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Finishing Touch Lawn Care and Landscape, LLC

38575 Kost Trail
4.99(
39
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•Approved Pro

Finishing Touch Lawn Care and Landscape, LLC

38575 Kost Trail
4.99(
39
)
•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
6 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Finishing Touch Lawn Care and Landscape, LLC is dedicated to providing our customers with the best quality and craftsmanship. We are here to build relationships with our customers and communities and to provide our employees with a great place to work. Finishing Touch Lawn Care and Landscape, LLC is a leader in providing our customers with the highest quality products and craftsmanship in an honest, efficient, and professional way. Our pledge is to create successful relationships with our customers, employees and community by building trust, treating every project with the utmost integrity and exceeding expectations. We look forward to working with you!

"Very responsive and timely. Friendly crew, will hire again in the spring"

Pamela T on November 2022

Finishing Touch Lawn Care and Landscape, LLC is dedicated to providing our customers with the best quality and craftsmanship. We are here to build relationships with our customers and communities and to provide our employees with a great place to work. Finishing Touch Lawn Care and Landscape, LLC is a leader in providing our customers with the highest quality products and craftsmanship in an honest, efficient, and professional way. Our pledge is to create successful relationships with our customers, employees and community by building trust, treating every project with the utmost integrity and exceeding expectations. We look forward to working with you!

"Very responsive and timely. Friendly crew, will hire again in the spring"

Pamela T on November 2022

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Clark Companies, Inc

4.72(
79
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•Approved Pro

Clark Companies, Inc

4.72(
79
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•Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
398 local quotes requested
10 years of experience

We went into business with a primary goal, to provide professional landscaping, concrete, excavation, material transport/dumpsters + more services that can meet anyone's budget. Today we still strive to meet our original primary goal, so much so that we are willing to work with you on pricing to beat any potential other bids. We pride ourselves on great customer service and truly are willing to work with any customer to try to come up with a plan that meets both their needs and budget. We service clients all through out the Twin Cities as well as the surrounding suburbs. Call/text/email us today to get started, estimates are Free!

"We have had 2 projects done this summer. After putting them off due to another company's high bid, we decided to try Clark and found them to be more willing to work within our budget. The job leader took time to understand our vision and the office communication was always immediate and timely. The crew was thoughtful and did a remarkable job of keeping the inevitable lawn damage to a minimum. After long hot days, they still made sure the work area was cleaned up each time. We are very happy with the outcome and highly recommend Clark."

Mary T on September 2025

We went into business with a primary goal, to provide professional landscaping, concrete, excavation, material transport/dumpsters + more services that can meet anyone's budget. Today we still strive to meet our original primary goal, so much so that we are willing to work with you on pricing to beat any potential other bids. We pride ourselves on great customer service and truly are willing to work with any customer to try to come up with a plan that meets both their needs and budget. We service clients all through out the Twin Cities as well as the surrounding suburbs. Call/text/email us today to get started, estimates are Free!

"We have had 2 projects done this summer. After putting them off due to another company's high bid, we decided to try Clark and found them to be more willing to work within our budget. The job leader took time to understand our vision and the office communication was always immediate and timely. The crew was thoughtful and did a remarkable job of keeping the inevitable lawn damage to a minimum. After long hot days, they still made sure the work area was cleaned up each time. We are very happy with the outcome and highly recommend Clark."

Mary T on September 2025

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LebenScape Designs LLC

16155 Forest Blvd N
5.00(
4
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•Approved Pro

LebenScape Designs LLC

16155 Forest Blvd N
5.00(
4
)
•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
3 years of experience

Customer satisfaction is what determines our success, which is why we take a hands-on approach. When interacting with LebenScape Designs LLC, you'll notice that we're particularly focused on the principles of quality workmanship, timely completion, competitive pricing and integrity in all our business dealings. We combine knowledge and research with our extensive practical experience to ensure a specialized approach for your project needs. Contact us today for a fair and accurate estimate of your project. We look forward to adding you to our long and growing list of happy customers.

"After 2 successful prior projects, we hired LebenScape for the 3rd time to design and execute our larger backyard landscape project. Andrew is an artist! We highly recommend LebenScape, and already have a 4th project on the drawing board!"

David R on February 2024

Customer satisfaction is what determines our success, which is why we take a hands-on approach. When interacting with LebenScape Designs LLC, you'll notice that we're particularly focused on the principles of quality workmanship, timely completion, competitive pricing and integrity in all our business dealings. We combine knowledge and research with our extensive practical experience to ensure a specialized approach for your project needs. Contact us today for a fair and accurate estimate of your project. We look forward to adding you to our long and growing list of happy customers.

"After 2 successful prior projects, we hired LebenScape for the 3rd time to design and execute our larger backyard landscape project. Andrew is an artist! We highly recommend LebenScape, and already have a 4th project on the drawing board!"

David R on February 2024

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Midwest Procare LLC

23210 Hilo Ave N
5.00(
5
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•Approved Pro

Midwest Procare LLC

23210 Hilo Ave N
5.00(
5
)
•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
770 local quotes requested

We are licensed Landscaping, Hardscaping and Shoreline services with a seven (7) years experience in tree removal and landscape maintenance services. Call for same week availability.

"Perfectly They were very accommodating."

Helen F on September 2025

We are licensed Landscaping, Hardscaping and Shoreline services with a seven (7) years experience in tree removal and landscape maintenance services. Call for same week availability.

"Perfectly They were very accommodating."

Helen F on September 2025

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Scandia Contracting

10500 250th St
5.00(
5
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•Approved Pro

Scandia Contracting

10500 250th St
5.00(
5
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•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
158 local quotes requested

In business since 1987. Over 30 years of experience, licensed, insured and bonded. Scandia Contracting & farming, strives to deliver the best in all your excavating needs from Septic system installation to full service excavating for residential and commercial. Check out our website for more information and services, and please call 651-257-2004 or 651-303-0911 to schedule your free estimate and service.. WE DO NOT DO THE SERVICES LISTED BELOW: PLEASE CALL A SECTIC PUMPER. (THANK YOU) NO SEPTIC TANK PUMPING, NO SUMP PUMPING. NO TANK CLEAN OUTS:

"Scandia Contracting politely informed me that they install, but do not pump septic tanks and that they do not know why angies list keeps referring people to them for pumping."

David G on November 2019

In business since 1987. Over 30 years of experience, licensed, insured and bonded. Scandia Contracting & farming, strives to deliver the best in all your excavating needs from Septic system installation to full service excavating for residential and commercial. Check out our website for more information and services, and please call 651-257-2004 or 651-303-0911 to schedule your free estimate and service.. WE DO NOT DO THE SERVICES LISTED BELOW: PLEASE CALL A SECTIC PUMPER. (THANK YOU) NO SEPTIC TANK PUMPING, NO SUMP PUMPING. NO TANK CLEAN OUTS:

"Scandia Contracting politely informed me that they install, but do not pump septic tanks and that they do not know why angies list keeps referring people to them for pumping."

David G on November 2019

Stone and Leaf Landscaping

465 County Road VV
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Stone and Leaf Landscaping

465 County Road VV
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15 years of experience

Stone and Leaf Landscaping services the St. Croix River Valley in Western Wisconsin and Eastern Minnesota. Stone and Leaf Landscaping provides quality landscaping services with a personalized and local approach.

Stone and Leaf Landscaping services the St. Croix River Valley in Western Wisconsin and Eastern Minnesota. Stone and Leaf Landscaping provides quality landscaping services with a personalized and local approach.

MobileCrete, LLC

PO Box 246
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MobileCrete, LLC

PO Box 246
No reviews yet
16 years of experience

We provide residential & commercial concrete/masonry services & also fresh, mixed on-site concrete. Licensed Contractor & builder.

We provide residential & commercial concrete/masonry services & also fresh, mixed on-site concrete. Licensed Contractor & builder.

Balsam Tree & Shrub Care

16131 Norell Ave N
4.95(
118
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Balsam Tree & Shrub Care

16131 Norell Ave N
4.95(
118
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Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 99% of Angi customers
Recommended by 99% of HomeAdvisor customers

Commercial and residential tree and shrub care specialists. Celebrating 31 years of forestry experience. Family owned & operated by chuck & Megan Strike. Chuck has a bachelor in science in forestry. Megan has a landscape architecture degree. Megan is a specialist in native Minnesota trees, shrubs, woodland wildflowers, prairies, and birds. Travis strike is chuck and Megan son, and has over 11 years of experience in the family business. Leonard Bain is an arborist technician, trained by chuck strike himself, Lenny Bain is an expert operator and technician, Keith Casiday is a certified arborist, with a bachelor of science degree in urban forestry.

"Excellent service. I would not hesitate to recommend Balsam for any tree job."

Dennis L on July 2024

Commercial and residential tree and shrub care specialists. Celebrating 31 years of forestry experience. Family owned & operated by chuck & Megan Strike. Chuck has a bachelor in science in forestry. Megan has a landscape architecture degree. Megan is a specialist in native Minnesota trees, shrubs, woodland wildflowers, prairies, and birds. Travis strike is chuck and Megan son, and has over 11 years of experience in the family business. Leonard Bain is an arborist technician, trained by chuck strike himself, Lenny Bain is an expert operator and technician, Keith Casiday is a certified arborist, with a bachelor of science degree in urban forestry.

"Excellent service. I would not hesitate to recommend Balsam for any tree job."

Dennis L on July 2024

TruGreen Lawn Care - 5635

4240 Centerville Rd
3.60(
115
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TruGreen Lawn Care - 5635

4240 Centerville Rd
3.60(
115
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Free onsite estimate

TruGreen is the nation's largest provider of lawn and landscape services. We make it easy for you by delivering customized care solutions that are effective, innovative and responsible.

"I called a week ago for quotes for a mosquito spray this last Saturday. I had two other companies lined up to come and spray our yard, but cancelled as truegreen was cheaper. I never heard back by Thursday on when they would be out. Got in touch with them again and they said it was never possible for them to be here before Saturday. By that time I couldn’t get any company out and me and my guests were eaten alive by mosquitoes. I now hear they will be here tomorrow, at this point I am extremely upset and will never schedule service with them again."

Becca L on May 2023

TruGreen is the nation's largest provider of lawn and landscape services. We make it easy for you by delivering customized care solutions that are effective, innovative and responsible.

"I called a week ago for quotes for a mosquito spray this last Saturday. I had two other companies lined up to come and spray our yard, but cancelled as truegreen was cheaper. I never heard back by Thursday on when they would be out. Got in touch with them again and they said it was never possible for them to be here before Saturday. By that time I couldn’t get any company out and me and my guests were eaten alive by mosquitoes. I now hear they will be here tomorrow, at this point I am extremely upset and will never schedule service with them again."

Becca L on May 2023

Abel's Concrete & Construction

794 Armstrong Ave
4.57(
14
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Abel's Concrete & Construction

794 Armstrong Ave
4.57(
14
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Customers say: Terrific value
Recommended by 92% of Angi customers
Recommended by 92% of HomeAdvisor customers

Owner operated. Uses subs for labor. Cost is determined by the job. No travel charges. No service charges. Extra charge for after hours service.

"Abel came out and gave us a quote that he stuck to. It was a ton of work around our inground pool and front walkway. From demolition to the eventual pour his team worked incredibly hard and did a fantastic job. I could not recommend them more. Incredible service, and responsiveness."

david w on July 2024

Owner operated. Uses subs for labor. Cost is determined by the job. No travel charges. No service charges. Extra charge for after hours service.

"Abel came out and gave us a quote that he stuck to. It was a ton of work around our inground pool and front walkway. From demolition to the eventual pour his team worked incredibly hard and did a fantastic job. I could not recommend them more. Incredible service, and responsiveness."

david w on July 2024

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FAQs for sod installation projects in Shafer, MN

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 Shafer, MN homeowners’ guide to sod installations

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