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On Board Landscaping LLC
4.1(
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Serving Colgate, WI and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"It went very well. Jack Hall is hard working, very knowledgeable about landscaping and cleans up everything when the job is finished."
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NGL Services
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Serving Colgate, WI and surrounding areas

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In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent communication, affordable, transparent, and overall very friendly and respectful crew. I am very pleased with their services and would highly recommend!"
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M & S Landscape Creations, LLC
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Serving Colgate, WI and surrounding areas

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In business since 2004

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"They were very professional, completed the work timely, and made our yard look amazing."
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Wally's Lawn Care Service
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Serving Colgate, WI and surrounding areas

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In business since 2015

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"I hired Wally's Landscaping for two reasons, interviewing him and price. I felt he was honest and an ambitious young man. I was right on my intuition. Wally cleaned up my yard of leaves, picked up old and torn landscape fabric, sprayed weed killer on all the weeds, and spread down mulch on garden around my house and boathouse. I was very satisfied with his work. He kept informed on when he was coming and answered all my questions. I'm happy I hired him."
Response time12 hrs
Recommended by71%of homeowners
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Grounded outdoor services
New to Angi

Serving Colgate, WI and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Warranties offered

Small jobs welcome

Hi, I’m Rodrigo Flores, owner of Grounded Outdoor Services LLC. We help homeowners in Milwaukee and surrounding areas with landscaping, hardscaping, junk removal, and seasonal outdoor services.\n\nOur focus is simple: clear communication, clean work, and results that make your property look better and feel easier to maintain. Whether you need fresh mulch, clean bed edges, a yard refresh, sod installation, paver work, drainage help, or junk hauled away, we take the time to understand the job and explain the process before we start.\n\nWe are fully insured, locally owned, and committed to treating every property with care and respect. Send us a few details or photos of your project, and we’ll be happy to help with the next steps.

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FAQs for sod installation projects in Colgate, WI

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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