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Avatar for Green Neighbor Landscaping, LLC

Green Neighbor Landscaping, LLC

4.92(
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Green Neighbor Landscaping, LLC

4.92(
13
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Customers say: Quick response
26 local quotes requested
2 years of experience

We use our experience, expertise, workmanship, and customer service to meet our customers needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction, from the start to the 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.

"We are very happy with our experience- Matt and his team were very efficient and also very nice. "

Virginia G on October 2025

We use our experience, expertise, workmanship, and customer service to meet our customers needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction, from the start to the 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.

"We are very happy with our experience- Matt and his team were very efficient and also very nice. "

Virginia G on October 2025


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Masonry Stonework

5.00(
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Masonry Stonework

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

We are a locally owned and operated company with over 22 years of industry experience. We value honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. We offer a variety of Home Improvement services that are customizable to each individual project. We specialize in handyman/carpentry work and a variety of related service and repair projects. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction!

"Great service and good work!"

Franklin F on February 2023

We are a locally owned and operated company with over 22 years of industry experience. We value honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. We offer a variety of Home Improvement services that are customizable to each individual project. We specialize in handyman/carpentry work and a variety of related service and repair projects. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction!

"Great service and good work!"

Franklin F on February 2023


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Alves Construction

4.98(
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Alves Construction

4.98(
22
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
48 local quotes requested

Alves Construction is family owned and operated company. Alves Construction first started as a lawn care company from the trunk of a Toyota Echo with a push mower and leaf blower, doing lawn maitenance around local neighborhoods. Gradually over the years the company moved away from maintenance and started doing masonry work, with masons now working in the company with over 20 years of experience we have qualified professional masons and landscapers to transform your dream yard into a reality. Alves Construction primarily specializes in masonry work (Stone, Brick, Concrete). We promise you first class service, quality, care and attention to all our clients. Communication and customer satisfaction is our number one priority. We stand behind all our work and do whatever it takes to keep our clients happy and coming back year after year. Repeat customers are what makes a business strive to the top. We are never more than a phone call, text message or email away!

"This pro is very professional and knowledgeable"

Tejas T on January 2025

Alves Construction is family owned and operated company. Alves Construction first started as a lawn care company from the trunk of a Toyota Echo with a push mower and leaf blower, doing lawn maitenance around local neighborhoods. Gradually over the years the company moved away from maintenance and started doing masonry work, with masons now working in the company with over 20 years of experience we have qualified professional masons and landscapers to transform your dream yard into a reality. Alves Construction primarily specializes in masonry work (Stone, Brick, Concrete). We promise you first class service, quality, care and attention to all our clients. Communication and customer satisfaction is our number one priority. We stand behind all our work and do whatever it takes to keep our clients happy and coming back year after year. Repeat customers are what makes a business strive to the top. We are never more than a phone call, text message or email away!

"This pro is very professional and knowledgeable"

Tejas T on January 2025


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Emerald Landscaping Corporation

4.23(
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Emerald Landscaping Corporation

4.23(
117
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Customers say: Quality work
16 local quotes requested
27 years of experience

Emerald Landscaping Corporation will always go the extra mile for their customers and makes sure to do the job the right way the first time around. Please call us today! *** Attention customer: Please be advised we do not provide one time mowing service visits***

"The office staff was communicative about scheduling and planned work. Excellent work!"

Jackie S on December 2023

Emerald Landscaping Corporation will always go the extra mile for their customers and makes sure to do the job the right way the first time around. Please call us today! *** Attention customer: Please be advised we do not provide one time mowing service visits***

"The office staff was communicative about scheduling and planned work. Excellent work!"

Jackie S on December 2023


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Wayside Landscaping, LLC

4.64(
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Wayside Landscaping, LLC

4.64(
39
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Customers say: True professional
31 local quotes requested
15 years of experience

Wayside Landscaping, LLC 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. We are Licensed, Insured, and Bonded. MHIC#119101

"Will never use this company again"

ryan w on January 2025

Wayside Landscaping, LLC 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. We are Licensed, Insured, and Bonded. MHIC#119101

"Will never use this company again"

ryan w on January 2025


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Edward’s Lawn & Landscaping

4.63(
217
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Edward’s Lawn & Landscaping

4.63(
217
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Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 90% of Angi customers
Recommended by 90% of HomeAdvisor customers
180 local quotes requested

Founded in 2007, Edward's Lawn & Landscaping has been in business for 17+ years serving residential and commercial clients throughout the majority of the Central Maryland market. We specialize in lawn care, full service landscape maintenance, landscape installations and outdoor living spaces. Click or call today to receive a FREE estimate, or to setup a no obligation onsite appointment with one of our landscape professionals!

"Yes, job was done well."

Stacy or Jason S on April 2025

Founded in 2007, Edward's Lawn & Landscaping has been in business for 17+ years serving residential and commercial clients throughout the majority of the Central Maryland market. We specialize in lawn care, full service landscape maintenance, landscape installations and outdoor living spaces. Click or call today to receive a FREE estimate, or to setup a no obligation onsite appointment with one of our landscape professionals!

"Yes, job was done well."

Stacy or Jason S on April 2025


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MC Landscaping LLC, Stone Work & Tree Service

4.93(
29
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MC Landscaping LLC, Stone Work & Tree Service

4.93(
29
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Super Service Award
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 96% of Angi customers
Recommended by 96% of HomeAdvisor customers
51 local quotes requested

We specialize in construction of: Deck, Fences, Bathroom, Basement, Floors, stone work and Complete Landscaping We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out all the services we offer below and call -or- click to schedule a free estimate today!

"Team did a great job. Work was scheduled quickly and done professionally."

Jordan T on July 2025

We specialize in construction of: Deck, Fences, Bathroom, Basement, Floors, stone work and Complete Landscaping We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out all the services we offer below and call -or- click to schedule a free estimate today!

"Team did a great job. Work was scheduled quickly and done professionally."

Jordan T on July 2025


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Calcano Landscaping Service LLC

5.00(
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Calcano Landscaping Service LLC

5.00(
2
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Customers say: Quick response
48 local quotes requested
Free onsite estimate

We are a multi-functional landscaping company and offer the below services. Please feel free to contact us today! Yard Maintenance Landscaping Landscape Architectural Designs Trash, Tree, Leaf & Snow Removal Tree Services Handyman

"My experience was amazing. We just moving into our new house and were in desperate need of work to be done. And Calcaño Landscape came to the rescue. The owner Rafael is amazing at his craft. Will continue to call them for work needed. Thank you."

Drema R on February 2024

We are a multi-functional landscaping company and offer the below services. Please feel free to contact us today! Yard Maintenance Landscaping Landscape Architectural Designs Trash, Tree, Leaf & Snow Removal Tree Services Handyman

"My experience was amazing. We just moving into our new house and were in desperate need of work to be done. And Calcaño Landscape came to the rescue. The owner Rafael is amazing at his craft. Will continue to call them for work needed. Thank you."

Drema R on February 2024


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BR Design/Build, LLC

4.82(
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BR Design/Build, LLC

4.82(
115
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Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 98% of Angi customers
Recommended by 98% of HomeAdvisor customers
29 years of experience

Welcome to BR Design Build! We are a custom design build company offering everything from luxury pool design and construction, hardscape design, luxury landscape design and architecture services. We handle everything to give our clients a resort style backyard to relax comfortably in. We do all kinds of projects from big to small and simple to complex. Call BR Design Build today to schedule an appointment for your next backyard design!

"The entire experience from start to finish was 10/10. Craig is extremely knowledgeable, professional and a pleasure to work with. He was patient with us as we decided the layout and features of the patio even coming out to the property multiple times. I will certainly be using BR Design/Build again."

Brittney D on March 2025

Welcome to BR Design Build! We are a custom design build company offering everything from luxury pool design and construction, hardscape design, luxury landscape design and architecture services. We handle everything to give our clients a resort style backyard to relax comfortably in. We do all kinds of projects from big to small and simple to complex. Call BR Design Build today to schedule an appointment for your next backyard design!

"The entire experience from start to finish was 10/10. Craig is extremely knowledgeable, professional and a pleasure to work with. He was patient with us as we decided the layout and features of the patio even coming out to the property multiple times. I will certainly be using BR Design/Build again."

Brittney D on March 2025


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East Coast Landscape Design

4.80(
123
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East Coast Landscape Design

4.80(
123
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 95% of Angi customers
Recommended by 95% of HomeAdvisor customers
201 local quotes requested

BEAUTIFUL OUTDOOR LIVING. East Coast creates inspiring landscapes, hardscapes and drainage solutions that bring beauty, new outdoor experiences and exceptional value to your life and home. SPECIALIZING IN: Patios, walkways, driveways, landscaping, fire pits, outdoor kitchens, retaining walls, outdoor lighting, drainage and erosion control (including eco-friendly permeable pavers). TRUSTED: Employees drug tested and background checked. License #42490. Insurance #Q89-0102236-M. ADDITIONAL EMAIL: mark@eclandscapedesign.com

"that Roberto and the crew did a great job on the retaining wall and driveway. The workmanship was excellent, and Roberto accommodated my every request for alterations in the design without question. In addition, his suggestions contributed to creating the finished product that I had envisioned."

Robert R on February 2025

BEAUTIFUL OUTDOOR LIVING. East Coast creates inspiring landscapes, hardscapes and drainage solutions that bring beauty, new outdoor experiences and exceptional value to your life and home. SPECIALIZING IN: Patios, walkways, driveways, landscaping, fire pits, outdoor kitchens, retaining walls, outdoor lighting, drainage and erosion control (including eco-friendly permeable pavers). TRUSTED: Employees drug tested and background checked. License #42490. Insurance #Q89-0102236-M. ADDITIONAL EMAIL: mark@eclandscapedesign.com

"that Roberto and the crew did a great job on the retaining wall and driveway. The workmanship was excellent, and Roberto accommodated my every request for alterations in the design without question. In addition, his suggestions contributed to creating the finished product that I had envisioned."

Robert R on February 2025

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FAQs for sod installation projects in Columbia, MD

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 Columbia, MD 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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