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Avatar for Damon Companies, LLC DBA Canvasback Outdoor Services
Damon Companies, LLC DBA Canvasback Outdoor Services
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Serving Shafer, MN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2021

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

Canvasback takes great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service \nthat we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide \nexcellent workmanship, and complete customer satisfaction, from start to \ncompletion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of \nour customers we take great care to work and communicate, with every customer \nin a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, \nregardless of how large, or small the job. Call us today!

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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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North Rack Site Services LLC
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Serving Shafer, MN and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

As a locally owned and operated business we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. We won't leave until the job is done right! Call or click to schedule an estimate today!

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G III Landscapers LLC
New to Angi

Serving Shafer, MN and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Offers commercial services

Hello my name is Guillermo. This is the company's first year open. I am glad to serve the communities around me and help solve any landscape needs. \n\nSpecializing in garden care, plant transplanting, pruning and trimming, planting, shrub and small tree removal, sodding mulch installations and more.

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Cm lawn & landscape
New to Angi

Serving Shafer, MN and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

Credit card accepted

Im chad owner of CM Lawn&Landscape inc. Been in this industry for over 25 years there nothing we cant do in this industry. We provide Lawn care services & landscape services. Weather your looking for weekly lawn care or a whole new landscape make over we got you covered.

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On Call Services
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Serving Shafer, MN and surrounding areas

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I found the movers to be polite, respectful, hard working and would highly recommend them. The cleaning service was a little lighter than I wanted but the home was in need of major cleaning and On Call Services has been great about making sure I get the service I need. It is not completed yet but so far, I am thrilled with their response."
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Lerfald Services
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Serving Shafer, MN and surrounding areas

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"My backyard had some real issues with an uneven surface due to tree removal. It was a series of "bumps and dips". Loren and his crew removed some small trees, regraded, sodded, put in a very nice patio area. a new walkway and hauled away all the debris. They did all this in a very timely and very professional manner. My only regret is I wish my backyard was in the front so everyone could see how beautiful it is."
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Artistic Fence Inc
4.4(
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Serving Shafer, MN and surrounding areas

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The project went very well.  Storm damage caused by two trees coming down on two sides of the fence was repaired in 2-3 hours.  The workers reviewed all needed work from the estimate prior to beginning the work.  They even volunteered to replace a top rail from another section of the fence, not included in the estimate, that had been bent in a storm many years before.   The workers were very thorough, did not damage any plants or grass around the damaged areas and cleaned up after themselves.  The workers were knowledgeable and polite.   They made sure everything was nice and straight!  Everything looked very nice when they were finished.  The workers were approximately an hour late from the start time I had been given.  I called and was told they had gotten a late start.  Their good work made up for the lateness.
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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.

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