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Magical Forest General Contractor & Landscaping LLC
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Serving Gig Harbor, WA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2010

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"Hi hired magical forest to lay some sod in my backyard. They quickly gave me a great bid and did the job in two days. I am very pleased and would hire them again."
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Magical Forest General Contractor & Landscaping, LLC
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Serving Gig Harbor, WA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2013

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"Ricardo and his team showed up on time and did a great job on installing and repairing my fence. I would highly recommend them."
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+26

Response time6 hrs
Response rate99%
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SC Landscaping and Tree Services
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Serving Gig Harbor, WA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2021

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Warranties offered

"He and his team are amazing and did the most professional job I have had done in a long time. Always on time and dod the job 8n 5he time I was given. 10 out of 10 would recommend."
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Premier Landscape Construction, LLC
5.0(
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Serving Gig Harbor, WA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Chris and Amanda are absolutely amazing.Amanda described in detail layer by layer step-by-step. And they kept me in the loop every step after the project started Making sure everything was to our liking. I couldn't upload the picture before but it was dug up dirt and lawn per our dogs. And now it looks absolutely beautiful ...reasonable prices and honedtly I was just completely blown away With the whole thing.. definitely going to hire them again for future projects. And this isn't the only thing they do ..They do hvac house building any and all landscape outside of the house, and I'm sure there's more. If you need them, they are your people, don't pass them by you'll be missing out if you do"
Kirkland Landscape
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Response time4 hrs
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new leaf landscaping llc
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Serving Gig Harbor, WA and surrounding areas

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Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"We have used this company for four years. Always prompt, with integrity, polite, and worth the money. Cynthia"
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Juan N Lawn Service
5.0(
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Serving Gig Harbor, WA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2010

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Juan and his team were excellent, hardworking, professional, on time and respectful of the property. A reasonable price for this project. I highly recommend and will use him again for any landscaping, yard or cleanup project. "
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Response time7 hrs
Response rate93%
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Floridas Lawn Service
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Serving Gig Harbor, WA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2009

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They are very thorough and Ramon has great communication skills. Overall they did a great job and I would highly recommend them!"
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+14

Response time1 day
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Spirit Landscaping
5.0(
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Serving Gig Harbor, WA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I was very impressed with all of them. Their knowledge was spot on. They were very professional. The did more than expected. My daughter hired them for a project."
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FAQs for sod installation projects in Gig Harbor, WA

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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