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Weber Lawn & Landscape

24300 129th Avenue North
4.67(
6
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Approved Pro

Weber Lawn & Landscape

24300 129th Avenue North
4.67(
6
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
11 years of experience

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. When it comes to providing great service, we rise above the rest to ensure you the best results with the utmost care and communication. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your task or project. Give us a call today to schedule an appointment. We look forward to earning your business!

"Very professional outfit."

Teryal T on June 2023

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. When it comes to providing great service, we rise above the rest to ensure you the best results with the utmost care and communication. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your task or project. Give us a call today to schedule an appointment. We look forward to earning your business!

"Very professional outfit."

Teryal T on June 2023


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Weber's Lawn & Landscape

24300 129th Ave N
4.00(
3
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Approved Pro

Weber's Lawn & Landscape

24300 129th Ave N
4.00(
3
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
20 local quotes requested
9 years of experience

Snow Removal Residential - seasonal costs and per time Commercial, Retail, Hoa, Venues, Roadways, Snow Bird - Per Time, Monthly We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. When it comes to providing great service, we rise above the rest to ensure you the best results with the utmost care and communication. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your task or project. Give us a call today to schedule an appointment. We look forward to earning your business!

"communication wasn't great, and service is good"

Steve F on November 2020

Snow Removal Residential - seasonal costs and per time Commercial, Retail, Hoa, Venues, Roadways, Snow Bird - Per Time, Monthly We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. When it comes to providing great service, we rise above the rest to ensure you the best results with the utmost care and communication. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your task or project. Give us a call today to schedule an appointment. We look forward to earning your business!

"communication wasn't great, and service is good"

Steve F on November 2020


Deer Creek Turf LLC

2945 147th Ave NE
4.92(
20
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Approved Pro

Deer Creek Turf LLC

2945 147th Ave NE
4.92(
20
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
3 years of experience

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of the job.

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Kathy K on June 2018

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of the job.

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Kathy K on June 2018


CRE Landscaping

18650 Queen Circle NW
5.00(
2
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Approved Pro

CRE Landscaping

18650 Queen Circle NW
5.00(
2
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
1 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

"The job was done great! He came out the first day I contacted him and gave me an estimate. The job was completed quickly and it looks wonderful. I would definitely use them again!"

Marie W on July 2025

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

"The job was done great! He came out the first day I contacted him and gave me an estimate. The job was completed quickly and it looks wonderful. I would definitely use them again!"

Marie W on July 2025


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Grand Outdoor Solutions, LLC

10728 185th Cir NW
5.00(
2
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Grand Outdoor Solutions, LLC

10728 185th Cir NW
5.00(
2
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
8 years of experience

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service that we provide to meet the consumers needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large or small the job is.

"great ideas. great attitude. would hire again..."

Diane O on May 2020

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service that we provide to meet the consumers needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large or small the job is.

"great ideas. great attitude. would hire again..."

Diane O on May 2020


Northwood Outdoor Services

1823 Star Drive
5.00(
1
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Approved Pro

Northwood Outdoor Services

1823 Star Drive
5.00(
1
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
16 years of experience

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumers' needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large, or small, the job.

"Would definitely go for the same company."

Matt M on August 2019

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumers' needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large, or small, the job.

"Would definitely go for the same company."

Matt M on August 2019


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Lawn and Landscape Gardens

2800 Laport Dr
4.85(
82
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Approved Pro

Lawn and Landscape Gardens

2800 Laport Dr
4.85(
82
)
Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 95% of Angi customers
Recommended by 95% of HomeAdvisor customers
82 local quotes requested

Founded in 1990, LLG provides landscape, hardscape, consultation, design and installation, as well as maintenance services for the lawn and garden, including snow removal. We are expanding to a Nordic Outdoor Living theme and adding deck maintenance work and sauna construction and sales. We take pride in building positive working relationships with residential and business customers, primarily in the Twin Cities North Metro. For more information and free estimates, email info@llgardens.com or call 763-951-3500.

"LLG responded quickly to my online request for an estimate. Nick provided ideas as well as working with my requested changes and updates. The estimate was detailed and split up in a way I could have adjusted portions of the project to fit my budget. They started a month earlier than expected, which worked out well for me. Everyone was professional and was obviously experienced in garden design. Garden beds were expertly realigned and flagstone reset for a smoother flow around the area. A beautiful transformation of my backyard garden and patio."

BRIDGET E on August 2025

Founded in 1990, LLG provides landscape, hardscape, consultation, design and installation, as well as maintenance services for the lawn and garden, including snow removal. We are expanding to a Nordic Outdoor Living theme and adding deck maintenance work and sauna construction and sales. We take pride in building positive working relationships with residential and business customers, primarily in the Twin Cities North Metro. For more information and free estimates, email info@llgardens.com or call 763-951-3500.

"LLG responded quickly to my online request for an estimate. Nick provided ideas as well as working with my requested changes and updates. The estimate was detailed and split up in a way I could have adjusted portions of the project to fit my budget. They started a month earlier than expected, which worked out well for me. Everyone was professional and was obviously experienced in garden design. Garden beds were expertly realigned and flagstone reset for a smoother flow around the area. A beautiful transformation of my backyard garden and patio."

BRIDGET E on August 2025


"Came early. Did complete job. Cleaned up perfectly afterwards."

Brad E on May 2025

Legacy Lawn & Landscape LLC is dedicated to providing our customers with the best quality and craftsmanship. We are here to build relationships with our customers and communities and to provide our employees with a great place to work. We look forward to working with you!

"Came early. Did complete job. Cleaned up perfectly afterwards."

Brad E on May 2025


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Forstie Construction

13198 Temp St SW
5.00(
2
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Approved Pro

Forstie Construction

13198 Temp St SW
5.00(
2
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
18 local quotes requested
1 years of experience

Welcome to Forstie Concrete and Landscape. We are the premier professional home improvement company in Minnesota. We offer the highest quality and most attentive customer service. We are known to pay exquisite attention to detail while making customer satisfaction our top priority. Please call us today to schedule your appointment!

"Clint was prompt, knowledgeable and kept us informed throughout the process. We requested a specific color and stamp design and he went out of his way to ensure it was what we requested. The site clean up was excellent and he went above and beyond to prep the landscaping which no other contractors would do. A+ job at a reasonable price. Highly recommend him!"

Mark E on November 2024

Welcome to Forstie Concrete and Landscape. We are the premier professional home improvement company in Minnesota. We offer the highest quality and most attentive customer service. We are known to pay exquisite attention to detail while making customer satisfaction our top priority. Please call us today to schedule your appointment!

"Clint was prompt, knowledgeable and kept us informed throughout the process. We requested a specific color and stamp design and he went out of his way to ensure it was what we requested. The site clean up was excellent and he went above and beyond to prep the landscaping which no other contractors would do. A+ job at a reasonable price. Highly recommend him!"

Mark E on November 2024


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Great Goats Landscaping, Inc

5800 Baker Rd
4.37(
35
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Approved Pro

Great Goats Landscaping, Inc

5800 Baker Rd
4.37(
35
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
445 local quotes requested
25 years of experience

Family-owned business that works with homeowners. We beautify landscapes, add function to outdoor living spaces and collaborate with homeowners on project design.

"So happy with the project. Mike and crew did a wonderful job working with me to create a retaining wall to support a driveway as well as designed in ground basketball hoop into the wall. We get a many compliments from the regular walkers in the neighborhood. Mike was responsive and easy to work with. The paving contractor changed the grade of the driveway, and we then had to unexpectedly make changes to the wall. Mike and Great Goats were great in extending the project, continuing to work with me to change and complete the project in a timely and cost effective manner. Would hire again."

Tara S on November 2020

Family-owned business that works with homeowners. We beautify landscapes, add function to outdoor living spaces and collaborate with homeowners on project design.

"So happy with the project. Mike and crew did a wonderful job working with me to create a retaining wall to support a driveway as well as designed in ground basketball hoop into the wall. We get a many compliments from the regular walkers in the neighborhood. Mike was responsive and easy to work with. The paving contractor changed the grade of the driveway, and we then had to unexpectedly make changes to the wall. Mike and Great Goats were great in extending the project, continuing to work with me to change and complete the project in a timely and cost effective manner. Would hire again."

Tara S on November 2020

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FAQs for sod installation projects in Elk River, 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.

The Elk River, MN homeowners’ guide to sod installations

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