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Top Turf
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In business since 2021

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Customers say: Quick response

"Top Turf has completed multiple projects for us and every time they have knocked it out of the park! Very professional and timely! I would highly recommend Top Turf!"
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Brothers Concrete and Roofing
New to Angi

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Our mission is to be a provider that brings back the personal touch with our customers. We will build a relationship that will last a lifetime after you see our quality work.\n\n

SI Outdoor Equipment
New to Angi

In business since 1991

Welcome to SI Outdoor Equipment!\n\nSince 1991, SI Outdoor Equipment has been a major supplier of landscaping equipment in the Mount Vernon, Illinois area. We are locally owned business, where our friendly service technicians have a total of 25 years of experience. \n\nSI Outdoor Equipment offers a wide variety of new and used mowers, sharpening of mower blades and chainsaw chains, and we do all warranty work on site! We offer demonstration of new mowers, and pick up and delivery is available in a 20 mile service area. \n\nSI Outdoor Equipment is a proud member of the Jefferson County Chamber of Commerce! Call now or stop in today for a diagnosis and schedule our services today! Our friendly technicians are ready to assist you!

THS Home Improvement
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THS Home Improvement, a choice worth making when looking for a Professional, Affordable, and Reliable company for any of your Home Improvement needs, interior and exterior. Here at THS Home Improvement we are dedicated and strive for your satisfaction, day in, day out. So Why Wait! Call or Text today!\nYOU CALL, WE DO IT ALL!

Residential Solutions
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Residential Solutions is a general contracting company including everything in one We have skilled carpenters that are pretty much jack of all trades and always thinking outside the box. We do not want to be called Contractors or Handymen cuz we dont want to be categorized with the general run of the mill types. We have done this all of our lives with 13 yrs on paper experience. We are reasonably priced with old school values. We want to work for you We provide services from building dog houses in the backyard to painting ur mailbox and planting flowers around it in the front yard Residential Solutions is the way to go even if you have questions just give us a call and we will answer it the best way we know how if we dont know how to do the job or answer ur ? We have a very select group of professionals that know there job very well that will answer ur ?'s for you. We are very tired of contractors making a million off a simple $100 job and not even doing it right. We like to make it right!

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Decorist
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In business since 2013

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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.

R & A Tree Service
5.00(
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Emergency services offered

We are a tree service provider in business for over 20 years. We are a Christian owned and operated business. We have the lowest prices around for tree removal, trimming, and topping. We specialize in all trees and will take care of the ones no one will do. We have bucket trucks that extend 70ft. with cranes able to lift 2000lbs anywhere in the air along with whole tree chippers with wenches, chipper trucks, track hoes, and low boys. We make sure our customers are 100% happy before we leave. Please give us a call and let us know how we can be of service...we look forward to hearing from you!

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GREENRIDGE LANDSCAPING
5.00(
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In business since 1977

"Bryan was easy to work with and the crew did a great job."
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Reeders Remodeling
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In business since 2003

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Anywhere from 1-10 employees. May hire sub contractors. Charges by the job. Travel/trip charges may apply for long distance jobs.

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charlie compton construction
5.00(
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In business since 1999

Free estimates

We are a small business with few employees to keep the customers cost low.

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FAQs for sod installation projects in Elkville, 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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