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Ever's Landscaping
4.8(
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Serving Arlington, MA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"I hired Ever's for spring clean up including cleaning up flowerbeds, installing decorative rocks in an area close to the street that only grows weeds, cutting up a fallen tree, trimming shrubs and trees and overall mulching. They arrived when promised, did a wonderful job and are great to work with. I hired Ever's to next cut down some dead trees and biweekly mowing/lawn care. Ever's was a great find and I highly recommend the company!"
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Response time5 hrs
Response rate85%
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Pro-MJL Landscape & Construction, Inc
5.0(
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Serving Arlington, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2011

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Armando was great. Super responsive, quick, and easy to work with. Dennis and his crew laid some sod and fixed up a brick patio and were in and out in a day. Would definitely recommend them."
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by86%of homeowners
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Romeros Landscaping
4.7(
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Serving Arlington, MA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"Very friendly and quick to do the job. Would recommend and hire again"
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+9

Response time6 hrs
21 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Pro Cut Landscape & Design
4.9(
151
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Serving Arlington, MA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Bob and Benny did an excellent job installing new stone garden edging, all new plants and mulch. Bob was in touch from the beginning helping me pick out the stones and the plants. Our yard looks fantastic Iâ m looking forward to using it all summer long. Customer Service and the quality of work is excellent. I highly recommend this company."
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Response time11 hrs
61 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by83%of homeowners
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Elmer's Lawn Maintenance
4.9(
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Serving Arlington, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Elmer and his team were incredible! I used them to do a sod install and I couldn't be more pleased with how it came out, they did an amazing job. Reasonable pricing for the work and Elmer was very easy to work with. Would definitely recommend!"
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Response time7 hrs
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Outdoorx, LLC
4.9(
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Serving Arlington, MA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"They came when they said d they would and installed quickly and great clean up!"
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Raised patio
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+20

Response time7 hrs
14 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by67%of homeowners
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Juarez Lawn Sprinkler- Landscaping
5.0(
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Serving Arlington, MA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Juarez Lawn Sprinkler has always done a wonderful job. We had a full sprinkler system installed back in 2021 and the system works great. Pedro was very knowledgeable about what kind of system to put in to make it easy for me to operate it using my phone and when not at home. He also comes to do annual maintenance with the sprinkler system and is always on time, polite and knowledgeable. He also has lots of experience with landscaping and can provide good ideas if you are wondering about how to up your curb appeal with your landscaping. I would 100% recommend this company!"
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+47

Response time9 hrs
Response rate94%
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EBL Landscaping, Construction & Tree Service
4.8(
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Serving Arlington, MA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"Edgar and his crew were excellent. Completed the job in no time. Would highly recommend ABL Tree Servicing and Landscaping. Mary"
Response time10 hrs
Response rate90%
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FAQs for sod installation projects in Arlington, MA

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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