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TrueCare Landscaping, LLC
4.9(
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Sod - Install

Serving Saint Charles, MO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Well beautiful and professional work adding sod and mulch to make my yard look fresh and new again. Great communication and very friendly. Thanks, Leon and crew! Mark Z."
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Landscaping flowers bed

+203

Response time5 hrs
Response rate93%
72 neighbors recently requested a quote
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City Scapes
5.0(
25
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Sod - Install

Serving Saint Charles, MO and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Chris and his team did a wonderful and thoughtful job on our sod installation along with tree work. We are very happy of the beautiful work that him and his team have completed. Respectful and well worth the value. Thank you Chris! We hope to see you working with our neighbors soon too ?"
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+16

Response time8 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by62%of homeowners
Finishing Touch Landscape Co LLC
4.4(
373
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Sod - Install

Serving Saint Charles, MO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Tom and his team do great work! This is the second time they have come to our home for landscaping and their work has been exceptional both times. After the work was completed we did have an area of sod that we were unhappy with. Upon reaching out to Tom, he sent a member of his crew to address the issue."
Paver Patio
Paver Patio
Retaining Wall with Driveway Extention
Paver Patio
Paver Patio

+92

Response time3 days
Response rate100%
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Empire Walls and Hardscapes LLC
4.8(
6
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Sod - Install

Serving Saint Charles, MO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Warranties offered

Empire Walls and Hardscapes, 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.

Response time1 day
25 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by66%of homeowners
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KKl Landscaping
5.0(
5
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Sod - Install

Serving Saint Charles, MO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

All your landscape and outdoor needs in one place, family owned and operated. we take pride in our work and treat every customer's yard as our own. just make the phone call and you will find out for yourself!

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+16

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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G/T Outdoor Professional, LLC
3.4(
169
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Sod - Install

Serving Saint Charles, MO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"There was no communication as to when the job would start. They just showed up one morning ready to go. The first part of the project was to rebuild stone stairs to correct uneven riser height which required providing three new stones - the problem was corrected but the new stones do not match the existing ones. The second part was to correct a drainage issue that occurs in heavy rains. We have had several people look at the issue and Green Thumb was the first to come up with what I thought was a practical solution. We'll see how it works after the first good rain."
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Hollandstone Paver  Patio surrounding wall
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Holland Stone
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+43

Response time1 day
92 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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FAQs for sod installation projects in Saint Charles, 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.

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