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LC’s Landscaping Services LLC
4.9(
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Serving Whitewater, WI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We were given Chris’s name through word of mouth when looking for our landscaping project to be done. From the moment we met him, we knew he was our pick! His kindness, flexibility, and work ethic were exactly what we were looking for. We were extremely pleased with the entire process and will hire them again in the future!"
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Walkway Appeal
Pabst Farms Complete Landscape Install!
Colonial Paver walkway with emerald green boxwoods, mulch bed lining each side. Finished with mulch along house and new sod front lawn. Old lawn was thin and mainly had creeping ivy.
Walkway Reset!

+232

Response time2 days
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Land Solutions, Inc.
4.9(
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Serving Whitewater, WI and surrounding areas

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In business since 2019

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Great communication, timely and professional. They did a great job sodding our front yard. Clean up and installation was great. Highly recommend!"
French Drain System
French Drain System
PVC Drain System
Drainage Systems
Corrugated ADS Drain System

+89

Response time1 day
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Roman Landscaping and Snow Removal
5.0(
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Serving Whitewater, WI and surrounding areas

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In business since 2014

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We were satisfied with the outcome of our retaining wall project. It took a little longer than we initially anticipated, but in the end, the final quality of the work was worth it. They installed two block walls, replaced and updated our downspout drainage system, and fixed the fence gate that sits behind one of the walls. They were friendly throughout."
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+9

Response time1 day
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Roberto Nova Landscaping
4.9(
35
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Serving Whitewater, WI and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2018

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Customers say: Quick response

"Roberto and his team worked extremely hard in removing about 2-3 inches of clay/Stoney dirt and putting down about 2 inches of very good black dirt. They first had to remove about 20 plants that were in the garden which they were careful in doing. When they replanted these plants plus about 20 more, they used black dirt to fill the hole around the plant roots. They also replaced a dying evergreen and again surrounded the root with a whole wheel barrow of black dirt. They put a good 4 inches of mulch all around the garden. They did not use heavy equipment so no damage was done to the sod. They cleaned up everything very well. Roberto is very professional and works very hard. I will hire him again and have him doing our seasonal maintenance."
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+10

Response time3 days
Response rate90%
15 neighbors recently requested a quote
LR
New to Angi

Serving Whitewater, WI and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

LR 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.

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MJL LawnCare
New to Angi

Serving Whitewater, WI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Warranties offered

Specializing in lawn care! We always guarantee your satisfaction and won’t leave until the job is done right. We take pride in ourselves and on the quality work we provide, while always delivering great customer service! Check out our services offered, then call --or-- click to schedule a free estimate today!

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Response time9 hrs
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FAQs for sod installation projects in Whitewater, WI

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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