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DeGains Masonry

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DeGains Masonry

4.71(
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Recommended by 92% of Angi customers
Recommended by 92% of HomeAdvisor customers
31 local quotes requested

Masonry brick/stone repair We guarantee your satisfaction and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out our services offered and call or click to schedule a free estimate today.

"Excellent job and cleanup. Reasonable price."

Bob C on October 2024

Masonry brick/stone repair We guarantee your satisfaction and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out our services offered and call or click to schedule a free estimate today.

"Excellent job and cleanup. Reasonable price."

Bob C on October 2024

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Quality Outdoor Services

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Quality Outdoor Services

5.00(
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Super Service Award
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Recommended by 90% of Angi customers
Recommended by 90% of HomeAdvisor customers
17 years of experience

Quality Outdoor Services specializes in hardscape and landscape installation. We pride ourselves on a personal contractor to customer relationship to ensure every customer has a clear understanding of the product they're receiving. We use the most up-to-date hardscape installation techniques to make certain your job will look great for years to come. Additional Services We Provide: Spring/Fall Clean-ups, Mulching, Finish Grading, Sodding, Yard Installation, Drainage Correction, Gravel and Asphalt Milling Driveway Installation, Plant Packages/Landscape Refurbishment, Retaining Walls, Brick Pavers.

"Both finished walkways are beautiful, especially the back walkway in particular. We have been living with it and thinking it was as good as it could get. But when Tom finished, it's like a work of art. Great job!"

Doug F on September 2025

Quality Outdoor Services specializes in hardscape and landscape installation. We pride ourselves on a personal contractor to customer relationship to ensure every customer has a clear understanding of the product they're receiving. We use the most up-to-date hardscape installation techniques to make certain your job will look great for years to come. Additional Services We Provide: Spring/Fall Clean-ups, Mulching, Finish Grading, Sodding, Yard Installation, Drainage Correction, Gravel and Asphalt Milling Driveway Installation, Plant Packages/Landscape Refurbishment, Retaining Walls, Brick Pavers.

"Both finished walkways are beautiful, especially the back walkway in particular. We have been living with it and thinking it was as good as it could get. But when Tom finished, it's like a work of art. Great job!"

Doug F on September 2025

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Locke's Landscaping & Brick Paving

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Locke's Landscaping & Brick Paving

4.92(
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 98% of Angi customers
Recommended by 98% of HomeAdvisor customers
14 local quotes requested

Locke’s Landscaping provides outdoor living and enjoyment to discriminating tastes. We understand that a beautiful house can be a “canvas unfinished,” simply a beautiful house. A professionally landscaped house becomes a home, an invitation not only to friends and family, but to nature itself, in creating a tranquil outdoor retreat from the stresses of everyday life–right outside your door.

"Excellent: Locke's crew did a great job. The design was well laid-out, reasonably priced, delivered on time, and the crew cleaned-up after the job was completed."

janette b on July 2021

Locke’s Landscaping provides outdoor living and enjoyment to discriminating tastes. We understand that a beautiful house can be a “canvas unfinished,” simply a beautiful house. A professionally landscaped house becomes a home, an invitation not only to friends and family, but to nature itself, in creating a tranquil outdoor retreat from the stresses of everyday life–right outside your door.

"Excellent: Locke's crew did a great job. The design was well laid-out, reasonably priced, delivered on time, and the crew cleaned-up after the job was completed."

janette b on July 2021

Floyd Delong & Son Excavating LLC

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Floyd Delong & Son Excavating LLC

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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

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Overhaul Operations LLC

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Overhaul Operations LLC

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2 years of experience

Bierbusse Landscaping

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Bierbusse Landscaping

4.63(
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Customers say: Quality work
20 years of experience

Bierbusse Landscaping is a fully insured company that has been serving the Lapeer and Northern Oakland county for 8 years. We offer competitive prices and the highest quality work.

Bierbusse Landscaping is a fully insured company that has been serving the Lapeer and Northern Oakland county for 8 years. We offer competitive prices and the highest quality work.

Superior Hoist And Dock

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Superior Hoist And Dock

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Customers say: Quality work
17 years of experience

Install and repairs boat lifts, hoists and docks. Hoist and dock sales. Also aquatic weed harvesting.

"Big Thank you to Doug at Superior Hoist-Dock in Howell Michigan. I purchased my hoist over twenty years ago. Never had a problem until one day the cable snapped. Doug at Superior Hoist-Dock took my call and was on it right away. They had a pontoon with a small crane on at my dock in a couple of days even though I live over 30 miles away. Fixed my hoist with stainless steel cable and we were back in action in no time. Wow! Thank you for the fast, friendly, and above and beyond service."

Tom H on August 2021

Install and repairs boat lifts, hoists and docks. Hoist and dock sales. Also aquatic weed harvesting.

"Big Thank you to Doug at Superior Hoist-Dock in Howell Michigan. I purchased my hoist over twenty years ago. Never had a problem until one day the cable snapped. Doug at Superior Hoist-Dock took my call and was on it right away. They had a pontoon with a small crane on at my dock in a couple of days even though I live over 30 miles away. Fixed my hoist with stainless steel cable and we were back in action in no time. Wow! Thank you for the fast, friendly, and above and beyond service."

Tom H on August 2021

East Side Maintenance

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East Side Maintenance

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33 years of experience

Bishop Landscape Inc

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Bishop Landscape Inc

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35 years of experience
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Wesley Services

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Wesley Services

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Wesley Services is a mobile home emergency service company that offers 24 hour service calls and specializes in interior and exterior restoration, power washing, building repair, flooring, appliance installation, custom repair solutions, painting, and electrical services. We are dedicated to providing our customers with the highest quality of service and the best solutions to their mobile home needs. Our experienced and knowledgeable team of professionals strive to ensure superior workmanship and satisfaction with every project. We are committed to providing our customers with the best solutions for their mobile home needs. Our goal is to make sure that our customers have the best experience possible and that their needs are met with the highest standards of quality.

Wesley Services is a mobile home emergency service company that offers 24 hour service calls and specializes in interior and exterior restoration, power washing, building repair, flooring, appliance installation, custom repair solutions, painting, and electrical services. We are dedicated to providing our customers with the highest quality of service and the best solutions to their mobile home needs. Our experienced and knowledgeable team of professionals strive to ensure superior workmanship and satisfaction with every project. We are committed to providing our customers with the best solutions for their mobile home needs. Our goal is to make sure that our customers have the best experience possible and that their needs are met with the highest standards of quality.

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FAQs for sod installation projects in Gaines, MI

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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