Cost guides
Landscaping costs in Polk County, FL
What each kind of yard work typically costs here, what's included, and the questions worth asking before you pay anyone. Ranges are typical local market figures, not quotes.
Cost guides by type of work

Lawn Care & Maintenance
Mowing, edging, fertilization and weed control for Florida turf.
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Landscape Design & Installation
New sod, plantings, mulch beds, pavers and full yard makeovers.
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Hardscaping & Pavers
Paver patios, walkways, driveways, steps and retaining walls built for Florida sand.
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Irrigation & Drainage
Sprinkler installation and repair, plus drainage solutions for wet yards.
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Tree & Palm Services
Palm trimming, tree removal, stump grinding and storm prep.
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Commercial & HOA Landscaping
Grounds maintenance for HOAs, office parks, retail centers and apartments.
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Storm Cleanup
Downed limbs, fallen palms and debris hauling after hurricanes and summer storms.
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Step-by-step guides for the jobs most homeowners can handle.

Lawn Pests & Problems · 6 min read
Chinch Bugs in Florida Lawns: How to Spot and Stop Them
How to tell chinch bugs from drought in St. Augustine grass, run the coffee can test, treat the lawn and prevent damage in Polk County, FL.
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Lawns & Sod · 6 min read
How Much Does Sod Installation Cost in Florida?
What sod installation costs in Florida: the full range of published per-square-foot estimates, why they differ, and how to budget and compare quotes.
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Lawns & Sod · 7 min read
How to Lay Sod in Florida: Step-by-Step Guide
How to prepare soil and lay St. Augustine sod in Florida: site prep, laying and staggering pieces, rolling, first watering and when to mow and fertilize.
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