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Southern Brothers Landscaping LLC
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Serving Gainesville, FL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2012

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Warranties offered

"From the estimate to current follow ups, we are completely happy with our new sod, the stunning blooming drift roses, and the beautiful layout of the other shrubs, the pine bark and adjustments to our irrigation system. What a transformation! Shannon and his crew were experienced, professional, courteous, knowledgeable, prompt, and when they left our home popped with curb appeal. Prompting many compliments from neighbors and random passerby’s. We highly recommend Southern Brothers for your landscaping needs!"
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Response time1 day
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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RD Painting and Maintenance
5.0(
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Serving Gainesville, FL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2005

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"OUTSTANDING!!! This is a QUALITY PROFESSIONAL COMPANY. I was more than satisfied by every aspect of my floor installation. I had no idea that ANYONE could make my floor look this good! Professional in every aspect and the price was EXCELLENT! I could not make a higher recommendation!"
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Response time1 day
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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ADC Outdoors, Inc.
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Serving Gainesville, FL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

Free estimates

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"Robert and his team was very quick to respond. they came out the next day for an estimate then did the job 2 days later. It was great! My new Patio looks awesome! Highly recommend them!"
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by84%of homeowners
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Tinsler Landscaping Services, LLC
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Serving Gainesville, FL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2016

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"Noah and his helper did an outstanding job on our mulch delivery and installation project. Their customer service attitude is excellent. They are going to be this households go to company for any future landscaping or lawn care needs. Thank you so much Noah for a job well done."
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Response time3 hrs
Response rate97%
19 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Call The Treeman Inc
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Serving Gainesville, FL and surrounding areas

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I had never heard of Call the Treeman prior to reading about them on Angie's List.  They did have essentially straight A ratings from a significant number of Angie's List clients and I decided to have them provide a bid.  Their bid was several hundred dollars less than their closest competitor, but this price advantage does not tell the entire story.  Most of the other bidders had significant reservations about removing our sickly 60 foot tall water oak.  Most felt the access to our backyard was too restrictive for their equipment, and that several sections of fence would need to be taken down and replaced after work was complete. One required that I find him alternative access to our back yard for his equipment, presumably through our neighbors' yards, and could not guarantee that they would not leave large ruts in their properties.  One local contractor told me that he was reluctant about even bidding the work due to the limited access, and the fact that the water oak was located between a hand built play structure we wished to preserve, and an in ground pool, with surrounding cool deck.   Call the Treeman, on the other hand, planned to remove the trees and limbs using only ropes and chainsaws.  They provided written estimates of the work to be performed, and provided me, upon my request, with a copy of the declarations page from their professional liability insurance coverage.  They were a little behind in their schedule when I first accepted their bid due to some recent rain in our area which had delayed some jobs ahead of me.  They called about a week later with a cancellation and asked if I would like to take the date, which I did.  They arrived on time on the scheduled date with five men, a trailer for wood removal, various chainsaws, ropes and other equipment. We surveyed the work to be done (we had added some work to the front yard, which they bid quite reasonably) and they were off to the races.  They removed all the dead limbs we wanted in short order.  While working over my roof, they stationed one man on the roof to direct branches away from house.  He used a blower to clean off my roof and gutters after the work was done.   When it came to the water oak we were amazed at the efficiency with which they dispatched this ailing tree. They managed to get down the heavy limbs and trunk without any damage to the play structure, pool or cool deck.  When finished they cleared out all of the debris, raking my yard for even the smallest pieces and using a blower to assure the cleanup was complete.  They subcontracted the grinding of the water oak stump (they do not have stump grinder). They arranged for a local contractor to do this, and despite being finished with all of the other work, they would not leave the site on day #2 until he had completed the grinding to assure all went well.  While waiting for the stump grinder they opted to remove multiple suckers from live oak limbs in the front yard (at not additional cost).  They even blew off my entire circular driveway without being asked. Throughout the process the entire group was friendly, polite, and professional.  They left my property without a trace of them having been there, except for the absence of the unwanted trees and limbs. I would recommend their services most highly and without reservation.  I hope that as their business grows, as it undoubtedly will, that they will maintain this level of excellent service and professionalism.  


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FAQs for sod installation projects in Gainesville, 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.

The Gainesville, FL homeowners’ guide to sod installations

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