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Juan Landscaping
4.7(
63
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Serving Columbus, OH and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Juan and his team did an excellent job on our landscaping. He was able to helped me figure out my restainig wall design (he provided me several options to choose from), removed all the old landscaping (bushes and plants), trimmed one of our trees, put in the new retaining wall and added a few low maintenance plants (which is what I requested) and added some volcanic rock (for low maintenance). We are extremely happy with the end result. It was worth every penny."
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+91

Response time1 day
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Landscapes By Terra, Inc
4.3(
777
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Serving Columbus, OH and surrounding areas

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In business since 1992

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Landscapes by Terra did a great job with our patio beginning with the design all the way through installation. They completed the project in less time than they thought it would take. The crew was there promptly every day and kept us informed of the process. They cleaned up each day before leaving and made sure everything was done as promised. You could tell that they took pride in their work which shows in the finished product. We were very happy with how everything turned out."
Full view of the backyard
Luminous Lighting and Fire Feature
Front yard sidewalk entrance
View from the highest vantage point. This encompasses the full scale of the project that was completed in this backyard.
 The patio space was completed using Sandstone Banas Stones pavers.

+105

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Miller Landscapes of Westerville, LLC
4.6(
62
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Serving Columbus, OH and surrounding areas

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In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I had contacted Ron at the end of March to come out and re-design my front yard landscaping.  He contacted me right away and was punctual for our appointment.  At that point I was unsure of whether I just wanted a design or if I would have them do the work as well, so I asked for a quote on the work too.  He originally told me about 2 weeks for a design and then probably another 2 weeks to have them perform the work.  
He got back with me about 3 weeks later and set up a time to come out to go over the design with us.  He was punctual for that meeting as well.  He went over the design with my husband and I, then that evening I e-mailed him to let him know a few changes we would like to make to bring the cost into the range of what we had budgeted for the project.  There were then a few e-mail exchanges confirming the changes which each took a few days to get a response (I felt that the communication process was a little slow--I was trying to be patient due to it being a busy time of year for him).  We finally confirmed and he gave me a date for installation (projected to be 5/29 depending on weather, etc.).  I was doing the demo of our old landscaping so having a date to have it done by was important to me.
Ron called me on the morning of May 25th to let me know they would be out that day to install the new landscaping (fortunately I was done with the demo--so I was glad to have them come out sooner than expected).
He came out himself to deliver the plants and place them according to the plan, and introduced me to his crew who would be doing the work (he left after placing the plants in their buckets where he wanted them planted).  They got to work and I checked on them every so often but did not stay and "supervise" them.  At one point, before they had some of the shrubs in the ground, I wasn't happy with the placement and asked if we could move a few of them slightly to be what I considered more symmetrical and better spaced.  They were very agreeable and we moved a few of them and I told them I would like the boxwoods evenly spaced, etc. which I thought would be common sense and part of their job.  I had to leave for several hours and when I returned, they had finished and left.  Two of the boxwoods were not evenly spaced (so I guess the guys installing them hadn't really looked at their final work) and I considered calling Ron to have him take care of it, but with the slow response times in the past, I just thought it would be easier/faster to move the bushes myself and not bother him--which is what I did (each needed to be moved a foot or so).  I also wasn't thrilled with the way they edged on the side of my house--it isn't straight and doesn't meet up with the edge of the bed coming around from the back side of the house.
Since the install I have not received any word from Ron (besides the invoice).  I expected he might have come back to check the work, or ask if we were satisfied or thank us for our business or something.  I am not dissatisfied with the work necessarily, but I think the communication could be better and after spending close to $2000, I would have liked some follow-up.  It also would be nice to know how I should be caring for my new plants. "
Stone Step Staircase
Patio, Landscape, and Firepit Install
Patio and Softscape Install
Built-In Grill
Patio, Stone Steps, Built-In Lighting

+8

Response time3 days
Response rate92%
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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MJS Outdoors
5.0(
10
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Serving Columbus, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"They made my ugly duckling yard into a beautiful swan. They worked hard getting out rocks and dead plants. They came up with a beautiful arrangement of perennials. They did everything with excellence. They put concrete under the border wall. They broke up an old concrete patio and repoured it correctly with good stones and rebar. It all looks so beautiful and was done with integrity. They were very polite."
Unilock Pavers with a boarder
Natural Flagstone Outdoor Space
Unilock Concrete Pavers
Natural Flagstone Outdoor Space
Pergola designed and built by MJS OUTDOORS

+18

Response time2 days
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by33%of homeowners
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Brothers Irrigation and Lighting
5.0(
6
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Serving Columbus, OH and surrounding areas

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In business since 2007

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Miguel met with me to review my sprinkler needs and make suggestions. I just had a pool installed and need part of my sprinkler system redone. He was clearly knowledgeable, courteous, and punctual."
Response time3 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Mr. Rodriguez Lawn Care Services LLC
4.5(
15
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Serving Columbus, OH and surrounding areas

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In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"It was a clean and great service. I had Mr Rodriguez redesign the front of my house with a small fountain which he installed perfectly and rearranged my rocks, removed the bad weeds, replant and plant new plants. He also put mulch. And lastly he put my night lights. Very good and beautiful work. I highly recommend him. Thank you once again."
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+95

Response time2 days
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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Peabody Landscape Group
3.3(
44
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Serving Columbus, OH and surrounding areas

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In business since 1982

Warranties offered

Credit card accepted

"We went to Peabody's annual fall tree sale. We found the size of tree that we liked which narrowed our search to only those trees. Then Mr. Peabody showed us a tree that they had for awhile in above ground inventory. It was mildly damaged, but the tree would out grow it. He offered us a discount and to take care of the damage (i.e. removed a broken limb). The discounted purchase price included planting and staking and carried a 1 year warranty.
Due to weather conditions this past winter, Peobody was finally able to plant the tree this spring. We now enjoy a 20' tall tree in our front yard again. This replaces a mature tree that was blown down 2 summers ago. The tree is surviving this summer heat and didn't even show any shock as plants typically do when transplanted.
We were very pleased with the service, the tree, and the folks we dealt with.
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Blacklick Elegance: Luxury on the Fairway
Victorian Village Garden Renovation
Blue Stone Charm
Blacklick Elegance: Luxury on the Fairway
Victorian Village Garden Renovation

+21

3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by60%of homeowners
Worthwile Mowing
4.9(
37
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Serving Columbus, OH and surrounding areas

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Andrew and team did a wonderful job. They took the time to make sure the mulch is laid evenly and the lines flow nicely around the beds. Our yard has never looked better and we got a lot of compliments from our neighbors too. Andrew is a super nice guy and a pleasure to work with. We are super happy with their work and will definitely use them again."
Recommended by97%of homeowners
HOLEY GROUNDS AERATING & FERTILIZING SERVICES
4.6(
116
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Serving Columbus, OH and surrounding areas

In business since 2006

Free estimates

"Danny called me the day I purchased this service and said that since the ground was so hard from lack of water and he would be over as soon as we got rain. Yesterday we got rain. Danny called me and said he would be over tomorrow to aerate. Danny arrived around Noon and aerated the yard which took about an hour or longer. After he finished he ran the blower over the driveway where dirt from the machine had fallen. He did a great job and I would like to hire him again next year!"
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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FAQs for sod installation projects in Columbus, OH

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 Columbus, OH homeowners’ guide to sod installations

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