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Avatar for STREAMING VISIONS LLC Landscaping and sales
STREAMING VISIONS LLC Landscaping and sales
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Serving Cochiti Lake, NM and surrounding areas

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In business since 2005

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"This company is truly amazing, so professional and experience was so impressive. Loved having this company working on our yard. As the project continued as many many changes came about with the changes of our plans everything fell into place perfectly."
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Response time3 days
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
Avatar for SUMMERSWEET LANDSCAPES, LLC
SUMMERSWEET LANDSCAPES, LLC
4.7(
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Serving Cochiti Lake, NM and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1986

Customers say: True professional

"We recently moved to NM and the yard at our home was neglected for a few years. The backyard needed to be cleaned up (including removing a few bushes and an old clothesline), a new irrigation system installed, and beds prepared for a variety of plants I want to install. Eric and his crew from Summersweet were excellent! I interviewed several landscapers and only Eric listened to what I wanted, offered his expert advice (his knowledge was gained thru both formal education and practical experience), and delivered what we agreed to have done! The Summersweet crew was hardworking and professional - it helped that I speak some Spanish. Carmela pleasantly and professionally handles all the behind the scenes logistics. Everything was done professionally and on time."
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Response time1 day
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Empire Yard Maintenance
4.6(
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Serving Cochiti Lake, NM and surrounding areas

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"It wen well enough. Crew,came out n on Monday and cut out the sod. Nothing happened on Tuesday. Crew came in on Wednesday and finished up with the new red colored rock and barriers. Crew came back on Thursday and completed the drip lines and fixed the set of sprinkler heads that they missed n Wednesday. Finished product looks great and the crew used the good pieces of sod to repair the remaining back yard grassy area. I am considering this company for long term routine maintenance of my yard."
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Response time2 days
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Energized Electric LLC
4.7(
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Serving Cochiti Lake, NM and surrounding areas

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Technician Phillip was great. He was thorough, friendly, and when I expressed an interest in shadowing him through the process so I could learn what was in my own house, he was happy to have me follow him and he even explained each step of the process as he went. Everything checked out fine, except we needed two GFCI outlets installed in the kitchen, which Philip promptly took care of when he returned two days later. We even texted back-and-forth a few times to make sure that the outlet covers were the correct color."
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Recommended by97%of homeowners
D & R Services
4.6(
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Serving Cochiti Lake, NM and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Contractor keep appointment (even though there were 2 or 3 calls expressing confusion about time and day); installed the drywall and cleaned the area.   The drywall installation was not smooth and when textured looked amateurish at best.  Before I could paint I had to sand several areas and apply canned texture-not the most professional look but time was a factor.  the next time the wall is painted will require extensive prep work to make it look professional.
Good things: appointment keep; work was done as explained; no extra charges.
Not so good: Technician was not a drywall guy.
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Recommended by82%of homeowners
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Country Decks Unlimited HM
4.3(
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Serving Cochiti Lake, NM and surrounding areas

In business since 2002

Free estimates

"Called several Deck company's to power wash, fix all screws and paint our deck.
Country Decks Unlimited was quick to respond, quick to get me an estimate and did a great job.
I choose them over several others mainly because of there communication.
I hate when you contact a company and they get back to you 2,3 or several days later or not art all!
CDU called me with in a few hours, and emailed me an estimate by the end of the day!
They were flexible and fairly priced.
I will use them again!

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Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Blazin Barrows Inc.
4.9(
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Serving Cochiti Lake, NM and surrounding areas

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Hello from Blazin' Barrows! We are an all year round landscaping company. We have been working in the art of landscaping for 5 years, and enjoy it very much, so much, that we decided to go into business for ourselves. There is no job too big or too small. We specialize in gravel installation, but are not limited to just that art! Give us a call or email, today to schedule your free quote!

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FAQs for sod installation projects in Cochiti Lake, NM

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 Cochiti Lake, NM homeowners’ guide to sod installations

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