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TrueCare Landscaping, LLC
5.0(
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Serving Ballwin, MO and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I hired TrueCare Landscaping to clear out a bunch of severely over grown shrubs and weeds in our front and back yards. Leon and Karen did an outstanding job on a very big project! Leon even removed a dead tree for me that was not part our original agreement. I was so pleased with their work that I chose TrueCare over two other companies to come back for major tree trimming, and removal of 4 very large trees and 3 large arborvitaes. Leon had a highly experienced guy on his crew who removed those limbs with great skill. All debris was removed leaving the yard clean. Leon and his crew did a fabulous job on the project!! Leon cares a great deal about the quality of work his crew performs and it shows. They deliver on the scope of work agreed upon and went above and beyond. Communication throughout both projects was excellent. Leon and his crew were an absolute pleasure to work with. I highly recommend TrueCare Landscaping!"
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Response time5 hrs
Response rate93%
13 neighbors recently requested a quote
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City Scapes
5.0(
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Serving Ballwin, MO and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Chris and his crew from CityScape were nothing short of OUTSTANDING! My wife and I were blown away by their professionalism and willing to take care of the customer. It seems in a world where customer service seems to be lacking anymore, there are still people and businesses like Chris and CityScape who truly understand and appreciate what it means to provide excellent service! Chris was simply fantastic from the very beginning and his communication with my wife and I was first rate. We also noticed a real attention to detail from his crew that really was something special. We could not more pleased with CityScape. In my honest opinion if anyone is need for any services that CityScape provides such as landscapes or any concrete or stone walls, etc call Chris at CityScape and you will be very glad you did!!"
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Response time7 hrs
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by78%of homeowners
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Trujillo Gardens, LLC
4.7(
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Serving Ballwin, MO and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Trujillo Gardens, LLC. Installed a French drain system for my foundation issues. I Highly recommended Trujillo Landscaping. They are highly skilled, trust worthy, fair priced and dependable."
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+389

Response time1 day
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Allen Outdoor Solutions
4.6(
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Serving Ballwin, MO and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 1993

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"If I could give 0 stars, I would. I hope this is a warning for anyone considering using Allen, they are absolutely HORRENDOUS to work with. Never in my life have I spoken with such a disgusting manager. To give back story, we hired Allen to inspect our backflow last July. A member of the team came out, inspected, and gave us a green/blue tag saying we were “all good to go”. He mentioned that we didn’t need any paperwork, and that they would submit it directly to the water district. A year later, our water district called letting us know they were shutting off our water because they never got a passing test from Allen. The manager and receptionist BOTH said it was mine and my husband’s fault because we mentioned in passing that we would eventually take out our sprinkler, so the information never got sent to the water district. DISGUSTING! This was also after admitting that the inspector didn’t work there anymore “for good reason”. After arguing with the Manager who still insisted it was mine and my husband’s fault, they sent out a new tech who straight up told the manager while I was standing there “the inspector did pass them in their inspection and gave them a tag. The information is all here. The office must not have filed the paperwork correctly”. They still continued to send us a bill for the re-inspection. Save yourself the hassle and hire someone that actually cares."
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Response time2 days
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Recommended by88%of homeowners
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FAQs for sod installation projects in Ballwin, MO

Seeding costs less up front, but you’ll wait months—and sometimes a full season—for the grass to fill in. Sod costs more per square foot, yet it gives you an instant, usable lawn the day it’s installed and needs far less care during the first year. 

If speed and early curb appeal matter, the higher sod price is often worth it; if you’re watching every dollar and don’t mind the wait, seed can still be a smart play.

Start by sketching your lawn and breaking it into rectangles or circles. Measure each section, multiply length by width, and then add all the sections together for the total square footage. Standard sod rolls are two feet by 1.5 feet, and one pallet covers 450 square feet. 

Divide your total area by 450 to see how many pallets you need, then round up—extras come in handy for cutting around curves or mistakes. Still unsure? A local sod supplier or installer can confirm your math before you order.

Most sod grips the soil within 10 to 14 days. During that stretch, keep foot traffic to a minimum and mow only if the grass gets tall. After two weeks, the roots should be strong enough for light use, but wait six weeks before heavy play or frequent mowing. Giving the grass that short honeymoon helps it anchor firmly and sets the stage for a durable, healthy lawn.

Give your new lawn two full weeks before any foot traffic, then stick to light use only. Hold off on vigorous play, parties, or regular mowing until the six-week mark so the roots can dig deep. Keep watering on schedule and watch for any dry patches. A little patience now means stronger turf and fewer repairs later.

Keep an eye on color, moisture, and even growth. Fresh sod should stay uniformly green; brown spots or gaps hint at dry soil or poor contact. Water deeply at least once a day for the first week (more in hot weather) and back off gradually after the roots take. Avoid heavy foot traffic until the grass feels firmly anchored. Quick attention to trouble spots now prevents costly patches later.

Aim for spring or early fall when daytime temps hover between 55°F and 80°F. Mild weather and consistent moisture help the roots knit quickly. Laying sod in midsummer can stress the grass, while frozen winter soil blocks rooting altogether. 

If you must install outside the ideal window, budget extra time for watering and tending to the turf. Choosing the right season makes the job easier and the lawn tougher.

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