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3 Bros Landscaping
105 Candlewick Dr SE
5.00(
6
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Approved Pro
3 Bros Landscaping
105 Candlewick Dr SE
5.00(
6
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
5 years of experience

As experts in residential lawn care and ground maintenance, 3 Bros Landscaping will exceed your expectations. With multiple years of experience manicuring lawns and power washing exterior surfaces, we understand the value of quality, professionalism and responsiveness. We offer competitive pricing and look forward to serving you.

"Gennaro communicates well and completed the job very quickly. His 3 man crew did an excellent job planting 5 Arborvitae and creating an elevated bed. Very competitive price! This is a family business I will continue to support in Poplar Grove"

Corrado U on July 2023

As experts in residential lawn care and ground maintenance, 3 Bros Landscaping will exceed your expectations. With multiple years of experience manicuring lawns and power washing exterior surfaces, we understand the value of quality, professionalism and responsiveness. We offer competitive pricing and look forward to serving you.

"Gennaro communicates well and completed the job very quickly. His 3 man crew did an excellent job planting 5 Arborvitae and creating an elevated bed. Very competitive price! This is a family business I will continue to support in Poplar Grove"

Corrado U on July 2023


DT Services
4661 Byron Dr
5.00(
2
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Approved Pro
DT Services
4661 Byron Dr
5.00(
2
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
21 local quotes requested

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! Book with us online or feel free to give us a call today!

"Arrived punctually and spent time on my small property, leaving it looking really nice!! Thank u Elvis!"

Peggy C on May 2023

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! Book with us online or feel free to give us a call today!

"Arrived punctually and spent time on my small property, leaving it looking really nice!! Thank u Elvis!"

Peggy C on May 2023


De Paz Landscaping, LLC
1721 Harrison Ave.
5.00(
1
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Approved Pro
De Paz Landscaping, LLC
1721 Harrison Ave.
5.00(
1
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
7 years of experience

We offer only the best in quality workmanship and professional courtesy. We specialize in all phases of residential landscaping! We are committed quality work and outstanding results & are strongly involved in local community activities. We look forward to working with you!

"They called quick, did work with in 3 days, we were very pleased!"

Tamie D on April 2019

We offer only the best in quality workmanship and professional courtesy. We specialize in all phases of residential landscaping! We are committed quality work and outstanding results & are strongly involved in local community activities. We look forward to working with you!

"They called quick, did work with in 3 days, we were very pleased!"

Tamie D on April 2019


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Froggy's Landscaping
9305 McVicker Avenue
3.00(
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Froggy's Landscaping
9305 McVicker Avenue
3.00(
2
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Approved Pro
8 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Specializing in the following services: Landscaping and Hardscaping Lawn maintenance Snow removal Seal coating and epoxy flooring Pavers and much more Call or click for your quote today!

"Work started good for the first week, although I was told the job would be completed within 3-4 days. I was told that they had to complete other jobs and would return to my job. But they never returned. Initially they started avoiding my phone calls until I did hear from them any more."

C S on February 2025

Specializing in the following services: Landscaping and Hardscaping Lawn maintenance Snow removal Seal coating and epoxy flooring Pavers and much more Call or click for your quote today!

"Work started good for the first week, although I was told the job would be completed within 3-4 days. I was told that they had to complete other jobs and would return to my job. But they never returned. Initially they started avoiding my phone calls until I did hear from them any more."

C S on February 2025


HGC Services LLC
5830 Cunningham Rd
No reviews
HGC Services LLC
5830 Cunningham Rd
No reviews
15 years of experience

We offer the following services; Septic tank replacement and repair Septic field installation Lift stations Back flow prevention Clean out stations added to main lines Basement waterproofing Sump and Sewage pumps Excavation Demolition and much more.

We offer the following services; Septic tank replacement and repair Septic field installation Lift stations Back flow prevention Clean out stations added to main lines Basement waterproofing Sump and Sewage pumps Excavation Demolition and much more.


Angel Handy Services Co
2424 Barrington Pl
4.61(
109
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Angel Handy Services Co
2424 Barrington Pl
4.61(
109
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Customers say: Quality work
19 years of experience

Owner operated. No subs. Cost is determined by the job. No travel charges. No service fees. May contact through phone. www.angelhandyman.com

"Had an open circuit that took out half the lights in the basement."

Linda A on July 2020

Owner operated. No subs. Cost is determined by the job. No travel charges. No service fees. May contact through phone. www.angelhandyman.com

"Had an open circuit that took out half the lights in the basement."

Linda A on July 2020


Mr D's Landscaping
547 N Island Ave
5.00(
3
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Mr D's Landscaping
547 N Island Ave
5.00(
3
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

We have been in business for 26 years.

We have been in business for 26 years.


Wolf Bros.Tree Service
3324 Rotary Rd
5.00(
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Wolf Bros.Tree Service
3324 Rotary Rd
5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Family owned & operated.

Family owned & operated.


3 brothers handyman service
1109 Colonial Dr
No reviews
3 brothers handyman service
1109 Colonial Dr
No reviews
14 years of experience

All around handyman

All around handyman


Sharp Cuts Lawn & Landscaping
1589 Roscoe Rd
5.00(
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Sharp Cuts Lawn & Landscaping
1589 Roscoe Rd
5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Sharp Cuts Lawn & Landscaping, in Rockton, IL, is the areas landscaping specialist serving Rockford, Roscoe, Rockton, and South Beloit for more than 15 years. We specialize in spring cleanup, fertilizing, lawn maintenance, aeration, and more. Call Sharp Cuts Lawn & Landscaping in Rockton today for sealcoating, mulching, hardscaping, and all your lawn care needs.

Sharp Cuts Lawn & Landscaping, in Rockton, IL, is the areas landscaping specialist serving Rockford, Roscoe, Rockton, and South Beloit for more than 15 years. We specialize in spring cleanup, fertilizing, lawn maintenance, aeration, and more. Call Sharp Cuts Lawn & Landscaping in Rockton today for sealcoating, mulching, hardscaping, and all your lawn care needs.

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FAQs for sod installation projects in Rockford, 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.

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