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Avatar for MONTERO'S LANDSCAPE LLC

MONTERO'S LANDSCAPE LLC

2397 Linden Drive
5.00(
12
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•Approved Pro

MONTERO'S LANDSCAPE LLC

2397 Linden Drive
5.00(
12
)
•Approved Pro
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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Rojas Landscaping & Lawn Maintenance Inc

10807 Charles Rd
4.86(
29
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•Approved Pro

Rojas Landscaping & Lawn Maintenance Inc

10807 Charles Rd
4.86(
29
)
•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 96% of Angi customers
Recommended by 96% of HomeAdvisor customers
178 local quotes requested

As a full-service landscape company, ROJAS LANDSCAPING & LAWN MAINTENANCE, INC. provides a one-stop shop for all areas of landscaping, including mowing and edging, planting trees and flowers, trimming trees, placement of sod and mulch, compost, brick and stone patios, and cleanups. We recognize that all of our clients have different needs and we work hard to ensure that every one of our clients in entirely satisfied with our work. ROJAS LANDSCAPING AND LAWN MAINTENANCE INC. employs only the most well versed, well rounded, and expressive landscape architects. You will absolutely love the work we do for you, whether it's redoing your front yard, new gazebo, industrial complex, or shopping center.

"Lino and his crew cut down 6 trees on our property. They presented us with a fair bid for the job and were very efficient. Lino provided excellent communication throughout and his crew left a very clean job site. Very professional. One of the tress was right next to the house and they took it down with surgical precision."

Noreen L on May 2025

As a full-service landscape company, ROJAS LANDSCAPING & LAWN MAINTENANCE, INC. provides a one-stop shop for all areas of landscaping, including mowing and edging, planting trees and flowers, trimming trees, placement of sod and mulch, compost, brick and stone patios, and cleanups. We recognize that all of our clients have different needs and we work hard to ensure that every one of our clients in entirely satisfied with our work. ROJAS LANDSCAPING AND LAWN MAINTENANCE INC. employs only the most well versed, well rounded, and expressive landscape architects. You will absolutely love the work we do for you, whether it's redoing your front yard, new gazebo, industrial complex, or shopping center.

"Lino and his crew cut down 6 trees on our property. They presented us with a fair bid for the job and were very efficient. Lino provided excellent communication throughout and his crew left a very clean job site. Very professional. One of the tress was right next to the house and they took it down with surgical precision."

Noreen L on May 2025

DT Services

4661 Byron Dr
5.00(
2
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•Approved Pro

DT Services

4661 Byron Dr
5.00(
2
)
•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
11 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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Rojas Landscaping and Lawn Maintenance

10807 Charles Rd
4.65(
114
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•Approved Pro

Rojas Landscaping and Lawn Maintenance

10807 Charles Rd
4.65(
114
)
•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 93% of Angi customers
Recommended by 93% of HomeAdvisor customers
47 local quotes requested

Rojas Landscaping and Lawn Maintenance is your number source for all your landscaping needs. With years of experience, we can handle all projects, large or small. We specialize in all brick work patio seating walls sidewalk and retaining walls we have a full, experienced staff. Please contact us today!

"Great company to do business with! Lino and his crew took care of the removal of 4 large trees and also the removal of overgrown bushes and smaller tree sprouts. Very quick friendly and efficient crew. Also left everything nice and clean! We will be using them again for a few projects we are looking to get done soon!"

janet u on October 2024

Rojas Landscaping and Lawn Maintenance is your number source for all your landscaping needs. With years of experience, we can handle all projects, large or small. We specialize in all brick work patio seating walls sidewalk and retaining walls we have a full, experienced staff. Please contact us today!

"Great company to do business with! Lino and his crew took care of the removal of 4 large trees and also the removal of overgrown bushes and smaller tree sprouts. Very quick friendly and efficient crew. Also left everything nice and clean! We will be using them again for a few projects we are looking to get done soon!"

janet u on October 2024

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
25 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

Environmental Landscapes

422 Red Cedar Road
4.69(
37
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•Approved Pro

Environmental Landscapes

422 Red Cedar Road
4.69(
37
)
•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 94% of Angi customers
Recommended by 94% of HomeAdvisor customers
38 local quotes requested

We are dedicated to providing our clients with the very best in brick and pavement installation and repair for driveways, sidewalks, patios, steps, and a variety of other projects. We take an enormous amount of pride in the attention to detail put into each of the projects we are involved with. We are known for our quality work and the integrity of our business. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients, and guarantee your satisfaction.

"Jose was communicative, on time and professional in every way. He was great about showing me examples, talking through the project of doing our bluestone walkway and he and his workers did a fantastic job. Excellent experience overall."

Juliette Z on November 2022

We are dedicated to providing our clients with the very best in brick and pavement installation and repair for driveways, sidewalks, patios, steps, and a variety of other projects. We take an enormous amount of pride in the attention to detail put into each of the projects we are involved with. We are known for our quality work and the integrity of our business. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients, and guarantee your satisfaction.

"Jose was communicative, on time and professional in every way. He was great about showing me examples, talking through the project of doing our bluestone walkway and he and his workers did a fantastic job. Excellent experience overall."

Juliette Z on November 2022

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Daybreaker, Inc.

17201 Jefferson Street, Unit 3
4.88(
13
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Daybreaker, Inc.

17201 Jefferson Street, Unit 3
4.88(
13
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•Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
23 years of experience

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!

"The work done was great. It took a long time, however, to get responses to our requests for quotes, change orders, scheduling, etc."

Paul K on May 2024

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!

"The work done was great. It took a long time, however, to get responses to our requests for quotes, change orders, scheduling, etc."

Paul K on May 2024

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AQ Landscaping Inc.

130 Terry Ct
4.90(
10
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•Approved Pro

AQ Landscaping Inc.

130 Terry Ct
4.90(
10
)
•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
279 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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The Illuminators Outdoor Lighting

616 E. Main St.
4.83(
119
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•Approved Pro

The Illuminators Outdoor Lighting

616 E. Main St.
4.83(
119
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•Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 92% of Angi customers
Recommended by 92% of HomeAdvisor customers
137 local quotes requested

Chicagoland's #1 Outdoor Lighting contractor specializing in outdoor landscape lighting design, installation, maintenance, service and repairs for over 25 years!

"Illuminators is a great company for your outdoor lighting needs. They installed lights for me several years ago. They performed routine maintenance to keep the lights in good working order and troubleshot another issue for me. Always very professional and responsive."

Colleen H on September 2024

Chicagoland's #1 Outdoor Lighting contractor specializing in outdoor landscape lighting design, installation, maintenance, service and repairs for over 25 years!

"Illuminators is a great company for your outdoor lighting needs. They installed lights for me several years ago. They performed routine maintenance to keep the lights in good working order and troubleshot another issue for me. Always very professional and responsive."

Colleen H on September 2024

Universal Electrical Services

2490 Fairfax Ln
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Universal Electrical Services

2490 Fairfax Ln
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Universal Electrical Services provides services to residential, commercial & industrial customers.

Universal Electrical Services provides services to residential, commercial & industrial customers.

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FAQs for sod installation projects in Marengo, 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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