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Avatar for Green Landscaping Maintenance and Design LLC
Green Landscaping Maintenance and Design LLC
5.0(
94
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Sod - Install

Serving Columbia, SC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Project went smoothly & the new grass sod is beautifully lush. Scott & his crew worked very hard before the sod was installed to properly prepare the ground & then followed up after the sod was installed to check irrigation needs & monitor for possible weed growth. I am very pleased & plan to have Scott replace the front lawn with Zoysia sod next Spring."
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+38

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
19 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Zone 1 Sprinkler Repair & Installation
Zone 1 Sprinkler Repair & Installation
5.0(
13
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Sod - Install

Serving Columbia, SC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

We are a locally owned and operated company. We value honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. We offer a variety of home improvement services that are customized to each individual project. 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!

Response time1 day
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by84%of homeowners
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Tri-County Land Solutions
5.0(
13
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Sod - Install

Serving Columbia, SC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

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 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.

7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for LTD Landscaping, LLC
LTD Landscaping, LLC
4.6(
40
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Sod - Install

Serving Columbia, SC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"You can stop shopping for landscapers now because this guy is the end all in our opinion. Landscaping from A - Z ... vision creation, design, installation where no possible solution could have been foreseen on at least a 30 degree slope to a swampy pond. Jason does an INCREDIBLE JOB! You will NOT BE DISAPPOINTED! He is communicative, professional, visionary, and a problem solver who went above and beyond with his incredibly hard working team to produce a hardscape & landscape above & beyond our expectations. Reasonably priced, quality, DETAILED PRECISION work, you want this man and his team on your team!! We are still marveling at the transformation as we look at our beautiful yard day after day. He is still following up ensuring the sod is taking, fixing irrigation issues, and coming up with solutions for other projects. Happy to be a reference at any point. This company is about as low a 'risk' as you can take, and we have not had the pleasure of writing that about many contracting companies. Rob Richards & Mike O'Keefe Eagles Glen Subdivision of Blythewood"
Response time2 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by75%of homeowners
Avatar for Early Bird Lawn Construction
Early Bird Lawn Construction
4.6(
68
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Sod - Install

Serving Columbia, SC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We strongly believe in giving our absolute best in all of our projects no matter how big or small. We are experts in our trade and will always keep you educated on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

Response time6 hrs
Response rate100%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Chappells Nursery and  Maintenance
Chappells Nursery and Maintenance
4.4(
55
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Sod - Install

Serving Columbia, SC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Customers say: Quality work

"Did a great job on our landscapping project. Graded our yard, installed a dry creek, sprinklers and new sod to rescue our back yard after we installed a new pool. Worked quickly and efficiently."
Residential
Patio w swing
Finished
Lake House
Retaining Wall and Patio

+28

Response time2 days
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
Avatar for Javier Ramos Landscaping, LLC
Javier Ramos Landscaping, LLC
4.9(
8
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Sod - Install

Serving Columbia, SC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Havier and his crew did a remarkable job installing a new sprinkler system. They not only installed the system in one day but I has laid sod ahead of contacting Javier to put in the system. Javier said they would peel back the new sod and hand dig to install the system since the trencher would tear up the sod. Javier was correct everything went back the way it was to start with. You can not tell anything was dug up. Excellent job!!! I would highly recommend Javier Ramos Landscaping LLC for your landscaping needs. They really take pride in their work."
Response time7 hrs
Recommended by85%of homeowners
Premier Hauling & Land Services, LLC
5.0(
1
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Sod - Install

Serving Columbia, SC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

With over 18 years experience, Premier Hauling & Land Services, LLC offers quality services to clients at reasonable prices. Our courteous staff has the professional tools and experience necessary to help with all your needs. We specialize in minor grading and resloping, sod install, building site prep and clearing and interlocking paver install. Call today to get in touch to learn more about what we have to offer.

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Steezy Landscapes
5.0(
2
)
Sod - Install

Serving Columbia, SC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Brody laid and spread topsoil and placed new sod in our backyard. He is a excellent worker and does a great job. He is so easy to work with. He is friendly and expert in his knowledge. It was a pleasure working with Brody and I would highly recommend him to anyone wishing to work with a reputable company."
Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for Erosion Experts
Erosion Experts
5.0(
1
)
Sod - Install

Serving Columbia, SC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

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.

Blythwood
Blythwood
Irmo jobsite
Irmo jobsite
Irmo jobsite

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FAQs for sod installation projects in Columbia, SC

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, SC homeowners’ guide to sod installations

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