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C & L Landscape, Inc.
4.6(
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Serving Green Cove Springs, FL and surrounding areas

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In business since 1982

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Excellent! George and his guys were absolute professionals. Sod was installed perfectly with no gaps between the sod pieces. Plants really made the curb appeal of our property pop. Would definatly recommend C& L Landscape for all those landscaping needs."
Response time1 day
42 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
TURF KNIGHT, INC
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Serving Green Cove Springs, FL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2015

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

At Turfknight Landscape, we’re a licensed and insured local business with over 10 years of experience serving the Jacksonville community. As an owner-operated company, we take pride in doing the job right the first time — with attention to detail, reliability, and a genuine commitment to customer satisfaction. Whether it’s lawn care maintenance or soil, sand, mulch, and rock delivery, we go above and beyond to exceed expectations and keep every property looking its best.

14 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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North Florida Lawn & Pest, LLC
4.1(
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Serving Green Cove Springs, FL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2012

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"The specific project was front lawn sod install. I'd received an HOA violation about dead sod and needed to clear the violation ASAP. I also hired for lawn fertilizing/pest control, and irrigation service. Excellent, timely service & excellent experience from estimate (Mike), irrigation marking (Anthony), lawn/tree fertilizing (Brad), irrigation service (Paul), and sod install (sod team). Appreciate timely text reminders the day before service is to be done. Highly recommend!"
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Response time6 hrs
Response rate95%
66 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Tall Pine Outfitters
4.8(
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Serving Green Cove Springs, FL and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Miles, the company owner and his brother Mason came out as they promised and did an awesome job. This is truly a top notch company. Great character and professionalism identity these brothers."
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+4

Response time2 days
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Call The Treeman Inc
4.8(
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Serving Green Cove Springs, FL and surrounding areas

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The service went great. I had called multiple tree services around town, based on high reviews and other criteria. The best deal I could get was $450 to remove ONE small tree and trim the trees growing alongside my house (and on to my roof). I saw the 'Treeman' working on my neighbor's trees and looked him up on Angie's; he had great reviews, just not enough for him ever to appear in my search results. I called, and he drove by my house and gave me an estimate two days later, which is fast considering some tree places would take two days just to respond to my calls. You can tell the gentleman knew a lot about trees...I mean a lot. He gave me a couple of service options and explained which trees would be a future problem as well as other tree's health conditions on my property... very knowledgeable. I was just trying to get one small tree removed and several trimmed, but when I found out he could remove 4 problematic trees and do the trimming, for only $25 more than my best estimate (ended up being $475 total), I jumped on the offer to avoid any future headaches. We agreed on a date, his team came out and trimmed, cut and removed everything. Please trust my warning: do not be afraid that his prices are so low that his team's performance will reflect that. I highly recommend Call the Treeman
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FAQs for sod installation projects in Green Cove Springs, 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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