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J & P Brothers Landscaping
4.9(
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Serving Downers Grove, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2003

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"J&P was great to work with. Juan was very responsive to my emails and all my questions. He made good recommendations to improve our landscaping but wasn’t pushy. He got us on the schedule quickly, and the work was done promptly. In three days they had installed a new brick paver wall, completely reset and properly leveled our paver patio, trimmed/cleaned up all planting beds and put down new mulch. They even built a small pathway in our garden with our leftover brick. His team was professional and quick! Pricing was competitive. We have had several complements from the neighbors already - thanks J&P!"
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+50

Response time3 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Aerate 1 Landscaping & Ponds
4.6(
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Serving Downers Grove, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 1998

Warranties offered

Credit card accepted

"Hector was super great to work with. He helped me come up with a plan and a budget. His ideas and design skills, as we as communication were first class. hector is one of the best contractors I have ever worked with. He was very responsive and answered all of our questions."
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+6

2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Crowbar Construction
4.7(
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Serving Downers Grove, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2000

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Emergency services offered

"Welding was done on site... and in a timely and professional manner. My railings look brand new, and he installed new railings and gate for my neighbor. We both appreciated his attention to detail. I would recommend him for any construction job. I am presently using Crowbar for a new paver patio. Scott wonà  à  à  à ¢à  à  à  à  à  à  à  à  t disappoint !! He is very busy. If you find his voice mail full... just text him !"
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+71

3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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BSC Landscaping, LLC
4.7(
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Serving Downers Grove, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 1993

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Warranties offered

"Great team!! I’m very happy with the work they did to transplant several small trees and plant a number of store-bought trees, as well as put down some sod and some grass seed. Very friendly and very competent."
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+17

Response time2 days
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Four Brothers Landscaping
4.8(
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Serving Downers Grove, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2007

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"The team of four workers with the owner showed up right on time 8:30 am and started work. I had an errand at 7:00am ,so we communicated by text/email and mobile that the could start before I got back this morning. They were already done with the edging, weeding and removal of sod in the new bed along the fence. Since we have rows of Daffodils planted, they carefully removed sod and weeded around about 100 Tulips and daffodils. (It was amazing). They power raked, aerated and completely cleaned up my yard and put in very high quality Mulch that looks fantastic. It is a family business and the whole operation was very efficient and they cleaned up nicely before leaving. With the current shortage of labor, I had been trying for weeks to get a landscaper to return a call. Four Brothers are a great outfit and I plan to bring them out in the fall to remove a tree and install some more bushes. I strongly recommend them."
16 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Fern's Landscaping & Design
4.4(
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Serving Downers Grove, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2019

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"Although our project was delayed a bit due to weather, they maintained constant daily communication during this delay to make sure we were aware of the situation. Once they came out to do the project, this small team worked diligently to get the job done which ended up looking fantastic. They also discussed a lawn problem with me and offered to re-sod our front lawn the next day and at a fair price. It was an unplanned project but we are glad we did this additional work. Fernando and his team provided excellent customer service and quality work. The price worked well for us too! We will call next year for the backyard. Thanks guys!!!"
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+36

Response time1 day
63 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by83%of homeowners
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M&D Heating&Cooling
5.0(
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Serving Downers Grove, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Great job, easy to get a hold of and guarantees all worked done. I intend to use M&D Heating and Cooling in the future for any of my furnace or air conditioning needs."
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+8

Response time2 hrs
Response rate97%
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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

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