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Jason Black Landscaping
5.0(
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Serving Howard Lake, MN and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Jason created a great plan for the space around our home after a major addition. His bid was competitive. Jason was onsite with his team for most of the project overseeing the installation. They laid plastic and river rock in areas along with mulch in others. Plantings were then added. We are really happy with the finished product and are planning to use Jason in the spring to do additional plantings in other areas of our yard and to install a water feature."
Patios and firepits
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+24

Response time1 day
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Sirek Landscaping Co.
4.9(
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Serving Howard Lake, MN and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1989

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"GREAT experience with Tom and his crew landscaping the south side of my property! Very professional and super flexible, executed on project plan and easily worked in additional plantings, stone, and sod as project progressed and I wanted to add. Crew was on time every day, quick and efficient and very neat. Tom made great suggestions that enhanced original plan. Very fair price for the work performed. Best landscaper I have ever used, and I highly recommend!"
General Landscaping
Boulder Work
Paver patio
Retaining walls
LANDSCAPING

+44

Response time2 days
Response rate97%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Clark Companies, Inc
4.7(
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Serving Howard Lake, MN and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We hired Josh Clark's Landscaping to do a small project in our back yard. They removed an area of bad sod, installed a two foot border of River Rock around the patio, added black dirt and resodded the area. He sent out a hard working group of young men to complete the project. They did great work with attention to detail. The crew leader was very organized and kept everything on track. They completed an impressive job and area clean up when they finished. I would recommend this business to anyone looking for help with any level of landscaping project."
NEW WALL
Huge Patio DONE!
Retaining wall
Double Boulder Wall
Commercial City Wall

+132

Response time1 day
222 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by67%of homeowners
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L & R Suburban Landscaping Inc
4.9(
192
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Serving Howard Lake, MN and surrounding areas

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In business since 1978

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Very happy with the whole process. Owner was onsite everyday making sure everything was perfect. Designer visited site numerous times to make sure layout was done as his plan specified. All trees, shrubs and sod were very hardy. Office staff kept me posted on job schedule."
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+32

Response time4 days
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Mojestic Landscapes
5.0(
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Serving Howard Lake, MN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2008

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"Jeremy was knowledgeable & helpful in offering suggestions for the proper plants for our project. He knew what needed to be done to address our drainage issues. He was flexible & easy to work with. Communication throughout the project was key. They did a great job & we would hire them again."
Design of project
Exterior lighting
Retaining wall and patio
Gas fire pit and grill surround
Arial view

+1

Response time9 hrs
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Sculptured Earth
4.3(
13
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Serving Howard Lake, MN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2007

Free estimates

Customers say: Super punctual

"If you are looking for paver patios, the installers are great. They did a very nice job, and were professional throughout. They would clean up every day before leaving, addressed any questions we had timely and we are very satisfied with the results. We also added a gazebo to our patio design. It was very clear that gazebo's are not one of their strengths. We encountered many issues with the design and build of the gazebo long before construction began. We had hired Josh in October to complete all elements of the landscaping project the following spring. Over the winter months, we had asked on many occasions for catalog photos, or anything that would confirm what the finished gazebo was going to look like. The pictures were never sent and the only indication of what it might look like came just a few days before the project began and was a very small (1x1) black and white picture. Our expectation of the gazebo was that the material used would be cedar. We had asked for glass windows that could be closed during the cooler and winter months. We were assured on many occasions that cedar material and glass windows were what we were going to get. As they were starting to build the gazebo, the material was not cedar, rather it was pressed wood. As the windows were installed, they were not glass (despite being told that very day they were glass), instead they were a plastic film over the screens. We were left in a very difficult position where we were essentially forced to concede on both elements. While the gazebo is functional, and will suit our needs, had Josh sent just ONE picture sometime in the 5 months or so prior the project start, we may have been able to make a different decision. Related, and something else to be aware of. When trying to reach Josh about start dates, etc I would say he was not always as responsive as I would have expected. Furthermore, there were multiple instances where what was promised was not delivered. Again, if you are looking at a paver or patio project - these guys are great and I would recommend their workmanship. However beware of anything more than that."
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5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by76%of homeowners
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FAQs for sod installation projects in Howard Lake, 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 Howard Lake, MN homeowners’ guide to sod installations

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