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All Star Outdoors

5.00(
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All Star Outdoors

5.00(
4
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•Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
189 local quotes requested

Commercial and Residential Landscapes, Hardscapes, and Fencing designed and installed by professionals who take pride in their work. Serving Pensacola, Milton, Pace, Gulf Breeze, and Cantonment, FL.

"Professional"

William B on June 2023

Commercial and Residential Landscapes, Hardscapes, and Fencing designed and installed by professionals who take pride in their work. Serving Pensacola, Milton, Pace, Gulf Breeze, and Cantonment, FL.

"Professional"

William B on June 2023

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McDonald Construction

10610 Chemstrand Rd
4.60(
10
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McDonald Construction

10610 Chemstrand Rd
4.60(
10
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•Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 90% of Angi customers
Recommended by 90% of HomeAdvisor customers
147 local quotes requested

We will get your property exactly how you want it. Landscaping, hardscaping, fencing, tree work, dirt work, etc. No matter the job, we can get it done.

"I should have known right from the start when Kasey (McDonald Construction) showed up with battery powered equipment for my sod install giving me an estimate. Not only did they lay the sod directly over the old grass, but Kasey said it would live. Looking back the sod they laid had good roots and green, but had little to no dirt. So with all the watering we did (daily) did nothing to get the sod to take root, especially the sod that was laid on top of existing grass. So much for the battery powered EGO small tiller."

Owen M on September 2025

We will get your property exactly how you want it. Landscaping, hardscaping, fencing, tree work, dirt work, etc. No matter the job, we can get it done.

"I should have known right from the start when Kasey (McDonald Construction) showed up with battery powered equipment for my sod install giving me an estimate. Not only did they lay the sod directly over the old grass, but Kasey said it would live. Looking back the sod they laid had good roots and green, but had little to no dirt. So with all the watering we did (daily) did nothing to get the sod to take root, especially the sod that was laid on top of existing grass. So much for the battery powered EGO small tiller."

Owen M on September 2025

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New Creations Lawn Care Services

1059 Aden Court
4.17(
23
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New Creations Lawn Care Services

1059 Aden Court
4.17(
23
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•Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
484 local quotes requested
6 years of experience

New Creation lawn care services Is excited to announce that we are adding housecleaning services!! We will continue performing all lawn care services with excellence for all landscaping and lawn services with 15 years of residential and commercial experience. We can take care of the inside and the outside of your home!! In addition to mowing, weed eating, edging, fertilizing, trimming, mulching, bed design, land clearing, pressure washing, we are now performing housecleaning and window cleaning services. **Call for a FREE estimate**

"The crew from New Creations always does a great job on my lawn and landscaping work. Their service is timely and completed with care. For lawn maintenance done as you would want to do it yourself, call the folks at New Creations. Lawn mowing, weed eating, edging, spraying for weeds and catching and removal of grass and weed clippings is part of the lawn service. You can expect excellence to be something you can count on from them."

Patricia D on October 2023

New Creation lawn care services Is excited to announce that we are adding housecleaning services!! We will continue performing all lawn care services with excellence for all landscaping and lawn services with 15 years of residential and commercial experience. We can take care of the inside and the outside of your home!! In addition to mowing, weed eating, edging, fertilizing, trimming, mulching, bed design, land clearing, pressure washing, we are now performing housecleaning and window cleaning services. **Call for a FREE estimate**

"The crew from New Creations always does a great job on my lawn and landscaping work. Their service is timely and completed with care. For lawn maintenance done as you would want to do it yourself, call the folks at New Creations. Lawn mowing, weed eating, edging, spraying for weeds and catching and removal of grass and weed clippings is part of the lawn service. You can expect excellence to be something you can count on from them."

Patricia D on October 2023

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Landworx Construction

5.00(
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Landworx Construction

5.00(
5
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•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
254 local quotes requested

Family owned business with over 3 years of experience handling all of your home services needs. We specialize in Landscaping and landscaping design, Hardscaping & Pavers. We can build you a beautiful outdoor living area or kitchen. We also specialize in dock building and repair and decks and porches. We pride ourselves on quality work. Call us today for a free estimate. We look forward to hearing from you.

"Excellent. Great communication, work was done in just a couple of days as was discussed with Ryan. I would highly recommend Altura to anyone I know. They do great work."

Gavin W on March 2025

Family owned business with over 3 years of experience handling all of your home services needs. We specialize in Landscaping and landscaping design, Hardscaping & Pavers. We can build you a beautiful outdoor living area or kitchen. We also specialize in dock building and repair and decks and porches. We pride ourselves on quality work. Call us today for a free estimate. We look forward to hearing from you.

"Excellent. Great communication, work was done in just a couple of days as was discussed with Ryan. I would highly recommend Altura to anyone I know. They do great work."

Gavin W on March 2025

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Childress Lawn & Services

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Childress Lawn & Services

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3 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Childress Lawn & Services is locally owned and operated. Our crew members have the best attitude and are dedicated to making the customer happy. At our company, we understand that outdoor landscaping is not just about creating a visually appealing space, but also about ensuring that it meets your practical needs. Give us a call or click for an estimate today!

Childress Lawn & Services is locally owned and operated. Our crew members have the best attitude and are dedicated to making the customer happy. At our company, we understand that outdoor landscaping is not just about creating a visually appealing space, but also about ensuring that it meets your practical needs. Give us a call or click for an estimate today!

Beyond Your Expectations Consulting LLC

4.88(
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Beyond Your Expectations Consulting LLC

4.88(
8
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•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
656 local quotes requested

We specialize in all phases of landscaping, hardscaping, lawn maintenance, routine mowing services, mulch spreading, yard clean ups, and more! 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 all the services we offer below and call -or- click to schedule a free estimate today!

"Awesome job"

Steven V on March 2025

We specialize in all phases of landscaping, hardscaping, lawn maintenance, routine mowing services, mulch spreading, yard clean ups, and more! 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 all the services we offer below and call -or- click to schedule a free estimate today!

"Awesome job"

Steven V on March 2025

Personal Touch Lawn Care

1009 Savannah St
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Personal Touch Lawn Care

1009 Savannah St
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WALLS WITH AN ATTITUDE

1619 N BURTON WOOD DR
5.00(
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WALLS WITH AN ATTITUDE

1619 N BURTON WOOD DR
5.00(
1
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

We a small faux finish company that specializes in unique finishes such as textures, metallics, glassbead, foils and more. Whether you're building, remodeling or just need a room, wall or cabinet redone we can do it. It's just my husband and I so you're guarenteed topnotch service and quality. We take check or cash.

"Outstanding, informative Husband Wife team performed a very professional, quality kitchen cabinet painting job on budget and in reasonable time while willing to commute quite a distance to our project. They showed utmost respect for our time, home, and property; we barely noticed they were there working & their clean up was impeccable. Their estimate and price was appropriate, aligned, & they gladly went above & beyond to creatively add special minor carpentry touches & repair needs that left our cabinetry woodwork way better than they found it. They have warm personalities with exceptional pride in their trade with an honesty, integrity, & great attention to detail. Very highly recommend."

Kelly T on July 2019

We a small faux finish company that specializes in unique finishes such as textures, metallics, glassbead, foils and more. Whether you're building, remodeling or just need a room, wall or cabinet redone we can do it. It's just my husband and I so you're guarenteed topnotch service and quality. We take check or cash.

"Outstanding, informative Husband Wife team performed a very professional, quality kitchen cabinet painting job on budget and in reasonable time while willing to commute quite a distance to our project. They showed utmost respect for our time, home, and property; we barely noticed they were there working & their clean up was impeccable. Their estimate and price was appropriate, aligned, & they gladly went above & beyond to creatively add special minor carpentry touches & repair needs that left our cabinetry woodwork way better than they found it. They have warm personalities with exceptional pride in their trade with an honesty, integrity, & great attention to detail. Very highly recommend."

Kelly T on July 2019

Brackish Construction and Consulting LLC

3884 Elevator Ct
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Brackish Construction and Consulting LLC

3884 Elevator Ct
No reviews yet
4 years of experience

Our company specializes in residential and commercial fencing. Wood and chainlink is out specialty. We enjoy chainlink repair and everything in between. Sagging gates no more! We build a relationship with our customers that last for years to come. Veteran owned and operated, we go above and beyond the call of duty.

Our company specializes in residential and commercial fencing. Wood and chainlink is out specialty. We enjoy chainlink repair and everything in between. Sagging gates no more! We build a relationship with our customers that last for years to come. Veteran owned and operated, we go above and beyond the call of duty.

Custom Jhon's Lawn Service

5.00(
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Custom Jhon's Lawn Service

5.00(
6
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
"We were SO pleased with Custom Johns landscaping. They quoted us a very fair price compared to many competitors in the area. They were very eager to please. The turn around time was days not weeks. Their work was absolutely beautiful. They completed a big job in 2 days. They were also flexible with any changes I asked for. I highly recommend this company."

corey h on September 2023

"We were SO pleased with Custom Johns landscaping. They quoted us a very fair price compared to many competitors in the area. They were very eager to please. The turn around time was days not weeks. Their work was absolutely beautiful. They completed a big job in 2 days. They were also flexible with any changes I asked for. I highly recommend this company."

corey h on September 2023

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FAQs for sod installation projects in Jay, FL

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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