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Vcoelho General Services

309 Standpipe Drive
4.75(
53
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Vcoelho General Services

309 Standpipe Drive
4.75(
53
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 92% of Angi customers
Recommended by 92% of HomeAdvisor customers
41 local quotes requested

At Vcoelho General Services, we take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service that we provide to meet the consumers 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 in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large or small the job!

"Excellent job. Very professional. Would hire again."

Donna S on August 2025

At Vcoelho General Services, we take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service that we provide to meet the consumers 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 in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large or small the job!

"Excellent job. Very professional. Would hire again."

Donna S on August 2025


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James General Landscape & Masonry, Inc.

7000 Homestead Blvd Unit 112
5.00(
5
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James General Landscape & Masonry, Inc.

7000 Homestead Blvd Unit 112
5.00(
5
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
6 years of experience

James General Landscape & Masonry, Inc. is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"Great experience! Prompt, responsive and good value."

Jonathan S on January 2023

James General Landscape & Masonry, Inc. is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"Great experience! Prompt, responsive and good value."

Jonathan S on January 2023


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Apple Tree Services

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Apple Tree Services

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28 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business! Book with us online or feel free to give us a call today!

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business! Book with us online or feel free to give us a call today!


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AML Landscaping

40 Sheridan St
4.83(
47
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AML Landscaping

40 Sheridan St
4.83(
47
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Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 93% of Angi customers
Recommended by 93% of HomeAdvisor customers
11 local quotes requested

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 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 in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

"Excellent work! Reasonable price, on time, professional, friendly. Aurelio and team did a great job. We already have discussed future projects and have recommended them to our neighbor. "

Kimberley B on March 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 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 in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

"Excellent work! Reasonable price, on time, professional, friendly. Aurelio and team did a great job. We already have discussed future projects and have recommended them to our neighbor. "

Kimberley B on March 2025


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Junior's Landscaping

96 Winter Street
4.76(
23
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Junior's Landscaping

96 Winter Street
4.76(
23
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Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: True professional
21 local quotes requested
7 years of experience

Welcome to Junior Landscaping! We are excited to exceed your expectations. As experts, we will handle your needs with the high-quality expertise that your home deserves. We offer competitive prices and customer satisfaction is our number one priority. Call us now!

"They did a beautiful job with a lawn that looked more like a jungle! Friendly, honest and reasonably priced. Thanks 😊 "

DIANA F on August 2025

Welcome to Junior Landscaping! We are excited to exceed your expectations. As experts, we will handle your needs with the high-quality expertise that your home deserves. We offer competitive prices and customer satisfaction is our number one priority. Call us now!

"They did a beautiful job with a lawn that looked more like a jungle! Friendly, honest and reasonably priced. Thanks 😊 "

DIANA F on August 2025


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Romeros Landscaping

22 Hollingsworth St
4.72(
65
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Romeros Landscaping

22 Hollingsworth St
4.72(
65
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Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 92% of Angi customers
Recommended by 92% of HomeAdvisor customers
7 years of experience

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business.

"Roberto was really efficient, very pleasant , he came out when he said he would , I had already scheduled a contractor for today Thursday , made time and no show , no text no call I chased them and they gave me a barrage of excuses as to why . Roberto was on the ball , communication was great very professional. I had my tree limbs ( which were very high) trimmed right back these were over my deck , trees on the side of the house which were pretty high . The dogwood tree cut right back , the hedge really trimmed back and the cherry tree at the front of the house paired back . They were here for nearly 7 hours . The price was the best I had out of 4 quotes , he was also the most credible and pleasant . I’m a single woman and had no worries what so ever , he constantly checked in to make sure we were on track . The clean up and the removal was perfect . I gave a 5 star because they were the best service provider that I’ve had in a long time . They deserve their success . . I could no"

Jacqueline E on August 2025

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business.

"Roberto was really efficient, very pleasant , he came out when he said he would , I had already scheduled a contractor for today Thursday , made time and no show , no text no call I chased them and they gave me a barrage of excuses as to why . Roberto was on the ball , communication was great very professional. I had my tree limbs ( which were very high) trimmed right back these were over my deck , trees on the side of the house which were pretty high . The dogwood tree cut right back , the hedge really trimmed back and the cherry tree at the front of the house paired back . They were here for nearly 7 hours . The price was the best I had out of 4 quotes , he was also the most credible and pleasant . I’m a single woman and had no worries what so ever , he constantly checked in to make sure we were on track . The clean up and the removal was perfect . I gave a 5 star because they were the best service provider that I’ve had in a long time . They deserve their success . . I could no"

Jacqueline E on August 2025


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Stone and Garden Solutions INC

9 Crescent Street
4.95(
30
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Stone and Garden Solutions INC

9 Crescent Street
4.95(
30
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 96% of Angi customers
Recommended by 96% of HomeAdvisor customers
15 local quotes requested

Stone and Garden Solutions is a family owned business. We specialize in all concrete and masonry work for both residential and commercial clients. We pride ourselves on our excellent customer service and attention to detail. Call us today for a free estimate!

"Responded quickly, arrived on time, was very pleasant and work amazing."

Mary O on June 2025

Stone and Garden Solutions is a family owned business. We specialize in all concrete and masonry work for both residential and commercial clients. We pride ourselves on our excellent customer service and attention to detail. Call us today for a free estimate!

"Responded quickly, arrived on time, was very pleasant and work amazing."

Mary O on June 2025


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M.A.C.H. Masonry & Landscaping, Inc

156 Goodale
5.00(
22
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M.A.C.H. Masonry & Landscaping, Inc

156 Goodale
5.00(
22
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
30 local quotes requested

Homeowners and business owners rely on MACH for High Quality Masonry, Hardscaping and Landscaping Services, all aspects of creating a beautiful outdoor: patios, pavers, retaining walls, walkways, as well as lawn maintenance all year around.

"Mario and his crew did an incredible job on our very large project, encompassing a back patio, stairs down to stone walkway on side with retaining wall, and a total redo of front stairs, walkway and front porch. Mario and his crew are very skilled, professional, hard working, and timely. They always solicited input, were open to making adjustments to plan along the way, and when solicited for design advise offered up a wealth of knowledge! He also moved two 23 year old trees. Recommend highly!!"

Melinda H on October 2023

Homeowners and business owners rely on MACH for High Quality Masonry, Hardscaping and Landscaping Services, all aspects of creating a beautiful outdoor: patios, pavers, retaining walls, walkways, as well as lawn maintenance all year around.

"Mario and his crew did an incredible job on our very large project, encompassing a back patio, stairs down to stone walkway on side with retaining wall, and a total redo of front stairs, walkway and front porch. Mario and his crew are very skilled, professional, hard working, and timely. They always solicited input, were open to making adjustments to plan along the way, and when solicited for design advise offered up a wealth of knowledge! He also moved two 23 year old trees. Recommend highly!!"

Melinda H on October 2023


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Campos Pro Services Lawncare and Landscaping

5 River Avenue, Unit 5
4.61(
38
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Campos Pro Services Lawncare and Landscaping

5 River Avenue, Unit 5
4.61(
38
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
13 local quotes requested
7 years of experience

I am a professional business owner who values honesty and integrity and treats your property as if it were my own. I offer a variety of lawn care services that are customizable to each individual project. I pride myself on the quality of my work as well as my commitment to outstanding results. I look forward to building lasting relationships with my clients and guarantee your satisfaction!

"Thorougly done. Very professional . Timely. The design was exactly what we wanted. Job completed 8/13/2025."

Ruth C on August 2025

I am a professional business owner who values honesty and integrity and treats your property as if it were my own. I offer a variety of lawn care services that are customizable to each individual project. I pride myself on the quality of my work as well as my commitment to outstanding results. I look forward to building lasting relationships with my clients and guarantee your satisfaction!

"Thorougly done. Very professional . Timely. The design was exactly what we wanted. Job completed 8/13/2025."

Ruth C on August 2025


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Edgar Landscaping and Construction

11 Elmwood Avenue
4.79(
90
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Edgar Landscaping and Construction

11 Elmwood Avenue
4.79(
90
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 93% of Angi customers
Recommended by 93% of HomeAdvisor customers
7 years of experience

At Edgar Landscaping and Construction, we pride ourselves on providing quality service that customers can believe in. Whether it is landscaping, lawn care or interior service, we can take care of all of your landscaping and construction needs. Ask us about our weekly service.

"Edgar and his crew did a really nice job with our fence at a really good price compared to other options."

Peter R on July 2025

At Edgar Landscaping and Construction, we pride ourselves on providing quality service that customers can believe in. Whether it is landscaping, lawn care or interior service, we can take care of all of your landscaping and construction needs. Ask us about our weekly service.

"Edgar and his crew did a really nice job with our fence at a really good price compared to other options."

Peter R on July 2025

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FAQs for sod installation projects in Cambridge, 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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