Top-rated sod installers.

Get matched with top sod installers in Hayward, CA

Enter your zip and get matched with up to 3 pros

Matching on HomeAdvisor

Share some details icon
Share some details about your home project.
Match with local pros icon
Within moments, match with highly-rated local pros.
Compare quotes icon
Compare quotes and choose the best pro for the job.

Sod installers in Hayward

Avatar for Spectrum Pool and Landscape, Inc.

Spectrum Pool and Landscape, Inc.

P.O. Box 888
5.00(
4
)
•Approved Pro

Spectrum Pool and Landscape, Inc.

P.O. Box 888
5.00(
4
)
•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
14 local quotes requested

With 52 years of experience, Spectrum Pool and Landscape creates highly customized, design-driven outdoor environments—from initial sketches to final touches. Founder Chuck Archuletta personally designs and oversees every project, drawing on a lifetime of hands-on expertise to create spaces that are beautiful, livable, and built to last. Known for his elegant hand-drawn plans, Chuck designs with a refined sense of how people move, gather, and enjoy their space. Spectrum’s work includes pools, spas, outdoor kitchens, fire and water features, California rooms, lighting, decks, arbors, landscaping, turf, irrigation, drainage, concrete, walls, and more. Fully licensed in pool, landscape, and masonry work, Spectrum is based in Alamo, CA and backed by decades of happy clients. Chuck is on site regularly and known for his craftsmanship, integrity, and follow-through.

"I cannot say enough about Spectrum Pool & Lamdscape! John, our project manager, was amazing with creating our backyard Oasis. Chuck, owner of Spectrum Pool & Landscape, is extremely knowledgeable and very kind. This company stands behind their work. I am so thankful we found them! if we could give them more than 5 we would! We were so impressed with their work, we decided to have them also landscape our front yard as well!"

Donna T on February 2024

With 52 years of experience, Spectrum Pool and Landscape creates highly customized, design-driven outdoor environments—from initial sketches to final touches. Founder Chuck Archuletta personally designs and oversees every project, drawing on a lifetime of hands-on expertise to create spaces that are beautiful, livable, and built to last. Known for his elegant hand-drawn plans, Chuck designs with a refined sense of how people move, gather, and enjoy their space. Spectrum’s work includes pools, spas, outdoor kitchens, fire and water features, California rooms, lighting, decks, arbors, landscaping, turf, irrigation, drainage, concrete, walls, and more. Fully licensed in pool, landscape, and masonry work, Spectrum is based in Alamo, CA and backed by decades of happy clients. Chuck is on site regularly and known for his craftsmanship, integrity, and follow-through.

"I cannot say enough about Spectrum Pool & Lamdscape! John, our project manager, was amazing with creating our backyard Oasis. Chuck, owner of Spectrum Pool & Landscape, is extremely knowledgeable and very kind. This company stands behind their work. I am so thankful we found them! if we could give them more than 5 we would! We were so impressed with their work, we decided to have them also landscape our front yard as well!"

Donna T on February 2024

Joe's Gardening And Landscaping Services

3640 Black Feather Drive
4.72(
25
)
•Approved Pro

Joe's Gardening And Landscaping Services

3640 Black Feather Drive
4.72(
25
)
•Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: True professional
9 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Here at Joe's Gardening and Landscaping Services, we pride ourselves on professionalism, attention to detail and a dedication to our clients wants and needs. We will not leave a project until you are 100 percent satisfied. Feel free to give us a call!

"Everything Joe told me was understandable, informative and helpful. The job was completed and I am thrilled. His staff were professional and cleaned up after each day. I highly recommend Joe and his team. "

KIM C on August 2025

Here at Joe's Gardening and Landscaping Services, we pride ourselves on professionalism, attention to detail and a dedication to our clients wants and needs. We will not leave a project until you are 100 percent satisfied. Feel free to give us a call!

"Everything Joe told me was understandable, informative and helpful. The job was completed and I am thrilled. His staff were professional and cleaned up after each day. I highly recommend Joe and his team. "

KIM C on August 2025

Avatar for Basave LANDSCAPING

Basave LANDSCAPING

25905 Gading Road
5.00(
4
)
•Approved Pro

Basave LANDSCAPING

25905 Gading Road
5.00(
4
)
•Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
74 local quotes requested

Family owned, with over 17 years of experience. Here to help you with all your landscaping needs and dreams

"Excellent work. Excellent crew. Hardworking - executing the design we wanted. The patio and walkways came out great."

Dave M on June 2024

Family owned, with over 17 years of experience. Here to help you with all your landscaping needs and dreams

"Excellent work. Excellent crew. Hardworking - executing the design we wanted. The patio and walkways came out great."

Dave M on June 2024

Avatar for MAJIC LANDSCAPE

MAJIC LANDSCAPE

1253 David Avenue
4.95(
11
)
•Approved Pro

MAJIC LANDSCAPE

1253 David Avenue
4.95(
11
)
•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
27 years of experience

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business! Book with us online or feel free to give us a call today!

"They are providing a very clean job and prices are the lowest"

Malak B on June 2023

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business! Book with us online or feel free to give us a call today!

"They are providing a very clean job and prices are the lowest"

Malak B on June 2023

Avatar for Artificial Grass Pros, Inc.

Artificial Grass Pros, Inc.

2156 San Ramon Valley Boulevard
5.00(
2
)
•Approved Pro

Artificial Grass Pros, Inc.

2156 San Ramon Valley Boulevard
5.00(
2
)
•Approved Pro
11 local quotes requested
1 years of experience

We are extremely passionate about the work that we do. You can depend on us to provide a high quality service at a fair and honest price. We understand that the future of our business depends upon our reputation and that is why customer service is by far our highest priority. If you are looking for a professional you can trust, please call today to schedule a no-obligation estimate!

"These guys were awesome from start to finish. Super hard workers they really took their time to make sure everything came out perfect. What I appreciated most was how easy they were to talk to. They kept me in the loop the whole way and made sure I was happy with every step before moving forward. The yard looks amazing now, and you can tell they take pride in what they do. Definitely recommend Artificial Grass Pros if you want a clean job done right by a team that actually cares."

Mark R on June 2025

We are extremely passionate about the work that we do. You can depend on us to provide a high quality service at a fair and honest price. We understand that the future of our business depends upon our reputation and that is why customer service is by far our highest priority. If you are looking for a professional you can trust, please call today to schedule a no-obligation estimate!

"These guys were awesome from start to finish. Super hard workers they really took their time to make sure everything came out perfect. What I appreciated most was how easy they were to talk to. They kept me in the loop the whole way and made sure I was happy with every step before moving forward. The yard looks amazing now, and you can tell they take pride in what they do. Definitely recommend Artificial Grass Pros if you want a clean job done right by a team that actually cares."

Mark R on June 2025

Avatar for HD Landscaping

HD Landscaping

24211 Silva Ave
5.00(
5
)
•Approved Pro

HD Landscaping

24211 Silva Ave
5.00(
5
)
•Approved Pro
6 years of experience

I pride myself on my professionalism, as well as my ability to complete every job to the homeowner's total satisfaction. I never leave a job unfinished, or a homeowner not 100% satisfied with my level of service - Call today!

"Great job trouble shooting and repairing our irrigation."

Ellen R on June 2025

I pride myself on my professionalism, as well as my ability to complete every job to the homeowner's total satisfaction. I never leave a job unfinished, or a homeowner not 100% satisfied with my level of service - Call today!

"Great job trouble shooting and repairing our irrigation."

Ellen R on June 2025

Avatar for SPR Landscaping Inc

SPR Landscaping Inc

P.O. Box #1463
5.00(
10
)
•Approved Pro

SPR Landscaping Inc

P.O. Box #1463
5.00(
10
)
•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
585 local quotes requested

We guarantee your satisfaction and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out our services offered and call or click to schedule a free estimate today. Family owned business with over 10 years of experience.

"When you need your project completed on time and within budget, I recommend Arciga Gardening. The Arciga Team have completed multiple projects for me and my neighbors, and everyone is happy with the professional high quality service."

Finn p on January 2024

We guarantee your satisfaction and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out our services offered and call or click to schedule a free estimate today. Family owned business with over 10 years of experience.

"When you need your project completed on time and within budget, I recommend Arciga Gardening. The Arciga Team have completed multiple projects for me and my neighbors, and everyone is happy with the professional high quality service."

Finn p on January 2024

Avatar for Amesos Plumbing Inc

Amesos Plumbing Inc

1525 Francisco Blvd E
5.00(
1
)
•Approved Pro

Amesos Plumbing Inc

1525 Francisco Blvd E
5.00(
1
)
•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
439 local quotes requested

Amesos Plumbing, Inc. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service. Check out our services offered and call or click to schedule an estimate today!

"So far so good. Snaking of kitchen sink with very old pipes. Hopefully snake did not poke pipes. Only time will tell. Keeping fingers crossed. They did a good job explaining and triple checked for leaks before they left. Of course they tried to upsell and gave us a metal trap they did not quote us upfront for. We would have chosen it over plastic, but price difference would need to be cleared upfront. That's the only negative. Otherwise, thus far we are very happy with the result. Thank you for coming on such short notice and on time! Super appreciated. 4.5-5 stars."

Susanne P on December 2024

Amesos Plumbing, Inc. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service. Check out our services offered and call or click to schedule an estimate today!

"So far so good. Snaking of kitchen sink with very old pipes. Hopefully snake did not poke pipes. Only time will tell. Keeping fingers crossed. They did a good job explaining and triple checked for leaks before they left. Of course they tried to upsell and gave us a metal trap they did not quote us upfront for. We would have chosen it over plastic, but price difference would need to be cleared upfront. That's the only negative. Otherwise, thus far we are very happy with the result. Thank you for coming on such short notice and on time! Super appreciated. 4.5-5 stars."

Susanne P on December 2024

Avatar for Geico Builders

Geico Builders

1901 Harrison Street
5.00(
25
)
•Approved Pro

Geico Builders

1901 Harrison Street
5.00(
25
)
•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
1753 local quotes requested

Geico Builders specializes in meeting your expectations before, during, and after the project is complete. Our most upstanding quality is our accountability--you can expect us to own the work we complete for your home. Of course, we know accountability means nothing without proof, which is why we are happy to offer a 2-year workmanship warranty to all of our clients. This is a rare quality for this industry, but we wanted to prove to you that we stand by our craftsmanship through our home remodeling construction services. Every Crew at Geico Builders has been professionally trained and will treat your home with integrity and respect.

"We are glad we went with Geico Builders for a full master bath remodel. They were very easy to work with everything went as planned and we were very happy with the results. Diane was our main choice, she knew exactly how to invasion perfect layout of our bathroom remodel. They set up a group chat with everyone to coordinate and they communicated very well. Inspections were schedule very quickly, and they forwarded us the results & paperwork as soon as they received it. Alex, the designer, was helpful in helping to putt together our design and vendor recommendations. She quickly responded to feedback & updates to our design, and she even worked through her vacation on our project. When on of the vendors got our order correctly, the Geico Builders team worked with them to quickly rectify the issue. During construction, the foreman, Tony was very well organized and good to work with. His team was friendly, careful, and they kept the place as clean as they could. They follow up with us throughout construction to ensure that every detail of the construction was built to what we wanted."

Michael C on September 2025

Geico Builders specializes in meeting your expectations before, during, and after the project is complete. Our most upstanding quality is our accountability--you can expect us to own the work we complete for your home. Of course, we know accountability means nothing without proof, which is why we are happy to offer a 2-year workmanship warranty to all of our clients. This is a rare quality for this industry, but we wanted to prove to you that we stand by our craftsmanship through our home remodeling construction services. Every Crew at Geico Builders has been professionally trained and will treat your home with integrity and respect.

"We are glad we went with Geico Builders for a full master bath remodel. They were very easy to work with everything went as planned and we were very happy with the results. Diane was our main choice, she knew exactly how to invasion perfect layout of our bathroom remodel. They set up a group chat with everyone to coordinate and they communicated very well. Inspections were schedule very quickly, and they forwarded us the results & paperwork as soon as they received it. Alex, the designer, was helpful in helping to putt together our design and vendor recommendations. She quickly responded to feedback & updates to our design, and she even worked through her vacation on our project. When on of the vendors got our order correctly, the Geico Builders team worked with them to quickly rectify the issue. During construction, the foreman, Tony was very well organized and good to work with. His team was friendly, careful, and they kept the place as clean as they could. They follow up with us throughout construction to ensure that every detail of the construction was built to what we wanted."

Michael C on September 2025

Avatar for Welcome Home Landscape & Lawn Care

Welcome Home Landscape & Lawn Care

2265 Reading Avenue
4.72(
43
)
•Approved Pro

Welcome Home Landscape & Lawn Care

2265 Reading Avenue
4.72(
43
)
•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 90% of Angi customers
Recommended by 90% of HomeAdvisor customers
949 local quotes requested

Welcome Home Landscape & Lawn Care offers Design, Installation, and Maintenance services with over 30 years of experience. We are extremely knowledgeable in our industry and are very customer service oriented. Working with the top nursery’s in the Bay area, allows us to have the best plant selection available. We look forward to consulting with you on your projects now and in the future!

"We enjoyed working with Welcome Home! We had a couple needs, one of which was open-ended and Ken was so helpful and informative, helping us figure out the best way to make the project happen. He and his team addressed the bamboo issue in our yard, removed dead plants, fixed our irrigation, and gave us lots of useful tips. We would definitely work with them again!"

Amy C on August 2024

Welcome Home Landscape & Lawn Care offers Design, Installation, and Maintenance services with over 30 years of experience. We are extremely knowledgeable in our industry and are very customer service oriented. Working with the top nursery’s in the Bay area, allows us to have the best plant selection available. We look forward to consulting with you on your projects now and in the future!

"We enjoyed working with Welcome Home! We had a couple needs, one of which was open-ended and Ken was so helpful and informative, helping us figure out the best way to make the project happen. He and his team addressed the bamboo issue in our yard, removed dead plants, fixed our irrigation, and gave us lots of useful tips. We would definitely work with them again!"

Amy C on August 2024

...
Showing 1-10 of 972
FAQs for sod installation projects in Hayward, CA

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 Hayward, CA homeowners’ guide to sod installations

From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.

See all articles