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Pro Cut Landscape & Design
4.9(
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Serving Auburndale, MA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Bob called me promptly and arrived on time to evaluate the job I needed done. My yard was overgrown and a mess. Bob provided a fair quote and worked with my schedule to clean up the yard, which inuded mowing and hedge clean-up."
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Response time11 hrs
75 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by78%of homeowners
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The Narrow Lane Landscape Company
4.5(
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Serving Auburndale, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2009

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"excellent job. Leave the site well cleaned off. Particularly appreciate their communications as each storm is different. They tell you when they will be plowing. They customize their service in terms of how much snowfall you will tolerate without their coming, whether or not to spread ice melter etc."
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+23

Response time3 days
27 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Hernandez Landscaping
5.0(
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Serving Auburndale, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2012

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

Hernandez Landscaping & Construction is a Boston-area contractor specializing in landscaping, hardscaping, and home remodeling. We build patios, retaining walls, decks, outdoor stairs, install artificial grass, provide lawn care and tree removal, and complete bathroom remodels. Our team focuses on quality craftsmanship, honest pricing, and dependable service on every project.

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Stone and Garden Solutions INC
4.9(
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Serving Auburndale, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2012

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We had a great experience with Stone and Garden Solutions. Marlon and his crew were prompt, professional and quick, completing our work in one (albeit) long day. He walked us through everything we needed to know about our new sod, checked with me to make sure the bushes were trimmed the way I wanted, and was very clear about contacting him if we had any difficulties. And, he even cleaned my garage - everything was cleaner then when he started. I would hire him again in a heartbeat."
Stone Wall & Water Fe
Stone Wall & Water Fe
Response time4 days
20 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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John's Landscape Services Inc
4.3(
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Serving Auburndale, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1986

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"This project could not have gone better, and it could not have been handled more professionally.  This required absolutely backbreaking work on the part of John's team.  Richie and his crew did an amazing job rebuilding our patio (it look beautiful - thank you!) and the team that scraped, cleared, re-graded and re-sodded the yard was professional, efficient and wonderful to work with.
John and his managers are a hands-on group.  I happened to be working from home part of one of the days that the team was on-site.  John or one of his leads stopped by the house 3-4 times during the day to check on the progress of the job, guide the team and make sure we were still on schedule.  John also checked in every day or so on email, which is much appreciated.  He has even checked in after the job was completed with quick tips on managing new sod through this hot dry weather we've had.
We have worked with John on 4-5 different projects and he and the team have done incredible work each time.  His crews are managed well, are very professional, and treat your home/yard with respect (many companies in this space do not).
If you're looking for exceptional work done at a fair price by an honest business owner, I would highly recommend John's Landscaping.
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2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by83%of homeowners
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GARDENS BY THE YARD
4.4(
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Serving Auburndale, MA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2004

Credit card accepted

Customers say: Quality work

"Leisha and here team seamlessly managed the project from start to end, working with a number of local providers (irrigation, fence installation, tree work, seeding) in addition to their own crew. The results have been fabulous - Leisha set a vision that met our needs and presented multiple options and approaches to accommodate budget. She is detailed oriented and keeps the homeowner's preferences top of mind."
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+11

Recommended by88%of homeowners
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D Zacarias Landscape & Masonry
4.5(
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Serving Auburndale, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2017

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"The owner is very up front and honest. The crew is hard working. They show up whenever they say they will. Our input is welcome."
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+8

Response time3 days
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Shambach Contrivers
4.2(
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Serving Auburndale, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They did a great job of fence removal/replacement and sprinkler system/sod installation. They showed up with a small 'platoon' of workers and got the job done quickly."
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Response time1 day
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Roberto's Affordable Landscaping
4.0(
813
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Serving Auburndale, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Roberto and his team were great. We hired them to install Sod on our property. We got a fair proposal quickly and they were able to complete the work in record time. The work is great and the neighbors said we must have hired great landscapers because it looks awesome."
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Response time2 days
Response rate100%
14 neighbors recently requested a quote
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FAQs for sod installation projects in Auburndale, 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.

The Auburndale, MA homeowners’ guide to sod installations

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