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Balance Landscaping LLC
4.8(
279
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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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Recommended by83%of homeowners
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Outdoor Xscapes Inc
4.3(
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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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Recommended by74%of homeowners
ARNOLD'S IRRIGATION
4.0(
1
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In business since 1993

OWNER OPERATED. USES SUBS DEPENDS ON JOB. COST DETERMINED BY THE JOB. TRAVEL CHARGES ON REPAIRS, $45.00.

Recommended by100%of homeowners
Sacred Steel Az
5.0(
2
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In business since 2014

Emergency services offered

Custom metal work, fabrication, repair, or new creations

Recommended by100%of homeowners
Shamrock Tree Service
4.8(
6
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In business since 1991

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Tree service, tree removal & deep root.

Recommended by100%of homeowners
House 2 Home Repair
New to Angi

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

We are a small general contractor with an engineering background. I grew up bulding homes in a harsh environment so know what needs to be done to do it right.I work with some of the best small owner operator sub contractors in the valley. We are clean , fast , and efficient and most of all take pride in our work.

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Maintenance 123
New to Angi

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Maintenance 123 is a family owned business,specializing in handyman services. "We use Angie's List to assess whether we're doing a good job keeping valued customers like you happy. Please visit AngiesList.com/Review/7795787 in order to grade our quality of work and customer service

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JOHN 14 HOME SERVICES
New to Angi

In business since 2011

Emergency services offered

AZ ROC LICENSED CONTRACTOR\nAIR CONDITIONING ROC 296821\nELECTRICAL ROC 297295\nPLUMBING ROC 297943

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Harper's Nursery & Landscape Co
4.2(
61
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In business since 1945

We are a 3rd generation, locally owned company specializing in helping you create the garden of your dreams. Whether that garden is a small “square foot” vegetable garden or a resort style back yard complete with outdoor kitchen, lighting, a water feature, and putting green or anything in between, the Harper boys do it all. We have over 100 years of combined experience in landscaping and gardening in the Valley. That knowledge coupled with the our staff’s inspiration will help you not only have the garden your neighbors will be “green” with envy about, but we can help you keep it that way. The Harper team can diagnose any problem in your garden and come up with various solutions or we can do it for you. Yes, we can even help maintain and manage your landscape. Additional phones - (480) 946-3481, 602 659-5994 Additional fax - (480) 994-3167. Additional e-mail - jerryharp@hotmail.com. Award winning. Additional address - 1830 E McKellips Rd, Mesa, AZ, 85257.

Recommended by73%of homeowners
EARTHCORE DEVELOPMENT INC
New to Angi

In business since 2005

Earthcore provides sitework and Demolition solutions for both Residential and Commercial projects. Owner is 100% involved in every project and assures every customer is satisfied beyond their expectations.

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FAQs for sod installation projects in Gila Bend, 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.

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