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R&D Lawn Care and Landscape

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R&D Lawn Care and Landscape

3.85(
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Customers say: Quick response
38 local quotes requested
37 years of experience

When you hire Derrick Brown you get a tried and true professional. Your project will be completed on-time and on-budget. Call us today and find out how to receive a free estimate. **We are NOT a delivery service and will not deliver top soil, rock, mulch, etc.**

"Showed up on time and did a good job. Will use for our next seasonal clean up"

Heather G on May 2021

When you hire Derrick Brown you get a tried and true professional. Your project will be completed on-time and on-budget. Call us today and find out how to receive a free estimate. **We are NOT a delivery service and will not deliver top soil, rock, mulch, etc.**

"Showed up on time and did a good job. Will use for our next seasonal clean up"

Heather G on May 2021

Titus carnagey

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Titus carnagey

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Lots of different types of things from siding to excavation

Lots of different types of things from siding to excavation

Hunter Home

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Hunter Home

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14 years of experience

At Hunter Home, we strive to make sure every customer is pleased. We take pride in our work and we don't stop until you, the costomer is happy. We are locally owned and operated. Licensed, Bonded, and Insured. We gaurentee our work 100%. Let us make you one of our many satisfied customers

At Hunter Home, we strive to make sure every customer is pleased. We take pride in our work and we don't stop until you, the costomer is happy. We are locally owned and operated. Licensed, Bonded, and Insured. We gaurentee our work 100%. Let us make you one of our many satisfied customers

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BTS tree services

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BTS tree services

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6 years of experience

BTS offers tree trimming and removal stump grinding at affordable cost. BTS is owner operated and here to serve you.

BTS offers tree trimming and removal stump grinding at affordable cost. BTS is owner operated and here to serve you.

Roys Mowing

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Roys Mowing

5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

As a lawn service we desire to bring you, the customer, complete satisfaction in our work.

As a lawn service we desire to bring you, the customer, complete satisfaction in our work.

A-1 Mr Handyman

4.53(
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A-1 Mr Handyman

4.53(
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Customers say: Super punctual
25 years of experience

General handyman services by Tom and his 3 sons. No job is to small . 24 hr emergency services and free estimates. Reasonable rates.

General handyman services by Tom and his 3 sons. No job is to small . 24 hr emergency services and free estimates. Reasonable rates.

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Maplewood Landscape Projects

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Maplewood Landscape Projects

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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Provide a enjoyable outdoor living space. Landscaping & Hardscapes. We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out all the services we offer below and call -or- click to schedule an estimate today!

"Top notch all around! From first contact to follow up after the job was completed. I’ve contacted multiple yard companies in my area and Armando with maplewood was the only business to contact me and follow through to completion ! Very professional, reliable, and beautiful job he completed. Would definitely hire again !"

Jacqueline W on September 2023

Provide a enjoyable outdoor living space. Landscaping & Hardscapes. We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out all the services we offer below and call -or- click to schedule an estimate today!

"Top notch all around! From first contact to follow up after the job was completed. I’ve contacted multiple yard companies in my area and Armando with maplewood was the only business to contact me and follow through to completion ! Very professional, reliable, and beautiful job he completed. Would definitely hire again !"

Jacqueline W on September 2023

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Decorist

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Decorist

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12 years of experience

Decorist is an online interior design service that provides professional decorating help – in your style and on your budget – for a low flat fee starting at $199 per room. Whether you're moving, renovating or just want a fresh new look, Decorist is the easy and affordable way to design the room you've always wanted.

Decorist is an online interior design service that provides professional decorating help – in your style and on your budget – for a low flat fee starting at $199 per room. Whether you're moving, renovating or just want a fresh new look, Decorist is the easy and affordable way to design the room you've always wanted.

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Zimmer Landscape & Mowing LLC

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Zimmer Landscape & Mowing LLC

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2 years of experience

Zimmer Landscape & Mowing LLC provides exceptional landscaping and lawn care services to residential and commercial properties. Our mission is to enhance the beauty, functionality, and sustainability of outdoor spaces, creating captivating landscapes that exceed our clients' expectations. Through meticulous lawn maintenance, we aim to establish ourselves as a trusted and preferred partner in the communities we serve.

Zimmer Landscape & Mowing LLC provides exceptional landscaping and lawn care services to residential and commercial properties. Our mission is to enhance the beauty, functionality, and sustainability of outdoor spaces, creating captivating landscapes that exceed our clients' expectations. Through meticulous lawn maintenance, we aim to establish ourselves as a trusted and preferred partner in the communities we serve.

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Brashear Excavation

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Brashear Excavation

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Excavating company that includes all types of different dirt work, demolition, culverts, driveways and clearings.

Excavating company that includes all types of different dirt work, demolition, culverts, driveways and clearings.

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FAQs for sod installation projects in Joplin, 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 Joplin, MO homeowners’ guide to sod installations

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