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Southern Landscaping & More

4.64(
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Southern Landscaping & More

4.64(
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•Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 92% of Angi customers
Recommended by 92% of HomeAdvisor customers
111 local quotes requested

Southern Landscaping & More specializes in landscaping, lawn maintenance, rock installation and removal, planting, sod work and much more! We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service. Please see some of the services we offer below and call -or- click to schedule an estimate today!

"Everything went well. Thank you."

Guntiis S on October 2025

Southern Landscaping & More specializes in landscaping, lawn maintenance, rock installation and removal, planting, sod work and much more! We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service. Please see some of the services we offer below and call -or- click to schedule an estimate today!

"Everything went well. Thank you."

Guntiis S on October 2025

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Royal Edger & Mower Co Inc

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Royal Edger & Mower Co Inc

4.47(
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Customers say: True professional
50 years of experience

Welcome to Royal Edger & Mower! Proudly serving the Tampa Bay area since 1975. We are a family owned and operated business, offering you the best in service, parts, and accessories for Altoz, Little Wonder, Ryan, Vortexx, Wright, Briggs & Stratton, Kawasaki Engine, Kohler Engine, Honda Engine, STIHL, eXmark, and Ferris. We can handle all of your outdoor power equipment needs . Take time to explore our web site and please contact us if we can be of further assistance in directing you to the product that best fits your needs.

"After being a customer for three and a half years, I brought my mower for repair. After being told they could not find the problem, I was told not to bring my mower back to them. Before I picked the mower up, they actually did fix the issue. It takes years to build a relationship, seconds to lose one...lesson learned, no longer a customer."

James E on December 2020

Welcome to Royal Edger & Mower! Proudly serving the Tampa Bay area since 1975. We are a family owned and operated business, offering you the best in service, parts, and accessories for Altoz, Little Wonder, Ryan, Vortexx, Wright, Briggs & Stratton, Kawasaki Engine, Kohler Engine, Honda Engine, STIHL, eXmark, and Ferris. We can handle all of your outdoor power equipment needs . Take time to explore our web site and please contact us if we can be of further assistance in directing you to the product that best fits your needs.

"After being a customer for three and a half years, I brought my mower for repair. After being told they could not find the problem, I was told not to bring my mower back to them. Before I picked the mower up, they actually did fix the issue. It takes years to build a relationship, seconds to lose one...lesson learned, no longer a customer."

James E on December 2020

D & L DEMOLITION CO

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D & L DEMOLITION CO

5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Family founded owned and operated for 20 plus years. We strive on honesty and integrity. All our estimates are free. We provide a turn key operation for your convenience. We can clear land, Demolish buildings, remove swimming pools and fill to name a few services that we have done and continue to do on a daily basis. We are licensed, bonded and insured. We guarantee our work and want you to be satisfied completely. We also obtain all necessary permits as required by the counties or cities where work will be performed. Our contact numbers reach the owners and operators not just employees so you will receive all the answers you need to all your questions or concerns when you call. Its nice to know you've reached a Company With Integrity in these present times. We work hard for our clients and look forward to helping any and all.

Family founded owned and operated for 20 plus years. We strive on honesty and integrity. All our estimates are free. We provide a turn key operation for your convenience. We can clear land, Demolish buildings, remove swimming pools and fill to name a few services that we have done and continue to do on a daily basis. We are licensed, bonded and insured. We guarantee our work and want you to be satisfied completely. We also obtain all necessary permits as required by the counties or cities where work will be performed. Our contact numbers reach the owners and operators not just employees so you will receive all the answers you need to all your questions or concerns when you call. Its nice to know you've reached a Company With Integrity in these present times. We work hard for our clients and look forward to helping any and all.

CB Landworks

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CB Landworks

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Specialize in the removal and trimming of all trees. Licensed and insured. Owner operated and Valrico based company. Offer veteran, healthcare worker and first responder discounts.

Specialize in the removal and trimming of all trees. Licensed and insured. Owner operated and Valrico based company. Offer veteran, healthcare worker and first responder discounts.

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LED Today

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LED Today

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13 years of experience

LED Today is a distributor and online store of LED Lighting for Industrial, Commercial, Residential, and Outdoor applications. Our products use 50-80% less energy than traditional lights and last 50k+ hours.

LED Today is a distributor and online store of LED Lighting for Industrial, Commercial, Residential, and Outdoor applications. Our products use 50-80% less energy than traditional lights and last 50k+ hours.

Rcky & Richies Home Repair & Lawn Care LLC

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Rcky & Richies Home Repair & Lawn Care LLC

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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Hello I am Richie Taylor Owner of R & R Home Repair & Lawn Care LLC we are a family owned and operated business we have been in business for 5 years servicing the Polk county, FL and East Hillsborough county ,FL Services offered

"All was great. Came at appointed time with the required equipment and materials. Repairs were due to rot so found more damage than seen on surface. Reported damage to me and offered good options. Did great work and clean up. Went the extra mile on matching paint color and worked late to finish job. Cost was as quoted. Good guys. Good job."

Bernard S on February 2019

Hello I am Richie Taylor Owner of R & R Home Repair & Lawn Care LLC we are a family owned and operated business we have been in business for 5 years servicing the Polk county, FL and East Hillsborough county ,FL Services offered

"All was great. Came at appointed time with the required equipment and materials. Repairs were due to rot so found more damage than seen on surface. Reported damage to me and offered good options. Did great work and clean up. Went the extra mile on matching paint color and worked late to finish job. Cost was as quoted. Good guys. Good job."

Bernard S on February 2019

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TruGreen Lawn Care - 5082

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TruGreen Lawn Care - 5082

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Goodwins Brick Pavers

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Goodwins Brick Pavers

3.60(
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Customers say: Quality work
30 years of experience

Family owned & operated.

Family owned & operated.

Bull's Landscape & Design

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Bull's Landscape & Design

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15 years of experience

Atlas Lawn Care LLC

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Atlas Lawn Care LLC

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10 years of experience

Atlas Lawn Care is owned and operated by Josh Barnett & Steven Morales. We are a company seeking 100% customer satisfaction offering a multitude of services as well as, convenient billing options, and constantly promoting discounts for homeowners and business owners so that great customer service and quality work can be found at an affordable price.

Atlas Lawn Care is owned and operated by Josh Barnett & Steven Morales. We are a company seeking 100% customer satisfaction offering a multitude of services as well as, convenient billing options, and constantly promoting discounts for homeowners and business owners so that great customer service and quality work can be found at an affordable price.

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FAQs for sod installation projects in Fort Meade, 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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