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Delanson Gardens
4.7(
70
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Serving Albany, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Delanson Gardens did excellent work edging 7 garden beds around my home in Delmar. Doug and his crew installed new aluminum edging and stone borders as well as pulled up/reused aluminum edging borders that were almost entirely buried in the ground. They spread river stone and/or mulch in all garden beds and built a timber border around my shed. Doug skillfully reused some landscaping rocks/stepping stones that were on my property (but not part of the current landscaping). Doug and his crew were courteous and professional. And they did the work on the originally scheduled dates (no delays)."
Response time3 days
Response rate90%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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7 Brothers Landscaping, LLC
5.0(
15
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Serving Albany, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"My wife and I can't tell you enough how totally pleased we are having Serge and his crew install our patio. We are pleased beyond expectations and highly recommend his services. On a lark, I asked two different companies for estimates to install a patio. When we met Serge, and verified his references who all raved about him, we knew he was getting the job. We didn't think he could get it in before spring and he called and said he would do the install last week. We are thrilled beyond expectation and will use him again in the spring!"
Custom Patio (before)
Custom Patio (After)
Before & After
Before & After
River Rock - After

+104

Response time2 days
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Everything Green Lawn & Landscape
4.8(
16
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Serving Albany, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent work landscaping. Provided all the plants and finished planting shrubs as we decided. Finished the work on time. Knowledgeable and conscientious. Great work!"
Patio
Seat Wall
Lawn Care
Lawn Care
Lawn Care

+29

Response time2 days
46 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by75%of homeowners
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Dan Mayer Design
4.3(
18
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Serving Albany, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Gaia is a great company in every way. The boss, Dan, is extremely knowledgeable, hard-working, creative, and fair. The crew are very talented, and extraordinarily decent people. I hired them to design and install a garden, and the result is nothing short of a work of art - without comprising anything on function. That, to me, is what makes Gaia really stand out - they can do it all, and will , but where they really excel is in their creative vision and love for their work. I will also add that while Gaia were on the garden project, my general contractor disappeared. I asked Dan for advice on how to get a range of other projects done. Gaia themselves took on some of the work, including designing and installing a sweet new deck and upgrading my windows. Where the tasks were outside of their capabilities, Dan gave me numerous and great referrals so I was able to rebuild a team. Frankly, I couldn't be happier than my general contractor disappeared. Next time, I'll go straight to Gaia!"
Patio Build
bluestone walkway
land clearing
bluestone retread
Retaining wall

+48

Recommended by50%of homeowners
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HERNANDEZ LANDSCAPES, LLC
5.0(
1
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Serving Albany, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction, from the start to the completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

Recommended by100%of homeowners
FAQs for sod installation projects in Albany, NY

Seeding costs less up front, but you’ll wait months—and sometimes a full season—for the grass to fill in. Sod costs more per square foot, yet it gives you an instant, usable lawn the day it’s installed and needs far less care during the first year. 

If speed and early curb appeal matter, the higher sod price is often worth it; if you’re watching every dollar and don’t mind the wait, seed can still be a smart play.

Start by sketching your lawn and breaking it into rectangles or circles. Measure each section, multiply length by width, and then add all the sections together for the total square footage. Standard sod rolls are two feet by 1.5 feet, and one pallet covers 450 square feet. 

Divide your total area by 450 to see how many pallets you need, then round up—extras come in handy for cutting around curves or mistakes. Still unsure? A local sod supplier or installer can confirm your math before you order.

Most sod grips the soil within 10 to 14 days. During that stretch, keep foot traffic to a minimum and mow only if the grass gets tall. After two weeks, the roots should be strong enough for light use, but wait six weeks before heavy play or frequent mowing. Giving the grass that short honeymoon helps it anchor firmly and sets the stage for a durable, healthy lawn.

Give your new lawn two full weeks before any foot traffic, then stick to light use only. Hold off on vigorous play, parties, or regular mowing until the six-week mark so the roots can dig deep. Keep watering on schedule and watch for any dry patches. A little patience now means stronger turf and fewer repairs later.

Keep an eye on color, moisture, and even growth. Fresh sod should stay uniformly green; brown spots or gaps hint at dry soil or poor contact. Water deeply at least once a day for the first week (more in hot weather) and back off gradually after the roots take. Avoid heavy foot traffic until the grass feels firmly anchored. Quick attention to trouble spots now prevents costly patches later.

Aim for spring or early fall when daytime temps hover between 55°F and 80°F. Mild weather and consistent moisture help the roots knit quickly. Laying sod in midsummer can stress the grass, while frozen winter soil blocks rooting altogether. 

If you must install outside the ideal window, budget extra time for watering and tending to the turf. Choosing the right season makes the job easier and the lawn tougher.

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