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Avatar for Nez Landscape, LLC
Nez Landscape, LLC
4.9(
50
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Serving Fort Mcdowell, AZ and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Nez and team performed a yard clean up and did an excellent job. They worked hard the whole time they were here and took extra precautions to avoid damage to my property."
Irrigation
Paver turf and gravel
Masonry wall, turf and pavers and lighting
Gravel
Masonry Cinder Block Wall

+37

Response time9 hrs
13 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Balance Landscaping, LLC
4.8(
251
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Serving Fort Mcdowell, AZ and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We met Ravi through our neighbor- he gave Ilya great solutions for our sloped driveway and then the next project when we realized we would need help redirecting water from our house. He is a great communicator and very easy to work with. He enjoys coming up to Flag- (we live in Mountainare) and has competitive pricing. Highly recommend him and his team!"
Pver Walkway, Plants, Irrigation
Paver, Turf, Walkway, Plants, Irrigation
Balance Projects
Balance Landscape LLC
Elevated entertainment area with natural stone

+53

Response time2 days
49 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by83%of homeowners
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Balance Landscaping LLC
4.8(
279
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Serving Fort Mcdowell, AZ and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We met Ravi through our neighbor- he gave Ilya great solutions for our sloped driveway and then the next project when we realized we would need help redirecting water from our house. He is a great communicator and very easy to work with. He enjoys coming up to Flag- (we live in Mountainare) and has competitive pricing. Highly recommend him and his team!"
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+50

Response time2 days
32 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by83%of homeowners
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Flores Landscape & Mas LLC
5.0(
13
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Serving Fort Mcdowell, AZ and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Mr. Flores responded very fast and worked with our schedule to come and provide an estimate and time needed to complete the job. Upon arrival, he and his crew immediately got to work and finished the job to our expectations. We will definitely use him again should the need arise."
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+5

Response time2 days
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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ALBERTO'S LANDSCAPING
4.9(
34
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Serving Fort Mcdowell, AZ and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

Customers say: Quick response

"Alberto was great with communication. He asked a lot of questions to make sure he knew what we wanted. So very impressed with how quickly the job was started and finished. We had moved into a new home and we weren't sure what we were dealing with. He and his team were able to find and fix the sprinkler system, set us up on a timer, clear up the weeds, remove a tree and lay rock. It really was amazing what they were able to accomplish. Alberto was great with communication every step of the way. I would highly recommend his services. We plan on using him for our monthly service."
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+5

Response time12 hrs
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Outdoor Xscapes Inc
4.3(
59
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Serving Fort Mcdowell, AZ and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"This was our second job with Outdoor Xcapes. 1st one in 2011 with Bret as our Salesman. Went fairly smoother with only a few glitches. This job consisted of a seat wall with small patio, step pads and artificial turf with Steve as our Salesman. Steve was very nice and eager to please during the bidding process. Very responsive to phone calls during the job. However, as the job progressed It was apparent that while it was important to Steve that the job was done correctly there was no give or take on money. At a Home Show an Outdoor Xscapes representative (not Steve) told us that repeat customers would get a discount. Steve would not honor that discount until it was to his advantage. There was a hole in their work schedule and they needed a job to fill it. At that point a discount was offered. The tree we wanted was 20% off, Steve would not give or share the shavings. Didn’t seem like there was any interest in building any relationship for return business or referrals. Crew did a great job including clean-up. Jesse, the foreman, was pleasant to work with. However, he was the only one who spoke English and stayed on the job for only a short time. Any communication had to be done by phone to Steve who would contact Jesse. It was a little cumbersome to communicate. We are very happy with the concrete seat wall and step pads. There were a few hiccups during the process, nothing major. The turf was not acceptable. It had discoloration, lines about every 10” and two visible seams. Megan was our contact for warranty issues. She was very responsive and easy to work with. I had to work directly with the representative for the turf which was Synthetic Grass. It took six weeks but the grass was replaced and installed by Outdoor Xscapes at no cost to us. Adam was in charge of the installation and worked with us to make it right. In hind sight my husband and I were too complacent in going with the same landscaping company. We assumed they would treat us right because we were a return customer. Because of this we didn’t get any other bids and when it became obvious that there was no loyalty to a return customer felt it was too late in the process to start over. It was a mistake. Outdoor Xcapes as a whole, is a good company and gets the job done quickly. Be sure to negotiate payment terms and dollars up front."
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Backyard Install

+75

Response time1 day
Response rate96%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Rock Solid Landscapes Corp
5.0(
5
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Serving Fort Mcdowell, AZ and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I contacted Jensen Alston, the owner of Rock Solid Landscaping yesterday afternoon about having a front and backyard cleanup done at my home. I work overnights, and have neglected my yard upkeep for months. After all of the rain that we've had this spring, my yards had gotten completely out of control. I sent Jensen the 5 "before" pictures that are displayed in this review. He gave me an estimate and told me that he would be here the following day. His crew arrived promptly at the appointed time. There were three of them who worked steadily and efficiently for just over an hour. As you can see from the "after pictures, they completely transformed my yards. They did in one hour what would have taken me at least a full day! My recovery time after doing so would have been considerably longer! I would definitely say that the value I received comparative to the service that was performed was not only fair, completely satisfying. I will highly recommend Rock Solid Landscaping to every one of my friends and neighbors."
almost done
complete fire pit
pergola
front yard
courtyard

+7

Response time1 day
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for sod installation projects in Fort Mcdowell, AZ

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 Fort Mcdowell, AZ homeowners’ guide to sod installations

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