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Sod installers in Cottage Grove

Avatar for Sod Smith, LLC
Sod Smith, LLC
6417 Penn Avenue South, Unit 8 10-30
4.90(
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Sod Smith, LLC
6417 Penn Avenue South, Unit 8 10-30
4.90(
49
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 93% of Angi customers
Recommended by 93% of HomeAdvisor customers
8 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 possible on your particular task or project. Thank you for viewing our page, and we look forward to earning your business! -Kaleb Smith

"We recently hired Sod Smith LLC to sod our yard and couldn't be more impressed. Kaleb was personal yet professional, and had good communication with me, along with answering all of my questions, which made the process easy! Micah and his crew were good to work with. They were respectful, hardworking, and did an excellent job with clean-up. You couldn't even tell they were here! We also signed up for the Establishment Plan. Our Field Tech Cali is great. She comes weekly and checks the sod growth, and today she did out first mow. It looks fabulous! The end result looks amazing! If you're looking for a business that offers professional sod installation, look no further than Sod Smith LLC. We highly recommend!"

Jan B on June 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 possible on your particular task or project. Thank you for viewing our page, and we look forward to earning your business! -Kaleb Smith

"We recently hired Sod Smith LLC to sod our yard and couldn't be more impressed. Kaleb was personal yet professional, and had good communication with me, along with answering all of my questions, which made the process easy! Micah and his crew were good to work with. They were respectful, hardworking, and did an excellent job with clean-up. You couldn't even tell they were here! We also signed up for the Establishment Plan. Our Field Tech Cali is great. She comes weekly and checks the sod growth, and today she did out first mow. It looks fabulous! The end result looks amazing! If you're looking for a business that offers professional sod installation, look no further than Sod Smith LLC. We highly recommend!"

Jan B on June 2025


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Jobsite Buddy LLC
10745 Matthew Drive
5.00(
6
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Jobsite Buddy LLC
10745 Matthew Drive
5.00(
6
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Customers say: Quick response
26 local quotes requested
15 years of experience

We take great pride our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumers ’needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. Order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

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Jake L on March 2025

We take great pride our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumers ’needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. Order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

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Jake L on March 2025


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Clark Companies, Inc
4.71(
72
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Clark Companies, Inc
4.71(
72
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Customers say: True professional
269 local quotes requested
10 years of experience

We went into business with a primary goal, to provide professional landscaping, concrete, excavation, material transport/dumpsters + more services that can meet anyone's budget. Today we still strive to meet our original primary goal, so much so that we are willing to work with you on pricing to beat any potential other bids. We pride ourselves on great customer service and truly are willing to work with any customer to try to come up with a plan that meets both their needs and budget. We service clients all through out the Twin Cities as well as the surrounding suburbs. Call/text/email us today to get started, estimates are Free!

"These guys were punctual on the delivery and pickup of the dumpster they supplied me. Very reasonable pricing as well, I intend to use them again very soon"

Caleb R on June 2025

We went into business with a primary goal, to provide professional landscaping, concrete, excavation, material transport/dumpsters + more services that can meet anyone's budget. Today we still strive to meet our original primary goal, so much so that we are willing to work with you on pricing to beat any potential other bids. We pride ourselves on great customer service and truly are willing to work with any customer to try to come up with a plan that meets both their needs and budget. We service clients all through out the Twin Cities as well as the surrounding suburbs. Call/text/email us today to get started, estimates are Free!

"These guys were punctual on the delivery and pickup of the dumpster they supplied me. Very reasonable pricing as well, I intend to use them again very soon"

Caleb R on June 2025


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Revival Landscape
3318 Rolling Hills Ct
5.00(
5
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Revival Landscape
3318 Rolling Hills Ct
5.00(
5
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Customers say: Quick response
40 local quotes requested
9 years of experience

we are committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"The owner and workers were so polite and respectful. They did a paver walkway to my fire place and it turned out amazing."

Jessica V on September 2024

we are committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"The owner and workers were so polite and respectful. They did a paver walkway to my fire place and it turned out amazing."

Jessica V on September 2024


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Buhr scapes
Based Out Of
4.00(
2
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Buhr scapes
Based Out Of
4.00(
2
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
256 local quotes requested

We offer a variety of landscaping services. We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality of work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out all the services we offer below and call -or- click to schedule an estimate today!

"Very good showed up when he said he would"

Charles F on September 2024

We offer a variety of landscaping services. We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality of work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out all the services we offer below and call -or- click to schedule an estimate today!

"Very good showed up when he said he would"

Charles F on September 2024


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BDI Outdoor Solutions
6298 MN-36 W
4.44(
16
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BDI Outdoor Solutions
6298 MN-36 W
4.44(
16
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Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
333 local quotes requested
11 years of experience

BDI Outdoor Solutions has over 20 years of experience in professional landscape management specializing in both Residential and Commercial Outdoor Solutions. Our well trained and experienced staff provide superior landscaping services that complement our expert design skills. By offering a wide range of services to maintain the beauty and functionality of your lawn and property, we work hard to get the results you deserve. After all, BDI’s philosophy is that there is no off-season when it comes to maintaining your investment. BDI Outdoor Solutions is ready to help you with any and all issues, 12 months out of the year. Our crew will help you achieve a better looking home by designing, constructing and maintaining an outdoor living space that will turn heads year-round. BDI prides itself in using only high-quality products and equipment to create designs that will be the envy of your entire neighborhood. See what a healthy, well-designed landscaped lawn can do to improve your property's curb appeal - and ultimately how it can enhance the value of your home. Contact us today to learn how BDI Outdoor Solutions can create the property of your dreams!

"They went above and beyond replacing a retaining wall for me. I would highly recomend. Theu were there every day until completed and did really nice work."

Thomas B on November 2024

BDI Outdoor Solutions has over 20 years of experience in professional landscape management specializing in both Residential and Commercial Outdoor Solutions. Our well trained and experienced staff provide superior landscaping services that complement our expert design skills. By offering a wide range of services to maintain the beauty and functionality of your lawn and property, we work hard to get the results you deserve. After all, BDI’s philosophy is that there is no off-season when it comes to maintaining your investment. BDI Outdoor Solutions is ready to help you with any and all issues, 12 months out of the year. Our crew will help you achieve a better looking home by designing, constructing and maintaining an outdoor living space that will turn heads year-round. BDI prides itself in using only high-quality products and equipment to create designs that will be the envy of your entire neighborhood. See what a healthy, well-designed landscaped lawn can do to improve your property's curb appeal - and ultimately how it can enhance the value of your home. Contact us today to learn how BDI Outdoor Solutions can create the property of your dreams!

"They went above and beyond replacing a retaining wall for me. I would highly recomend. Theu were there every day until completed and did really nice work."

Thomas B on November 2024


J&M Landscaping LLC
80 Valley Green Park
5.00(
3
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Approved Pro
J&M Landscaping LLC
80 Valley Green Park
5.00(
3
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
1231 local quotes requested

I offer my services of landscape work you may need help with, paver patios, retaining walls, planting and removing plants, mulch, and other services of your yard. We are honest people who only look for work in these difficult times. (mulch, rocks, and more.)We work around St Paul and Inver Grove Heights, Eagan, Rosemount, Lakeville, Woodburry, apple valley, Burnsville. Call, text or click for your quote today! We will make your yard beautiful, the way you want!

"Very well."

Angus D on April 2025

I offer my services of landscape work you may need help with, paver patios, retaining walls, planting and removing plants, mulch, and other services of your yard. We are honest people who only look for work in these difficult times. (mulch, rocks, and more.)We work around St Paul and Inver Grove Heights, Eagan, Rosemount, Lakeville, Woodburry, apple valley, Burnsville. Call, text or click for your quote today! We will make your yard beautiful, the way you want!

"Very well."

Angus D on April 2025


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Midwest Procare LLC
23210 Hilo Ave N
5.00(
3
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Approved Pro
Midwest Procare LLC
23210 Hilo Ave N
5.00(
3
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
1062 local quotes requested

We are licensed Landscaping, Hardscaping and Shoreline services with a seven (7) years experience in tree removal and landscape maintenance services. Call for same week availability.

"Midwest Procare did a good job of fixing my French drain on the outside of my garage, and moving material left over from stump grinding. These guys saved my back and I'm considering them for more projects down the road."

Steve C on May 2025

We are licensed Landscaping, Hardscaping and Shoreline services with a seven (7) years experience in tree removal and landscape maintenance services. Call for same week availability.

"Midwest Procare did a good job of fixing my French drain on the outside of my garage, and moving material left over from stump grinding. These guys saved my back and I'm considering them for more projects down the road."

Steve C on May 2025


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Sculptured Earth
Unknown
4.36(
14
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Approved Pro
Sculptured Earth
Unknown
4.36(
14
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
1567 local quotes requested
18 years of experience

At Sculptured Earth, we're not just building landscapes; we're crafting experiences. As a full-service landscape design and installation company based in the Twin Cities, we specialize in turning your outdoor dreams into reality, creating outdoor spaces where you’ll create a lifetime of memories. Our award-winning designs reflect your unique style, awakening the possibilities of nature to create elegant spaces that draw you into the natural elements. From residential to commercial projects, we approach each with a bespoke touch, focusing on your needs, style, budget, and goals.

"Went great we would certainly work with Sculptured Earth again!"

Joe K on February 2025

At Sculptured Earth, we're not just building landscapes; we're crafting experiences. As a full-service landscape design and installation company based in the Twin Cities, we specialize in turning your outdoor dreams into reality, creating outdoor spaces where you’ll create a lifetime of memories. Our award-winning designs reflect your unique style, awakening the possibilities of nature to create elegant spaces that draw you into the natural elements. From residential to commercial projects, we approach each with a bespoke touch, focusing on your needs, style, budget, and goals.

"Went great we would certainly work with Sculptured Earth again!"

Joe K on February 2025


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Apex Landscaping
5.00(
3
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Approved Pro
Apex Landscaping
5.00(
3
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Approved Pro
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
2150 local quotes requested

We offer a wide range of landscaping services including landscape design, lawn maintenance, garden maintenance, planting, pruning & tree trimming, yard waste removal, deck maintenance, pressure washing, snow removal and more!

"They did excellent work, timely, and clean up and final project was perfect. Easy to work with. I would highly recommend these guys."

Lynn G on July 2024

We offer a wide range of landscaping services including landscape design, lawn maintenance, garden maintenance, planting, pruning & tree trimming, yard waste removal, deck maintenance, pressure washing, snow removal and more!

"They did excellent work, timely, and clean up and final project was perfect. Easy to work with. I would highly recommend these guys."

Lynn G on July 2024

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FAQs for sod installation projects in Cottage Grove, MN

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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