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Astor Contractors, LLC

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Astor Contractors, LLC

4.82(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
23 years of experience

Astor Contractors, LLC, is a family business, founded in 2003. We strive for the best work, maintaining competitive prices on the market. We have over 20 years of experience in site work and construction.

"Contractor was very knowledgeable. Communication only by email. Did not provide card or phone contact information; however he usually responded daily to email contact."

Gale G on January 2013

Astor Contractors, LLC, is a family business, founded in 2003. We strive for the best work, maintaining competitive prices on the market. We have over 20 years of experience in site work and construction.

"Contractor was very knowledgeable. Communication only by email. Did not provide card or phone contact information; however he usually responded daily to email contact."

Gale G on January 2013

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S&S LANDSCAPING LLC

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S&S LANDSCAPING LLC

5.00(
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10 local quotes requested
3 years of experience

15+ years of experience! En S&S LANDSCAPING LLC ofrecemos servicios expertos de paisajismo y paisajismo para transformar espacios al aire libre en refugios impresionantes y funcionales. Desde jardines vibrantes y vegetación exuberante hasta patios personalizados, senderos y áreas de estar al aire libre, combinamos creatividad y artesanía para darle vida a su visión. Con un enfoque en la calidad, la sostenibilidad y el diseño personalizado, creamos entornos al aire libre que realzan la belleza y el valor de su propiedad. 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. Call or message us to schedule an estimate today!

"Yes, the work was done excellent with very good craftsmanship and respectful men. They have finished yet, but the work which is done is highly commendable. "

Kenneth F on October 2025

15+ years of experience! En S&S LANDSCAPING LLC ofrecemos servicios expertos de paisajismo y paisajismo para transformar espacios al aire libre en refugios impresionantes y funcionales. Desde jardines vibrantes y vegetación exuberante hasta patios personalizados, senderos y áreas de estar al aire libre, combinamos creatividad y artesanía para darle vida a su visión. Con un enfoque en la calidad, la sostenibilidad y el diseño personalizado, creamos entornos al aire libre que realzan la belleza y el valor de su propiedad. 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. Call or message us to schedule an estimate today!

"Yes, the work was done excellent with very good craftsmanship and respectful men. They have finished yet, but the work which is done is highly commendable. "

Kenneth F on October 2025

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3 J's Next Level Landscaping

3.91(
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3 J's Next Level Landscaping

3.91(
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Customers say: Quality work
12 local quotes requested
17 years of experience

Take your dreams to the Next Level! In business since 2009, 3 Jay's Next Level Landscaping & Home Design has been serving greater Fairfax, Prince William & surrounding counties with the finest in landscaping and home designs in the industry. We offer everything from lawn care maintenance & landscaping to building your dream home. Built using the highest quality commercial & custom grade materials, we offer free estimates on all of our work. For larger projects, we offer custom design planning, in which you will receive a set of building plans approved by the county. These blueprints will be accompanied by an accurate 3D visual representation of what your project will look like upon completion. Our friendly staff have a combined experience of over 50 years & customer service has always been our top priority. We will always respond quickly to your requests, our prices are reasonable & our work is consistently performed to the highest caliber. Take your dreams to the Next Level & call us today for your free estimate!

"Next Level did a sprinkler system installation for me. Julian, the point person and (I think) owner for Next Level, communicated well throughout the process. He took his time to explain the technology, his reasoning for the proposal, the timeline, and the options and tradeoffs. His quote was the most competitive among the 4 I received, and he took care of everything. We had a couple of hiccups due to weather, but he otherwise delivered on the schedule he promised the day he provided the quote. The team was fast (completed the project in about 6 hours) and very neat. Very happy with the outcome."

Marc V on October 2025

Take your dreams to the Next Level! In business since 2009, 3 Jay's Next Level Landscaping & Home Design has been serving greater Fairfax, Prince William & surrounding counties with the finest in landscaping and home designs in the industry. We offer everything from lawn care maintenance & landscaping to building your dream home. Built using the highest quality commercial & custom grade materials, we offer free estimates on all of our work. For larger projects, we offer custom design planning, in which you will receive a set of building plans approved by the county. These blueprints will be accompanied by an accurate 3D visual representation of what your project will look like upon completion. Our friendly staff have a combined experience of over 50 years & customer service has always been our top priority. We will always respond quickly to your requests, our prices are reasonable & our work is consistently performed to the highest caliber. Take your dreams to the Next Level & call us today for your free estimate!

"Next Level did a sprinkler system installation for me. Julian, the point person and (I think) owner for Next Level, communicated well throughout the process. He took his time to explain the technology, his reasoning for the proposal, the timeline, and the options and tradeoffs. His quote was the most competitive among the 4 I received, and he took care of everything. We had a couple of hiccups due to weather, but he otherwise delivered on the schedule he promised the day he provided the quote. The team was fast (completed the project in about 6 hours) and very neat. Very happy with the outcome."

Marc V on October 2025

Blue Ridge Landscaping of Virginia, Inc.

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Blue Ridge Landscaping of Virginia, Inc.

4.53(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 91% of Angi customers
Recommended by 91% of HomeAdvisor customers
25 years of experience

Since 2001 Blue Ridge Landscaping has been providing Stafford and the surrounding areas with quality landscaping services at an affordable price. We offer a variety of services to help you maintain and enhance your yard.

"As a long time customer, I've had Steve and his crew doing all my yard work projects for the past 20+ years. Steve is always easy to work with and gets all work done on time and at a reasonable price. You don't need to look any further. Steve and his guys can handle any yard project you give him. HIRE Steve and his guys for all your yard needs!"

Mike B on March 2025

Since 2001 Blue Ridge Landscaping has been providing Stafford and the surrounding areas with quality landscaping services at an affordable price. We offer a variety of services to help you maintain and enhance your yard.

"As a long time customer, I've had Steve and his crew doing all my yard work projects for the past 20+ years. Steve is always easy to work with and gets all work done on time and at a reasonable price. You don't need to look any further. Steve and his guys can handle any yard project you give him. HIRE Steve and his guys for all your yard needs!"

Mike B on March 2025

Capitol Landscaping Inc

4.84(
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Capitol Landscaping Inc

4.84(
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 96% of Angi customers
Recommended by 96% of HomeAdvisor customers
28 years of experience

With over 22 years of experience Capitol Landscaping Inc is an expert in the landscaping, hardscaping and lawn & yard work trade. We sustain our business on quality and integrity. The president of the company personally supervises each job before telling the customer it's done.We look forward to earning your business

"Awesome job. The crew was fast, but they left my yard looking amazing. Would definitely use this company again. The service that was rendered was worth the price I paid, and it wasn't an outrageous amount either."

Andreunae C on August 2024

With over 22 years of experience Capitol Landscaping Inc is an expert in the landscaping, hardscaping and lawn & yard work trade. We sustain our business on quality and integrity. The president of the company personally supervises each job before telling the customer it's done.We look forward to earning your business

"Awesome job. The crew was fast, but they left my yard looking amazing. Would definitely use this company again. The service that was rendered was worth the price I paid, and it wasn't an outrageous amount either."

Andreunae C on August 2024

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Coastal Landscape Construction LLC

4.93(
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Coastal Landscape Construction LLC

4.93(
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Super Service Award
Customers say: Quick response
2 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

As a proud Virginia Tech graduate with a degree in Turfgrass Science, I have channeled my expertise and passion into owning Coastal Landscape Construction. My background in turf management and landscape design fuels my dedication to creating exceptional outdoor spaces. I am committed to blending innovative techniques with sustainable practices to enhance every project and contribute to the beauty of our environment.

"We are in the process of building a home in Powhatan, VA. We recently had the best professional experience with Bobby from Coastal Landscape Construction! This was not an easy job to clear about 2 acres, put in a long drive way and work in challenging cold and wet weather. Bobby is an up and coming young professional and knows exactly how to plan and achieve the end goal. Bobby was always on time, communicated daily and effectively, planned the land clearing perfectly and his prices are competitive but extremely reasonable. If you want or need any construction work completed right, you MUST use Bobby from Coastal Landscape Construction! Bobby earned a 10/10 perfect review from us and we will be using him again during our home building process! His business phone number is 804-441-1768, serving Powhatan, Midlothian and Richmond VA area."

Carlos C on January 2026

As a proud Virginia Tech graduate with a degree in Turfgrass Science, I have channeled my expertise and passion into owning Coastal Landscape Construction. My background in turf management and landscape design fuels my dedication to creating exceptional outdoor spaces. I am committed to blending innovative techniques with sustainable practices to enhance every project and contribute to the beauty of our environment.

"We are in the process of building a home in Powhatan, VA. We recently had the best professional experience with Bobby from Coastal Landscape Construction! This was not an easy job to clear about 2 acres, put in a long drive way and work in challenging cold and wet weather. Bobby is an up and coming young professional and knows exactly how to plan and achieve the end goal. Bobby was always on time, communicated daily and effectively, planned the land clearing perfectly and his prices are competitive but extremely reasonable. If you want or need any construction work completed right, you MUST use Bobby from Coastal Landscape Construction! Bobby earned a 10/10 perfect review from us and we will be using him again during our home building process! His business phone number is 804-441-1768, serving Powhatan, Midlothian and Richmond VA area."

Carlos C on January 2026

call n cut landscaping

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call n cut landscaping

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16 years of experience

weekly or monthly invoices we sub contract out on irrigation

weekly or monthly invoices we sub contract out on irrigation

Rawlings and Sons Landscaping

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Rawlings and Sons Landscaping

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25 years of experience

family owned

family owned

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Drews Food Forest & Edible Landscaping

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Drews Food Forest & Edible Landscaping

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EXPERIENCE THE LIFESTYLE Started 2015, in my parents suburban backyard, Curb Appeal Fixers Landscaping has been maintaining lawns and creating paradise all over Hampton Roads Virginia area for years. We pride ourselves on producing edible landscaping, natural lawncare solutions, and water features that appear to have been maintained and created by Mother Nature, by helping families reconnect, relax & rejuvenate outdoors is our passion and we consider ourselves fortunate each time someone places their trust in us to bring their paradise to life! MAKING WATER FEATURES LOW MAINTENANCE BY FOLLOWING MOTHER NATURE'S PLAN. Experience Drew's Food Forest Outdoor lifestyle with one of our custom water features and a edible landscape to go with designed specifically for you. Whether you choose from a Disappearing waterfall or a decorative fountainscape - you'll be inspired by the sight and sound that your new paradise brings to your landscape. Why spend thousands on a vacation for a short time when you can own the relaxing enjoyment of your own piece of the garden of eden for a lifetime! WATER FEATURES and EDIBLE LANDSCAPING FOR EVERY DREAM & BUDGET

EXPERIENCE THE LIFESTYLE Started 2015, in my parents suburban backyard, Curb Appeal Fixers Landscaping has been maintaining lawns and creating paradise all over Hampton Roads Virginia area for years. We pride ourselves on producing edible landscaping, natural lawncare solutions, and water features that appear to have been maintained and created by Mother Nature, by helping families reconnect, relax & rejuvenate outdoors is our passion and we consider ourselves fortunate each time someone places their trust in us to bring their paradise to life! MAKING WATER FEATURES LOW MAINTENANCE BY FOLLOWING MOTHER NATURE'S PLAN. Experience Drew's Food Forest Outdoor lifestyle with one of our custom water features and a edible landscape to go with designed specifically for you. Whether you choose from a Disappearing waterfall or a decorative fountainscape - you'll be inspired by the sight and sound that your new paradise brings to your landscape. Why spend thousands on a vacation for a short time when you can own the relaxing enjoyment of your own piece of the garden of eden for a lifetime! WATER FEATURES and EDIBLE LANDSCAPING FOR EVERY DREAM & BUDGET

Bright's Landscaping & Maintenance

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Bright's Landscaping & Maintenance

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Bright's Landscaping & Maintenance

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FAQs for sod installation projects in Fredericksburg, VA

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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