Top-rated sod installers.

Get matched with top sod installers in Evangeline, LA

Enter your zip and get matched with up to 3 pros

Matching on HomeAdvisor

Share some details icon
Share some details about your home project.
Match with local pros icon
Within moments, match with highly-rated local pros.
Compare quotes icon
Compare quotes and choose the best pro for the job.

Find Sod installers in Evangeline

Avatar for Perrodin's Lawn And Landscaping
Perrodin's Lawn And Landscaping
4.4(
21
)
Sod - Install

Serving Evangeline, LA and surrounding areas

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

I have 18 yrs of commercial and residential landscaping and lawn care experience. We can do anything as far as maintaining your property trim trees , landscape designs, and clean up jobs. There is no job too small.I also have electrical experience mostly residential very good with staying in the codes and with a price that won't hurt you!

Weed Barrier
Finished product
Start
Basic landscape
Before planting sod

+2

Recommended by94%of homeowners
Request Quote
Avatar for Speer Mowing, LLC
Speer Mowing, LLC
4.7(
15
)
Sod - Install

Serving Evangeline, LA and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

At Speer Mowing, LLC, we offer a wide range of services from general lawn service to complete landscaping. We do pressure washing, tree trimming, stump grinding, weed prevention, and lawn fertilization! We have staff familiar with general construction experience and can do minor exterior repairs, build fences, and more!

Fencing Project
Additional Photos
Additional Photos
Additional Photos
Additional Photos

+11

Recommended by100%of homeowners
Request Quote
Avatar for Lafayette Lawn and Gardens
Lafayette Lawn and Gardens
5.0(
7
)
Sod - Install

Serving Evangeline, LA and surrounding areas

In business since 2005

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

Lafayette Lawn and Gardens will maintain the beauty of your garden, parks and other outdoor spaces We specialize in garden bed makeovers as well as gravel, edging and paver installation and design.

Additional Photos
Additional Photos
Additional Photos
Additional Photos
Additional Photos

+1

Recommended by100%of homeowners
Request Quote
Next Level Solutions
5.0(
6
)
Sod - Install

Serving Evangeline, LA and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent service. Punctual, professional, courteous, and efficient. The yard looks great! All debris, clippings, and trash were bagged and removed. Also installed some shelving in the garage. Again, very professional in making sure the shelves were secure and level. Swept the floor and wiped down the shelves after installing. I'm very pleased with the work done and will call them again for future needs."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Request Quote
Avatar for Precision Property Services
Precision Property Services
4.5(
8
)
Sod - Install

Serving Evangeline, LA and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We specialize in structural Demolition, stump grinding/removal, land/lot clearing, light dirt work, tree removal, storm/hurricane clean up and much more. For a free quote, give us a call at 337-303-8539.

1 acre of property cleared
House Demolition
Stump grinding
House Demolition
House Demolition

+28

Recommended by87%of homeowners
Request Quote
Avatar for Hebert Services
Hebert Services
5.0(
4
)
Sod - Install

Serving Evangeline, LA and surrounding areas

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Here at Hebert Services I Keith Hebert am the owner/operator of this handyman business. We specialize in making sure all of our customers are completely satisfied with our work. We do remodels, frame work, we do add ons, and we paint interior and exterior of homes! There is No job To big not to small. We will do them All!

Pallet wood wall
Pallet wood wall
Additional Photos
Additional Photos
Additional Photos

+3

Recommended by100%of homeowners
Request Quote
Avatar for Southern Construction Lake Area LLC
Southern Construction Lake Area LLC
5.0(
4
)
Sod - Install

Serving Evangeline, LA and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Your wish is my command, anything you need done give me a call and I can do it.\n-Handyman \n-Roofing\n-Flooring\n-Drywall\n-Painting\n-Countertops\n-Concrete\n-Finishing work\n-etc.

Recommended by100%of homeowners
Request Quote
Showing 1-10 of 38
FAQs for sod installation projects in Evangeline, LA

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 Evangeline, LA homeowners’ guide to sod installations

From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.

See all articles