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Clark Companies, Inc
4.5(
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Sod - Install

Serving Watertown, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We used Clark companies to re-sod our lawn and to plant several trees. The entire process from contact, site visit, bid estimate, contract agreement, scheduling, and on-site job work went off without a hitch. The bid was competitive. My wife and I are very satisfied with how Josh approached the process of negotiating what was needed, the quality of work, and the overall treatment we received as customers. Josh Clark bent over backwards to accomplish what we wanted for our yard and was highly flexible with last minute adjustments. His crew were exemplary in answering questions and accomplishing the work with the least amount of disruption."
NEW WALL
Huge Patio DONE!
Retaining wall
Double Boulder Wall
Commercial City Wall

+140

Response time1 day
317 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by65%of homeowners
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G III Landscapers LLC
New to Angi
Sod - Install

Serving Watertown, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

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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Jacobson Landscaping
New to Angi
Sod - Install

Serving Watertown, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

At Jacobsons Outdoor Solutions we take pride in making your property look its best! We offer a variety of services such as landscaping, mowing, trimming, tree removal, brush removal driveway grading and more. We do work in the st.cloud area down to the cities and surrounding areas. If you hire us you can rest assured you will be getting your job done right the first time!

Mulch garden renovation
Mulch garden renovation
Mulch garden renovation
Mulch garden renovation
Mulch garden renovation

+2

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New to Angi
Sod - Install

Serving Watertown, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

Small jobs welcome

Offers commercial services

Hi, I’m Dave, the owner of a reliable and hardworking lawn care service dedicated to keeping your yard looking clean, healthy, and well-maintained. I take pride in providing quality work, dependable service, and professional results every time.\nWhether you need routine lawn mowing, trimming, edging, or a seasonal cleanup, I’m here to make maintaining your property simple and stress-free. My goal is to treat every yard like it’s my own and leave every customer satisfied with the results.\nReliable service. Clean yards. Quality work.

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Stone Age Landscapes
4.9(
54
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Sod - Install

Serving Watertown, MN and surrounding areas

In business since 2011

Credit card accepted

"Stone Age Landscaping is a GREAT COMPANY to work with. Tony is AWESOME and gets your project DONE RIGHT. We absolutely LOVE our backyard patio, stairs, lighting, landscaping, tree-planting, and everything else they worked on for us. HIGHLY RECOMMEND!!!"
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FAQs for sod installation projects in Watertown, 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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