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The Sod Man
4.8(
186
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Serving Cary, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Fast, affordable, friendly, and quality are just some of the words I’d use to describe my experience with The Sod Man. Within a week of requesting an initial quote, the sod was installed - before anyone else even got back to me. I would highly recommend!"
Loyalist Job
Dreaming
Base competed
Dream Come True
This could be on your yard ready to enjoy!!!!

+6

Response time1 day
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Sweetgrass Landscaping LLC
4.9(
56
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Serving Cary, NC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I've used the Sweetgrass team for a number of projects, from installing a patio and stone firepit, to regrading to deal with water issues, to installation of plants and shrub. Every project is done with care and attention to detail at an affordable price, on time. What more can you ask for? I will continue to work with them again and again and recommend them highly"
Holland guilford
Response time5 hrs
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by83%of homeowners
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Hutchins Landscape & Lawn Maintenance LLC
4.7(
130
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Serving Cary, NC and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I don't think I could ask for a better experience in having an irrigation system installed. The business is family-owned and run..... husband, wife, and 2 adult sons, plus their very polite, skilled, and efficient workers. Their pricing was also very fair. I'd give them an A+."
BEFORE: boring, small patio.
AFTER: larger, raised, rounded, beautiful patio.
BEFORE: boring, crowded, builder's special patio...
AFTER patio, seat wall, and retaining wall.
Fresh sod with newly landscaped natural area and pine straw.

+37

Response time1 day
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
Avatar for Americas Landscaping Services, LLC
Americas Landscaping Services, LLC
5.0(
25
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Serving Cary, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Adolfo and his team are great to work with! They do a very good job, are friendly, and make sure everything is clean at the end. I have hired them twice, once for a very small sod install and the other for a large terrace clean up with tree removal and moving another tree. Both times they were great!"
Response time10 hrs
Response rate89%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for Lemonade Landscaping
Lemonade Landscaping
5.0(
40
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Serving Cary, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"I was very happy with Alan and Lemonade Landscaping. Alan is a super sweet guy and did a great job of clearing my hillside of invasive shrubs and installing metal garden beds and a brick edging for my front path. He was very professional throughout the process, always coming when he said he would and making sure that I was satisfied with his work, all at a reasonable price. I will certainly call him again if and when I have a need."
From Rot to Rock: Custom Concrete Pavers Step Transformation
Before & after cleaning the pond
Retaining wall from back side
Driveway Defender: Retaining Wall Install
Courtyard grading and landscape

+159

Response time2 days
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Vert Life Landscaping, LLC
4.6(
29
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Serving Cary, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I hired Vert Life to clear out the overgrown courtyard behind my townhome. Brayan followed up quickly on my request for a quote. I needed the job done fast to accommodate other scheduled projects. He was able to get me on the schedule fairly quickly. The work was well done. I would highly recommend."
Response time3 hrs
Response rate98%
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Rivera Landscape, LLC
4.5(
88
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Serving Cary, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Quick, friendly, and responsive! I hired them for a last minute sod installation project and they were able to start and finish the same week and did an excellent job."
Response time7 hrs
Response rate93%
16 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Lindsay Lawn & Landscaping
Lindsay Lawn & Landscaping
4.9(
12
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Serving Cary, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Highly recommend. Reggie helped with a makeover of our entire yard including patio removal and replacement, installation of a retaining wall, sod, and revision of garden beds. He was totally committed to making sure we were happy with the results and worked really hard to accommodate every request. It turned out amazing and we’re so happy! We used to avoid our yard and now we try to enjoy it any day we can."
Patio Installation
Patio Installation
Patio Installation
Backyard Renovation
Retaining Wall

+15

4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by75%of homeowners
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FAQs for sod installation projects in Cary, NC

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 Cary, NC homeowners’ guide to sod installations

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