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Top 3 Rated Top 3 Landscaping Companies

10K+ Happy Customers served

5 Star Average (222 Google Reviews)

222 5 Star Reviews

With its prime location in the scenic Fox River valley, Aurora offers small-town charm and outdoor recreation balanced with big-city amenities. To complement the natural scenery, many homeowners want a lush, flawless lawn. If you are seeking an instant yard transformation, sod installation is the ideal choice.

Unlike hydroseeding or traditional seeding methods that take weeks to establish, sod provides immediate results. Pre-grown grass strips are rolled out to deliver a flawless yard overnight. At Ware Landscaping, our sod installation experts in Aurora handle the heavy lifting to create the lawn of your dreams.

“Last year, we called Mike and his crew and as you can see it is completely dry and the grass is beautiful he did the landscaping as well, and it is amazing"

Karl Napeksoski

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Sod Installation Pricing

SOD FRONT YARD

Remove existing sod, grade and install sod front 50’x35′

$4,995

SOD FRONT AND BACK

Remove existing sod, grade and install sod front 50’x35′ and back 65’x40′

$9,995

SOD FRONT, BACK & SideS

Remove existing sod, grade and install sod front 50’x35′ and back 65’x40′, Sides 50’x10′

$12,995

Estimate Disclaimer

The prices listed are initial estimates and subject to change. Each project is uniquely designed to meet your property’s specific needs, which may affect final pricing.

Ware WEEKLY Cleanup and Lawn Maintenance Package

Starting at

$595 per month

How our Lawn Maintenance Program works:

We provide both commercial and residential lawn maintenance. Our full service packages include:

Spring Clean Up: Edging flower beds, trimming plants, blowing out flowerbeds, and giving the yard a fresh cut.
Weekly Mowing: Cutting grass with a grass catcher, weed-wacking edges, power edging sidewalks, and blowing off walks and driveways.
Weekly Clean Ups and Gardening: Weeding flowerbeds, edging, and trimming bushes on a WEEKLY basis, setting us apart for an incredible yard appearance.

Please note, we only offer these services as part of the complete package, and we are not a mowing-only company. We offer $100 per month discount out our Lawn maintenance packages if you do a drainage, hardscape or landscaping project for $5,000 or more.

One time Spring Clean up with Mulch installation

We will edge out flower beds, trim bushes, weed, clean up beds and install 8 yards of mulch.

Starting at

$1,995

Prices can vary depending on size of property. We do NOT do one time clean ups only, however we do one time clean ups when you package it with a mulch installation.

Comprehensive Sod Installation Process

With its location in the Midwest, the lawns here in Illinois are best suited to cool-season grasses, so our sodding specialists in Aurora will recommend the ideal grass variety based on your specific needs. We take a comprehensive approach to ensure optimal results:

10 year Drainage guarantee

Introducing our unbeatable guarantee: Bid farewell to sitting water in your yard or basement. Should you ever experience this issue, we commit to promptly address and fix it at absolutely no cost. But here’s the cherry on top – if, by a rare chance, the problem persists after our intervention, we’ll not only resolve it but also treat you to two plane tickets to Hawaii. Your satisfaction is not just our promise; it’s an unforgettable experience waiting to happen.

Benefits of Sodding vs. Seeding a Lawn

Sodding offers many advantages over seeding or hydroseeding your lawn, such as:

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Achieve Your Lawn Goals with Aurora Sod Experts

Having a qualified Aurora sod installer handle the job provides many advantages:

There are so many details that impact how well sod takes root. Leave it to the experts at Ware to get your growing lawn off to the healthiest start possible. From layout to seam alignment, our team follows professional best practices for flawless sod laying services in Aurora, IL.

What people are saying

Ware Landscaping & Snow Removal

They did a great job and we are very pleased!

“I contacted Mike at Ware Landscaping for help with fixing my flooded backyard and garage. Mike gave me an honest assessment of my situation and recommended the right system to fix my problems (a lot of issues). Ware Landscaping installed drainage, underground downspouts, underground sump pump lines, driveway drains and surface drains in the yard to fix all my problems.. The team was very professional and always asked for my approval on work being done before it was completed. They did a great job and we are very pleased!”

Jim Kristof

I recommend him without any hesitation.

“We had a water problem in our basement that Mike Ware completely eliminated by removing both our sump pump water and downspout water away from the home. He was professional and highly motivated to solve the problem and do it the right way. I always felt like a priority and that my project mattered. I recommend him without any hesitation.”

Michael Swider

FANTASTIC JOB!!!

Ware Landscaping did a FANTASTIC JOB!!! I needed my entire backyard regraded and they filled it in with more than 2 truck loads, installed a French drain and put new beautiful green sod on top. They also power washed and reset my front retaining wall. Communication from the beginning was always very good. We always knew when they were coming out. The project was completed on time as well. They also called on their own a month after the project to check on the sod and were willing to replace some spots due to the June heat wave. Would recommend Ware Landscaping to all!!!”

Dan Malloy

The entire crew were incredible, so friendly, knowledgeable, and paid attention to every detail.

“Mike, Greg and the rest of the crew made our back yard dream a reality with a drainage system to remove the stream that flowed through the middle of the yard, which flooded every rainstorm and stuck around for weeks. To complete the look in came a perfectly designed beautiful hardscape patio that we can’t wait to use this summer. The entire crew were incredible, so friendly, knowledgeable, and paid attention to every detail. Highly recommend!”

Katie Jankowski

The crew was fast, friendly, and tidy.

“We had a wooden deck for a front porch that was starting to age. When we removed it we saw that there was a concrete slab underneath it that was pitched toward our house, creating an issue with standing water up against our foundation. We had Mike come by to advise us on the best solution, and he suggested permeable pavers. We were able to come up with a custom design with him that day. The crew was fast, friendly, and tidy. I’m sure they do much bigger jobs than our little patio, but this project made a huge difference for our home.

Cecily Ivey

FAQs

We want to make this experience even easier for you by providing answers to some of the questions we receive on a regular basis.

When is the best time to install sod in Northern Illinois?

We sod from mid march until mid December. During extreme heat it is very important that the sod is watered right away and daily. It is also really important that everything is graded properly and prepped before sod is installed. Sod is also really important to cover drainage systems to unsure mud stays out of them.

What is the best sod to install in Aurora, Illinois?

For landscaping in Aurora, we always recommend native grasses as they are most likely to thrive in this climate. The ideal cool season grasses for sodding Northern Illinois areas like Barrington Hills include Kentucky bluegrass, tall fescue, and perennial ryegrass.

You’ll want to avoid warm season varieties like zoysia and bermuda that will struggle through Illinois winters. When we visit for a free consultation, we can also help you determine which grasses do better in shady yards.

For example, fine fescue does well with significant shade, and tall fescue does well with moderate shade. However, most other varieties require 3-4 hours of full sun per day.

What’s the best way to prepare the ground before sod installation in Aurora?

Installing sod yourself in Barrington Hills can be a rewarding DIY challenge, but please note that it requires proper preparation. First, remove all debris, weeds, and old grass where new sod will be laid. Thoroughly till the soil 4-6 inches down and level the area. We recommend amending the soil with compost and testing that nutrients are ideal for sod growth.

Compost also enhances drainage, so you can work that into the soil. And remember to moisten the soil before laying new sod.

We’re happy to help if DIY sod prep sounds overwhelming – our experts handle every step of preparation and installation for stunning results. Contact us to learn more about our Barrington Hills sod services.

What’s involved in caring for established sod?

Once your new sod is well-rooted, recommended care includes fertilizing 2-3 times per year as needed. Watering can be done less frequently after the initial period. Periodic dethatching, aerating, and mowing at the proper height for your sod type will keep your lawn healthy and beautiful. And of course, you can contact us anytime for advice on caring for your specific variety of sod.

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Aurora
Sod Installation
Experts

Watch Our Top-Viewed Drainage Solution Video Now!

Sod Installation Pricing

Ware WEEKLY Cleanup and Lawn Maintenance Package

$595 per month

One time Spring Clean up with Mulch installation