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As a residential or commercial property owner in Batavia, Illinois, you long to enjoy your outdoor sanctuary and you want your landscape to look beautiful. Yards in Batavia can thrive in the local climate’s frequent moisture and humidity. However, even the most well-maintained seeded yards can experience problematic issues.

Brown patches, diseased grass, and swampy areas can transform the yard of your dreams into a nightmarish headache. What can you do to prevent these issues? How can you repair soil erosion and avoid other obstacles to an amazing lawn?

The sod installation specialists of Ware Landscaping understand what soil in Batavia needs to remain healthy, and can deftly plant uniform sod to ensure the erasure of any unhealthy areas in your lawn.

DIY sod installation may cause an uneven lawn, and improper implementation may lead to other issues as well, such as a failure of sod roots to take hold in your soil. The right landscaping team can efficiently and expertly lay your sod so that you can enjoy the benefits of your yard.

“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.

Sod installation in Batavia

If you’re a property owner that worries about cutting corners to achieve the yard of your dreams, sod actually provides living, thriving grass. In fact, sod has more in common with seeded grass than it does with astroturf.

In Batavia, your yard health and appearance can significantly impact the curb appeal of your property. In turn, your curb appeal directly affects the value of your residential or commercial property.

Landscaping design and implementation can increase your property value by 15% to 20%. However, a neglected landscape can drastically reduce property value. Commercial property owners may find their foot traffic ebbing away and homeowners looking to sell may find their home sitting stagnant on the market.

Sod installation specialists can help you create the easily-maintained yard of your dreams.

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.

The benefits of sod vs seed grass in Batavia

Sod offers many benefits for Batavia property owners that could outweigh its seed grass counterpart. Uneven planting, weeds, a dead or dying lawn, and lengthy wait time could all contribute to a less than ideal outcome of seed grass.

However, sod provides positive results that seed grass may lack. These benefits include:

When is seeding a new lawn the best choice?

Instead of installing sod, you might want to seed a new lawn, especially if the following conditions are true:

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What is sod?

Sod is a locally-sourced, farmed, and cultivated grass that is grown specifically to thrive in local climates. The sod you choose to install in Batavia will vary from sod used for Arizona yards.

Sod has an immediate impact on your yard’s appearance, curb appeal, and health, and is available at most home improvement stores and garden centers. Typically, sod is sold in rolls of rich, even, healthy green grass and each roll covers a section of your yard.

Living sod grass comes with its root system still intact. The roots adhere to healthy topsoil, and grow into your soil’s ecosystem. Professional sod installation can help you avoid intense, time-consuming labor and ensure the sod is laid evenly and uniformly.

How often you should water sod

Although you will have to lightly water your lawn after sod installation, sod requires far less watering than seed grass. For the first two months after your sod installation, you should water your lawn for 20 minutes, twice per day. This will promote root growth and keep your sod looking great.

Replacing dead grass with sod

Sod is often used to replace dead or diseased grass in Batavia yards. Perhaps your commercial or residential yard has experienced soil erosion, or your yard drainage system needs replacement and caused flooding on your property,

If you’ve experienced issues with your seed grass and opt to replace it with sod, you’ll need to pull up your grass first. Sod installation can’t occur if patches of old grass block its roots. You may need to replace your topsoil with healthy soil as well. In order for sod to plant correctly, its roots need access to the nourishment of healthy soil.

How Ware Landscaping can help

The sod installation experts at Ware Landscaping are passionate about helping you create the outdoor haven of your dreams. You should enjoy and take pride in every aspect of your property, and we’re here to help ensure that happens.

For over 20 years, our team has helped our Northeastern Illinois neighbors in Batavia (and beyond) get the most out of their commercial and residential investments.

Along with snow removal, landscaping, hardscape design and creation, lawn maintenance, Christmas light installation, and yard drainage solutions, our team offers seasoned expertise in sod installation.

If you choose to utilize our sod installation services, we will do the following:

Use our horticulture experience to determine which type of sod will work best in your yard
Grade your yard to ensure your sod appears even and seamless
Prepare and water the sod bed to ensure the roots adhere to the soil
Provide eco, kid, and pet-friendly sod and cost efficient installation solutions
Utilize organic fertilizer to provide your installed sod with the necessary nutrients to thrive
Ensure your sod is healthy and aerated before installation
Maintain your lawn throughout the seasons through our lawn maintenance contracts

Achieve Your Lawn Goals with Batavia Sod Experts

Having a qualified Batavia 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 Batavia.

Factors to consider before sod installation in Batavia

Although sod may be an amazing option for your commercial property or home, you’ll need to consider several factors before selecting the type of sod you should use, and whether it will be beneficial for your property.

Consider the following important factors before you choose sod installation:

Batavia’s climate: Ensure you’ve researched and selected sod grass that will thrive in our humid and seasonal climate.
Sunlight and shade: Certain types of sod grass will only thrive in full sunlight, while others will only survive in shade. Consider the light your property receives to choose the correct type of sod.
For example, fine fescue thrives in shaded spaces and can provide an elegant look for commercial properties. On the other hand, Kentucky bluegrass loves sunlight and may wither if installed in shaded areas.
Durability needs: If your commercial property receives a lot of foot traffic, or your home’s yard is often full of kids or used for entertainment purposes, this may mean sod installation is a necessity. Seed grass may not hold up as well under heavy use or wear-and-tear.

Our tailored approach ensures your new sod lawn achieves your unique aesthetic, functional, and environmental goals. We take the time to understand your needs and preferences, then leverage our sod expertise to bring your ideal yard to life.

The efficiency of sod installation

Sod installation is remarkably quick. However, it does take more than one day to complete.Typically, an excellent sod installation will take anywhere from 36 to 72 hours. Nevertheless, it’s vital to lay sod immediately after purchasing the grass.

Sod is sold with exposed roots, and if rolls and pallets of sod sit for too long, the moisture these healthy roots contain can evaporate.This will cause the sod’s roots to shrivel and die, and it will no longer be worthy of installation.

Although sod installation can instantly transform the aesthetics and appeal of your yard, the right professional team will be painstaking in their work. It may take the greater part of a week before your sod installation is complete.

The Ware Landscaping team will customize the installation schedule to meet your needs and ensure your property is covered in a timely manner.

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

Barrington Sod Installation FAQs

Although we are always happy to answer questions, we also want to make it as easy as possible to find great information about your newly installed sod. This page is here to help!

These are some of the most frequently asked questions we receive about sod installation in Barrington.

Is there a “best time” to install sod in Northern Illinois?

When it comes to installing sod, it is important to avoid the heat of the summer and the frigid temperatures of the Illinois winter. We recommend that you schedule early to ensure that we can fit you into our busy sod installation calendar. We are the busiest in April to May, although we can also install sod between September and October.

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

Native grasses are always our go-to recommendation for landscaping, as they are the most likely to thrive. We recommend cool season grasses like Kentucky bluegrass, tall fescue, and perennial ryegrass in Barrington and the surrounding Northern Illinois areas. You want to avoid warm season grasses that will struggle in the cold Illinois winter. That would include zoysia and bermuda.

What is the best way to prepare the ground before laying sod?

Some people are always up for a good DIY challenge! Here’s what you need to know if you decide to lay sod yourself. First, completely remove any debris, weeds, and old grass in the area you will be sodding. Till the soil very well to a depth of 4-6 inches, then level the area. You will need to amend the area with compost, and we recommend testing the soil to confirm that it is nutrient-rich and ready for sod.

Amending the soil with compost will also improve the lawn’s drainage. Be sure to moisten the soil before
laying the sod.

We know this can all sound a little overwhelming, but we’re here to help if you get stuck or want to completely bypass the hard work and physical labor associated with laying sod.

How do you install sod?

When installing sod, the landscaper staggers strips of sod together, tightly packing each strip against the next, like bricks. Then, the sod installation team will use a sharp utility knife along the edges of the yard and around any trees or hardscaping to ensure a beautiful, perfect look.

The edges will be tamped down firmly, and then we will water the sod to help the roots begin to establish in
their new dirt.

How do I water my newly sodded lawn?

We’re glad you asked this! It’s one of the most important questions you can ask.

Water once a day, or twice a day if it is hot and dry. This should go on daily for 2-3 weeks. Apply about 1.5 inches of water each time. It usually takes about 20 minutes to provide 1.5 inches of water to an area of the yard.

Once the roots get established, you can slowly reduce how frequently you water your lawn. Your sod should be established and thriving within 2-3 months of installation.

Can I mow the sod?

You should wait 10-14 days before you mow. Use high blades (3 inches), and make sure they are sharp. Even though you can mow within 2 weeks of installation, avoid heavy foot and mower traffic on sod for 3-4 weeks after installation.

When will my sod be fully established and rooted?

As long as you take good care of your new lawn and follow your sod expert’s guidance, your yard should be fully established within 2-3 months. To get to that point where your new grass is thriving, follow our watering instructions and protect the lawn from regular use for 3-4 weeks.

How do I care for sod after it is established? (Long-term care)

We recommend fertilizing your lawn 2-3 times a year, as needed. Once the initial watering phase has ended, you can water the lawn infrequently. Dethatch and aerate your yard periodically. And of course, mow your lawn at the proper height for the specific variety of sod you chose. Not sure about that? We can help!

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Batavia, IL
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

Sod installation in Batavia

10 year Drainage guarantee

The benefits of sod vs seed grass in Batavia

When is seeding a new lawn the best choice?

Watch this Ware Sod and Landscaping Installation Solution Package Makeover

What is sod?

How often you should water sod

Replacing dead grass with sod

How Ware Landscaping can help

Achieve Your Lawn Goals with Batavia Sod Experts

Correct Material Sourcing

Proper Ground Prep

Precision Installation

Adequate Watering

Equipment Savings

Time Savings

Warranties

Factors to consider before sod installation in Batavia

The efficiency of sod installation

What people are saying

Barrington Sod Installation FAQs

Expert Articles

Request A Free Quote

Batavia, IL 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

Sod installation in Batavia

10 year Drainage guarantee

The benefits of sod vs seed grass in Batavia

When is seeding a new lawn the best choice?

Watch this Ware Sod and Landscaping Installation Solution Package Makeover

What is sod?

How often you should water sod

Replacing dead grass with sod

How Ware Landscaping can help

Achieve Your Lawn Goals with Batavia Sod Experts

Correct Material Sourcing

Proper Ground Prep

Precision Installation

Adequate Watering

Equipment Savings

Time Savings

Warranties

Factors to consider before sod installation in Batavia

The efficiency of sod installation

What people are saying

Barrington Sod Installation FAQs

Expert Articles

Request A Free Quote

Batavia, IL
Sod Installation
Experts