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Boulder Creek Outdoor Living
5.0(
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Serving Grand Rapids, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Warranties offered

Boulder Creek Outdoor Living specializes in high-end landscape design and construction across Northeast Minnesota. \n\nWe focus on creating outdoor spaces that feel natural to the land—patios, walkways, retaining walls, shoreline improvements, and complete property transformations designed for long-term use.\n\nFrom the first consultation through final installation, our goal is simple: make the process clear, thoughtful, and built to last.

Breezy Project
Curb Appeal!
Breezy Project
Natural Elements Project
Breezy Project

+17

Response time2 days
18 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Gabe's Affordable Landscaping LLC
5.0(
1
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Serving Grand Rapids, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.\n\n

Response time6 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Garden Structures & More
4.6(
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Serving Grand Rapids, MN and surrounding areas

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Hal and I have been working together on several interior and exterior projects over the past three or four years.  The most recent project was the completion of the backyard fencing, including a gate.  As always, Hal expertly managed the project.  The quality of his work is always high.  The fence is gorgeous with Hal's sense of artistry clearly evident.  I find that Hal is extraordinarily conscientious and a very effective communicator.  He and his team are reliable, and Hal actively supervises the team to ensure that the work meets his high standards.  Hal and his team's work is completed quickly and timely, and the work site is always neat and clean.  Hal and his team are very careful to respect my neighbors' property during the tear down and construction phases and to keep my dogs' needs in mind (they always installed temporary fences over night so that the dogs could run during the evening).  It is hard for me to find words to describe the skill and artistry that Hal brings to fencing project.  I recommend referring to his website at www.gardenstructuresandmore.com.
I highly recommend Hal and Garden Structures and More for backyard fencing projects.  Hal listens to me and designs structures that match my tastes.  He provides me with guidance and suggestions that are truly helpful.  I don't spend any time managing Hal's projects or checking his work as I know that Hal has such high standards for his work.  Hal is very good at communicating with me.  I always know the status of a project because Hal has always contacted me before I can even thing about calling him.  In the end, Hal makes it really easy for me to get projects completed, which is something that I value in a contractor.  As an aside, Hal's skills and reliability extend to interior projects.  Hal has built two stair cases, refinished bathroom walls and ceiling, and completed other projects for me.  Hal is very knowledgeable, reliable, and skilled about interior projects.  Again, I highly recommend Hal and Garden Structures and More.
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+10

Recommended by95%of homeowners
Custom Carpentry and Woodworking
5.0(
5
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Serving Grand Rapids, MN and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

We are your locally owned and operated one stop for all of your home needs. We offer everything from dirt work, brush hogging, custom landscaping, hardscaping, one of a kind outdoor kitchens, rock, or gravel. If it is in your dirt, I am your guy! \n\nI also offer beautiful, one of a kind, restoration, installation and fabrication of custom wood flooring, cabinetry and countertops, hand made wood furniture or any other wood project. I bring a level of craftsmanship only equaled of those times past.

Gravel resurfacing
Gravel resurfacing
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Heyer Grounds LLC
5.0(
2
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Serving Grand Rapids, MN and surrounding areas

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Heyer Grounds specialize's in high-quality landscaping services, including custom outdoor living spaces, lawn care, hardscaping, grading and excavation. Built on trust, reliability, and transparency, we’re committed to exceeding your expectations with every project. Contact us today!

Outdoor Kitchen
Retaining Wall
Dry River Bed
Wood Fire Pizza Oven
Response time6 hrs
Response rate91%
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Benage Hardscapes
5.0(
2
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Serving Grand Rapids, MN and surrounding areas

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

Welcome to Benage Hardscapes! We are a BTS certified paver installer with over 12 years of experience in the landscaping business. Our primary area of expertise is installing quality hardscape projects that will enhance your outdoor living; patios, walkways, steps, fire pits, etc. We also provide services for spring/fall clean ups, mulch beds, water features and much more. We can take care of your landscape maintenance or new project needs! Based out of Pequot Lakes, we service the Lakes Area of Minnesota from Brainerd to Walker and everything in between. You can find us on google, facebook and at many local realtors. Contact us today about your outdoor project (218) 513-4417!

Shed Platform
Flagstone Steppers
circle patio with fire pit
Paver patio
Paver patio

+13

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Skyline Contractors, LLC
4.3(
3
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Serving Grand Rapids, MN and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Located in Duluth Minnesota, Skyline Contractors offers services from general dirt work, driveways, land clearing, digging ponds, shoreline restoration, retaining walls, building pads, utilities, etc. we also do snow removal and plowing, as well as sanding for both commercial and residential. Although our main office is located in Duluth, we offer our services throughout Minnesota, North Dakota, South Dakota, Wisconsin and Upper Michigan.

Cleaning sidewalks at a snow removal account
Land clearing project, getting ready to dig a pond
Pouring a sidewalk
Pouring a garage slab
Clearing for a house and garage

+43

Response time1 day
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SH Construction
3.7(
3
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Serving Grand Rapids, MN and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

Welcome to SH Construction! We are a locally owned and operated company with years of industry experience. We value honesty, integrity and stand behind our work. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work, as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients, and guarantee your satisfaction.\n

Response time6 hrs
Recommended by66%of homeowners
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FAQs for sod installation projects in Grand Rapids, MN

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 Grand Rapids, MN homeowners’ guide to sod installations

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