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Heartland Lawn and Landscape

10829 County Road 692
5.00(
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•Approved Pro

Heartland Lawn and Landscape

10829 County Road 692
5.00(
2
)
•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
26 years of experience

We stand on our company's values of integrity, communication, skills, and quality work. We strive to provide the best expertise of every job we do along with keeping our customers informed all the way through. Our mission is to leave every customer happier than we found them. We would love to start with YOU! We look forward to earning your business! Call Today!

"I was very happy with this company. Scott and his emploies were so nice. I will defintelyl use this company again. They do top quality work."

Janis H on September 2021

We stand on our company's values of integrity, communication, skills, and quality work. We strive to provide the best expertise of every job we do along with keeping our customers informed all the way through. Our mission is to leave every customer happier than we found them. We would love to start with YOU! We look forward to earning your business! Call Today!

"I was very happy with this company. Scott and his emploies were so nice. I will defintelyl use this company again. They do top quality work."

Janis H on September 2021

MJ Buildings

4001 Highway P
5.00(
4
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•Approved Pro

MJ Buildings

4001 Highway P
5.00(
4
)
•Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: Quick response
17 local quotes requested
14 years of experience

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business! Book with us online or feel free to give us a call today!

"Very nice guys and willing to work with you. Photos coming soon"

Robin B on February 2025

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business! Book with us online or feel free to give us a call today!

"Very nice guys and willing to work with you. Photos coming soon"

Robin B on February 2025

Cape G. Solutions

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Cape G. Solutions

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MARCUS JANZOW

Unknown
5.00(
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MARCUS JANZOW

Unknown
5.00(
2
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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
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Side Project Handyman Service

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Side Project Handyman Service

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3 years of experience

Two college students doing side projects for people that need help quick. We strive to meet your needs with quality work and fast scheduling. Inform us on what you need and we will let you know immediately what we can do for you.

Two college students doing side projects for people that need help quick. We strive to meet your needs with quality work and fast scheduling. Inform us on what you need and we will let you know immediately what we can do for you.

Williams Landscape Design

303 West Adams St
5.00(
1
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Williams Landscape Design

303 West Adams St
5.00(
1
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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

10% discount on initial service when mentioning website. Gardens. Edging. Mulch. Stone. Rock. Grass clipping. Fertilizer. Hardscaping. Patios. Pavers.

10% discount on initial service when mentioning website. Gardens. Edging. Mulch. Stone. Rock. Grass clipping. Fertilizer. Hardscaping. Patios. Pavers.

Dutch Lawn & Tree Service

4.67(
3
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Dutch Lawn & Tree Service

4.67(
3
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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Family owned & operated.

Family owned & operated.

5 Star Tree Care

10 Bel Aire
5.00(
2
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5 Star Tree Care

10 Bel Aire
5.00(
2
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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

We are a small family owned and operated company. We like to keep it small so that we can offer the best deals to our customers which include a meet or beat bid and referral bonus. We have climbers with 10 & 25 years expierience not bucket trucks or beginers. We do the work ourselves and do not contract out to other companies like some of our competition. We do bids and work in the evenings and on weekends if need be also unlike our competetors, we are not a 8-4 mon thru fri company! We take pride in our work and guarantee you will not be disappointed!! We will supply both a portfolio of or work and refrences. Our employees have worked for the larger companies and and left so as to supply our customers with the high quality work at a small company price that is affordable.

We are a small family owned and operated company. We like to keep it small so that we can offer the best deals to our customers which include a meet or beat bid and referral bonus. We have climbers with 10 & 25 years expierience not bucket trucks or beginers. We do the work ourselves and do not contract out to other companies like some of our competition. We do bids and work in the evenings and on weekends if need be also unlike our competetors, we are not a 8-4 mon thru fri company! We take pride in our work and guarantee you will not be disappointed!! We will supply both a portfolio of or work and refrences. Our employees have worked for the larger companies and and left so as to supply our customers with the high quality work at a small company price that is affordable.

Uxari powered by Vitex

Uxari.com
4.86(
45
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Uxari powered by Vitex

Uxari.com
4.86(
45
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 95% of Angi customers
Recommended by 95% of HomeAdvisor customers

With Uxari, you and your home are connected, automatically. You choose what to connect (devices) and we do the connecting (wireless services plan). Plus, we do it for as little as $99 down with monthly payments as low as $34.99. At Uxari, you will talk to a real person when you have a question, 7 days a week. So go ahead, start enjoying your new life style, knowing answers to all your questions are only a call or an e-mail away. And the best part is all of our services come with a 30-day, risk-free trial. We believe in not only finding exactly the right plan for you, but making sure you’re completely satisfied with it, too.

"The Smart Home features they installed, such as thermostat and door locks, etc. do not always work. For example, the Honeywell thermostat can no longer be operated from our phones and is difficult to install. Remote door locks are also unpredictable."

William B on November 2019

With Uxari, you and your home are connected, automatically. You choose what to connect (devices) and we do the connecting (wireless services plan). Plus, we do it for as little as $99 down with monthly payments as low as $34.99. At Uxari, you will talk to a real person when you have a question, 7 days a week. So go ahead, start enjoying your new life style, knowing answers to all your questions are only a call or an e-mail away. And the best part is all of our services come with a 30-day, risk-free trial. We believe in not only finding exactly the right plan for you, but making sure you’re completely satisfied with it, too.

"The Smart Home features they installed, such as thermostat and door locks, etc. do not always work. For example, the Honeywell thermostat can no longer be operated from our phones and is difficult to install. Remote door locks are also unpredictable."

William B on November 2019

DO YOU RIGHT TREE SVC & LNDSCP

18 DOYLE RD
5.00(
2
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DO YOU RIGHT TREE SVC & LNDSCP

18 DOYLE RD
5.00(
2
)
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Call James at 573-230-0316 for a free estimate.

Call James at 573-230-0316 for a free estimate.

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FAQs for sod installation projects in Cape Girardeau, 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.

The Cape Girardeau, MO homeowners’ guide to sod installations

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