45 Years of Landscaping in Central Illinois
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Al put our downspouts underground, hauled dirt in and graded the dirt for our new lawn. Al's 40 years of experience paid off for us.
- Daron P.Conscientious responsible, dependable, competitively priced, reasonable, pleasant to deal with, trustworthy, creative. That's Al Bragg. We'd hire him again without hesitation.
- Sarah M.AL is a super nice, honest man who does great work! Would recommend to everyone!
- Jeff D.Services

Back Hoe / Loader / Mini Excavator Work
We offer expert backhoe, loader, and mini excavator services for digging, grading, and more.
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Erosion and Drainage Control
Runnoff and erosion are common problems. We offer a variety of solutions to combat the elements, including culverts, downspout pipes, retaining walls, and more.
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Concrete and Stone Rip-Rap
Concrete tear outs and removal along with delivery and placement of new concrete and stone rip-rap for shorelines and erosion control.
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Retaining Walls
We build strong, reliable retaining walls that protect your property from erosion and control water runoff. Designed to last and built to fit your landscape.
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Tree Removal
Dead or downed tree on your property. Pesky limbs growing over your home? We do tree removal and trimming.
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Seeding, Fertilizing, and Lawn Renovations
Does your lawn need a makeover? We do complete lawn renovations, including dirt delivery, grading, seeding, and fertilizing.
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Drive and Lane Installation
We install and maintain gravel drives and access lanes with proper grading and rock placement to ensure a smooth, durable surface.
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Forestry Mulching
Hard to reach limbs and trees can be mulched and removed using our forestry mulching attachment on a excavator.
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For over 45 years, clients in the Fulton and Tri-county areas have trusted their land shaping and custom lawn building needs to one of the most recognized names in the business: Al Bragg.
Offering a wide variety of services, from constructing new lawns to correcting poor drainages, Al Bragg Co. offers free on-site estimates to clients who value skills that can only be acquired with decades of experience. Residential and commercial clients alike trust Al Bragg for jobs of all sizes and budgets.



Testimonials
Al Bragg is no brag, just facts. The facts are: He is a hard worker, conscientious, skillful and gets the job done at a reasonable price. We had an area in the backyard where we had an above ground pool. The area was quite large with a retaining wall, river rock and mason sand where the pool stood. It was an eye sore. Al tore out the retaining wall, rock and sand and replaced them with dirt that was graded to perfection. He restored our yard to its former self and we couldnβt be any happier with his work. He went above and beyond to transform that area back to a state that you would have never guessed had such an original ugly scar. Excellent work!
- Don W.Al Bragg has been doing various excavating jobs on my farm for many years. Al is a highly skilled, experienced excavator. Friendly, always on time, quick to get the job done, and very fair. He is a real pleasure to work with.
- Kim AnnAl did a great job at a fair price. He added a 10β section to our existing culvert in a very difficult to access location. He is a professional and a great guy!
- Cathy PauliGreat hardworking guy. Definitely helps out his customers the best he can and gives it his all to make sure the job is done properly and right the first time!
- Brycen SteinWe commissioned Al for a rather large job of grinding 11 tree stumps, removing the debris (which another contractor was supposed to do and never came back to finish the job), grading a large portion of our yard, and then seeding it so grass would grow. He took some extra steps to make sure that everything was done right, including trenching some downspouts to make sure our side yard wouldnβt end up as a swamp again. I would 100% recommend him for any landscaping/excavating work you need done. Heβs a very hard worker and will get your job done as quickly as possible and will do an amazing job in the process.
- Salina PorterAl completed several projects we had lined up. He had right equipment to finish each job. He completed each task to our satisfaction. I would highly recommend him for his workmanship.
- Douglas GordonAl is highly recommend! He took my property from a mud pit to a beautiful looking yard with ease. This was no small project, it included tree removal, drain tile addition, finish grading and seeding of almost 2 acres of grass. If i could give more than 5 stars i would.
- Bo GrandyAl Bragg is top notch! He came in when we were in a pinch with some major land erosion/movement after some heavy rains. His work was second to none. Due to the urgent nature of our project.. We didnβt have a great plan/design, but he came through with a beautiful transformation of our property with added drainage and erosion control that looks amazing! His skill on his equipment was impeccable. The area wasnβt easy to work in, but he maneuvers his equipment perfectly. All of that, plus he is just a great guy to work around. Couldnβt recommend anyone more than Al! Photos to follow soon!
- Steve AmstutzAl did some work for us doing riprap erosion control on our lakefront property. He did a great job, was professional, and we are very happy with the result.
- Amy CroasdaleFor those of you needing drive way work done, get a hold of Al Bragg. He does a fantastic job and is well worth it.
- Mary PhillipsI would definitely recommend Al Bragg. He just did final grade, finish work, and seeding around our newly constructed pool. We hauled in 10 loads of dirt to reshape for proper water runoff. It looks great. Al was on time, worked fast and efficiently and charged us a fair price. Very happy with the service!
- Drew ViceCalled Al to look at our driveway. He came out, gave us an estimate, and was back that day to do the job. I highly recommend him. He did a great job. Thank you again.
- Angie LeachI hired AL Bragg to put a pad down for a portable building I am having put in my yard. AL is very courteous an very knowledgeable of his craft. I called, we met an discussed the layout an the next thing you know, my pad was being built. AL used the excess dirt from the job an put around the foundation of the house as needed. Thank you AL for your professionalism an great work ethic.
- Gary TellAl Bragg is a consummate professional and very skilled operating his equipment. He has done several jobs for me including driveway grade, forestry mulching, tree removal and drainage work. Each time he completed the work in a timely manner for a reasonable price. He is also a nice guy and conversation comes easy. Highly recommend Al Bragg for any land improvement jobs!
- Scott CarterAl Bragg demonstrated he has the vision and ability to transform our stump and root filled disaster of a yard into a beautifully contoured and seeded landscape. Al utilized his equipment to dig up and haul away two loads of tree stumps and roots left behind by a local tree trimming service. Al hauled in multiple loads of top-quality top soil, rough and finished graded the yard prior to fertilizing and seeding the area with his application specific equipment. Al asked for our input multiple times to make sure he was satisfying our expectations. I highly recommend Al Bragg for all of your land shaping needs!!
- Jim M.I hired Al Bragg Landshaping to work on three (3) of my properties and Al was very professional from our initial conversion to completing the jobs and he definitely went the extra mile to get to get the job done on time and on budget.
- Rod CaulkinsAl Bragg came out and leveled, seeded my yard where I had eight trees removed. He did a great job and I am very pleased with the way it turned out. He is friendly, reasonable, and I would hire him to do work for me again. Great Job Al and thank you again.
- Sheila Raschert****Update**** I got the area ready and called him. He was here a few days after I contacted him. He completed the job in about two hours. He cleaned up before he left. Did a great job!! I've already posted on Facebook for others to contact him. Al Bragg came by to explain to me what I need to do in an area next to my driveway. It's a section about 10 feet wide and 60 feet long. Not a real big area, but he still made the effort to come out and advise me on the best thing to do in that area. I appreciated him taking time out of his day to do this. When I am ready to proceed, I will definitely give him a call.
- Anita PatonWe recently hired Al Bragg to finish grade our lawn after an addition was added. He then seeded the yard. His 40 plus years of experience was obvious as he worked the soil back and forth to shape the lawn as we envisioned. He has the equipment, skills, and experience to complete any earth moving job for you. On top of that, he is a friendly, personable, and reasonable.
- Kathy NafzigerGreat job. 5 STARS. Moved uneven finished yard. All work was 5.o great personality Wayne All work 5.0plete any earth moving job for you. On top of that, he is a friendly, personable, and reasonable.
- Wayne satterfieldAl Bragg came by to explain to me what I need to do in an area next to my driveway. It's a section about 10 feet wide and 60 feet long. Not a real big area, but he still made the effort to come out and advise me on the best thing to do in that area. I appreciated him taking time out of his day to do this. When I am ready to proceed, I will definitely give him a call.
- Anita PatonAl did a fantastic job on my driveway. He leveled it out and then put new white rock down. Very professional and wonderful job.
- Linda KocherWe called Al Bragg to grate and put white rock on our driveway in Manito. Al gave us a good estimate and he earned every bit of it. He did a fantastic job on the driveway. He took great care avoiding the flowers and trees we had and the final results were just as we wanted. We highly recommend him for any job you need done.
- Marlisa PratherAl did our final grade and seeded our grass on a new construction. The grade looks great and was done fast after agreeing to the bid. Al is very professional and easy to work with. Definitely recommend.
- Seth BroqAl Bragg is a true professional! He created the lawn for our new home with great care and attention to detail. He listened to my wife and I about how we wanted our lawn to look and made it happen. Iβm sure we will have the best lawn in our neighborhood! Call Al - heβs the best!
- David McMullenAl just put in a rock drive for me he did an awesome job he Johnny on the spot.I tried for over a year to get somebody to come and do the job and my neighbor gave me Al's number. I called him he was there the next day . If I ever need work done again I would call Al.If you need work done and done right Al would be the guy to call. You ROCK Al!!!
- Melody BarkdollAl has done drive way reshaping for us the past two years...always does an excellent, professional job!! We are very happy he is close by and ready to help us out every Spring.
- Richard HeiselWe were extremely pleased with the work that Al did repairing the gravel road from farmhouse to fields. He was reliable, prompt, efficient and the final cost came in below the estimated bid. Al is very easy to work with.
- Sheri M.Al has been doing work in and around Lake Camelot for years and has a wonderful reputation for doing quality work. The most recent project he completed for us was done quickly and professionally. I would certainly recommend Al Bragg for your next project!
- Daryl Johnson-Camelot RTAWe own and manage commercial properties in seven states and I wish we had Al in all of them. He has been an awesome general contractor! He's done concrete work, helped to find sewer lines, landscaping, dirt work , seeding and most recently a large creek bank repair. I can't say enough good things. He's been extremely reliable, helpful and is also fair in his pricing. I'd highly recommend using him.
- Ethan CzlapinskiAl Bragg Co. really got the job done for me on several occasions! Personally, he has done new lawn preparation and planting on two homes that I built and the lawns turned out beautifully in both cases. Al has a real talent for making sure that water drainage will be correct to head off any future water issues. He also did extensive work at our church. The lawn turned out perfectly and we had him come back to do an additional area several years later. He has every piece of equipment needed and is simply a great person to deal with - honest, timely and hard working!
- Bob WisemanAl Bragg, provided excellent results and was fearless in taking on the challenges our property issues presented. Thankfully, we listened to Al's advice and judgment on how to best to solve the drainage problems. Great results and great value. Thank you Al you are the BEST!
- Jeff ZookConscientious responsible, dependable, competitively priced, reasonable, pleasant to deal with, trustworthy, creative. That's Al Bragg. We'd hire him again without hesitation.
- Carolyn ClassenAL is a super nice, honest man who does great work! Would recommend to everyone!
- Merissa RiveraAl excavated and trenched for underground conduet and electrical wires to go from pole building to telephone pole. He also backfilled, grated and seeded and did excellent at all aspects of the job. He takes Great pride in doing a good job. He showed the same great pride and workmanship in other jobs he has done for us.
- Marla BakerAl Bragg has been doing our yard repair for years he's a very reliable and cost efficient landscaper and would recommend to anyone who needs anything done in the yard or business grounds.
- Cheri H.Al was great to work with and did an amazing job transforming our side lot. What used to be a bunch of brush, dead trees, and poison oak is now a beautiful grassy play area for the kids!
- Shaun HowardAl Bragg has helped our family with various landcaping issues for over 20 years. Beginning when we built our home, later after installing a pool - we were distraut over how the pool installer left the ground and Al came to our rescue leaving the area better than we ever initially imagined, and most recently as we are installing a patio he promptly came over to help clear the ground. Our family highly recommends Al for all your lanscaping needs.
- Jamey P.We used Al Bragg Co. on two different phases of land-shaping and lawn seeding at our church after tornado and construction damage to our lawn. We couldn't be more satisfied! He does quality work, very conscientious and isn't afraid to tackle the most difficult of circumstances! He took three very difficult areas of debris and poor soil and we now enjoy a beautiful lawn. I would highly recommend Al Bragg for any lawn project big or small.
- Tom H.Al put our downspouts underground, hauled dirt in and graded the dirt for our new lawn. Al's 40 years of experience paid off for us.
- Darron P.Service Areas
Al Bragg Landshaping provides professional landscaping and excavation services throughout Central Illinois. Based near Peoria, we work with both residential and commercial clients across the region, bringing expert equipment, decades of experience, and honest workmanship to every job.
- Peoria
- East Peoria
- Pekin
- Bartonville
- Mapleton
- Dunlap
- Canton
- Metamora
- Washington
- Morton
- Canton
- And surrounding areas
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(309) 224-9310Location
Mapleton, IL 61548