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Walter Landscaping LLC

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Walter Landscaping LLC

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Walter Landscaping LLC gives you the top-quality landscaping services that you deserve. For more information about our services and pricing please feel free to call us. We serve in O'Fallon, IL, Shiloh, IL; Lebanon, IL; Swansea, IL; Belleville, IL; Caseyville, IL; and the surrounding areas. Hardscape Contractor, Landscaping Contractor, Affordable Landscaping, Garden Maintenance Services, Landscaping Maintenance Service Professional Landscaping , Reliable Landscaping , Affordable Landscaping , Quality Landscaping , Trusted Landscaping For more information visit our website: https://landscaperofallonil.com/

Walter Landscaping LLC gives you the top-quality landscaping services that you deserve. For more information about our services and pricing please feel free to call us. We serve in O'Fallon, IL, Shiloh, IL; Lebanon, IL; Swansea, IL; Belleville, IL; Caseyville, IL; and the surrounding areas. Hardscape Contractor, Landscaping Contractor, Affordable Landscaping, Garden Maintenance Services, Landscaping Maintenance Service Professional Landscaping , Reliable Landscaping , Affordable Landscaping , Quality Landscaping , Trusted Landscaping For more information visit our website: https://landscaperofallonil.com/

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Legendary Landscapes & Lawn Services

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Legendary Landscapes & Lawn Services

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Customers say: Quality work
18 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

At Legendary Landscapes & Lawn Services we specialize in complete outdoor design from patios and walks, ponds and pondless waterfalls retaining walls, plantscapes, outdoor kitchens, exterior lighting, landscape maintenance, decks & fences, pergolas & arbors, snow removal, full lawn service! With of 30 years of combined experience and Bachelors in Landscape Horticulture/Design we can help you create your own legendary landscape! Give us a call for your landscape and other outdoor projects.

"Workmanship is excellent. In fact, they are doing additional work for me, my neighbor has also hired them to do landscaping for them. Job well done. Highly recommend. Dora B."

Dora B on June 2020

At Legendary Landscapes & Lawn Services we specialize in complete outdoor design from patios and walks, ponds and pondless waterfalls retaining walls, plantscapes, outdoor kitchens, exterior lighting, landscape maintenance, decks & fences, pergolas & arbors, snow removal, full lawn service! With of 30 years of combined experience and Bachelors in Landscape Horticulture/Design we can help you create your own legendary landscape! Give us a call for your landscape and other outdoor projects.

"Workmanship is excellent. In fact, they are doing additional work for me, my neighbor has also hired them to do landscaping for them. Job well done. Highly recommend. Dora B."

Dora B on June 2020

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Patriot Landscape

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Patriot Landscape

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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
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12 local quotes requested

We specialize in all phases of landscaping, hardscaping, above ground pools, semi-inground pools, and more! We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out all the services we offer below and call -or- click to schedule a free estimate today!

"Top notch service- had new mulch put down throughout by entire yard in addition to having old plants removed and new ones planted. Very professional!"

Christine T on August 2023

We specialize in all phases of landscaping, hardscaping, above ground pools, semi-inground pools, and more! We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out all the services we offer below and call -or- click to schedule a free estimate today!

"Top notch service- had new mulch put down throughout by entire yard in addition to having old plants removed and new ones planted. Very professional!"

Christine T on August 2023

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Frankie's Landscaping, LLC

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Frankie's Landscaping, LLC

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121 local quotes requested

Frankie's Landscaping, LLC, transforms Collinsville, IL properties with expert Landscaping, Retaining Walls, Paver Patios, and Fireplaces. Elevate your outdoor space with our professional touch. Explore exclusive discounts for premium enhancements. We serve in Collinsville, IL, Maryville Village IL; Fairview Heights IL; Edwardsville Township IL; Caseyville Township IL; GraniteTownship IL; and the surrounding areas. Landscaping Contractor, Hardscape Contractor, Affordable Landscaping Service, Front Yard Landscaping, Complete Landscaping Service Reliable Landscaping Contractor, Reliable Hardscape Contractor, Affordable Landscaping Service Expert, Front Yard Landscaping Expert, Complete Landscaping Service Company For more information visit our website:Frankieslandscapingdesign.com

"Very well. They were in and out. They arrived on time, I didn't see any slacking. The job was done lickety split, and they cleaned up after themselves. I'm very pleased with the results, and I've already spoken to a few neighbors who've commented on how nice my landscaping looks. I've also added a post to Nextdoor, and there are commenters who indicate that they'll be giving Frankie's a call."

D B on June 2025

Frankie's Landscaping, LLC, transforms Collinsville, IL properties with expert Landscaping, Retaining Walls, Paver Patios, and Fireplaces. Elevate your outdoor space with our professional touch. Explore exclusive discounts for premium enhancements. We serve in Collinsville, IL, Maryville Village IL; Fairview Heights IL; Edwardsville Township IL; Caseyville Township IL; GraniteTownship IL; and the surrounding areas. Landscaping Contractor, Hardscape Contractor, Affordable Landscaping Service, Front Yard Landscaping, Complete Landscaping Service Reliable Landscaping Contractor, Reliable Hardscape Contractor, Affordable Landscaping Service Expert, Front Yard Landscaping Expert, Complete Landscaping Service Company For more information visit our website:Frankieslandscapingdesign.com

"Very well. They were in and out. They arrived on time, I didn't see any slacking. The job was done lickety split, and they cleaned up after themselves. I'm very pleased with the results, and I've already spoken to a few neighbors who've commented on how nice my landscaping looks. I've also added a post to Nextdoor, and there are commenters who indicate that they'll be giving Frankie's a call."

D B on June 2025

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Top Turf

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Top Turf

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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
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36 local quotes requested

With over 10 years of experience, top turf is able to provide you with high-quality/budget friendly landscaping services 365 days a year!

"Top Turf has completed multiple projects for us and every time they have knocked it out of the park! Very professional and timely! I would highly recommend Top Turf!"

Paula A on March 2025

With over 10 years of experience, top turf is able to provide you with high-quality/budget friendly landscaping services 365 days a year!

"Top Turf has completed multiple projects for us and every time they have knocked it out of the park! Very professional and timely! I would highly recommend Top Turf!"

Paula A on March 2025

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Life Outdoors

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Life Outdoors

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Recommended by 90% of Angi customers
Recommended by 90% of HomeAdvisor customers
26 local quotes requested

We offer custom designs, paver patios, retaining walls, water features, landscape lighting and plantings. Having been in the landscaping industry for over 10 years we take pride in our work. Honesty and integrity are two of the most important parts of any quality project.

"The people from Life Outdoors were great to work with. We had 2 retaining walls replaced along with new grass planted between the 2. They did excellent work and are very friendly & knowledgeable. I will definitely use them for future projects."

Jeff R on October 2024

We offer custom designs, paver patios, retaining walls, water features, landscape lighting and plantings. Having been in the landscaping industry for over 10 years we take pride in our work. Honesty and integrity are two of the most important parts of any quality project.

"The people from Life Outdoors were great to work with. We had 2 retaining walls replaced along with new grass planted between the 2. They did excellent work and are very friendly & knowledgeable. I will definitely use them for future projects."

Jeff R on October 2024

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Homemakers Outdoors

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Homemakers Outdoors

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134 local quotes requested
2 years of experience

HomeMakers is your full outdoor remodel company. We handle all hardscaping specializing in retaining walls. Our projects come with 10 year warranty’s. A 5 star BBB credited insured LLC company. We offer 10% discounts for our military, police force, healthcare workers and more! Call 314-221-9764 for a free estimate to have your entire project, planned, priced and, Perfected!! by yours truly HomeMakers Landscaping!

"It didn't go well. The company did not complete the job, they left unfinished work. I contacted the owner several times, he would give me dates and she never followed up. He became very hostile when I addressed my concerns to him. At that point, I decided that I did not want him to continue to work."

Barbara C on April 2025

HomeMakers is your full outdoor remodel company. We handle all hardscaping specializing in retaining walls. Our projects come with 10 year warranty’s. A 5 star BBB credited insured LLC company. We offer 10% discounts for our military, police force, healthcare workers and more! Call 314-221-9764 for a free estimate to have your entire project, planned, priced and, Perfected!! by yours truly HomeMakers Landscaping!

"It didn't go well. The company did not complete the job, they left unfinished work. I contacted the owner several times, he would give me dates and she never followed up. He became very hostile when I addressed my concerns to him. At that point, I decided that I did not want him to continue to work."

Barbara C on April 2025

SI Outdoor Equipment

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SI Outdoor Equipment

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34 years of experience

Welcome to SI Outdoor Equipment! Since 1991, SI Outdoor Equipment has been a major supplier of landscaping equipment in the Mount Vernon, Illinois area. We are locally owned business, where our friendly service technicians have a total of 25 years of experience. SI Outdoor Equipment offers a wide variety of new and used mowers, sharpening of mower blades and chainsaw chains, and we do all warranty work on site! We offer demonstration of new mowers, and pick up and delivery is available in a 20 mile service area. SI Outdoor Equipment is a proud member of the Jefferson County Chamber of Commerce! Call now or stop in today for a diagnosis and schedule our services today! Our friendly technicians are ready to assist you!

Welcome to SI Outdoor Equipment! Since 1991, SI Outdoor Equipment has been a major supplier of landscaping equipment in the Mount Vernon, Illinois area. We are locally owned business, where our friendly service technicians have a total of 25 years of experience. SI Outdoor Equipment offers a wide variety of new and used mowers, sharpening of mower blades and chainsaw chains, and we do all warranty work on site! We offer demonstration of new mowers, and pick up and delivery is available in a 20 mile service area. SI Outdoor Equipment is a proud member of the Jefferson County Chamber of Commerce! Call now or stop in today for a diagnosis and schedule our services today! Our friendly technicians are ready to assist you!

Empire Earth & Concrete CO

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Empire Earth & Concrete CO

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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Licensed and fully insured

Licensed and fully insured

THS Home Improvement

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THS Home Improvement

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THS Home Improvement, a choice worth making when looking for a Professional, Affordable, and Reliable company for any of your Home Improvement needs, interior and exterior. Here at THS Home Improvement we are dedicated and strive for your satisfaction, day in, day out. So Why Wait! Call or Text today! YOU CALL, WE DO IT ALL!

THS Home Improvement, a choice worth making when looking for a Professional, Affordable, and Reliable company for any of your Home Improvement needs, interior and exterior. Here at THS Home Improvement we are dedicated and strive for your satisfaction, day in, day out. So Why Wait! Call or Text today! YOU CALL, WE DO IT ALL!

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FAQs for sod installation projects in Sparta, 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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