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State Line Landscaping

4.89(
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State Line Landscaping

4.89(
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Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
35 years of experience

We, at State Line Landscaping take pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service. We believe good communication is always essential in any business relationship. Our mission is to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to finish. Our reputation is based on doing what it takes to complete a project the right way to insure lasting results.

"Very reliable good pricing"

Tina R on September 2024

We, at State Line Landscaping take pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service. We believe good communication is always essential in any business relationship. Our mission is to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to finish. Our reputation is based on doing what it takes to complete a project the right way to insure lasting results.

"Very reliable good pricing"

Tina R on September 2024

Flawless Landscapes

5.00(
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Flawless Landscapes

5.00(
2
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•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
25 local quotes requested

Transform your outdoor space with Flawless Landscapes. Our expert team in Chicago specializes in landscaping, creating stunning landscapes that will make your neighbors green with envy. Contact us today for a consultation!

"I highly recommend Flawless Landscaping for any landscaping needs. My outdoor space now looks stunning and is exactly what I had envisioned—if not better. I will certainly be using their services again for future projects!"

Luvisa D on August 2024

Transform your outdoor space with Flawless Landscapes. Our expert team in Chicago specializes in landscaping, creating stunning landscapes that will make your neighbors green with envy. Contact us today for a consultation!

"I highly recommend Flawless Landscaping for any landscaping needs. My outdoor space now looks stunning and is exactly what I had envisioned—if not better. I will certainly be using their services again for future projects!"

Luvisa D on August 2024

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MONTERO'S LANDSCAPE LLC

5.00(
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MONTERO'S LANDSCAPE LLC

5.00(
12
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 91% of Angi customers
Recommended by 91% of HomeAdvisor customers
5 years of experience

Montero's Landscaping and Patio Design, 815-354-6906 If questions, Free Estimates

"Very nice and did all that was asked. Would recommend this company. Very hard worker."

Rosanne C on September 2022

Montero's Landscaping and Patio Design, 815-354-6906 If questions, Free Estimates

"Very nice and did all that was asked. Would recommend this company. Very hard worker."

Rosanne C on September 2022

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Roberto Nova Landscaping

4.94(
33
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Roberto Nova Landscaping

4.94(
33
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•Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 93% of Angi customers
Recommended by 93% of HomeAdvisor customers
25 local quotes requested

Roberto Nova Landscaping was established in 2018. I have had a lot of experience working in landscaping but decided in 2018 to start my own business. I have the ability to do anything you need in the lawn services area including planting new trees, removing old ones, edging, brick pathways, mowing and spring and fall cleanup. We even can help you out in the winter with snowplowing! We have even done specialty installations of things like dog yard preparation and fencing. Just give us a call and we will give you a free quote1

"Had them fill in my back yard with soil and then sod to match the level of a new poured concrete patio. Turned out great. The grading is a nice smooth transition from my patio to yard now instead of a 2ft drop. They were very timely, and affordable. Will definately reach out to them again for future projects."

Tyler H on October 2025

Roberto Nova Landscaping was established in 2018. I have had a lot of experience working in landscaping but decided in 2018 to start my own business. I have the ability to do anything you need in the lawn services area including planting new trees, removing old ones, edging, brick pathways, mowing and spring and fall cleanup. We even can help you out in the winter with snowplowing! We have even done specialty installations of things like dog yard preparation and fencing. Just give us a call and we will give you a free quote1

"Had them fill in my back yard with soil and then sod to match the level of a new poured concrete patio. Turned out great. The grading is a nice smooth transition from my patio to yard now instead of a 2ft drop. They were very timely, and affordable. Will definately reach out to them again for future projects."

Tyler H on October 2025

Junior Landscaping

5.00(
1
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Junior Landscaping

5.00(
1
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•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
14 local quotes requested

We guarantee your satisfaction. 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 an estimate today!

"They did great work. Everything was done perfectly!!!"

Ron R on April 2025

We guarantee your satisfaction. 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 an estimate today!

"They did great work. Everything was done perfectly!!!"

Ron R on April 2025

DT Services

5.00(
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DT Services

5.00(
2
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•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
12 local quotes requested

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business! Book with us online or feel free to give us a call today!

"Arrived punctually and spent time on my small property, leaving it looking really nice!! Thank u Elvis!"

Peggy C on May 2023

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business! Book with us online or feel free to give us a call today!

"Arrived punctually and spent time on my small property, leaving it looking really nice!! Thank u Elvis!"

Peggy C on May 2023

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Power Landscaping, Inc.

4.71(
21
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Power Landscaping, Inc.

4.71(
21
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•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
6 years of experience

We are a complete landscaping company with over 20 years of experience. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with great customer service makes us a great company to work with. We are prompt and professional, and we will bring your vision for your landscaping to reality! Give us a call today!

"Great, efficient, timely crew!"

Pam O on October 2024

We are a complete landscaping company with over 20 years of experience. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with great customer service makes us a great company to work with. We are prompt and professional, and we will bring your vision for your landscaping to reality! Give us a call today!

"Great, efficient, timely crew!"

Pam O on October 2024

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Green City Gardens

4.84(
95
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Green City Gardens

4.84(
95
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•Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 93% of Angi customers
Recommended by 93% of HomeAdvisor customers
56 local quotes requested

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. From complete landscape design & installation to simple garden makeovers to beautiful flower pots, Green City Gardens can improve your quality of life.

"JD and his team just did the second job for us - new front yard sod & some new backyard plantings. The work is beautiful, just what we wanted, and was done efficiently and with such a great, positive crew. JD is meticulous - you get a beautiful yard and simple instructions to keep it that way! He has a great feel for what the customer wants and understands what it's going to look like all year round and over the long term. His original design is still beautiful almost 10 years later. Highly recommend, thanks JD!"

Pamela S on June 2025

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. From complete landscape design & installation to simple garden makeovers to beautiful flower pots, Green City Gardens can improve your quality of life.

"JD and his team just did the second job for us - new front yard sod & some new backyard plantings. The work is beautiful, just what we wanted, and was done efficiently and with such a great, positive crew. JD is meticulous - you get a beautiful yard and simple instructions to keep it that way! He has a great feel for what the customer wants and understands what it's going to look like all year round and over the long term. His original design is still beautiful almost 10 years later. Highly recommend, thanks JD!"

Pamela S on June 2025

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Gallegos Landscape

4.97(
58
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Gallegos Landscape

4.97(
58
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•Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
58 local quotes requested

Let us help you plan your next project! Contact Gallegos landscape LLC #262 7453478 today for more information Licensed and insured company send us a message or give us a call if you have any hardscape and landscape projects in mind,we are here to help you We will be happy to show you our Landscape/Hardscape services,including but not limited Mulching,Landscape bed edging,Pavers/Brick patios,Firepits,Pillars,Mailbox pillars,Seating walls.Walkways,Stoop repairs,Brick kitchens,Retaining walls,Yard grading,Sod installation,Grass seeding,Bush trimming,pressure washing,Spring and fall clean up,Snow removal. Offering all landscaping, hardscape service with over 15 years experience i will be happy to help you do your projects with a respectful and profesional service' Contact us to schedule an appointment for a free quote. At 2627453478

"wall looks great - all work was done as requested, on time and billing was as agreed to in advance."

John L on September 2025

Let us help you plan your next project! Contact Gallegos landscape LLC #262 7453478 today for more information Licensed and insured company send us a message or give us a call if you have any hardscape and landscape projects in mind,we are here to help you We will be happy to show you our Landscape/Hardscape services,including but not limited Mulching,Landscape bed edging,Pavers/Brick patios,Firepits,Pillars,Mailbox pillars,Seating walls.Walkways,Stoop repairs,Brick kitchens,Retaining walls,Yard grading,Sod installation,Grass seeding,Bush trimming,pressure washing,Spring and fall clean up,Snow removal. Offering all landscaping, hardscape service with over 15 years experience i will be happy to help you do your projects with a respectful and profesional service' Contact us to schedule an appointment for a free quote. At 2627453478

"wall looks great - all work was done as requested, on time and billing was as agreed to in advance."

John L on September 2025

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AQ Landscaping Inc.

4.90(
10
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•Approved Pro

AQ Landscaping Inc.

4.90(
10
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•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
41 local quotes requested

We are providers of landscaping services in the Chicago area. Our mission is to maintain the highest quality and professionalism from start to finish. We are confident in our results because all our jobs are custom for the needs of each home. We strive for the highest degree of quality products and workmanship. During the years in business, AQ Landscaping Inc. has satisfied many customers. It is our reputation of quality work, professionalism, and customer service our customers continue to rely on us for their needs. To understand the expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer professionally. We base our reputation on service, safety, and quality. Call us today and find out how we can meet all of your landscaping needs!

"Went great. They showed up for estimate and I proceeded with the work"

JAY P on May 2023

We are providers of landscaping services in the Chicago area. Our mission is to maintain the highest quality and professionalism from start to finish. We are confident in our results because all our jobs are custom for the needs of each home. We strive for the highest degree of quality products and workmanship. During the years in business, AQ Landscaping Inc. has satisfied many customers. It is our reputation of quality work, professionalism, and customer service our customers continue to rely on us for their needs. To understand the expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer professionally. We base our reputation on service, safety, and quality. Call us today and find out how we can meet all of your landscaping needs!

"Went great. They showed up for estimate and I proceeded with the work"

JAY P on May 2023

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FAQs for sod installation projects in Harvard, 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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