Tapper Turf & Land

08/22/2026

We created a pondside seating area with natural stone steps leading down to the water — perfect for relaxing, fishing, or just enjoying the pond.

The project also included shoreline stonework, decorative rock, grading, and new seed with erosion-control blanket.

08/15/2026

Dirtwork, drainage and landscape construction in Central Iowa.

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08/13/2026

Retaining wall and window well install in Polk City.

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08/05/2026

Protect your home by directing water away from the foundation.

We specialize in grading, drainage, French drains, and downspout solutions.

Contact Tapper Turf & Land today.
515 971 9368

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08/04/2026

Another wall complete.

Dirt work, drainage, retaining walls and landscape construction.

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08/03/2026

🌸 These 11 border plants stay beautiful with less work:

Whenever I mention “neglect” in my titles, my biggest fear is people thinking it’s okay to neglect a certain plant, as it will be beneficial for its growth. To be honest, that’s just NOT TRUE! Neglect in the context of growing plants simply means that they don’t need excessive love and a....

08/02/2026

We’re Hiring – Landscape Laborers

Tapper Turf & Land is looking for dependable full-time and part-time landscape laborers to join our team.

What we offer:
• Competitive hourly pay
• Project bonuses
• Meet at our shop in Slater, Iowa each workday
• Typical hours: Monday–Friday, 7:30 AM–5:30 PM

Requirements:
• Able to lift up to 60 lbs
• Comfortable working outdoors for extended periods
• Reliable transportation and a strong work ethic

Experience is preferred, but we’re willing to train the right person.

Typical projects include:
• Retaining walls
• Patios
• Rock installation
• Landscape edging
• Drain tile installation

If you enjoy working outdoors and take pride in building quality projects, we’d love to hear from you.

Send us a message or apply online!

Central Iowa's trusted partner for drainage, grading, landscaping, and dirtwork. 15+ years of experience. Free estimates.

07/31/2026

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07/27/2026

Our crew got an early start today to beat the Iowa heat, and they’re doing it in our new dry-fit shirts.

Staying cool, working safely, and getting the job done right for our customers.

The temperatures may rise, but our commitment to quality never changes.

07/24/2026

“The bitterness of poor quality remains long after the sweetness of a low price is forgotten.”

Earlier this season, we redid a landscaping project because the original contractor installed the fabric incorrectly. Weeds were everywhere, the rock was sinking, and the homeowner couldn’t even get the contractor to return a phone call.

That’s why we do things differently.

We don’t just install landscaping—we help you choose the right materials, colors, and layout for your home. We properly prepare the base, install the fabric correctly, and stand behind every project with a workmanship warranty.

We know we won’t always be the lowest price, but our goal has never been to be the cheapest. It’s to provide the best value with quality work, honest communication, and service you can count on long after the job is finished.

***picture is of a recent install to show the quality of our work