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J & P Brothers Landscaping
4.9(
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Serving Plainfield, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"J&P was great to work with. Juan was very responsive to my emails and all my questions. He made good recommendations to improve our landscaping but wasn’t pushy. He got us on the schedule quickly, and the work was done promptly. In three days they had installed a new brick paver wall, completely reset and properly leveled our paver patio, trimmed/cleaned up all planting beds and put down new mulch. They even built a small pathway in our garden with our leftover brick. His team was professional and quick! Pricing was competitive. We have had several complements from the neighbors already - thanks J&P!"
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+50

Response time3 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Nature Life Landscaping
5.0(
27
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Serving Plainfield, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Nature Life Landscaping was a pleasure . Estimated a price before job and completed what they sad they would do come right away no worries for us"
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Back Yard Restore
Back Yard Restore
Back Yard Restore
Response time1 day
Response rate87%
26 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Four Brothers Landscaping
5.0(
27
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Serving Plainfield, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2007

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Very satisfied. We needed a low, brick retaining wall to be rebuilt after damage from several cold winters. Promptly responded to our request for quote. Ignacio and Kevin understood what we wanted done and the rebuild of the wall was beyond our expectations. Highly recommended."
16 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Maxwell Lawn Care
4.7(
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Serving Plainfield, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"This was a grading/drainage install/sod laying. They did an awesome job. They were slowed down by weather but got it done as quickly as possible. My WIFE and I can be very demanding and a pain yoyo know where. Allen and Jack were over-the-top patient with us. Liked them and their work a bunch! Phil"
Response time2 days
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
Tom's Creative Landscape, Inc.
4.5(
92
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Serving Plainfield, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1993

Free estimates

Customers say: Quality work

"After requesting an estimate, I thought it was a little odd when he handed me a note pad with the description of the work to be done and itemized along with a diagram of the design. Made inquiries to previous customers and they were very satisfied with his crew's work. He made several important suggestions to enhance the project which, by the way, turned out great! The crew, Martin, Carlos and Mike were great. They were very helpful, polite and professional. As it was the end of the season he was able to get it scheduled and done before thanksgiving."
Response time1 day
15 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by86%of homeowners
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Real Fresh Landscaping
4.9(
15
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Serving Plainfield, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"They did a fantastic job! They were prompt in responding and super helpful with the planning of our project. We had made a few changes and they were very accommodating. The final result came out even better than we imagined! We will be using Real Fresh for future projects and highly recommend them!"
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Mulch

+16

Response time2 hrs
Response rate93%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Fern's Landscaping & Design
4.7(
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Serving Plainfield, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Brian and his crew did great work installing our new sod and repairing our pavers. The work was done professionally and on time. I would recommend them and would use them again."
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front yard renovation
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Plant design

+36

Response time1 day
63 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by83%of homeowners
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FAQs for sod installation projects in Plainfield, IL

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 Plainfield, IL homeowners’ guide to sod installations

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