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Fernanado's Landscape and Tree Contractors

1N444 Forest Ave
4.95(
10
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Approved Pro

Fernanado's Landscape and Tree Contractors

1N444 Forest Ave
4.95(
10
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 90% of Angi customers
Recommended by 90% of HomeAdvisor customers
25 years of experience

Fernanado's Landscape and Tree Contractors is a father and son locally owned business with 30 years serving Glen Ellyn, IL and surrounding areas. Call today and let us put our experience to work for you!

"Thye did a great job, very responsive and communicate well. Several neighbors hired them after they saw my house. ...:)"

Don D on October 2024

Fernanado's Landscape and Tree Contractors is a father and son locally owned business with 30 years serving Glen Ellyn, IL and surrounding areas. Call today and let us put our experience to work for you!

"Thye did a great job, very responsive and communicate well. Several neighbors hired them after they saw my house. ...:)"

Don D on October 2024


Dupage Lawn And Home Services

P.O. Box 3982
5.00(
3
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Approved Pro

Dupage Lawn And Home Services

P.O. Box 3982
5.00(
3
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
5 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!

"Great work"

Elaine T on May 2023

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!

"Great work"

Elaine T on May 2023


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Solo Landscaping

1865 Lilac Lane, Unit B
5.00(
8
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Approved Pro

Solo Landscaping

1865 Lilac Lane, Unit B
5.00(
8
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
19 years of experience

At Solo Landscaping 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!

"David and Francisco did a great job covering my front stoop with brick pavers, creating an additional step, and adding brick paver aprons to my existing concrete walk. They also installed mulch in some of my plant beds. I am very pleased with their work. Don’t hesitate to hire."

Annie F on November 2021

At Solo Landscaping 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!

"David and Francisco did a great job covering my front stoop with brick pavers, creating an additional step, and adding brick paver aprons to my existing concrete walk. They also installed mulch in some of my plant beds. I am very pleased with their work. Don’t hesitate to hire."

Annie F on November 2021


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Ligros Landscaping and Lawn Care

205 Sherman Ct
4.00(
7
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Ligros Landscaping and Lawn Care

205 Sherman Ct
4.00(
7
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
23 local quotes requested
2 years of experience

Ligros Landscaping and Lawn Care is 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 customer's interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"??HORRIBLE EXPERIENCE ???? When he came to the house he asked where the outlet was on the outside and I told him at the front of the house. When he got done he hung the lights with the male portion of the lights on the opposite end and the female to where the outlet was at the front. So there is was no way to connect the lights to the outlet outside in front of house. He decided to run extensions from that end through the garage. It would have taken 3 extension cords. We would be driving over the extension cords. I called him and told him it was not safe because we were driving over cords. He said he would come out that day and did not . Called back the next day said he would call me back. He did not Called back 4days later. He said he would come out but would have to charge me $50. I said no because you hung them the wrong way. He got rude and loud and said disrespected things about my husband. When I addressed him being disrespectful. He then said he is not coming out. And hung up!"

Latoya C on December 2024

Ligros Landscaping and Lawn Care is 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 customer's interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"??HORRIBLE EXPERIENCE ???? When he came to the house he asked where the outlet was on the outside and I told him at the front of the house. When he got done he hung the lights with the male portion of the lights on the opposite end and the female to where the outlet was at the front. So there is was no way to connect the lights to the outlet outside in front of house. He decided to run extensions from that end through the garage. It would have taken 3 extension cords. We would be driving over the extension cords. I called him and told him it was not safe because we were driving over cords. He said he would come out that day and did not . Called back the next day said he would call me back. He did not Called back 4days later. He said he would come out but would have to charge me $50. I said no because you hung them the wrong way. He got rude and loud and said disrespected things about my husband. When I addressed him being disrespectful. He then said he is not coming out. And hung up!"

Latoya C on December 2024


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Sergio's Concrete and Landscaping Group

2809 North Neva Avenue, Unit 2
4.97(
46
)
Approved Pro

Sergio's Concrete and Landscaping Group

2809 North Neva Avenue, Unit 2
4.97(
46
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
15 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

With over 20 years experience in the Landscaping and Painting industry , Sergio's Landscaping is your industry expert in Chicago, IL and the surrounding areas. We pride ourselves on our extreme professionalism and attention to detail. Our customer satisfaction guarantee will assure you we will not leave your property until you are completely satisfied with our work. You can trust that we will treat your home as we would treat our own. Give us a call today we look forward to working with you!

"Sergio did a tremendous job working on my property. Sergio is a true professional and provided high quality work. I would strongly recommend Sergio to any of my friend's and family. "

Ryan M on September 2025

With over 20 years experience in the Landscaping and Painting industry , Sergio's Landscaping is your industry expert in Chicago, IL and the surrounding areas. We pride ourselves on our extreme professionalism and attention to detail. Our customer satisfaction guarantee will assure you we will not leave your property until you are completely satisfied with our work. You can trust that we will treat your home as we would treat our own. Give us a call today we look forward to working with you!

"Sergio did a tremendous job working on my property. Sergio is a true professional and provided high quality work. I would strongly recommend Sergio to any of my friend's and family. "

Ryan M on September 2025


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Toro's Landscaping

PO Box 145
4.17(
42
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Toro's Landscaping

PO Box 145
4.17(
42
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
48 local quotes requested
19 years of experience

At Toros Landscaping we provide a wide range of services, from landscape design and install to paved walkways and block retaining walls. With over 10 years of experience, we bring the quality and experience you can trust. Our staff will work closely with you to ensure all of your goals are met.

"Great communication and timely completion!"

Jennifer J on September 2025

At Toros Landscaping we provide a wide range of services, from landscape design and install to paved walkways and block retaining walls. With over 10 years of experience, we bring the quality and experience you can trust. Our staff will work closely with you to ensure all of your goals are met.

"Great communication and timely completion!"

Jennifer J on September 2025


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Cutting Edge Property Service

1 North 684 Creekside
4.92(
74
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Approved Pro

Cutting Edge Property Service

1 North 684 Creekside
4.92(
74
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 98% of Angi customers
Recommended by 98% of HomeAdvisor customers
38 local quotes requested

With a license from the State of Illinois for chemical treatment of ornamental trees and shrubs, and a certification in arboriculture, Cutting Edge Property Service has been serving the DuPage County area for over 20 years with over 30 years experience providing only the best in Tree Service & Landscape work. When you need work done right, call and ask for Dominick, our certified arborist today!

"Dominick was on time and a wonderful job. I would hire him again.Vivain"

Vivian L on November 2024

With a license from the State of Illinois for chemical treatment of ornamental trees and shrubs, and a certification in arboriculture, Cutting Edge Property Service has been serving the DuPage County area for over 20 years with over 30 years experience providing only the best in Tree Service & Landscape work. When you need work done right, call and ask for Dominick, our certified arborist today!

"Dominick was on time and a wonderful job. I would hire him again.Vivain"

Vivian L on November 2024


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Daybreaker, Inc.

17201 Jefferson Street, Unit 3
4.88(
13
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Approved Pro

Daybreaker, Inc.

17201 Jefferson Street, Unit 3
4.88(
13
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
23 years of experience

We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. We offer a variety of lawn care and landscaping services that are customizable to each individual property. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction!

"The work done was great. It took a long time, however, to get responses to our requests for quotes, change orders, scheduling, etc."

Paul K on May 2024

We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. We offer a variety of lawn care and landscaping services that are customizable to each individual property. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction!

"The work done was great. It took a long time, however, to get responses to our requests for quotes, change orders, scheduling, etc."

Paul K on May 2024


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Sacramento Serrano Landscaping

8519 Melvina Ave
5.00(
10
)
Approved Pro

Sacramento Serrano Landscaping

8519 Melvina Ave
5.00(
10
)
Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
17 local quotes requested

With over 30 years of experience, Sacramento Serrano Landscaping, is your go to team of professionals for all of your needs. We work tirelessly to meet and exceed your expectations and constantly strive for perfection. Give us a call and lets get started!

"Awesome outcome of new pavers installation. Just as ordered. Would recommend."

Brian K on April 2025

With over 30 years of experience, Sacramento Serrano Landscaping, is your go to team of professionals for all of your needs. We work tirelessly to meet and exceed your expectations and constantly strive for perfection. Give us a call and lets get started!

"Awesome outcome of new pavers installation. Just as ordered. Would recommend."

Brian K on April 2025


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BrightWise Handyman Services

851 S Kent Ave
5.00(
6
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Approved Pro

BrightWise Handyman Services

851 S Kent Ave
5.00(
6
)
Approved Pro
1 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

BrightWise Handyman Services provides quality improvements for your home. Reliable, professional, and done right the first time, we ensure stress-free and seamless home improvements. Serving Elmhurst, surrounding areas, and Chicagoland, we guarantee satisfaction with every project. With years of experience and a commitment to excellence, BrightWise Handyman Services provides top-tier home improvement solutions. From plumbing and electrical work to painting and carpentry, we handle it all - so you don’t have to.

"Steve is friendly and efficient and goes above and beyond with his exceptional work. He is incredibly wise and no project is too small or too big. Steve has excellent communication skills and can make great recommendations to enhance your project or home. We have used Steve for a wide variety of projects. You will not be disappointed if you go with BrightWise!! "

Jim C on July 2025

BrightWise Handyman Services provides quality improvements for your home. Reliable, professional, and done right the first time, we ensure stress-free and seamless home improvements. Serving Elmhurst, surrounding areas, and Chicagoland, we guarantee satisfaction with every project. With years of experience and a commitment to excellence, BrightWise Handyman Services provides top-tier home improvement solutions. From plumbing and electrical work to painting and carpentry, we handle it all - so you don’t have to.

"Steve is friendly and efficient and goes above and beyond with his exceptional work. He is incredibly wise and no project is too small or too big. Steve has excellent communication skills and can make great recommendations to enhance your project or home. We have used Steve for a wide variety of projects. You will not be disappointed if you go with BrightWise!! "

Jim C on July 2025

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FAQs for sod installation projects in Downers Grove, 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.

The Downers Grove, IL homeowners’ guide to sod installations

From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.