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Avatar for RRV LANDSCAPING LLC
RRV LANDSCAPING LLC
4.8(
41
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Sod - Install

Serving Huntley, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. We offer a variety of lawn care and landscaping services that are customizable to each individual property. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction!

mulching
mulching
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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MONTERO'S LANDSCAPE LLC
5.0(
13
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Sod - Install

Serving Huntley, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"They did great! Communication and quote was fast and pricing was reasonable and competitive. I needed plants removed and some transplanted as well as sod and mulch install. Would definitely recommend and use again for any future projects."
Gary's project
Gary's Project
Gary's Project
Gary's Project
Gary's Project

+88

Response time1 day
Recommended by91%of homeowners
Avatar for GAL Landscaping, Inc.
GAL Landscaping, Inc.
4.0(
63
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Sod - Install

Serving Huntley, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

With over 20 years of experience, 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!

Bush Triming
Bush Triming
Bush Triming
Response time9 hrs
Response rate86%
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
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ABG services
5.0(
6
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Sod - Install

Serving Huntley, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Warranties offered

Small jobs welcome

I’m Adam majority of my skills and talents are for outside your home. I have a career in underground construction where I replace, install, and fix pipes for water, sanitary, and drainage from 72” concrete pipe 1/2” sprinkler lines. If you are having issues with water drainage,septic or really anything underground I’m your guy. I specialize in in a wide range of landscaping such as mulch beds, garden boxes, trimming and removing bushes, and planting trees&bushes. Also I can trim or remove that old tree that has been an obstacle or eye sore for you. I grew up helping my dad and grandfather in their landscaping business. I started running a chainsaw when I was 9 yrs old. Patios, retaining walls, or flagstone for walkways or edging I can give them a fresh new look or I can install them from a blank canvas. Mother nature can be rough on any deck or fence over years and can become an eye sore or even dangerous I can give them new life for the summer. Hope to hear from you soon.

Patio install
Patio install
Patio install
Rehab landscaping
Rehab landscaping

+8

71 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Pancho Landscaping
4.9(
13
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Sod - Install

Serving Huntley, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumers' 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

3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Greentrail Landscape & Design, Inc.
4.3(
81
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Sod - Install

Serving Huntley, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We had a wonderful experience with this company from start to finish. Jose and his crew could not have been nicer. The flagstone they installed for us In our back yard is gorgeous! We will be recommending them to friends and family."
Response time2 days
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
Avatar for Focus Vision
Focus Vision
4.5(
12
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Sod - Install

Serving Huntley, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

6 years of experience and is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade, combined with ability, is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.\nFocus Vision Aesthetics

Leaf removal projects
Haul away of leaves
After
Afyer
Haul away of leaves

+14

Response time4 hrs
Response rate97%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Daybreaker, Inc.
4.2(
18
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Sod - Install

Serving Huntley, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2002

Warranties offered

Credit card accepted

We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. We offer a variety of lawn care and landscaping services that are customizable to each individual property. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction! \n

Before 1
Before 2
Sidewalk 1
Sidewalk 2
Rear sidewalk/patio

+54

Response time4 days
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for sod installation projects in Huntley, 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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