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Browning Family Landscaping & Lawn Care -

4.63(
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Browning Family Landscaping & Lawn Care -

4.63(
42
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 97% of Angi customers
Recommended by 97% of HomeAdvisor customers
12 years of experience

Browning Family Landscaping & Construction LLC, is here for all of your home improvement needs. We pride ourselves on taking our time to do the job right and to the highest standard of quality every time. We want to make sure when you hire us, that you are 100% satisfied. Although we are very thorough, we are fast and efficient. Call us today.

"Great job! They arrived promptly, they were thorough, professional and my lawn looks great! I would definitely hire them again!"

Lori C on November 2019

Browning Family Landscaping & Construction LLC, is here for all of your home improvement needs. We pride ourselves on taking our time to do the job right and to the highest standard of quality every time. We want to make sure when you hire us, that you are 100% satisfied. Although we are very thorough, we are fast and efficient. Call us today.

"Great job! They arrived promptly, they were thorough, professional and my lawn looks great! I would definitely hire them again!"

Lori C on November 2019


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Locke's Landscaping & Brick Paving

4.92(
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Locke's Landscaping & Brick Paving

4.92(
77
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 98% of Angi customers
Recommended by 98% of HomeAdvisor customers
27 years of experience

Locke’s Landscaping provides outdoor living and enjoyment to discriminating tastes. We understand that a beautiful house can be a “canvas unfinished,” simply a beautiful house. A professionally landscaped house becomes a home, an invitation not only to friends and family, but to nature itself, in creating a tranquil outdoor retreat from the stresses of everyday life–right outside your door.

"Excellent: Locke's crew did a great job. The design was well laid-out, reasonably priced, delivered on time, and the crew cleaned-up after the job was completed."

janette b on July 2021

Locke’s Landscaping provides outdoor living and enjoyment to discriminating tastes. We understand that a beautiful house can be a “canvas unfinished,” simply a beautiful house. A professionally landscaped house becomes a home, an invitation not only to friends and family, but to nature itself, in creating a tranquil outdoor retreat from the stresses of everyday life–right outside your door.

"Excellent: Locke's crew did a great job. The design was well laid-out, reasonably priced, delivered on time, and the crew cleaned-up after the job was completed."

janette b on July 2021


Green Carpet Sod

5.00(
2
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Green Carpet Sod

5.00(
2
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
10 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Green Carpet Sod 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. Give us a call today, we look forward to working with you!

"Plowed the snow off the driveway quickly and cleanly. Very fair price. Thank-you "

Richard C on December 2025

Green Carpet Sod 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. Give us a call today, we look forward to working with you!

"Plowed the snow off the driveway quickly and cleanly. Very fair price. Thank-you "

Richard C on December 2025


J&A Landscaping

4.90(
31
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J&A Landscaping

4.90(
31
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 96% of Angi customers
Recommended by 96% of HomeAdvisor customers
9 years of experience

At J&A Landscaping, we pride ourselves on providing quality service that customers can believe in. Whether it's maintaining a yard, or retaining walls, we can take care of all your landscaping needs. With over 8 years of experience we have the utmost confidence in our ability. We look forward to working with you!

"Excellent install. 25 arborvitaes. Reasonably priced. Efficient work."

Timothy S on September 2025

At J&A Landscaping, we pride ourselves on providing quality service that customers can believe in. Whether it's maintaining a yard, or retaining walls, we can take care of all your landscaping needs. With over 8 years of experience we have the utmost confidence in our ability. We look forward to working with you!

"Excellent install. 25 arborvitaes. Reasonably priced. Efficient work."

Timothy S on September 2025


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OCR Inc

4.91(
11
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OCR Inc

4.91(
11
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
33 years of experience

OCR, inc. is an owner operated, local business. Our organization performs a combination of in house and subcontracted work to a high standard of quality . Work can be done on an hourly basis or for a quoted price. We pride ourselves in having the ability to lead customers through jobs ranging from small maintenance issues to large, new & renovation construction or landscape projects.

"I couldn't of asked for a better company, team of professionals, and experience!! OCR and team of professionals were exceptional in all facets of the remodel process. Examples: >Bid/Quote Process >Working with various contractors/vendors/adjusters/city >Compliant with city codes >THOUROUGH work done >Honest with timelines and any upgrades >Communication and continuous updates and follow-ups >Ensured all was done perfectly before the took final payment >>Call them asap!"

Chris H on January 2021

OCR, inc. is an owner operated, local business. Our organization performs a combination of in house and subcontracted work to a high standard of quality . Work can be done on an hourly basis or for a quoted price. We pride ourselves in having the ability to lead customers through jobs ranging from small maintenance issues to large, new & renovation construction or landscape projects.

"I couldn't of asked for a better company, team of professionals, and experience!! OCR and team of professionals were exceptional in all facets of the remodel process. Examples: >Bid/Quote Process >Working with various contractors/vendors/adjusters/city >Compliant with city codes >THOUROUGH work done >Honest with timelines and any upgrades >Communication and continuous updates and follow-ups >Ensured all was done perfectly before the took final payment >>Call them asap!"

Chris H on January 2021


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Design One Landscape Services

4.77(
111
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Design One Landscape Services

4.77(
111
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Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 93% of Angi customers
Recommended by 93% of HomeAdvisor customers
34 years of experience

We appreciate your interest in becoming familiar with our friendly, professional services for all your landscaping needs. Serving Michigan residential and commercial landscaping needs since 1980. See videos of our work at https://www.designoneinc.com/new-design-one-service-highlight-video/

"Kurt Maddux did an outstanding job as Project Manager. Kurt demonstrated excellent communication skills by continually communicating next steps. He oversaw a variety of teams and contractors while going above and beyond making himself available at all hours, seeing the project through to a successful completion"

Frank R on October 2025

We appreciate your interest in becoming familiar with our friendly, professional services for all your landscaping needs. Serving Michigan residential and commercial landscaping needs since 1980. See videos of our work at https://www.designoneinc.com/new-design-one-service-highlight-video/

"Kurt Maddux did an outstanding job as Project Manager. Kurt demonstrated excellent communication skills by continually communicating next steps. He oversaw a variety of teams and contractors while going above and beyond making himself available at all hours, seeing the project through to a successful completion"

Frank R on October 2025


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Elowsky Lawn Services

4.95(
11
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Elowsky Lawn Services

4.95(
11
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Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: Quick response
20 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Our project MINIMUM is $2000. Our mission is to be a lawn contractor that brings back the personal touch with our customers. We will build a relationship that will last a lifetime after you see our quality work. 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!

"On time, great communication, did a great job at a fair price. "

Jeff O on October 2025

Our project MINIMUM is $2000. Our mission is to be a lawn contractor that brings back the personal touch with our customers. We will build a relationship that will last a lifetime after you see our quality work. 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!

"On time, great communication, did a great job at a fair price. "

Jeff O on October 2025


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MiScape

5.00(
12
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MiScape

5.00(
12
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Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 91% of Angi customers
Recommended by 91% of HomeAdvisor customers
30 local quotes requested

MiScape LLC is a local, family owned full-service contractor that is happy to help with any of your landscaping projects. We are licensed and certified professionals that rely on the industry BEST practices to deliver you the product you deserve. We specialize in custom landscape design, brick pavers/retaining walls, sod installation and more.

"Justin at MiScape is an absolute pleasure to deal with. He made everything so professional by writing me up a work order and giving me a professional detailed assessment of the work that needed to be done unlike other companies that came to my house that made me feel like I wasn't a priority to them or my money wasn't important to them. Miscape wasn't the cheapest nor were they the most expensive but after getting a few estimates Justin absolutely had the most integrity and enthusiasm to do the job not only was he going to actually pull the weeds instead of torching it or whipping it as the others told me he would go above and beyond to make my yard look better than it ever has. Miscape exceeded my expectations on every level from professional curiosity to exceptional work. I would not only hire them again but race to every person I can about this man his company and his work ethic. If you want the cheapest option go elsewhere but if you are looking for the most honest and hardest working most humble guy who appreciates your business then Justin at MiScape is who you are looking for"

Benjamin O on September 2025

MiScape LLC is a local, family owned full-service contractor that is happy to help with any of your landscaping projects. We are licensed and certified professionals that rely on the industry BEST practices to deliver you the product you deserve. We specialize in custom landscape design, brick pavers/retaining walls, sod installation and more.

"Justin at MiScape is an absolute pleasure to deal with. He made everything so professional by writing me up a work order and giving me a professional detailed assessment of the work that needed to be done unlike other companies that came to my house that made me feel like I wasn't a priority to them or my money wasn't important to them. Miscape wasn't the cheapest nor were they the most expensive but after getting a few estimates Justin absolutely had the most integrity and enthusiasm to do the job not only was he going to actually pull the weeds instead of torching it or whipping it as the others told me he would go above and beyond to make my yard look better than it ever has. Miscape exceeded my expectations on every level from professional curiosity to exceptional work. I would not only hire them again but race to every person I can about this man his company and his work ethic. If you want the cheapest option go elsewhere but if you are looking for the most honest and hardest working most humble guy who appreciates your business then Justin at MiScape is who you are looking for"

Benjamin O on September 2025


All Services Management, LLC

4.96(
32
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All Services Management, LLC

4.96(
32
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
18 years of experience

All Services Management, LLC 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.

"Did a great job. Very happy with the work."

Donald J on September 2023

All Services Management, LLC 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.

"Did a great job. Very happy with the work."

Donald J on September 2023


"Perfect. Brian and his crew did a fantastic job! I’ve asked him if o tackle another project for me. I will definitely use him for any future projects. Thank you for selecting quality contractors."

Claudia H on September 2024

With over 15 years of landscaping experience, here to help you with all your landscaping needs and dreams.

"Perfect. Brian and his crew did a fantastic job! I’ve asked him if o tackle another project for me. I will definitely use him for any future projects. Thank you for selecting quality contractors."

Claudia H on September 2024

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FAQs for sod installation projects in Utica, 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.

The Utica, MI homeowners’ guide to sod installations

From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.

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