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Top-Rated Sod installers in Guilford - Updated Nov 2026

Riverbirch Landscaping LLC
5.0(
4
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Sod - Install

Serving Guilford, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Riverbirch Landscaping LLC is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business. \n

Response time1 day
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Madison Earth Care Service, Inc
New to Angi
Sod - Install

Serving Guilford, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1972

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Customer satisfaction is what determines our success, which is why we take a hands-on approach. When interacting with Madison Earth Care Service, Inc, you'll notice that we're particularly focused on the principles of quality workmanship, timely completion, competitive pricing and integrity in all our business dealings. We combine knowledge and research with our extensive practical experience to ensure a specialized approach for your project needs. Contact us today for a fair and accurate estimate of your project. We look forward to adding you to our long and growing list of happy customers. \n

Response time2 days
Response rate99%
13 neighbors recently requested a quote
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G&G Overhead Doors
4.9(
56
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Sod - Install

Serving Guilford, CT and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Went great, they Installed a brand new insulated door on my cape. Super responsive even after the install and 100% stands behind his work! I was having an issue with the lock on my door due to a manufacturing error (No fault of his) I called him up and the next day he was at my house installing a new functional lock on my door. Highly recommend!"
Remodeling - General Project
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Recommended by98%of homeowners
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TurfMasters LLC
4.6(
99
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Sod - Install

Serving Guilford, CT and surrounding areas

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

TurfMasters is a family oriented, locally owned and operated lawn care business in Connecticut servicing the greater New Haven and Hartford areas. Our customized lawn care programs and services are more like having a personal gardener than a lawn service, and that is just the way we like it! \n\nAt TurfMasters we offer a comprehensive range of lawn care programs and services such as General Lawn Care, Lawn Maintenance, Lawn Restoration, Lawn Fertilization, Lawn Disease programs, Tick Control, Tree/Shrub programs, Bed Weed Control, Machine Seeding, and Core Aeration.

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Recommended by90%of homeowners
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DBRConstruction
5.0(
12
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Sod - Install

Serving Guilford, CT and surrounding areas

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

DBRConstruction, Owner-operated business 14 years of experience in general construction. Located in central Connecticut, Specialized on all concrete related work, masonry, and excavation services, Commercial and Residential.

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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Shoreline Pro Landscape Services
5.0(
17
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Sod - Install

Serving Guilford, CT and surrounding areas

In business since 2011

Free estimates

We are located in Madison CT and we also have an office and lawn mow hub in Clinton. We mow from Old Saybrook all the way to Branford and do Killingworth as well. Additionally, we have an efficient and talented Landscape crew. We do flower bed maintenance , mulching , hedge trimming , pruning , 2 to 5 step lawn programs , tree work , brush and log dump runs , garbage dump runs , Landscape design , planting , Spring and Fall Cleanups , Fence Installation, Fireplace Installation , walkways , patios install, snow removal only In Branford , Guilford , Madison , killingworth, Clinton and westbrook , Gutters and So much more . We do a ton of soil jobs and lawn seeding but we do not deliver soil and mulch unless we are also going to be installing these items . Shoreline Pro Lawn and Landscape Services is owned and operated by Joe Cavanaugh 2nd. Although we are not a huge company we do take on large jobs as well as small. Joe also does all the estimating and gets help in the office. We do every job as if it were our own home and take pride in the outcome. Joe and his crew are very meticulous and knowledgeable in the Landscape field. Also employees are given a background check and have several good referrals that were checked in on before hiring. Shoreline Pro is open 24 / 7 365 days out of the year. Don't hire a clown call Joe and his group of Pro's !

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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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American Total Services LLC
4.5(
63
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Sod - Install

Serving Guilford, CT and surrounding areas

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

All in one cleaning and property maintence company, we do more than what you expect , just ask us when you call us. 10% DISCOUNT for new customers and look us up on Facebook. wwwamericantotalservicesllc.com.

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Recommended by87%of homeowners
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C&S Construction LLC
5.0(
9
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Sod - Install

Serving Guilford, CT and surrounding areas

In business since 2021

Free estimates

"I can’t say enough good things about Chad and his crew. We feel so lucky to have found them after several contractors never called me back after promising to do the work and left us with half started projects. Not only are we thrilled with how it came out, the price was reasonable (there were some permit issues from things which had recently changed) and Chad and crew came and fixed everything in a timely manner!!! Chad did everything he needed to do to make sure we were set!! I would recommend Chad over and over again and already have. If you need an outdoor patio installed or other various landscaping work please do not hesitate to call Chad first. :) We are so happy to have found him."
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FAQs for sod installation projects in Guilford, CT

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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