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J & P Brothers Landscaping
4.9(
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Serving Fort-sheridan, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2003

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J &P brothers landscaping has provided Aurora, Naperville and the surrounding Chicago suburbs with quality landscaping design and brick pavers work for the past 10 years. We provide professional lawn maintenance. Please contact us for the following services: Patios, Paving, Retaining Walls, Fire Pits, Fire Places, Mowing, Trimming, Pool Decks, Ponds, Spring & Fall Clean Up, Snow Removal, Lawn Fertilization & Maintenance, Tree Removal, Tree Trimming and Stump Removal, and Mulch Installation & Deliveries. We provide all of the above professional services to keep your yard looking good all year round. You may reach us at 630-201-4896 or 630-664-4516.

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Response time3 days
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Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Genesis Landscape Inc.
5.0(
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Serving Fort-sheridan, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2019

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

With over 25 years of experience in the landscaping industry, we are the service professionals you need to take care of your home or business. We handle all types of landscaping projects including patios and driveways. We will treat your home as we would treat our own. Give Genesis Landscape Inc a call today, we look forward to working with you!

Response time1 day
Response rate85%
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Green City Gardens
4.7(
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Serving Fort-sheridan, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2006

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Customers say: Super punctual

Since 2006, Green City Gardens has been beautifying Chicagoland, one yard at a time. Our enthusiasm and dedication are evident in the creativity of our designs and the quality of our work. Since every landscape in different, "cookie cutter" solutions won't do. Green City Gardens personalizes every design according to our clients' needs and desires. We won't show up and dictate what you need...we'll listen to you and give you what you want. \nFrom complete landscape design & installation to simple garden makeovers to beautiful flower pots, Green City Gardens can improve your quality of life.

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Response time1 day
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Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Unique Landscaping Service
4.3(
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Serving Fort-sheridan, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2012

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

Unique Landscaping Service, is a professional and full service landscape company that offers high quality craftsmanship in all aspects of landscape design, installation, and maintenance. Our landscapers are highly experienced and get the job done quickly and correctly.

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Response time7 hrs
Response rate95%
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R & G Almanza Landscape Inc
4.2(
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Serving Fort-sheridan, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 1999

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Emergency services offered

At R & G Almanza Landscape Inc. we pride ourselves on reliability, great communication, integrity and quality work. We strongly believe in performing our absolute best in all the work we perform and to always keep you educated about the work process. Our team is dedicated to staying on the leading edge in industry, so whether you need simple shrubbery trimming and shaping or something more complex such as the complete re-design of your back yard, we have the skills, people and tools to do the job correctly, safely, and efficiently. R & G Almanza LAndscape Inc is dedicated to providing our customers with the highest quality of work at a fair price. When you hire us, we guarantee prompt, reliable, and fair services and we will promise to always strive for 100% satisfaction.

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Recommended by92%of homeowners
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RV Landscaping and Snow Removal
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Serving Fort-sheridan, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2022

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For over seven years, RV Landscaping and Snow Removal has been the go-to team for landscaping services and property maintenance in the Palatine, IL area. Whether you're a homeowner looking to spruce up your yard or a business owner needing consistent maintenance, we've got you covered. From lawn care and custom landscape design to tree trimming, irrigation systems and hardscaping, we can handle it all with care and precision.\nFully licensed & insured!

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Recommended by70%of homeowners
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Ramon and Ramon Landscaping Inc
4.3(
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Serving Fort-sheridan, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 1995

Free estimates

Warranties offered

We are a family owned business & operated. We have been proudly serving the Lake and Cook County North shore since 1995. We have built and kept a reputation of great service and dedication. We started as a landscaping company that would gain the skills and confidence to run a hardscape company. please calls us TODAY for a FREE Estimate .(847)417-4208 mobile phone for immediate response

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Herrera B&L
5.0(
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Serving Fort-sheridan, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2010

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Offers commercial services

Herrera's Brick & Land Service is locally owned and operated servicing the Wheeling and surrounding areas. We provide full lawn/Brick Paving services for both residential and commercial properties. From garden installs to full landscape/Hardscape installs, we can do it all. We take pride in always being prompt, punctual and professional with every project that we complete. Call us today to schedule your free estimate.

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FAQs for sod installation projects in Fort-sheridan, 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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