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Avatar for G & G Landscaping
G & G Landscaping
4.9(
128
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Sod - Install

Serving Guilderland, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"This is a very friendly and professional company. From estimate to the sod installation, the crew were outstanding. I highly recommend G& G Landscape."
Response time12 hrs
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by81%of homeowners
Avatar for 7 Brothers Landscaping, LLC
7 Brothers Landscaping, LLC
5.0(
17
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Sod - Install

Serving Guilderland, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"My wife and I can't tell you enough how totally pleased we are having Serge and his crew install our patio. We are pleased beyond expectations and highly recommend his services. On a lark, I asked two different companies for estimates to install a patio. When we met Serge, and verified his references who all raved about him, we knew he was getting the job. We didn't think he could get it in before spring and he called and said he would do the install last week. We are thrilled beyond expectation and will use him again in the spring!"
Custom Patio (before)
Custom Patio (After)
Before & After
Before & After
River Rock - After

+104

Response time2 days
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Delanson Gardens
4.6(
79
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Sod - Install

Serving Guilderland, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Delanson Gardens did an amazing job with a long-overdue exterior overhaul. I pulled up to the property as Doug (the owner) was taking a few last passes with the power washer. That's right, the owner provided me a (very reasonable) estimate AND was on-site all day ensuring the work was done as we'd discussed. Their work is beautiful, communications were easy, and their experience shows!"
Response time3 days
Response rate100%
Recommended by90%of homeowners
Avatar for Everything Green Lawn & Landscape
Everything Green Lawn & Landscape
4.6(
17
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Sod - Install

Serving Guilderland, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The owner is very personable and good about putting the customer first. Their crew of workers are very meticulous and the lawn looked like it belonged on the cover of a landscaping magazine. Very hard workers. Proud of the results."
Patio
Seat Wall
Lawn Care
Lawn Care
Lawn Care

+29

Response time2 days
45 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by75%of homeowners
Avatar for Dan Mayer Design
Dan Mayer Design
3.6(
25
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Sod - Install

Serving Guilderland, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Gaia is a great company in every way. The boss, Dan, is extremely knowledgeable, hard-working, creative, and fair. The crew are very talented, and extraordinarily decent people. I hired them to design and install a garden, and the result is nothing short of a work of art - without comprising anything on function. That, to me, is what makes Gaia really stand out - they can do it all, and will , but where they really excel is in their creative vision and love for their work. I will also add that while Gaia were on the garden project, my general contractor disappeared. I asked Dan for advice on how to get a range of other projects done. Gaia themselves took on some of the work, including designing and installing a sweet new deck and upgrading my windows. Where the tasks were outside of their capabilities, Dan gave me numerous and great referrals so I was able to rebuild a team. Frankly, I couldn't be happier than my general contractor disappeared. Next time, I'll go straight to Gaia!"
Patio Build
bluestone walkway
land clearing
bluestone retread
Retaining wall

+48

35 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by50%of homeowners
Avatar for Riffle Lawn Care & More
Riffle Lawn Care & More
5.0(
1
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Sod - Install

Serving Guilderland, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

Offers commercial services

"Absolutely fabulous! I had an overgrown lawn about 3ft high and they didn’t even blink! Just said no problem! They were also the only people I called that actually answered their phone.& I didn’t have to leave a msg with a computer prompt that kept cutting me off. They even came to ck out the job first. It was a huge job and they are miracle workers. I will be utilizing their services for years to come. 10 stars! Definitely recommend them."
Ballston Spa
Ballston Spa
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Capital Flips Property Management
5.0(
1
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Sod - Install

Serving Guilderland, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Joshua is a pleasant professional, well mannered young man. Who shows up on time and ready to work. He pays close attention to what is being requested of him and he is very detailed oriented.. This is the 2nd time I have hired Joshua for my outside projects. He does an amazing job. He mowed my lawn front and back while providing clean edges… He trimmed my shrubs, pulled massive weeds and he cleaned it all up by putting everything in lawn bags. He also set the bags out to the curb for city pickup. My property was clean beautiful and free of grass & shrub debris. I would definitely recommend him for your projects. I will be calling him again for fall cleanup/trim and for other odd jobs on the inside as well.. Lastly, but most importantly his prices are reasonable & he does not disappoint!"
Small Front Lawn
High Brush
Brunch Cut
Weed & Mulch
Weed & Mulch

+1

4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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FAQs for sod installation projects in Guilderland, NY

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 Guilderland, NY homeowners’ guide to sod installations

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