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LL Skyline Contract
New to Angi

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

We at LL Skyline provide a unique service. We provide maintenance and cleaning to both individual and business clients. \n\nWe offer everything maintenance, cleaning, and landscaping. Ask for references!\n\nEvery cleaning product we use is custom made for each client and is never used for another client. \n\nWe charge based on the job and budget of the client. This system allows us to give the best quality service for cheaper than any other company. We believe anyone should have access to professional maintenance and cleaning no matter their budget. \n\nWhile our company is new, we have been professionals for over 10 years. We go above and beyond so you can spend more time doing whats important to you.

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BEAST Lawn Care & Snow Removal
New to Angi

In business since 2019

Free estimates

We OFFER many different services from Lawn Care, to light Landscaping, and we can meet your Winter Snow Removal needs. We can also work on your small engines and get them running to their maximum performance. We are a couple of guys who enjoy the outside and making peoples property look better.

The Cleaning Lady
New to Angi

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

I specialize in making housekeeping affordable to anyone! My rates start as low as $25.00!!

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Decorist
New to Angi

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Warranties offered

Decorist is an online interior design service that provides professional decorating help – in your style and on your budget – for a low flat fee starting at $199 per room. Whether you're moving, renovating or just want a fresh new look, Decorist is the easy and affordable way to design the room you've always wanted.

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Millan Mowing
New to Angi

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

We provide lawn care and landscaping services to Taylorville, and central IL. We service residential and commercial properties, and strive to be competitive in pricing, quality in service, and convenient with service and billing.

Green View Landscaping Co
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In business since 1955

Established in 1955, Green View Companies offers complete landscape services including design-build, installation and maintenance. Green View also has three retail centers statewide, in the Dunlap/Peoria, Champaign/Urbana and Springfield areas. In addition, Green View has a production facility that produces container-grown plants and trees.

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Maske's Organic Gardening
New to Angi

Garden Center with bulk mulch,brown hardwood,golden cedar, and red mulch,loose gravel. Have trap rock, river rock,meramac rock, sand, compost dirt, all sorts of rocks for projects, also have organic lawn care products, We also do landscaping,mowing,and lawn care

BM Soccer
New to Angi

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Warranties offered

BM Lawncare & Landscaping gives money to our soccer league to help pay fees.

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FAQs for sod installation projects in Decatur, IL

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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