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Executive Lawn and Landscape

590 Howard Road
5.00(
3
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Approved Pro

Executive Lawn and Landscape

590 Howard Road
5.00(
3
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
11 years of experience

Executive Lawn and Landscape 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.

"Have used Executive for five years. Professional. Courteous. My lawn always looks great!"

Sandy J on March 2022

Executive Lawn and Landscape 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.

"Have used Executive for five years. Professional. Courteous. My lawn always looks great!"

Sandy J on March 2022


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Meadow Creek, LLC

7024 Marstella Lane
4.55(
10
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Approved Pro

Meadow Creek, LLC

7024 Marstella Lane
4.55(
10
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 90% of Angi customers
Recommended by 90% of HomeAdvisor customers
10 years of experience

With almost a decade of experience serving the Indiana area, Meadow Creek, LLC is your solution for all your lawn care needs. We take great pride in our extreme professionalism, timeliness and superior customer service on every job. We make sure to develop a lasting relationship so that the next time service is needed there will be no question on who to call. Satisfaction guaranteed!

"Professional"

Steve M on April 2025

With almost a decade of experience serving the Indiana area, Meadow Creek, LLC is your solution for all your lawn care needs. We take great pride in our extreme professionalism, timeliness and superior customer service on every job. We make sure to develop a lasting relationship so that the next time service is needed there will be no question on who to call. Satisfaction guaranteed!

"Professional"

Steve M on April 2025


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HV Landscaping, LLC

PO Box 269492
4.87(
96
)
Approved Pro

HV Landscaping, LLC

PO Box 269492
4.87(
96
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 96% of Angi customers
Recommended by 96% of HomeAdvisor customers
19 local quotes requested

HV Landscaping, LLC is a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. We offer a variety of lawn care and landscaping services that are customizable to each individual property. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction! Give us a call today to schedule a free estimate. We have more pics on our website.

"Came when they said they would. I am very satisfied with their service"

Michael T on September 2025

HV Landscaping, LLC is a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. We offer a variety of lawn care and landscaping services that are customizable to each individual property. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction! Give us a call today to schedule a free estimate. We have more pics on our website.

"Came when they said they would. I am very satisfied with their service"

Michael T on September 2025


Effects Property Management

3921 North Fruitridge Avenue
3.00(
2
)
Approved Pro

Effects Property Management

3921 North Fruitridge Avenue
3.00(
2
)
Approved Pro
11 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

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

"Make sure you get your invoices. I didnt get my invoices on the job and when I asked the subcontractor to add 4 ft more to the end of house and the contractor Rebecca T. was the subcontractor. I was quoted $350.00. So I get the cash out of the bank the next day. Then Rebecca comes back to me saying I owe another $450.00 I told her you both didnt say that. Why are you doing this to me. Then she said its the labor cost . I gave her another $375.00 The subcontractor that Rebecca T. hired did not complete the job. So I asked Rebecca what are you going to do. So Her and her family had to clean up the mess around the concrete and the house. But I saw a crack in the foundation. I asked her again this needs to be fixed. At the time she could not find the subcontractor who did the work. All I know his name was Kenny. When she got a hold of him about 2 1/2 weeks later. She said you can use him and pay. I told her the job was paid in full and you needed to fix the problem. I told her I didnt hire him you did. So then Rebecca asked me do you want to use him to finish the job. I told her no. She then said she will bring Allen to finish the job.. He finish most of it , but not correcting the crack in the concrete. I asked her when would Allen finish the job. She proceed to say its on me to pay to get the job finished. And try to say things on my text messages that wasnt true. So I told her its your fault and you didnt follow through. Im so upset with this person.She wont return my calls or text now. I was told the job was $5840.00 Her brother name is Keith T., All of the sudden his number doesnt appear in my text she gave me. I paid over 4500.00 And the job is not completed. I will show you the crack made. I also have the job the way Kenny left it. And he never came back. That was the subconcractor she hired. If you have any questions please call me on 317xxxxxxx[redacted] Thank you"

Stella - Anthon H on August 2020

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

"Make sure you get your invoices. I didnt get my invoices on the job and when I asked the subcontractor to add 4 ft more to the end of house and the contractor Rebecca T. was the subcontractor. I was quoted $350.00. So I get the cash out of the bank the next day. Then Rebecca comes back to me saying I owe another $450.00 I told her you both didnt say that. Why are you doing this to me. Then she said its the labor cost . I gave her another $375.00 The subcontractor that Rebecca T. hired did not complete the job. So I asked Rebecca what are you going to do. So Her and her family had to clean up the mess around the concrete and the house. But I saw a crack in the foundation. I asked her again this needs to be fixed. At the time she could not find the subcontractor who did the work. All I know his name was Kenny. When she got a hold of him about 2 1/2 weeks later. She said you can use him and pay. I told her the job was paid in full and you needed to fix the problem. I told her I didnt hire him you did. So then Rebecca asked me do you want to use him to finish the job. I told her no. She then said she will bring Allen to finish the job.. He finish most of it , but not correcting the crack in the concrete. I asked her when would Allen finish the job. She proceed to say its on me to pay to get the job finished. And try to say things on my text messages that wasnt true. So I told her its your fault and you didnt follow through. Im so upset with this person.She wont return my calls or text now. I was told the job was $5840.00 Her brother name is Keith T., All of the sudden his number doesnt appear in my text she gave me. I paid over 4500.00 And the job is not completed. I will show you the crack made. I also have the job the way Kenny left it. And he never came back. That was the subconcractor she hired. If you have any questions please call me on 317xxxxxxx[redacted] Thank you"

Stella - Anthon H on August 2020


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S.R.O. Outdoors, LLC

137 E Court
4.98(
60
)
Approved Pro

S.R.O. Outdoors, LLC

137 E Court
4.98(
60
)
Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 95% of Angi customers
Recommended by 95% of HomeAdvisor customers
6 years of experience

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

"Very quick to respond and came out the same day, plus had a great price! "

CaSondra S on May 2025

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

"Very quick to respond and came out the same day, plus had a great price! "

CaSondra S on May 2025


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Greenway Lawn Care

235 Ulen Overlook
4.80(
28
)
Approved Pro

Greenway Lawn Care

235 Ulen Overlook
4.80(
28
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 96% of Angi customers
Recommended by 96% of HomeAdvisor customers
11 years of experience

Providing expert lawn care, we offer a money back guarantee if not you're not happy with our work. We stand out by providing straightforward and reasonable pricing for incredibly high quality service. We are detail oriented, where every tree and lawn border will be cut precisely and evenly. We focus on lawn care and lawn mowing services, having the equipment and experience to service every type of grass and every size lawn.

"Michael and his team from Greenway did an outstanding job cleaning up the front of my property just before the holidays (my regular yard person had closed for the season). Several maples had shed leaves late in the season. He was efficient, timely, and left the property immaculate. Thanks so much Michael! I highly recommend Greenway. "

Christopher S on December 2024

Providing expert lawn care, we offer a money back guarantee if not you're not happy with our work. We stand out by providing straightforward and reasonable pricing for incredibly high quality service. We are detail oriented, where every tree and lawn border will be cut precisely and evenly. We focus on lawn care and lawn mowing services, having the equipment and experience to service every type of grass and every size lawn.

"Michael and his team from Greenway did an outstanding job cleaning up the front of my property just before the holidays (my regular yard person had closed for the season). Several maples had shed leaves late in the season. He was efficient, timely, and left the property immaculate. Thanks so much Michael! I highly recommend Greenway. "

Christopher S on December 2024


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Anthony's Lawn Care and Landscaping

803 West Gourley Pike
4.89(
27
)
Approved Pro

Anthony's Lawn Care and Landscaping

803 West Gourley Pike
4.89(
27
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
70 local quotes requested

Anthony's Lawn Care and Landscaping, provides 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!

"Anthony himself was working dawn to dark after this recent storm. His efforts are efficient, completely effective, and respectful. His crew arrived next morning to do cleanup and were thorough and polite. Would recommend highlyâ ¦"

David M on July 2023

Anthony's Lawn Care and Landscaping, provides 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!

"Anthony himself was working dawn to dark after this recent storm. His efforts are efficient, completely effective, and respectful. His crew arrived next morning to do cleanup and were thorough and polite. Would recommend highlyâ ¦"

David M on July 2023


Garcia's Landscaping

3425 N. Taft Ave.
5.00(
13
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Approved Pro

Garcia's Landscaping

3425 N. Taft Ave.
5.00(
13
)
Approved Pro
10 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty, integrity, and quality craftsmanship. We specialize in custom lawn care and landscaping solutions tailored to each property's unique needs. Our services include sprinkler system install and repair, yard drainage, sod installation, grading, hardscaping, fencing, and more. We pride ourselves on finishing projects on time, maintaining clear communication throughout the process, and delivering results that exceed expectations. Customer satisfaction is our top priority, and we're committed to building lasting relationships with every client. Let us help bring your outdoor vision to life!

"It was a great job well done "

Cindy M on July 2025

We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty, integrity, and quality craftsmanship. We specialize in custom lawn care and landscaping solutions tailored to each property's unique needs. Our services include sprinkler system install and repair, yard drainage, sod installation, grading, hardscaping, fencing, and more. We pride ourselves on finishing projects on time, maintaining clear communication throughout the process, and delivering results that exceed expectations. Customer satisfaction is our top priority, and we're committed to building lasting relationships with every client. Let us help bring your outdoor vision to life!

"It was a great job well done "

Cindy M on July 2025


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Groundhog Excavation LLC

444 West 79th Street
5.00(
4
)
Approved Pro

Groundhog Excavation LLC

444 West 79th Street
5.00(
4
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
113 local quotes requested

Excavation - stump removal, land clearing, grading, trenching, footers, foundations, basements, utility work, drainage systems and swales - have been in the business over 30 years

"If you want a professional job completed this is your ticket. I needed surface runoff captured and redirected. Then my gravel driveway regraded then fresh stone put down. This gentleman was very meticulous in everything he did. He shot laser lines to ensure water ran off properly. Once he completed drainage, the detailed work preparing the driveway was detailed. He used 3 types of stone, combining the different sizes was to bind all inorder the compaction would be a solid drive. Then he bordered the driveway by fixing 4x6"x12' timbers and secured with lengths of rebar, to contain all the stone. He DID NOT cut any corners. He DID NOT short on materials. This gentelman was really detailed and took his time working this project. YES I would recommend him again. This was $$$$ well spent. GROUNDHOG, Thanks Again !!!"

Tom E on August 2025

Excavation - stump removal, land clearing, grading, trenching, footers, foundations, basements, utility work, drainage systems and swales - have been in the business over 30 years

"If you want a professional job completed this is your ticket. I needed surface runoff captured and redirected. Then my gravel driveway regraded then fresh stone put down. This gentleman was very meticulous in everything he did. He shot laser lines to ensure water ran off properly. Once he completed drainage, the detailed work preparing the driveway was detailed. He used 3 types of stone, combining the different sizes was to bind all inorder the compaction would be a solid drive. Then he bordered the driveway by fixing 4x6"x12' timbers and secured with lengths of rebar, to contain all the stone. He DID NOT cut any corners. He DID NOT short on materials. This gentelman was really detailed and took his time working this project. YES I would recommend him again. This was $$$$ well spent. GROUNDHOG, Thanks Again !!!"

Tom E on August 2025


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GROUNDS QUALITY LAWN CARE

9032 Timberwood Dr
4.62(
29
)
Approved Pro

GROUNDS QUALITY LAWN CARE

9032 Timberwood Dr
4.62(
29
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
540 local quotes requested
25 years of experience

Full service lawn and landscape company that specializes in hardscapes

"Really disappointed in the entire experience with grounds quality lawn. Starting with just initiating the job, it took nearly a month to get responses from them and get someone out to start work. I only stuck with it at that point because a family friend said they were good but should have gone with my gut and found another company at that point. The guys they sent were constantly taking breaks and at one point the foreman even grabbed my fishing pole and spent about 30 min fishing while the remaining four watched him. This wouldn't have bothered me as much if the rate I was paying was more reasonable but they were charging me about $600 per hour for the 5 guys so these breaks and fishing sessions were costing me a lot of money. I voiced my concern with the project manager who just made excuses and cared not at all about what was going on. I asked to speak to owner Justin grounds who did the same. Just excused the behavior and had no problem with it whatsoever. All the while no one could explain why the hourly rate was so high when the guys were working so inefficiently. They kept saying the hourly rate was $60 per hour per crew member but charging me double that with no explanation. Not sure if I was just unlucky or if the company is getting complacent and resting on their reputation but I was very unimpressed and I am generally very easy going with these things and rarely complain about having bad service from anyone."

Jason P on August 2022

Full service lawn and landscape company that specializes in hardscapes

"Really disappointed in the entire experience with grounds quality lawn. Starting with just initiating the job, it took nearly a month to get responses from them and get someone out to start work. I only stuck with it at that point because a family friend said they were good but should have gone with my gut and found another company at that point. The guys they sent were constantly taking breaks and at one point the foreman even grabbed my fishing pole and spent about 30 min fishing while the remaining four watched him. This wouldn't have bothered me as much if the rate I was paying was more reasonable but they were charging me about $600 per hour for the 5 guys so these breaks and fishing sessions were costing me a lot of money. I voiced my concern with the project manager who just made excuses and cared not at all about what was going on. I asked to speak to owner Justin grounds who did the same. Just excused the behavior and had no problem with it whatsoever. All the while no one could explain why the hourly rate was so high when the guys were working so inefficiently. They kept saying the hourly rate was $60 per hour per crew member but charging me double that with no explanation. Not sure if I was just unlucky or if the company is getting complacent and resting on their reputation but I was very unimpressed and I am generally very easy going with these things and rarely complain about having bad service from anyone."

Jason P on August 2022

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FAQs for sod installation projects in Indianapolis, IN

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 Indianapolis, IN homeowners’ guide to sod installations

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