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Coastal Empire Roofing & Construction Co
3.1(
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Serving Day, FL and surrounding areas

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Once they started working on it, the work was great. What they did was good, but they forgot to put caulking on one of our skylights. They came back quickly to fix it. We put half the money down and then we didn’t hear anything for 4 months. I guess they were switching company owners, but since then it has been good."
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Recommended by80%of homeowners
Perry's Property Maintenance & Tree Co
5.0(
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Serving Day, FL and surrounding areas

In business since 1999

Free estimates

"We put an offer on our house 2 months ago. While waiting for closing we realized there was a dead pine on the property. Our real estate agent referred us to Perry's Tree Co and he came out and recommended the tree be cut as soon as possible. We had to wait until after the closing to have the service performed per the seller. In the meantime we had a second opinion about the tree and it was confirmed that the tree and 3 others needed to be removed. We called Ray the day after closing and he arrived the following day. His workers were courteous and friendly and explained what they were doing and answered all our questions. They worked very quickly despite the summer heat and humidity."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Back 40 Tractor Services
New to Angi

Serving Day, FL and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

At Back 40 Tractor Services, we pride ourselves on always living up to our promise of providing the highest quality, and affordable lawn care available. We accomplish this by ensuring that we understand the exact requirements of our clients, and then executing our high quality services with the utmost attention to detail. I'm insured up to $1,000,000.00

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FAQs for sod installation projects in Day, FL

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.

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