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Guz Landscaping Services
4.9(
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Serving Indian Trail, NC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2021

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Carlos and his team did an excellent job with my backyard sod installation! Definitely recommend for any landscaping needs!"
Pine needles removal
Fresh look
Front Look
Overgrown Bushes
Overgrown Shrubs

+31

Response time1 day
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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YYY&D Landscaping MT LLC
4.8(
17
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Serving Indian Trail, NC and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I highly recommend. Very professional, dependable and fair pricing. Jose did an amazing job repairimg loose pavers and moving my retainer wall. Thanks.."
Paver project
Paver project
Paver project
Paver project
Paver project

+38

Response time2 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by64%of homeowners
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New England Hardscapes & Landscapes
5.0(
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Serving Indian Trail, NC and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Matt Clark, owner of New England Hardscapes and Landscapes is among the most honest, diligent, creative, reliable and friendly contractors I've ever hired. Matt has a creative eye and only does work with the highest quality. He helped me design and then install terracing in my backyard. I could not have asked for a better outcome. The workmanship is outstanding and of the highest quality and value. I 100% recommend Matt to anyone looking for an honest and talented artisan."
Patio, fire pit stone wood rack
Patio,seating wall and shrubs
Round patio with seating wall
Private patio,knee wall, columns and landscaping
Knee wall patio and firepit

+84

Response time2 days
Response rate93%
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Jose Santos Landscaping
4.8(
27
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Serving Indian Trail, NC and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Mr. Santos came out to the house to look at several landscaping projects that I had going on. He provided a competitive quote for the entire project and he offered to help me remove some branches off a tree in the front yard on the spot. He pruned the dead part of the tree and nicely stacked up the sticks and limb for the city to pick up. Very kind gentlemen and I plan to hire him again."
Landscaping Irrigation Lighting
Landscaping Irrigation Lighting
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+72

Response time4 hrs
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Mills Landscaping
5.0(
13
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Serving Indian Trail, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We hired Mills Landscaping two different times recently. The first time was to cut down a few trees and have the stump removed. They did such an amazing job that I decided I need a few more things done. They came back and installed a border along my front my house for my plants and added some more gravel stones to my fire pit area. They also cleaned up the weeds which I hate doing! I highly recommend Mills Landscaping as they not only do an amazing job but they are extremely affordable!"
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+4

Response time3 days
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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FAQs for sod installation projects in Indian Trail, 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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