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LanzScapes

8624 Weaver Road
5.00(
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LanzScapes

8624 Weaver Road
5.00(
1
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•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
11 local quotes requested

We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. We offer a variety of Hardscaping and commercial maintenance services that are customizable to each individual property. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction!

"Ryan did a great job with communication throughout the project. He worked with us when we decided to add our front walkway and an overlay and new front step on our front porch. The results were amazing! They did a fantastic job!"

Jason P on August 2024

We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. We offer a variety of Hardscaping and commercial maintenance services that are customizable to each individual property. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction!

"Ryan did a great job with communication throughout the project. He worked with us when we decided to add our front walkway and an overlay and new front step on our front porch. The results were amazing! They did a fantastic job!"

Jason P on August 2024

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Lous landscaping seasonal lawn maintenance tree removal

6551 Canton St
5.00(
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Lous landscaping seasonal lawn maintenance tree removal

6551 Canton St
5.00(
7
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•Approved Pro
36 local quotes requested
5 years of experience

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.like us on Facebook lous landscaping

"Unfortunately they didn't show when they said they would. But when they did come, they did a wonderful job. "

Heidi M on August 2025

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.like us on Facebook lous landscaping

"Unfortunately they didn't show when they said they would. But when they did come, they did a wonderful job. "

Heidi M on August 2025

Salt City Lawn Care

22 Corporate Circle Suite 2
4.88(
13
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Salt City Lawn Care

22 Corporate Circle Suite 2
4.88(
13
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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
8 years of experience

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service that we provide to meet your needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to 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 a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

"Great to work with. These guys are fair and honest. Highly recommend."

Jeremy W on October 2023

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service that we provide to meet your needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to 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 a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

"Great to work with. These guys are fair and honest. Highly recommend."

Jeremy W on October 2023

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Lindsley Excavating LLC

92 Townline Rd
5.00(
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Lindsley Excavating LLC

92 Townline Rd
5.00(
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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
191 local quotes requested

Lindsley Excavating LLC - Serving Central New York Since 1978. With a strong reputation for excellence, trust our experienced team for all your excavating needs. Contact us today!

Lindsley Excavating LLC - Serving Central New York Since 1978. With a strong reputation for excellence, trust our experienced team for all your excavating needs. Contact us today!

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Primetime Business Solutions INC

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Primetime Business Solutions INC

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4 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

My team and I have over 20 years of experience in the construction industry along with heavy equipment experience. We specialize in exavation work along with general construction. We also have an in-house electrical contractor that installs EV charging stations

My team and I have over 20 years of experience in the construction industry along with heavy equipment experience. We specialize in exavation work along with general construction. We also have an in-house electrical contractor that installs EV charging stations

Mr. D's Landscaping

555 Village Blvd S
5.00(
2
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Mr. D's Landscaping

555 Village Blvd S
5.00(
2
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

"To provide premium quality residential and commercial landscaping services while using exceptional customer service to meet and exceed the expectation of each customer!"

"To provide premium quality residential and commercial landscaping services while using exceptional customer service to meet and exceed the expectation of each customer!"

J&H landscaping

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J&H landscaping

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Mowing and weedeating. We are a small local business trying to expand. Have been mowing for 8 years

Mowing and weedeating. We are a small local business trying to expand. Have been mowing for 8 years

T-REX Irrigation & Landscapes LLC

6801 Guyder Rd
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T-REX Irrigation & Landscapes LLC

6801 Guyder Rd
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14 years of experience

We are a smaller company, which helps to give our customers the one on one contractor experience. This enables us to ensure all our clients are satisfied to the fullest and we can leave a project with total satisfaction.

We are a smaller company, which helps to give our customers the one on one contractor experience. This enables us to ensure all our clients are satisfied to the fullest and we can leave a project with total satisfaction.

City View Construction

PO Box 305
5.00(
4
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City View Construction

PO Box 305
5.00(
4
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Site contractor & earthwork.

Site contractor & earthwork.

SAM'S HANDYMAN SERVICE

55 MUCK DR
3.00(
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SAM'S HANDYMAN SERVICE

55 MUCK DR
3.00(
2
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Customers say: Quick response
18 years of experience

OWNER-OPERATED. NO SUBS. COST IS DETERMINED BY THE JOB. NO ADDITIONAL TRAVEL CHARGES. SERVICE FEES APPLY.

OWNER-OPERATED. NO SUBS. COST IS DETERMINED BY THE JOB. NO ADDITIONAL TRAVEL CHARGES. SERVICE FEES APPLY.

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FAQs for sod installation projects in Auburn, 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.

The Auburn, NY homeowners’ guide to sod installations

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