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Hutchins Landscape & Lawn Maintenance LLC
4.7(
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Serving Hillsborough, NC and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1999

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"Jon and his team installed a front yard irrigation system for me and tilled and graded my entire yard. Jon and his team delivered high quality results! I had a lot of questions and Jon was attentive to all of them. I will 100% hire them again for my landscaping needs!"
BEFORE: boring, small patio.
AFTER: larger, raised, rounded, beautiful patio.
BEFORE: boring, crowded, builder's special patio...
AFTER patio, seat wall, and retaining wall.
Fresh sod with newly landscaped natural area and pine straw.

+37

Response time1 day
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Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Lemonade Landscaping
5.0(
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Serving Hillsborough, NC and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

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Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"We love our stone steps installed by Alan with Lemonade Landscaping! They function perfectly and such an improvement over the previous steps that were broken and shallow. Alan communicated well and promptly and the pricing was beyond fair! He is personable and caring. We would definitely recommend this company for your landscaping needs!!"
From Rot to Rock: Custom Concrete Pavers Step Transformation
Before & after cleaning the pond
Retaining wall from back side
Driveway Defender: Retaining Wall Install
Courtyard grading and landscape

+159

Response time2 days
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Vert Life Landscaping, LLC
4.6(
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Serving Hillsborough, NC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2017

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"Brayan tore out some old, uneven pavers and leveled and installed new ones for me. He also built a small retaining wall to bring the space together. His work was excellent and he was very responsive throughout the process. He was able to start the work within a couple weeks of stopping by for my estimate and it only took him 2 days to complete the job. Additionally, the cost for materials and labor was very fair. Heâ s a wonderful person to work with and I will be recommending him to others."
Response time3 hrs
Response rate98%
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Swanson Landscapes
5.0(
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Serving Hillsborough, NC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2015

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Credit card accepted

"Swanson quoted a fair price and after working to reschedule because of rain, showed up promptly and ready to work with a plan. Things changed a bit (there was an unknown existing blocked french drain) but work was completed on time and seems to be working as needed. I'm certain this was a much less creative task than their usual landscaping creations, but they were very professional and I would hire them again for more interesting work. Thanks!"
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Vert Life Landscaping LLC
5.0(
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Serving Hillsborough, NC and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Vert LIfe did a major backyard leveling and landscaping project with us and were great every step of the way. The gave us the most reasonable price, turned our backyard into a useable space and were prompt and communicative throughout the process! Highly recommend using them!"
Lawn was till up.
Sod was lay and cut the edges of the bed lines.
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FAQs for sod installation projects in Hillsborough, NC

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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