Minneapolis Sod Installation & Sprinkler Services

Get a lush, professional lawn installed in a single day. Proudly serving the Twin Cities since 2018. Same-day estimates, 4.9 stars from 164 Google reviews, 500+ completed projects, fully licensed & insured, and guaranteed satisfaction!

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Our Services — Sod, Irrigation, Maintenance & More

Whether you need fresh sod, an efficient irrigation system, or expert maintenance, Sod Smith is here to make your yard the best on the block. We offer a range of premier services, including fresh sod installation, core aeration, pest control, and more to keep your lawn clean and green. 


We respect your time and offer quick booking and quotes. Our transparent communication ensures that you’re always informed about your lawn’s health and progress.


No matter your property’s condition, we’ll apply science-backed solutions to make it look its best.

How It Works

From first click to finished lawn, here's what to expect

Submit your free estimate form

Fill out our quick form and hit send. Our team gets notified immediately, and you'll receive a text and email confirmation within minutes. Reply with photos of your yard or any notes that would help us understand the project.

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We call from the same number that texted you

Someone on the Sod Smith team will call you directly. Sod estimates take 5 to 10 minutes. Irrigation quotes run 10 to 15. By the end of the conversation, you'll have an accurate ballpark quote, usually within 5% of the final price.

No surprises, no pressure
Lock in your calendar date

Happy with the virtual estimate? You can use it as a placeholder to reserve your spot on our schedule while you decide. In peak season, we book 2 to 3 weeks out, so getting on the calendar early keeps your project on track.

No commitment to lock in a date
Confirm with a free in-person visit

Want an exact number? We'll come out, measure everything, and give you a price-guaranteed final quote. No charge, no obligation. Most homeowners do this step, but it's completely optional if you're comfortable with the virtual estimate.

Price guarantee on final quote
We install your new lawn

On installation day, we handle everything: ground prep, grading, fresh-cut Kentucky Bluegrass, and cleanup. Most jobs wrap up in a single day. You get our Establishment Plan to make sure your new sod takes root and thrives.

Done in one day, guaranteed to root
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580+ Twin Cities Lawns Installed, and Counting

Sometimes, a clean slate is the best solution to lawn care. That’s where our efficient sod installation process can help you achieve a breathtaking lawn in just one day! 


With our expert team and seamless process, you’ll have a brand-new, picture-perfect yard in just one day—no waiting, no hassle. Let us handle the hard work so you can enjoy your beautiful new lawn right away!


Typical sod installations run $1.75 to $4 per square foot, fully installed — including prep, materials, labor, and cleanup.


See our sod installation page.

New Lawn Here

Sprinkler system and irrigation service for lush yards year-round

Keep your lawn vibrant through every season with an Irrigreen digital watering system. This cutting-edge technology customizes watering patterns to fit your yard’s exact layout, ensuring even coverage, all while using 50% less water than traditional sprinklers.


With precise water distribution, your lawn stays lush while eliminating waste and reducing your water bill. Say goodbye to overwatering and dry patches—just effortless, eco-friendly hydration for your yard.


Learn more about our irrigation installation.

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Worried your new sod won't survive? 

Guarantee results with our Establishment Plan

Most companies lay sod and call it a day—but at Sod Smith, we go the extra mile to make sure your new lawn is set up for success. Our exclusive Establishment Plan gives you five weeks of expert lawn care to ensure a smooth transition from fresh laid sod to a beautiful thriving green lawn. 

Here’s how we make sure your new lawn flourishes after our team installs it: 


Week 1: Set Up for Success

  • Monitor sod health and rooting progress
  • Adjust watering schedule to weather and climate conditions
  • Replace any struggling or dead sod rolls—free of charge


Weeks 2-3: Strengthen The Roots

  • Inspect for weeds, patches, and other trouble areas
  • Optimize watering schedule
  • Fill in any gaps and bald spots


Week 4: First Mow and Lawn Boost

  • Perform the first mow at the correct blade height
  • Collect clippings and lawn debris
  • Overseed and fertilize for stronger, thicker growth


Week 5: Final Quality Check

  • Ensure full rooting & lawn health
  • Adjust watering & care for long-term success
  • Guarantee your sod is established—or we’ll replace it!


No irrigation system? No worries! Sod Smith has you covered. Unlike other lawn service companies, our Establishment Plan includes a temporary automated irrigation system so your new sod gets the water it needs to grow.


View the full Establishment Plan.

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Automate your lawn care with our lawn maintenance programs 

With our maintenance programs, you can relax knowing your lawn is in expert hands. Skip the DIY care and let us handle everything—from spreading nutrient-rich fertilizers and weed and pest control to core aeration. We take care of the hard work so you can sit back and enjoy your lawn.

ProBase Maintenance Program

Our foundational plan offers three visits per year and focuses on essential lawn care, such as nutrient-rich fertilizers and weed control, to maintain a healthy, vibrant lawn.


ProRoot Maintenance Program

Our enhanced maintenance programs include six visits each year, incorporating preventative pest control to safeguard your lawn and targeted weed management. 


ProElite Maintenance Program

Our premium program includes six visits per year and core aeration to improve soil health. This service optimizes nutrient absorption, enhances water drainage, and promotes root growth for a lush, thriving lawn. 

With our expert care, your lawn will have the strength and resilience it needs to flourish season after season.


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Explore Options

More than sod: ask us how we can renew your lawn!

We do more than just installing fresh, local sod—we’re about transforming your entire outdoor space into a vibrant oasis. Whether you dream of having a lush lawn, refreshed garden beds, or a complete landscape makeover, we’re ready to help.


Get excited about the possibilities for your outdoor space, and let us help you make it happen!

Bee Lawns

Our bee lawn service creates a sprawling, gorgeous landscape in your backyard, all while protecting local pollinators. These low-maintenance, low-growing, flowering alternatives to traditional turf bring lawns back to life.


Landscape design

Our in-house design team can help you create stunning natural designs, from plantings and flowers to garden beds and rock gardens, giving your yard a complete makeover.


Soil prep

A beautiful yard starts beneath the surface. We can prepare your soil for success, whether you're over-seeding, creating garden beds, or planting a bee lawn with premium topsoil, grading, and soil conditioners.


Mulch and rock beds

We can install a variety of mulch or rock beds with different colors, styles, and features. Complete with landscape fabric for weed prevention, our landscaping beds are designed to last season after season.


Edging Install or replacement 

We offer installation for multiple edging types, from classic plastic to organic river rock, we'll make your design preferences come to life!


Labor hour

In addition to what we've already mentioned, we offer convenient services such as debris removal, tree root clearing, and furniture moving to help prepare or refresh your outdoor space. The minimum charge is one labor hour, and thereafter, it is billed in 30-minute increments.

Common questions

What Twin Cities homeowners ask before booking sod installation

How much does sod installation cost in Minneapolis?
Pricing depends on project size. Smaller yards can run up to $4 per square foot; large-scale projects can come in as low as $1.75. That's the fully installed price. Every quote includes our 8-step process: scalping, rototilling, soil prep, sod, labor, and delivery. No surprise line items.

Site condition affects the number too. New build properties where the ground is already prepped cost less, since ground prep is the most labor-intensive part of the job. Call us for a free estimate and we'll give you an actual number.
What areas do you serve?
We cover the full Minneapolis and Saint Paul metro: Minneapolis, Edina, St. Paul, Wayzata, Minnetonka, St. Louis Park, Richfield, Eden Prairie, and the surrounding communities. If you're in the Twin Cities, give us a call.
How long does installation take?
Most residential jobs take one day, start to finish, including ground prep. The prep work (scalping, rototilling, grading) is 60 to 70 percent of the time we spend on a job. Once the ground is ready, laying the sod goes fast.

Larger or more complex properties take longer. But a typical front or back yard gets done in a day.
When is the best time to install sod in Minnesota?
Spring and early fall are both good windows. That said, sod can go in any time during the summer as long as it's getting enough water. We install through July without problems.

If your timing is flexible and you're getting a sprinkler system installed with us, July is worth considering. That's when we offer some of our better discounts.

If you're worried about sod taking root in the heat, that's what the Establishment Plan is for. We guarantee rooting. So timing matters less than most people assume going in.
Do you offer free estimates?
Yes, always. Call (612) 446-9745 or fill out our online form and we'll get back to you the same day with a clear, no-obligation number.
Do you install sprinkler and irrigation systems?
Yes. We're a certified Irrigreen installer and handle full sprinkler system installation across the Twin Cities. Book sod and irrigation together and you get 5 percent off, plus a discount on the Establishment Plan.

Worth knowing: we have never had a customer with an Irrigreen system lose their sod. Every installation has taken root. The consistent, automated watering makes a real difference, and at this point we're confident enough in those results to back them up.
What is the Establishment Plan?
It's our post-installation care program. It covers watering schedules, fertilization, and follow-up support during the first weeks after install, when new sod is most at risk. The short version: we guarantee rooting. If your sod doesn't take, we make it right.
What types of sod do you install?
Kentucky Bluegrass, Fine Fescue, and other varieties that do well in Minnesota. We'll recommend the right one based on your yard's sun exposure, soil, and how the lawn gets used.

Still have questions? We're easy to reach and happy to walk through your project.

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Sod Smith provides sod installation services across the Twin Cities, including MinneapolisSaint PaulEdinaMinnetonkaWayzataSt. Louis Park, and Richfield. Not sure if we cover your area? Call us! If we can reach you, we'll come.

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Call us today - your lawn will thank you!

Transform your lawn into the outdoor space you’ve always wanted with Sod Smith. From lush green grass to expertly maintained garden beds, we handle the hard work so you can simply enjoy it. 


Whether you need full-scale lawn care, soil prep, or finishing touches like mulch and edging, we’re ready to make it happen.


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Read How Your Neighbors Review Us

Twin Cities homeowners on what it's like to work with Sod Smith

★★★★★
"Sod Smith was awesome to work with and my yard looks amazing! From first contact to the job being finished, Micah was very responsive and accommodating. Their prices are very reasonable and the work is excellent quality."

— Jessica A.

Sod installation prep work in Minneapolis backyard by Sod Smith — premium soil preparation for same-day install
Sod installation Minneapolis fenced backyard by Sod Smith — premium Kentucky bluegrass same-day service
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"We were extremely happy with the service provided by Sod Smith and would recommend them to others without hesitation. They were prompt, fit us into their schedule quickly, did very neat and quality work, and the cost was exactly what they had projected."

— Kelli L.

Sod installation prep work in Minneapolis front yard by Sod Smith — premium soil preparation for same-day install
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"These guys are great! Professional, responsive, hard-working, quick, kind, fair — and our yard looks amazing! They went the extra mile to help get our property ready for sale, and we couldn't be happier or more grateful!"

— Susan N.

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