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LA Landscaping
5.0(
135
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Serving Kansas City, MO and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Took four of us 20 minutes to clear away some junk which would have taken all weekend by myself. Then they graded away weeds and organic garden debris and leaves. Then they leveled out fresh top soil and provided proper grading for drainage. Then they laid and watered fresh dormant fescue sod, and gave me instructions for care. Worth every penny, took thier 4 man crew 6 hours to do a job which would have taken me a lifetime"
new landscaping
new landscaping
trim trees
new patio
retaining wall

+11

Response time5 hrs
30 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by74%of homeowners
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Urban Turf Lawncare & Landscaping
5.0(
54
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Serving Kansas City, MO and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Urban turf did a wonderful job with my lawn! The crew arrived on time and knew exactly what they had to do. They are extremely professional. I will certainly use them for many other projects that I have planned. "
Sod install
6ft privacy fence
Tree removal
Mowing
Redesign

+110

5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by77%of homeowners
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Land Escapes LLC
4.9(
76
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Serving Kansas City, MO and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Land Escapes worked two projects for me, landscaping and grass seeding in the front yard to increase our curb appeal and then poured a textured and stained patio to the side of the house. Both turned out to be fantastic thanks to great crews and largely, the vision of the designer, Laeken Frazier. Laeken was absolutely fantastic and you should ask for her services. My family will be requesting her again in the near future to upgrade our backyard."
Before & After Landscape Redo & Clean-up
Limestone Retaining Walls
Landscape Redo and Clean-up
Install of Limestone Retaining Walls & Landscaping
New Limestone Retaining Walls & Landscape Plants & Mulch

+30

Response time3 days
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Ramos Lawn Care
4.7(
45
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Serving Kansas City, MO and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"Ramos Lawn installed landscape edgers around 3 sides of my home, laid weed barrier fabric, and filled with decorative rock. They listened to what I wanted, explained the process and sent me a quote within a few days. They showed up when they said they would, did an awesome job, and cleaned up after themselves. I am very happy with the end result and would hire them again!"
Mulch
Retaining Walls
Sod Installation
Sod Installation
Mulch

+28

Response time6 hrs
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Delgado Landscaping
4.8(
14
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Serving Kansas City, MO and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

Free estimates

Warranties offered

Customers say: Quick response

"Isaacs is a true professional who obviously loves and takes pride in his work. He first provided a free estimate, coordinated a installation date with us, and arrived on said date on time and ready to go to work. When I suggested a different river rock than planned and an alternative supplier he had never worked with, Isaacs was very open to the suggestion and went to that source to ensure we were satisfied with the end result. He also suggested the material for the retaining wall which turned out beautiful. We plan on using Delgado Landscaping in the future and would recommend his company to anyone needing such work."
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+24

Response time11 hrs
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Paradise Landscape of KC
5.0(
10
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Serving Kansas City, MO and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Billy work great with us, providing a unique front landscape design for our newly constructed home. He was very flexible incorporating our thoughts on our plants along with his design. He and his crew completed the landscape, rain gutter drainage pipe to keep water away from the house and did a complete lawn irrigation system using the lake water for supply. He worked jointly with us and our neighbor for some joint water drainage. We have had numerous people asking who did our landscaping as it has good curb appeal. We have Paradise open and close our irrigation system and they are now doing 5 of our neighbors too. I would highly recommend Paradise Landscape."
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+45

4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Vanice Lawn & Landscape
4.8(
12
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Serving Kansas City, MO and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 1993

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I provided little guidance other than I wanted a clean up of our lawn and landscaping. They did an excellent job weeding, removing, mulching etc and the end product looks great for a reasonable price."
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Response time1 day
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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FAQs for sod installation projects in Kansas City, MO

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 Kansas City, MO homeowners’ guide to sod installations

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