Business Details
18 Years
experience
Your Trusted Landscaping Partner in Sugar Grove, IL
Founded in 2008, Not Just Grass is a family-owned and operated landscaping company serving the Fox Valley area for over 15 years. Our commitment to quality, collaboration, and communication drives every project we undertake, from initial design to ongoing maintenance. With a focus on craftsmanship and customer satisfaction, we offer comprehensive services including lawn care, hardscaping, drainage solutions, and seasonal cleanups. Our team prioritizes staying current with industry trends and plant health advancements to deliver tailored, sustainable solutions.Acquiring Spring Bluff Nursery in 2022, we now provide in-person plant selections, enhancing our ability to meet client needs. Fully insured and bonded, we serve residential and commercial clients across Chicagoland's western suburbs, ensuring every project reflects our core values of excellence and trust.
Services
Lawn Maintenance
Spring & Fall Cleanups
Tree & Shrub Trimming
Mulch Installation
Lawn Fertilizer
Weed Control
Snow Removal
Drainage Solutions
Pool Decks
Patios
Details
- Year established: 2008
Highlights and features
- Family-owned with 15+ years of local landscaping expertise.
- Fully insured and bonded for client peace of mind.
- Award-winning projects recognized by Unilock Century Club.
- Acquired Spring Bluff Nursery for enhanced plant selection.
- Specialize in drainage solutions and seasonal maintenance.
What people say
Exceeded expectations
Dependable company
Professional crew
Transformed our yard
Fair pricing
Services
Lawn Maintenance
Our lawn maintenance services ensure year-round health and aesthetics. From mowing and trimming to fertilization and weed control, we tailor programs to property size and environmental factors. With 15+ years of experience, we combine proven techniques with modern equipment to maintain vibrant, well-manicured lawns for residential and commercial clients.
Drainage Solutions
We specialize in resolving water accumulation issues through French drains and regrading. Our team addresses basement seepage and puddling by designing systems that redirect stormwater effectively. With over 15 years tackling Chicagoland's unique drainage challenges, we provide lasting solutions that protect properties from water damage while maintaining landscape integrity.
Pool Decks
We create durable, stylish pool decks using premium pavers like Unilock. Our designs integrate safety, functionality, and aesthetics, ensuring seamless transitions between pool areas and outdoor living spaces. Backed by award-winning craftsmanship, each project undergoes meticulous planning to match client visions while adhering to structural and environmental requirements.
Spring & Fall Cleanups
Our seasonal cleanup services prepare properties for winter dormancy and spring growth. Tasks include debris removal, mulch replenishment, and plant health assessments. These essential services promote long-term landscape vitality while enhancing curb appeal. Commercial and residential clients benefit from our systematic approach to seasonal transitions, ensuring year-round property readiness.
Outdoor Lighting
We install strategic outdoor lighting systems that enhance safety, security, and ambiance. Our designs highlight architectural features and landscape elements through thoughtful placement and energy-efficient technology. By balancing functionality with artistic appeal, we extend usable hours for outdoor spaces while creating visually striking nighttime environments tailored to client preferences.
Questions
What landscaping services do you offer?
We provide full-service landscaping including design, build, and maintenance. Specific offerings include lawn care, hardscaping (patios/pool decks), drainage solutions, seasonal cleanups, and outdoor lighting installations.
Do you serve both residential and commercial clients?
Yes, we serve both residential and commercial properties across Chicagoland's western suburbs, offering tailored solutions for properties of all sizes.
How does your maintenance scheduling work?
We schedule regular maintenance based on property needs and seasonality. Clients receive service reminders, with adjustments communicated promptly for weather-related changes.
Are you insured for landscaping projects?
Yes, we maintain full insurance coverage including liability and workers' compensation to ensure client protection and project security.
Can you handle complex drainage issues?
With 15+ years of experience, we specialize in resolving water management challenges through French drains, regrading, and other proven solutions tailored to property-specific conditions.
What areas do you service?
We primarily serve Fox Valley and Chicagoland's western suburbs, including Batavia, Elgin, and Sugar Grove, Illinois.
Reviews (4)
Bawoof
Dec 05, 2021
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This company mows my neighbors lawn across the street. Quite often they will block my driveway with the ramp from trailer Just happened today.
St C.
Apr 28, 2021
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If you are looking for a great landscaping company for your residential or commercial needs, look no further!
Hire, Not Just Grass! We have been customers for over eight years and have always received top notch customer service and care! Their prices are very reasonable and they are always responsive and considerate. We also love how professional and courteous their lawn care professionals are that cut our grass! You simply wont find nicer, more fair people to work with which will save you time, money and provide you the peace of mind in knowing your yard is expertly cared for!
Hire, Not Just Grass! We have been customers for over eight years and have always received top notch customer service and care! Their prices are very reasonable and they are always responsive and considerate. We also love how professional and courteous their lawn care professionals are that cut our grass! You simply wont find nicer, more fair people to work with which will save you time, money and provide you the peace of mind in knowing your yard is expertly cared for!
Rich Felder
Dec 03, 2020
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Positive:Professionalism,Punctuality,Quality,Responsiveness,Value
The management and staff are very responsive and considerate! Always go the extra mile and are ready to serve. Ive even seen the staff pulling weeds and picking up blowing trash. No other company we have used in the past would do this! You can also set your watch by their weekly schedule. I am VERY pleased with them.
The management and staff are very responsive and considerate! Always go the extra mile and are ready to serve. Ive even seen the staff pulling weeds and picking up blowing trash. No other company we have used in the past would do this! You can also set your watch by their weekly schedule. I am VERY pleased with them.
Pam Cavanaugh
Aug 05, 2020
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Amazing staff, sod, and prices. I have gone back three times for the beautiful sod. Since my neighbors see the results from the sod I installed, I now ask them how many rolls they would like. The price for a roll of sod is less than any other sod distributor. The quality of the sod is excellent.
