\/pee>\n \nTotal bed square footage and linear feet of edge<\/pee><\/div>\n Mulch type and how many yards the beds need<\/pee><\/div>\n How much weeding and de-matting the beds need first<\/pee><\/div>\n Whether old mulch is removed or topped<\/pee><\/div>\n<\/div>\n When to schedule<\/h3>\n
This is recurring, seasonal work from spring through fall, and the earlier you get on the route the more the results compound over the year. Our calendar for mulch & edging fills up fastest in spring and early fall, so the sooner you reach out, the more flexibility you have on timing. If you are planning ahead, we are happy to get you on the schedule early and confirm the details closer to the date.<\/pee>\n The crew and the equipment<\/h3>\n
Every mulch & edging job is run by Seth and our own crew, not subcontractors, with the equipment and materials matched to the work in front of us. The person who quotes your job is the person on site while it is built, so nothing gets lost between the estimate and the finished result. We show up with the right machines for the job, keep the site clean while we work, and leave it the way we would want our own property left. We source our materials from suppliers we have worked with for years, so what goes into your mulch & edging is the same quality we would put on our own homes, not the cheapest thing available that week.<\/pee>\n Our service area<\/h3>\n
Our yard is in Wrentham, so mulch & edging in Wrentham, Norfolk, Franklin, Foxboro, Plainville, Medway and Bellingham is close-to-home work for us, not a drive we pad the estimate to cover. We know the clay-heavy New England<\/a> soil, the frost depth that decides how we build, and the freeze-thaw that punishes anything built shallow or drained poorly. We live and work in the same towns you do. If you ever need us back, we are only a short drive away. We also care what the neighbors think of the work, because they are our neighbors too.<\/pee>\n About your estimate<\/h3>\n
Your mulch & edging estimate is free and in writing, with the scope spelled out line by line — no vague allowances that balloon once the work is underway. Seth walks the property with you before we quote it, listens to what you are actually trying to solve, and puts a real number on paper. If something changes once we open up the site, you hear about it before we do the work, not after. We will also tell you honestly if a smaller, cheaper approach would serve you just as well — we would rather do the right-sized job and earn the next one than oversell you once.<\/pee>\n Why a local owner-operator<\/h3>\n
Seth Dias owns Ten Four and is on the job, not just on the estimate, so the person accountable for your mulch & edging is the person actually doing it. We have worked in these towns since 2012 and built a five-star Google reputation the honest way, one finished job at a time. A big franchise can send a different crew every visit; with us, you get the same face, the same standards and someone who still has to see you at the hardware store next week. That accountability is the whole point of hiring a local owner-operator. Our name is on the truck, on the estimate and on the reputation. Cutting a corner on your mulch & edging is never worth it to us.<\/pee>\n Why choose Ten Four for Mulch & Edging<\/h3>\n
There are plenty of people who will quote you mulch & edging. Here is what you get with Ten Four that you do not get everywhere else:<\/pee>\n - \n
- ✓<\/span>Done by our own crew<\/strong> — Ten Four Landscape & Construction does not subcontract mulch & edging; Seth Dias walks the property and stays on the job.<\/li>\n
- ✓<\/span>Built for New England weather<\/strong> — every mulch & edging job accounts for frost, drainage and our clay-and-sand soils.<\/li>\n
- ✓<\/span>Everything in writing<\/strong> — a free written estimate with the scope spelled out: hand-cut spade edges, old mulch de-matted, premium bark mulch and more.<\/li>\n
- ✓<\/span>One call, one invoice<\/strong> — mulch & edging coordinated with the rest of your property so nothing is redone later.<\/li>\n
- ✓<\/span>Local since 2012<\/strong> — the same owner-operator, serving Wrentham, Norfolk, Franklin, Foxboro, Plainville, Medway and Bellingham from our Wrentham yard.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Signs it’s time for Mulch & Edging<\/h3>\n
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- ✓<\/span>Beds look faded, thin or full of weeds<\/li>\n
- ✓<\/span>The edge between bed and lawn has disappeared<\/li>\n
- ✓<\/span>Old mulch has crusted into a hard mat<\/li>\n
- ✓<\/span>Mulch is piled against trunks and stems<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Mulch & Edging questions we get<\/h3>\n
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How much does mulch & edging cost in Wrentham, MA?<\/h4>\n<\/summary>\n
It depends on the size of the property, site access and the materials involved. Estimates are free and in writing across Wrentham, Norfolk, Franklin, Foxboro, Plainville, Medway and Bellingham. Seth walks the property with you first so the number reflects the real job, not a guess.<\/div>\n<\/details>\n\n\n
Are your mulch & edging estimates really free?<\/h4>\n<\/summary>\n
Yes. Every estimate from Ten Four Landscape & Construction is free and delivered in writing, with no obligation.<\/div>\n<\/details>\n\n\n
What is included with mulch & edging?<\/h4>\n<\/summary>\n
Our standard scope includes hand-cut spade edges, old mulch de-matted, premium bark mulch, correct 2\u20133 inch depth, trunk and stem clearance, beds weeded first. Anything outside that is listed separately on your estimate so there are no surprises.<\/div>\n<\/details>\n\n\n
Do you do mulch & edging for commercial properties and property managers?<\/h4>\n<\/summary>\n
Yes. We work for homeowners, business owners and property management companies. Commercial and managed properties get a written scope, certificates of insurance on file and one point of contact.<\/div>\n<\/details>\n\n\n
Which towns do you serve for mulch & edging?<\/h4>\n<\/summary>\n
Wrentham, Norfolk, Franklin, Foxboro, Plainville, Medway and Bellingham, Massachusetts \u2014 all from our yard at 2570 West St, Wrentham. If you are just outside that area, call and ask.<\/div>\n<\/details>\n\n\n
When is the best time of year for mulch & edging?<\/h4>\n<\/summary>\n
April through early June, after spring clean-up and before the summer heat. Mulch does the most good when it goes down on warm, moist soil before weeds get established. A lighter top-up in fall helps protect roots over winter.<\/div>\n<\/details>\n\n\n
Who will actually be doing the work?<\/h4>\n<\/summary>\n
Our own crew, with our own equipment. Ten Four Landscape & Construction is owner-operated: Seth Dias started landscaping in 2001, founded the company in 2012, and is on site for every job.<\/div>\n<\/details>\n\n\n
Are you licensed and insured?<\/h4>\n<\/summary>\n
Yes. We are licensed and insured, and we provide certificates of insurance to commercial clients and property managers before work starts.<\/div>\n<\/details>\n\n\n
How do I get started?<\/h4>\n<\/summary>\n
Call (508) 505-5416 Monday to Friday, 7am to 5pm, or use the Request A Quote form. We answer the phone during business hours and return every message the same day.<\/div>\n<\/details>\n\n\n
Why choose Ten Four Landscape & Construction for mulch & edging?<\/h4>\n<\/summary>\n
We do the unglamorous parts right because that is the whole difference between a job and a callback \u2014 and our 5.0-star Google rating with 21 reviews reflects it.<\/div>\n<\/details>\nMulch & Edging across the towns we serve<\/h3>\n
Wrentham<\/a>Norfolk<\/a>Franklin<\/a>Foxboro<\/a>Plainville<\/a>Medway<\/a>Bellingham<\/a><\/div>\nRelated services: Property Maintenance<\/a>, Planting<\/a>, Spring & Fall Clean-Up<\/a> — or see all our services<\/a>.<\/pee> At the end of the day, mulch & edging is an investment in your property, and you deserve to know it was done by people who will stand behind it. We treat every job — large or small — as if the next customer is going to drive by and judge our work by it, because in these towns, they usually do. That is how we have grown almost entirely on referrals and repeat business, and it is why we are comfortable putting everything in writing before we start.<\/pee> Ready to talk about mulch & edging? Call (508) 505-5416<\/a>, Monday through Friday 7am to 5pm, or request a free written estimate<\/a> and Seth will walk your property himself.<\/pee><\/article>\n - ✓<\/span>The edge between bed and lawn has disappeared<\/li>\n
- ✓<\/span>Built for New England weather<\/strong> — every mulch & edging job accounts for frost, drainage and our clay-and-sand soils.<\/li>\n
- ✓<\/span>Old mulch de-matted<\/li>\n
- ✓<\/span>Edges that disappear after the first heavy rain<\/li>\n