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OUR TOUCH SITE SERVICES
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Serving Pleasant Lake, MI and surrounding areas

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OUR TOUCH, LLC\n\nBeen in business since 2024.\n\nStarted my love for lawn and dirt in 1999. You'll love our attention to detail and timeliness for every job!\n\nLocated in Swartz Creek, MI where we have a great community but we will travel for jobs. You can trust and count on OUR TOUCH!\n\nLawn care, lawn mowing, land clearing, fall and spring cleaning.\n\nCOMPLETE haul away available for ANYTHING you can think of.

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Clean-Up Dynamic Services
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Sod - Install

Serving Pleasant Lake, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Hauling ,Junk Removal, Estate Cleaning, Garage cleaning, Season Cleaning, Construction Clean up. \n\nLooking for reliable hauling services in Detroit? Look no further! Clean-Up Dynamic Services specializes in hauling and clean-up, offering dynamic solutions for all your home projects. Contact us today for professional assistance!

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Veteran Egress & Excavation
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Sod - Install

Serving Pleasant Lake, MI and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

Lawns are our specialty. We are a local sod installation veteran ran business installing lawns for new homes that need lawns and existing homes that already have lawns that need to be removed and replaced with sod. Take a look at some of our photos and see how we can take anything and turn it into a beautiful lawn. Call us today!!!

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Derek Campbell
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Sod - Install

Serving Pleasant Lake, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

My name is Derek. I offer a wide variety of services, from junk removal, furniture assembly, courier services, and more. I have exceptional service and quality work at reasonable prices. 100% satisfaction guarantee. I look forward to your business!

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Lake State Landscaping & Snow Removal
5.0(
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Sod - Install

Serving Pleasant Lake, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

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!\n

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Recommended by42%of homeowners
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MTS Construction
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Sod - Install

Serving Pleasant Lake, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Matt did a great job. He had to go in the attic to install a bracket to secure the chandelier. Then climbed a tall ladder to install the chandelier. Matt was very knowledgeable about the job, very timely and clean. I highly recommend Matt."
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FAQs for sod installation projects in Pleasant Lake, 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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