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MiScape
4.8(
25
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Sod - Install

Serving Highland Park, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"As a new customer they helped us through getting signed up and on their schedule for snow removal. Kept us updated via text on the status. Got everything done before we opened the next morning. Will be using them again."
Mulching
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Landscaping Project

+45

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Browning Family Landscaping & Lawn Care -
4.3(
51
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Sod - Install

Serving Highland Park, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"The day the two workers came,they were on time. They did a beautiful job and cleaned up good. They were hard workers and very pleasant to talk to. We would recommend them highly to anyone who would need their services."
Simple Flowerbed Design
Simple flowerbed
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Retainer wall
Ratainer Wall

+28

Response time2 days
Recommended by97%of homeowners
Onceler
New to Angi
Sod - Install

Serving Highland Park, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Hello, my name is Romieo Diaz, and I’m a Sales Representative with Onceler Tree Removal & Landscape.\n\nI’ve worked with several companies in the past providing professional tree removal and outdoor services. I’m now excited to be working with my family and helping grow our own company.\n\nWe would be happy to help with your tree removal, tree pruning, fall cleanups, and other outdoor needs. We take pride in providing reliable, professional service to our community.\n\nPlease feel free to reach out anytime for a free estimate or if you have any questions.\n\n📞 Romieo Diaz\n734-933-0675\n\nThank you, and we look forward to serving you!

2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Bayer Junk Removal & Hauling
New to Angi
Sod - Install

Serving Highland Park, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

Bayer Junk Removal & Hauling is a locally owned business serving Macomb County, Michigan and surrounding areas. Whether you need something gone or something moved, we do the heavy lifting so you don't have to.\n\nWe haul away unwanted furniture, appliances, mattresses, yard waste, scrap, and debris, and handle garage, basement, and whole-home cleanouts. We also move furniture and appliances across town, and pick up store and Marketplace purchases that won't fit in your car.\n\nSend a few photos for a free, flat-price quote with no surprises. With evening and weekend appointments, we work around your schedule, treat your home and belongings with care, and sweep up before we leave. You point, we lift.

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Junk hunks
New to Angi
Sod - Install

Serving Highland Park, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

Offers commercial services

Junk Hunk is a locally owned junk removal company run by two buddies with a passion for hard work and helping people. Whether it's old furniture, household clutter, garage cleanouts, or unwanted junk, we show up, haul it away, and get the job done. Two friends, one mission — making junk disappear!

Brickbybrick
New to Angi
Sod - Install

Serving Highland Park, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

Hi, I started this landscaping business because I enjoy transforming outdoor spaces and helping people take pride in their properties. From routine lawn care and yard cleanups to landscaping projects and seasonal maintenance, I work hard to provide dependable service and results you'll love. I believe in honest communication, fair pricing, and treating every property as if it were my own. Thank you for considering my business—I look forward to working with you and making your yard stand out!

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FAQs for sod installation projects in Highland Park, 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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