Bare soil in Rangely dries out fast, blows away in the wind, and grows weeds like crazy. A good layer of mulch or rock fixes all three problems at once. It holds moisture around plant roots, keeps soil in place, blocks weed seeds, and gives the whole property a finished look.
We install bark mulch, decorative rock, river rock, and gravel in planting beds, around trees, along foundations, and in larger landscaped areas. Every job starts with prep: clearing weeds and old material, shaping beds, and laying landscape fabric where it makes sense. Then we spread the material to the right depth and finish the edges so it stays where it belongs. If you aren’t sure whether rock or mulch fits your yard better, we’ll walk through the tradeoffs with you before anything gets ordered.
We know which materials hold up to Rangely's wind, sun, and dry summers, and which ones end up in the neighbor's yard.
We bring wheelbarrows, rakes, edging tools, and hauling trucks, so material gets moved and spread without damaging your lawn.
If your beds just need a refresh instead of a full redo, we'll tell you and quote the smaller job.
Spilled rock and mulch get swept off walks and drives, and old material is hauled away before we leave.
Both materials have a place, and the right choice depends on what’s planted and how much wind the spot gets. Bark mulch breaks down over time and feeds the soil, which helps shrubs, perennials, and trees. It also stays cooler in summer, which plant roots appreciate when July highs push into the 90s. The downside in Rangely is wind. Light mulch can blow out of exposed beds, so it works best in sheltered spots or as a heavier, chunkier product.
Rock stays put, lasts for years, and needs very little upkeep. It’s ideal for foundations, side yards, slopes, and open areas that catch the wind. Rock does absorb and reflect heat, so it can stress delicate plants in full sun. Many Rangely yards end up with a mix: mulch around plantings and rock in the open, high traffic, or windy areas. Color matters too. Lighter rock reflects more heat onto nearby plants and walls, while darker or earth toned stone blends with the high desert surroundings and hides dust better between rinses.
Rangely gets only about 11 inches of precipitation a year, so watering is a real cost and a real chore. Ground cover is one of the simplest ways to cut that down. Mulch slows evaporation from the soil surface, so plants need less frequent watering. Rock areas with drought tolerant plants or no plants at all can replace thirsty lawn in spots where grass struggles anyway, like narrow strips along driveways or hot south facing slopes. Pairing new beds with a quick check of your sprinklers and drip lines makes sure water goes where it’s needed, and our irrigation fixes service can adjust heads or repair leaks while we’re there.
The material on top only performs as well as the prep underneath. Here’s what we do before any mulch or rock goes down:
Skipping these steps is why so many rock beds end up full of weeds within a season or two. Doing them right means years of low maintenance instead.
Wood mulch piled against siding or a foundation holds moisture there, and that can lead to rot and invite insects. Rock against a foundation should be graded so water runs away from the house, not toward it. We leave a gap between mulch and siding and shape beds so snowmelt drains out instead of pooling. If your yard has a bigger drainage problem, like water collecting along the foundation every spring, drainage solutions can fix the grade before new material goes in.
For commercial properties and rentals, rock is often the smartest choice. It looks clean, holds up to foot traffic, and doesn’t need replacing every year. Along Main Street storefronts, around office buildings, and at oilfield service company entries, a well defined rock bed gives a polished first impression with almost no upkeep. For rentals, rock means one less thing a tenant has to maintain, and fewer weeds for you to deal with between turnovers.
Not every project needs a full tear out. Many beds just need weeds pulled, edges reset, and a fresh top layer of mulch or rock to look new again. Mulch generally needs topping off every year or two as it breaks down, while rock might only need a cleanup and a thin top layer every several years. We’ll tell you honestly whether your beds need a refresh or a full redo. When weeds are the main issue, combining the refresh with regular weed control keeps the new material looking clean much longer, so the money you put into it goes further.
We measure beds, look at plants, sun, wind, and drainage, and help you choose between mulch, rock, or a mix.
You get a free quote with material type, coverage area, fabric, edging, and removal of old material spelled out.
We clear weeds, shape beds, lay fabric, and spread material evenly to the right depth with crisp, clean edges.
We walk the finished beds with you, sweep up stray material, and share tips for keeping them clean and weed free.
