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Chicago, IL
Nurseries & PlantsSod InstallationRetaining Walls+1 more
Family-owned nursery and garden center established in 1980 in Crestwood offering nursery, greenhouse, sod installation, retaining walls and brick pavers.
Sod Installation in Chicago, IL
Quick answer
Local Landscaping lists 2 businesses offering sod installation in Chicago, IL, including Busy Bee Nursery and Garden Center, Larios Lawn Care, LLC. Each one lists Chicago, IL as a service area.
Based on published listings as of .
Laying harvested turf rolls or slabs to establish an instant lawn. Includes soil prep, grading, and watering guidance for establishment.
Businesses offering sod installation in Chicago, IL
- Busy Bee Nursery and Garden Center
- Larios Lawn Care, LLCVerified
Chicago, IL
Lawn Mowing & MaintenanceSod InstallationLarios Lawn Care, LLC is a landscaping contractor in Chicago, IL. Services include Lawn Mowing & Maintenance, Sod Installation.
Sod installation cost in Chicago, IL
Illinois state-level estimates. Landscaping labor in Illinois pays $21.54/hour on average, 6% above the national average ($20.33), so prices below are national ranges adjusted for that difference. Use them to sanity-check quotes, not as a quote.
| Job | Estimate in Illinois | Unit | US range | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sod installation | $1.03 - $2.05 | per sq ft installed | $1 - $2 | HomeGuide2025 |
Cost calculator
Estimated cost in Illinois: $310 - $620 (300 square feet at per sq ft installed)
Planning estimate only. Confirm with written quotes.
How these estimates are made
- National price ranges come from the published cost guides linked in each row.
- The Illinois wage index (1.06) is the state's mean hourly wage for landscaping and groundskeeping workers divided by the national mean, from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS May 2025 release (source).
- Only the labor part of each job is adjusted: estimate = US price × (1 + labor share × (wage index − 1)). Labor shares are our assumptions, for example 45% for sod installation.
- Real prices also depend on lot size, access, materials and season. Get two or three written quotes.
Estimates compiled . Businesses listed on this site have not set or confirmed these prices.
Frequently asked questions
What is sod installation?
Laying harvested turf rolls or slabs to establish an instant lawn. Includes soil prep, grading, and watering guidance for establishment.
How much does sod installation cost in Chicago, IL?
Estimated $1.03 - $2.05 per sq ft installed in Illinois, based on HomeGuide national pricing adjusted for Illinois landscaping wages (6% above the national average). Get written quotes for an exact price.
How many sod installation providers are listed in Chicago, IL?
Local Landscaping lists 2 businesses offering sod installation in Chicago, IL.
How do I hire for sod installation in Chicago, IL?
Compare at least two or three written quotes for the same scope. Check that each business lists your area as a service area, ask about licensing and insurance where your state requires it, and confirm what is included (materials, cleanup, warranty) before you sign. Use the free quote request on Local Landscaping: describe the project once and it is matched only to businesses that list your area as a service area. You can also contact any listed business directly using the phone number or website on its profile.