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Extreme Green Landscaping
4.8(
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Serving Frankfort, IL and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Jay's crew showed up on time for our landscaping project including removal of weeds, unwanted grasses and bush and plant trimming. They laid fabric and mulch for the completion of a superb job. They cleaned up and went overboard to insure our satisfaction. Highly recommend this company for all landscaping projects. "
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Response time1 day
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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EMERALD BLOOM LANDSCAPING
4.6(
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Serving Frankfort, IL and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"1. They broke the water main in two places, covered it up by continuing the landscaping, lied about breaking it, and offered to re-landscape again later for more money. 2. I told them I wanted ground cover around established trees and on the side of the house. Instead they planted grass there. They then planted the ground cover without first killing the new grass. It looks terrible because of all the grass growing around and rising above the new ground cover. 3. There are many, many large bare spots where grass should be growing. I told them about that but instead of seeding or reseeding the bare spots, they covered it up with the fiber blanket that concealed the fact grass seed wasn't planted until after I paid them. 4. They fixed my brick sidewalk but forgot they were to treat it. When I reminded them to do it, they didn't sweep off the dirt and just covered the dirt. 5. Tore pond liner, covered it up, and didn't reattach to new bricks despite many promises."
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+10

Response time2 days
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Lansing Services & Landscaping
4.8(
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Serving Frankfort, IL and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"This is a fantastic find! Their work was fast, they were super friendly and professional, and their work was high quality. The price was very reasonable too, beating their competitors by a long shot. I highly recommend this company and would jump at the chance to work with them again!"
Response time3 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Bill's Lawn Maintenance and Landscaping, Inc.
4.8(
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Serving Frankfort, IL and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They are wonderful! They removed a bunch of weeds, and trees, moved a ton of rock, and mulched a good chunk of my back yard. They did great work and finished in one day! I highly recommend."
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Bill's Lawn Maintenance

+2

Response time2 days
18 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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IRONANDSTONE
4.7(
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Serving Frankfort, IL and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

"First, they meet my earliest date to do the work. Secondly, they worked their butt off to complete the job in one day. Not an easy feat since they repaired more cracks than originally discussed, plus they crawled in the attic to find a leak that was staining the ceiling. That was above and beyond. They could have just painted over the spot but they found the source so I can now get that fixed in the future. "
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Response time1 day
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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RS All Around Landscape Inc
4.2(
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Serving Frankfort, IL and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Warranties offered

Rick Skrobin All Around Landscape provides professional landscape/hardscapes throughout the Chicagoland area. We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumers' needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship, and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

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+3

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Solo Projects LLC
5.0(
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Serving Frankfort, IL and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"Hands down the best lawn service I’ve ever used! I found them on here and they have been nothing but great, they go above and beyond to satisfy their customers. Their service and work speaks for itself, they brought my lawn back to life! This is my third year of continuous service with them and I recommend them to anyone wanting professional and awesome lawn services. "
Response time6 hrs
Recommended by50%of homeowners
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FAQs for sod installation projects in Frankfort, 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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