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Outdoorx, LLC

4.92(
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Outdoorx, LLC

4.92(
31
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
4 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Thank you for visiting OutdoorX, LLC. We are your locally owned and operated landscaping and hardscaping specialists based in Salem, MA. We service clients throughout Essex County and the surrounding areas. Contact us now for your free estimate--we look forward to working with you soon!

"I recently had the pleasure of working with Starling and his team at OutdoorX LLC, and I must say, they exceeded all my expectations! Despite facing a challenging project that others had shied away from, Starling's exceptional understanding of client needs, top-notch communication skills, punctuality, and positive attitude truly set him apart. From providing a fair quote to delivering outstanding results promptly, Starling's professionalism and dedication won not just my business but also my long-term trust. I highly recommend him to anyone seeking a landscaper who goes above and beyond. If you want exceptional service that will leave you as satisfied as I am, don't hesitate to reach out to Starling at OutdoorX LLC. You won't be disappointed! #Landscaping #ClientSatisfaction"

Sam H on August 2025

Thank you for visiting OutdoorX, LLC. We are your locally owned and operated landscaping and hardscaping specialists based in Salem, MA. We service clients throughout Essex County and the surrounding areas. Contact us now for your free estimate--we look forward to working with you soon!

"I recently had the pleasure of working with Starling and his team at OutdoorX LLC, and I must say, they exceeded all my expectations! Despite facing a challenging project that others had shied away from, Starling's exceptional understanding of client needs, top-notch communication skills, punctuality, and positive attitude truly set him apart. From providing a fair quote to delivering outstanding results promptly, Starling's professionalism and dedication won not just my business but also my long-term trust. I highly recommend him to anyone seeking a landscaper who goes above and beyond. If you want exceptional service that will leave you as satisfied as I am, don't hesitate to reach out to Starling at OutdoorX LLC. You won't be disappointed! #Landscaping #ClientSatisfaction"

Sam H on August 2025


Juarez Lawn Sprinkler- Landscaping

4.96(
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Juarez Lawn Sprinkler- Landscaping

4.96(
25
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Super Service Award
Customers say: Quick response
21 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Increase the value of your home with curb appeal! All of my experience comes at a reasonable price. When you want a job well done, call us! We will go the extra mile to make sure you're completely satisfied.

"They responded to our request swiftly and came the following day to remove all our leaves. It was a seamless experience and we would definitely use them again! Great communication as well. "

Jessica P on December 2025

Increase the value of your home with curb appeal! All of my experience comes at a reasonable price. When you want a job well done, call us! We will go the extra mile to make sure you're completely satisfied.

"They responded to our request swiftly and came the following day to remove all our leaves. It was a seamless experience and we would definitely use them again! Great communication as well. "

Jessica P on December 2025


"Worst experience working with a contractor we have ever had. Lack of communication was astounding. Reached out to start the project on our tiny front lawn in June/July. Didn't start planting until mid October. Was told there were 5 jobs in front of ours. Ignored photos of exactly what we wanted. Finish product is passable at best. Would not recommend."

Julie C on October 2023

The Narrow Lane Company is a full service landscape company dedicated to creating and maintaining beautiful outdoor spaces you'll absolutely love! All work is done in a timely, professional manner and 100% guaranteed.

"Worst experience working with a contractor we have ever had. Lack of communication was astounding. Reached out to start the project on our tiny front lawn in June/July. Didn't start planting until mid October. Was told there were 5 jobs in front of ours. Ignored photos of exactly what we wanted. Finish product is passable at best. Would not recommend."

Julie C on October 2023


"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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Compass Landscapes, Inc.

5.00(
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Compass Landscapes, Inc.

5.00(
14
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
9 years of experience

Compass Landscapes has been the leading company for landscape design and build. We specialize in quality and attention to detail while giving all inclusive design and installation experience to our clients. We specialize in landscape construction, masonry, irrigation, lighting and planting installations, however we do NOT provide maintenance and lawn mowing services. If you want great service for a great price, contact us today!

"II am so pleased with the work performed and so grateful for the wonderful customer service provided !'"

Suzanne S on July 2024

Compass Landscapes has been the leading company for landscape design and build. We specialize in quality and attention to detail while giving all inclusive design and installation experience to our clients. We specialize in landscape construction, masonry, irrigation, lighting and planting installations, however we do NOT provide maintenance and lawn mowing services. If you want great service for a great price, contact us today!

"II am so pleased with the work performed and so grateful for the wonderful customer service provided !'"

Suzanne S on July 2024


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GARDENS BY THE YARD

4.79(
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GARDENS BY THE YARD

4.79(
123
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Customers say: Quality work
22 years of experience

ONLY 13-time Super Service Award Winner in Massachusetts Landscape Industry. Mid-sized landscape design & build. Lawn replacement strategies. Activity and gathering areas, home entries, glorious beds. Exceptional horticulture and site engineering. Owner, Leisha Johnson is an accomplished landscape designer, with hundreds of installed designs. A talented horticulturist and Certified Master Gardener, she holds a Masters' degree in Engineering and has extensive large-scale project management experience. Leisha and her team work to stay current on industry technology, environmental, plant and materials advances. The staff which includes horticulturalists and certified horticulturalists enjoy bringing natural beauty to our clients. Many projects are employing turf alternatives, pollinator gardens, and naturalistic landscapes. The owner holds a Construction Supervisor License (CSL) and pulls permits for projects when needed. We always enjoy a challenge.

"I wanted to create a more inviting backyard but wasn’t able to do it on my own. Leisha understood what I was looking for and created an outdoor space that was better than I could even imagine. My patio is now surrounded by a gorgeous perennial garden, lattice and thuja combined provide a buffer from our busy street, and new hardscape has been added to move the grill out of the traffic area. Leisha had so many wonderful ideas that we ended up implementing. The people who worked on our yard were meticulous and hard working save for one subcontractor. Leisha let him go and made up for his errors out of her own pocket. We couldn’t be happier with our new outdoor space."

Susan B on October 2025

ONLY 13-time Super Service Award Winner in Massachusetts Landscape Industry. Mid-sized landscape design & build. Lawn replacement strategies. Activity and gathering areas, home entries, glorious beds. Exceptional horticulture and site engineering. Owner, Leisha Johnson is an accomplished landscape designer, with hundreds of installed designs. A talented horticulturist and Certified Master Gardener, she holds a Masters' degree in Engineering and has extensive large-scale project management experience. Leisha and her team work to stay current on industry technology, environmental, plant and materials advances. The staff which includes horticulturalists and certified horticulturalists enjoy bringing natural beauty to our clients. Many projects are employing turf alternatives, pollinator gardens, and naturalistic landscapes. The owner holds a Construction Supervisor License (CSL) and pulls permits for projects when needed. We always enjoy a challenge.

"I wanted to create a more inviting backyard but wasn’t able to do it on my own. Leisha understood what I was looking for and created an outdoor space that was better than I could even imagine. My patio is now surrounded by a gorgeous perennial garden, lattice and thuja combined provide a buffer from our busy street, and new hardscape has been added to move the grill out of the traffic area. Leisha had so many wonderful ideas that we ended up implementing. The people who worked on our yard were meticulous and hard working save for one subcontractor. Leisha let him go and made up for his errors out of her own pocket. We couldn’t be happier with our new outdoor space."

Susan B on October 2025


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Amazing Garden & Construction, Inc.

4.81(
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Amazing Garden & Construction, Inc.

4.81(
76
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 96% of Angi customers
Recommended by 96% of HomeAdvisor customers
9 years of experience

Amazing Garden & Construction is the premiere company in Eastern Massachusetts. Our mission is to provide and execute custom landscape designs that reflect your unique vision. From outdoor patios, stone walls and fences to snow removal, sod installation, and irrigation solutions, we make sure that the final results are not only exceptional but are also affordable and easily maintained. Our 3-D renditions allow opportunities for your feedback and our adjustments. By focusing on high-quality deliverables and excellent customer service, we are steadfastly committed to building relationships that stand the test of time!

"Great company. Professional, quick, considerate, can't say enough good thing about them."

Nancy S on July 2023

Amazing Garden & Construction is the premiere company in Eastern Massachusetts. Our mission is to provide and execute custom landscape designs that reflect your unique vision. From outdoor patios, stone walls and fences to snow removal, sod installation, and irrigation solutions, we make sure that the final results are not only exceptional but are also affordable and easily maintained. Our 3-D renditions allow opportunities for your feedback and our adjustments. By focusing on high-quality deliverables and excellent customer service, we are steadfastly committed to building relationships that stand the test of time!

"Great company. Professional, quick, considerate, can't say enough good thing about them."

Nancy S on July 2023


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John's Landscape Services Inc

4.41(
123
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John's Landscape Services Inc

4.41(
123
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
40 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

For 30 years, John’s Landscape Service Inc. has been a landscape contractor providing highly recommended, reliable and reasonable landscape services to the Greater Boston, Metro North and Metro West areas including areas such as Boston, Arlington, Newton, and Cambridge. We are proud of our reputation and we would love to work with you this season. No project is too big or too small. We know that we can provide you with the highest level of satisfaction in our work and help to make your outdoor dreams a reality. Additional email - johnslandscape@hotmail.com.

"The quality of the work was excellent. The team from JLS was very friendly and easy to work with. Someone came by every day to check on the work and to see if I had any problems or question The work site was cleaned up every night. My overall experience with JLS was excellent and I would recommend them."

Eugene B on July 2019

For 30 years, John’s Landscape Service Inc. has been a landscape contractor providing highly recommended, reliable and reasonable landscape services to the Greater Boston, Metro North and Metro West areas including areas such as Boston, Arlington, Newton, and Cambridge. We are proud of our reputation and we would love to work with you this season. No project is too big or too small. We know that we can provide you with the highest level of satisfaction in our work and help to make your outdoor dreams a reality. Additional email - johnslandscape@hotmail.com.

"The quality of the work was excellent. The team from JLS was very friendly and easy to work with. Someone came by every day to check on the work and to see if I had any problems or question The work site was cleaned up every night. My overall experience with JLS was excellent and I would recommend them."

Eugene B on July 2019


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Sarceno Rivera Company

4.75(
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Sarceno Rivera Company

4.75(
19
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Customers say: Quick response
9 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We are an ethical, honest and professional company. We are easy to communicate with. Always working with you until the job is done right and to your expect integrity, prompt service and superior customer service. Always leaving the job site clean . We take pride in our services and enjoy making clients repeat clients. You can count on us to get the job done right the first time. We will meet with you at your convenience and will not keep you waiting. Call us today for your free estimate. You'll be pleased you did. Thank you!

"Prompt and knowledgeable.."

Barbara B on August 2023

We are an ethical, honest and professional company. We are easy to communicate with. Always working with you until the job is done right and to your expect integrity, prompt service and superior customer service. Always leaving the job site clean . We take pride in our services and enjoy making clients repeat clients. You can count on us to get the job done right the first time. We will meet with you at your convenience and will not keep you waiting. Call us today for your free estimate. You'll be pleased you did. Thank you!

"Prompt and knowledgeable.."

Barbara B on August 2023


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Roberto's Affordable Landscaping

4.31(
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Roberto's Affordable Landscaping

4.31(
669
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
19 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Roberto Affordable Landscaping proudly serves Waltham, MA. Are you tired of spending time and money trying to keep your grass green to no avail? Let us give it a try! We specialize in providing quality, beautiful landscapes for your home or business. In every job, we strive for 100% customer satisfaction. Our staff will take the time to listen to you and then create a landscape that is designed to meet your individual needs and desires. Meeting and exceeding customer expectations is how “Roberto Affordable Landscaping” has grown to one of the region’s most respected landscaping service firms. Our focus on customer service gives you confidence that your property will be designed, installed, and maintained to industry standards and beyond. With 12 years of experience we know how to get it done right. Please Email or Text us today to schedule an appointment!

"Jose came to my house to give me a quote and was prompt, efficient and cordial. The team was here within a couple of hours and they were finished with good results."

Nancy G on December 2025

Roberto Affordable Landscaping proudly serves Waltham, MA. Are you tired of spending time and money trying to keep your grass green to no avail? Let us give it a try! We specialize in providing quality, beautiful landscapes for your home or business. In every job, we strive for 100% customer satisfaction. Our staff will take the time to listen to you and then create a landscape that is designed to meet your individual needs and desires. Meeting and exceeding customer expectations is how “Roberto Affordable Landscaping” has grown to one of the region’s most respected landscaping service firms. Our focus on customer service gives you confidence that your property will be designed, installed, and maintained to industry standards and beyond. With 12 years of experience we know how to get it done right. Please Email or Text us today to schedule an appointment!

"Jose came to my house to give me a quote and was prompt, efficient and cordial. The team was here within a couple of hours and they were finished with good results."

Nancy G on December 2025

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FAQs for sod installation projects in Chestnut Hill, 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 Chestnut Hill, MA homeowners’ guide to sod installations

From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.

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