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Sod installers in Durham

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The Sod Man
410 Carbonton Road
4.83(
175
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Approved Pro
The Sod Man
410 Carbonton Road
4.83(
175
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Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 97% of Angi customers
Recommended by 97% of HomeAdvisor customers
16 local quotes requested

With over 15 years of experience in lawn maintenance and landscaping, The Sod Man provides quality work to home owners in Sanford and surrounding areas. For reliable, professional lawn maintenance service, give The Sod Man a call today. We look forward to working with you!

"Zenith zoysia sod. Well done."

Dan W on April 2025

With over 15 years of experience in lawn maintenance and landscaping, The Sod Man provides quality work to home owners in Sanford and surrounding areas. For reliable, professional lawn maintenance service, give The Sod Man a call today. We look forward to working with you!

"Zenith zoysia sod. Well done."

Dan W on April 2025


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Stilworks, LLC
P.O. Box 2044
5.00(
3
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Approved Pro
Stilworks, LLC
P.O. Box 2044
5.00(
3
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
16 years of experience

Stilworks LLC offers landscape installation and construction services including design, plant installation, hardscapes, custom fencing and decks. Owner, Braden Stilwagen, is talented at creative, large stonework installations and is a specialist in solving grading and drainage problems. We are a small, family owned business, are fully bonded and insured. Stilworks provides a craftsmanship guarantee and strive for complete customer satisfaction.

"They do great work and are great to work with."

Bob W on August 2016

Stilworks LLC offers landscape installation and construction services including design, plant installation, hardscapes, custom fencing and decks. Owner, Braden Stilwagen, is talented at creative, large stonework installations and is a specialist in solving grading and drainage problems. We are a small, family owned business, are fully bonded and insured. Stilworks provides a craftsmanship guarantee and strive for complete customer satisfaction.

"They do great work and are great to work with."

Bob W on August 2016


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Carolina Landscape & Designs
121 JENNY LYNN LN
5.00(
1
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Approved Pro
Carolina Landscape & Designs
121 JENNY LYNN LN
5.00(
1
)
Approved Pro
10 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We are new to Angi, but we are not new to landscaping. We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

"They did great job on tough terrain. They did the job like I wanted it done and were neat and cleaned up the work area before leaving,"

A.J. B on June 2025

We are new to Angi, but we are not new to landscaping. We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

"They did great job on tough terrain. They did the job like I wanted it done and were neat and cleaned up the work area before leaving,"

A.J. B on June 2025


Loredo's Landscape & Lawn Maintenance
8308 James Rest Home Road
4.68(
156
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Approved Pro
Loredo's Landscape & Lawn Maintenance
8308 James Rest Home Road
4.68(
156
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
21 years of experience

Laredo's Landscape & Lawn Maintenance is your professional choice for an affordable landscape installation. We do it right the first time and we specialize with homeowners who have their own ideas for the project. We also provide professional innovations to homeowners who just want a change. So for the professional choice that works on your time-schedule, choose Laredo's Landscape & Lawn Maintenance.

"They were honest and reputable, they missed a bush root they were supposed to dig up and came back and removed the roots. They cleaned up the area after their work was done and their final job looked beautiful. They trimmed up bushes and removed a lots bushes roots and all. I would highly recommend them and plan on using them again."

Gene L on July 2023

Laredo's Landscape & Lawn Maintenance is your professional choice for an affordable landscape installation. We do it right the first time and we specialize with homeowners who have their own ideas for the project. We also provide professional innovations to homeowners who just want a change. So for the professional choice that works on your time-schedule, choose Laredo's Landscape & Lawn Maintenance.

"They were honest and reputable, they missed a bush root they were supposed to dig up and came back and removed the roots. They cleaned up the area after their work was done and their final job looked beautiful. They trimmed up bushes and removed a lots bushes roots and all. I would highly recommend them and plan on using them again."

Gene L on July 2023


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Mendoza Hardscape
5.00(
7
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Approved Pro
Mendoza Hardscape
5.00(
7
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
420 local quotes requested

Our mission is to be a provider that brings back the personal touch with our customers. We will build a relationship that will last a lifetime after you see our quality work. As a locally owned and operated business we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. We won't leave until the job is done right! Call or click to schedule an estimate today!

"Mr. Montoya gave me a reasonable quote, and completed the job within three days. He and his men were hard work professionals. They did a great job and will hire again if needed."

Nora C on June 2025

Our mission is to be a provider that brings back the personal touch with our customers. We will build a relationship that will last a lifetime after you see our quality work. As a locally owned and operated business we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. We won't leave until the job is done right! Call or click to schedule an estimate today!

"Mr. Montoya gave me a reasonable quote, and completed the job within three days. He and his men were hard work professionals. They did a great job and will hire again if needed."

Nora C on June 2025


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Hutchins Landscape & Lawn Maintenance LLC
7515 Troon Ln
4.73(
125
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Approved Pro
Hutchins Landscape & Lawn Maintenance LLC
7515 Troon Ln
4.73(
125
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 91% of Angi customers
Recommended by 91% of HomeAdvisor customers
727 local quotes requested

We are proud to have served the Triangle for 25+ years. We offer reasonable prices, and phenomenal results. We know that details matter. We specialize in irrigation installation and repairs. We enjoy other services like maintenance, landscape lighting, hardscapes, and more!We can help you get the landscape and lawn you've always dreamed of!

"Jon and his crew did an excellent job with the irrigation system. They were professional, prompt, and thorough. Would highly recommend them for irrigation and lawn services."

Tim C on February 2025

We are proud to have served the Triangle for 25+ years. We offer reasonable prices, and phenomenal results. We know that details matter. We specialize in irrigation installation and repairs. We enjoy other services like maintenance, landscape lighting, hardscapes, and more!We can help you get the landscape and lawn you've always dreamed of!

"Jon and his crew did an excellent job with the irrigation system. They were professional, prompt, and thorough. Would highly recommend them for irrigation and lawn services."

Tim C on February 2025


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Landa's Landscaping LLC
623 East 5th Street
4.39(
18
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Approved Pro
Landa's Landscaping LLC
623 East 5th Street
4.39(
18
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Terrific value
609 local quotes requested
25 years of experience

25 years of experience tenderly caring for my customers and their yards. We don't have one size fits all, but customize just what you need, when you need it. We make it easy on our customers by providing complete lawn, garden and yard care services. We have built our business by referrals from satisfied customers like these:

"Great. It looks like i just moved in to a new home! Very pleasant to work with"

Robin W on March 2025

25 years of experience tenderly caring for my customers and their yards. We don't have one size fits all, but customize just what you need, when you need it. We make it easy on our customers by providing complete lawn, garden and yard care services. We have built our business by referrals from satisfied customers like these:

"Great. It looks like i just moved in to a new home! Very pleasant to work with"

Robin W on March 2025


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Swanson Landscapes
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5.00(
7
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Approved Pro
Swanson Landscapes
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5.00(
7
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
538 local quotes requested

Call today for any of your landscaping service needs. We pride ourselves on providing professional service at an affordable price. We look forward toward working with you soon.

"This was a huge job, and they got out there and HUSTLED. Overall I think they did a terrific job. There were some things I wished they hadn't done, but they were VERY minor, and like I said, it was a HUGE job. The acre lot was ALL WEEDS. Well, pretty much. They did GREAT! I will definitely be hiring them again."

Carol S on March 2021

Call today for any of your landscaping service needs. We pride ourselves on providing professional service at an affordable price. We look forward toward working with you soon.

"This was a huge job, and they got out there and HUSTLED. Overall I think they did a terrific job. There were some things I wished they hadn't done, but they were VERY minor, and like I said, it was a HUGE job. The acre lot was ALL WEEDS. Well, pretty much. They did GREAT! I will definitely be hiring them again."

Carol S on March 2021


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Stone and Lawn Care
145 Prestwood Ln
4.87(
45
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Approved Pro
Stone and Lawn Care
145 Prestwood Ln
4.87(
45
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 95% of Angi customers
Recommended by 95% of HomeAdvisor customers
350 local quotes requested

We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity, and treats your home as if it were our own. You will find us to be competitively priced, paying close attention to the details of each and every project that we are involved with. We look forward to building lasting relationships, and guarantee your satisfaction! We are here today to create a better place to make this world better, with God's Grace. Thankfully. Javier Cruz Owner Stone and Lawn Care NC LLC. 919-427-9359

"Javier was quick to respond and give me a quote. I was very pleased with how quickly they could start. Most importantly, they did an amazing job repairing our flagstone patio that was ripped up for a foundation project. It looks good as new and we are grateful for their expertise. Great communication, completed it efficiently, and cleaned up. Highly recommend this company and would use them again for future projects."

HEATHER M on March 2025

We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity, and treats your home as if it were our own. You will find us to be competitively priced, paying close attention to the details of each and every project that we are involved with. We look forward to building lasting relationships, and guarantee your satisfaction! We are here today to create a better place to make this world better, with God's Grace. Thankfully. Javier Cruz Owner Stone and Lawn Care NC LLC. 919-427-9359

"Javier was quick to respond and give me a quote. I was very pleased with how quickly they could start. Most importantly, they did an amazing job repairing our flagstone patio that was ripped up for a foundation project. It looks good as new and we are grateful for their expertise. Great communication, completed it efficiently, and cleaned up. Highly recommend this company and would use them again for future projects."

HEATHER M on March 2025


Harmony Restoration
4.83(
47
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Approved Pro
Harmony Restoration
4.83(
47
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 93% of Angi customers
Recommended by 93% of HomeAdvisor customers
224 local quotes requested

2 employees. Uses subs for bobcat & tree work. No travel charges. No emergency service charges. Additional phone - (919) 667-7987.

2 employees. Uses subs for bobcat & tree work. No travel charges. No emergency service charges. Additional phone - (919) 667-7987.

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FAQs for sod installation projects in Durham, NC

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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