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Avatar for J Berlangieri Landscaping Service, LLC

J Berlangieri Landscaping Service, LLC

4.63(
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J Berlangieri Landscaping Service, LLC

4.63(
19
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Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: Super punctual
20 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

J Berlangieri Landscaping Service, LLC, is locally owned and operated, with over 25 years of residential and commercial experience. We have the skills and experience to tackle jobs of all sizes! We keep your vision in mind at all times and pride ourselves on our great customer service! Let us �wow,� you with our quick, reliable, safe and professional touch with any of your lawn care projects. We have both customer and trade references, all available upon request. Our reputation for listening and problem solving precedes us. We have an expert eye for detail and troubleshooting, as well as being able to work out the best solution for the client. So if details matter and you want someone who listens then, we would like you to be our next happy customer! Call for your free estimate today!

"Taking great care of my lawn. "

Henry W on May 2025

J Berlangieri Landscaping Service, LLC, is locally owned and operated, with over 25 years of residential and commercial experience. We have the skills and experience to tackle jobs of all sizes! We keep your vision in mind at all times and pride ourselves on our great customer service! Let us �wow,� you with our quick, reliable, safe and professional touch with any of your lawn care projects. We have both customer and trade references, all available upon request. Our reputation for listening and problem solving precedes us. We have an expert eye for detail and troubleshooting, as well as being able to work out the best solution for the client. So if details matter and you want someone who listens then, we would like you to be our next happy customer! Call for your free estimate today!

"Taking great care of my lawn. "

Henry W on May 2025


Sunrise Paving

5.00(
5
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Sunrise Paving

5.00(
5
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Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
66 local quotes requested

Sunrise Paving is a team of skilled landscapers providing quality workmanship and excellent customer service. We don't stop until we see perfection! 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!

"Nick and his crew were AMAZING! They were professional, polite, and clean. Nick was insightful and instantly came up with a concept design and plan. They installed a yard drainage system, created a front walkway with pavers and steps, regraded our whole property, added mulch beds, added top soil and seeded with hay for a new lawn. They worked fast and had the entire project finished in a week’s time. Highly recommend!"

April S on August 2024

Sunrise Paving is a team of skilled landscapers providing quality workmanship and excellent customer service. We don't stop until we see perfection! 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!

"Nick and his crew were AMAZING! They were professional, polite, and clean. Nick was insightful and instantly came up with a concept design and plan. They installed a yard drainage system, created a front walkway with pavers and steps, regraded our whole property, added mulch beds, added top soil and seeded with hay for a new lawn. They worked fast and had the entire project finished in a week’s time. Highly recommend!"

April S on August 2024


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JWSR, LLC

4.82(
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JWSR, LLC

4.82(
11
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
14 local quotes requested

JWSR LLC is focused on providing high-quality services and customer satisfaction to each and every customer. We will do everything we can to meet your expectations and we are sure you will be happy to work with us. As experts in the field, we are known to pay exquisite attention to detail while making customer satisfaction our top priority. Call us today to learn more about how we can help you

"Excellent service,. Very responsive"

Robert H on December 2020

JWSR LLC is focused on providing high-quality services and customer satisfaction to each and every customer. We will do everything we can to meet your expectations and we are sure you will be happy to work with us. As experts in the field, we are known to pay exquisite attention to detail while making customer satisfaction our top priority. Call us today to learn more about how we can help you

"Excellent service,. Very responsive"

Robert H on December 2020


"It went great. They put in a sidewalk and wasn't real happy at first but they came back and cut driveway and put more cement. It looks great now."

Michelle S on October 2025

Experienced Landscape Design LLC - Transforming Your Outdoor Space. From excavation to landscape design and maintenance, our team brings over 25 years of experience to every project. Contact us today for a stunning outdoor oasis!

"It went great. They put in a sidewalk and wasn't real happy at first but they came back and cut driveway and put more cement. It looks great now."

Michelle S on October 2025


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Panaro Designs, LLC

4.86(
140
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Panaro Designs, LLC

4.86(
140
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
12 local quotes requested
46 years of experience

Gino Panaro is DIY Network's King of Dirt. He's definitely not what you'd expect from one of America's premier landscape contractors. He's a loud, bull-in-a-china-shop kind of guy who happens to create incredible beauty. For his landscape designs, Gino doesn't use a computer or fake graphic technology. Instead, he relies on his imagination, his hands and the help of his son Lance, who works with him in a family landscape business to create some of the most beautiful, high-end landscapes and hardscapes you'll ever see.

"Gene Panaro was excellent and easy to work with. He was very accommodating when I made adjustments to my project on the fly. The work was very well done in a timely manner and I have already received compliments from neighbors. He's such a pro that when some damage was done to a small red azalea the first words out of his mouth were "I'll get you a new azalea. What color was it?" I heartily recommend using Panaro Designs."

Bob G on October 2025

Gino Panaro is DIY Network's King of Dirt. He's definitely not what you'd expect from one of America's premier landscape contractors. He's a loud, bull-in-a-china-shop kind of guy who happens to create incredible beauty. For his landscape designs, Gino doesn't use a computer or fake graphic technology. Instead, he relies on his imagination, his hands and the help of his son Lance, who works with him in a family landscape business to create some of the most beautiful, high-end landscapes and hardscapes you'll ever see.

"Gene Panaro was excellent and easy to work with. He was very accommodating when I made adjustments to my project on the fly. The work was very well done in a timely manner and I have already received compliments from neighbors. He's such a pro that when some damage was done to a small red azalea the first words out of his mouth were "I'll get you a new azalea. What color was it?" I heartily recommend using Panaro Designs."

Bob G on October 2025


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Charles & Son Construction & Landscaping Inc

4.80(
45
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Charles & Son Construction & Landscaping Inc

4.80(
45
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Customers say: Terrific value
Recommended by 95% of Angi customers
Recommended by 95% of HomeAdvisor customers
147 local quotes requested

Charles & Sons Construction & Landscaping is one of the premier full service landscaping companies in the Essex/Union/Morris/Passaic county areas. Our services include landscape design,hardscape installation, patios, walkway, driveway masonry contractor, Low voltage lighting, and tree removal. Our experienced landscapers guarantee clean, prompt service. Charles & Sons Construction & Landscaping currently employees 15 professionals, so no job is too big or too small. We have a large assortment of professional equipment, We run background checks on all of our landscaping professionals.

"Incredible. Carlos and team did a wonderful job — we couldn’t be happier with our project. It was a big undertaking and Carlos walked us through every step of the way. He has a kind heart and is honest — which allows peace of mind when you have little knowledge of hardscaping/landscaping best practices, materials, etc. Thank you Charles and Sons for a fantastic job!"

Lorenza I on May 2022

Charles & Sons Construction & Landscaping is one of the premier full service landscaping companies in the Essex/Union/Morris/Passaic county areas. Our services include landscape design,hardscape installation, patios, walkway, driveway masonry contractor, Low voltage lighting, and tree removal. Our experienced landscapers guarantee clean, prompt service. Charles & Sons Construction & Landscaping currently employees 15 professionals, so no job is too big or too small. We have a large assortment of professional equipment, We run background checks on all of our landscaping professionals.

"Incredible. Carlos and team did a wonderful job — we couldn’t be happier with our project. It was a big undertaking and Carlos walked us through every step of the way. He has a kind heart and is honest — which allows peace of mind when you have little knowledge of hardscaping/landscaping best practices, materials, etc. Thank you Charles and Sons for a fantastic job!"

Lorenza I on May 2022


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Bright Edge Landscaping, LLC

4.75(
8
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Bright Edge Landscaping, LLC

4.75(
8
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Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
8 years of experience

Welcome to Bright Edge Landscaping, LLC! We are excited to exceed your expectations. As experts, we will handle your needs with the high-quality expertise that your home deserves. We offer competitive prices and customer satisfaction is our number one priority. Call us now!

"We are very happy with how our landscaping update turned out. We needed some pachysandra removed and some other large rhododendrons. The team was on time, and was able to get everything completed within a day. Our yard looks much better"

Allison K on May 2024

Welcome to Bright Edge Landscaping, LLC! We are excited to exceed your expectations. As experts, we will handle your needs with the high-quality expertise that your home deserves. We offer competitive prices and customer satisfaction is our number one priority. Call us now!

"We are very happy with how our landscaping update turned out. We needed some pachysandra removed and some other large rhododendrons. The team was on time, and was able to get everything completed within a day. Our yard looks much better"

Allison K on May 2024


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Fullerton Landscapes, L.L.C.

4.33(
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Fullerton Landscapes, L.L.C.

4.33(
19
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Customers say: Quality work
32 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Fullerton Landscapes offers over 30 years of experience in all areas of landscape architecture design and build. We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job

"friendly personable staff, owner kept in contact"

Greg G on March 2020

Fullerton Landscapes offers over 30 years of experience in all areas of landscape architecture design and build. We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job

"friendly personable staff, owner kept in contact"

Greg G on March 2020


Ernest & Sons General Contractors

4.67(
18
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Ernest & Sons General Contractors

4.67(
18
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Customers say: Quality work
404 local quotes requested
28 years of experience

Ernest & Sons General Contractors and Landscaping Design We meet all of your residential needs. * Landscape * Hardscape * Shrubs * Mulching * Planting * Top Soil * Sod * Shrub Removal * Spring Clean Up * Driveways * Pavers * Patios * Steps * Curves * Retaining Walls * Seal Coating We have over ten years in business and landscape design. We provide experienced quality work at reasonable rates. Tell us what you have in mind and we will build it for you and your family. Call Us!

"Great job."

Scott B on September 2023

Ernest & Sons General Contractors and Landscaping Design We meet all of your residential needs. * Landscape * Hardscape * Shrubs * Mulching * Planting * Top Soil * Sod * Shrub Removal * Spring Clean Up * Driveways * Pavers * Patios * Steps * Curves * Retaining Walls * Seal Coating We have over ten years in business and landscape design. We provide experienced quality work at reasonable rates. Tell us what you have in mind and we will build it for you and your family. Call Us!

"Great job."

Scott B on September 2023


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AJ Perri

4.31(
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AJ Perri

4.31(
1,531
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Customers say: Super punctual
54 years of experience

For fast and exceptional service for all of your heating, cooling or plumbing needs, call us now: 732-333-3655! Since 1971, A.J. Perri has been proudly serving New Jersey homeowners and businesses across Bergen*, Essex, Mercer, Middlesex, Monmouth, Morris*, Ocean*, Somerset, Passaic*, Hudson*, Sussex*, and Union counties. With over 50 years of experience in heating, air conditioning, plumbing, and indoor air quality systems, A.J. Perri stands behind every installation, service and product with an unmatched 100% satisfaction guarantee. A.J. Perri offers you peace of mind and an established reputation for reliability, quality, and excellence in customer service. You can trust A.J. Perri to take care of your furnace, air conditioner or plumbing repair, service, or replacement. A.J. Perri can also help you with your heat pump, air handler, ductless split system, water heater or purification, sump pump, air cleaner, air filtration system, humidifier, and air ducts. Contact us if you have any questions about service in your area. Service offered 24/7/365. For more information: call or email us at info@ajperri.com. *Additional info: Not all services available in all areas. License# 19HC00103100, 36BI01256600, PA- PA126178

"We used to love this service and gave them glowing reviews on Google in the past, but something has changed. Their customer service sucks, they don't apologize, don't call back etc. We had a hot water heater installed 2 years ago. It is still under warranty. Yesterday, 11/9/25, it broke and started leaking badly - still under a warranty from them. A.J. Perri advertises as they are 24/7 company, but they would not come yesterday and would promise us that first thing this morning, at 8 am, they would be knocking on the door. They never came, never called and never apologized. In fact, they have an attitude for misleading us and at 10 am mo one is here. The technician (do they only have 1 technician?) Is over 1 5 h away at another job. Customer service sucks with them really badly and now I feel as because we called them and voiced our dissatisfaction, no one will reach out to us or help us, while we are covered by their warranty. We had to pay for another service last night to pump"

Vio L on November 2025

For fast and exceptional service for all of your heating, cooling or plumbing needs, call us now: 732-333-3655! Since 1971, A.J. Perri has been proudly serving New Jersey homeowners and businesses across Bergen*, Essex, Mercer, Middlesex, Monmouth, Morris*, Ocean*, Somerset, Passaic*, Hudson*, Sussex*, and Union counties. With over 50 years of experience in heating, air conditioning, plumbing, and indoor air quality systems, A.J. Perri stands behind every installation, service and product with an unmatched 100% satisfaction guarantee. A.J. Perri offers you peace of mind and an established reputation for reliability, quality, and excellence in customer service. You can trust A.J. Perri to take care of your furnace, air conditioner or plumbing repair, service, or replacement. A.J. Perri can also help you with your heat pump, air handler, ductless split system, water heater or purification, sump pump, air cleaner, air filtration system, humidifier, and air ducts. Contact us if you have any questions about service in your area. Service offered 24/7/365. For more information: call or email us at info@ajperri.com. *Additional info: Not all services available in all areas. License# 19HC00103100, 36BI01256600, PA- PA126178

"We used to love this service and gave them glowing reviews on Google in the past, but something has changed. Their customer service sucks, they don't apologize, don't call back etc. We had a hot water heater installed 2 years ago. It is still under warranty. Yesterday, 11/9/25, it broke and started leaking badly - still under a warranty from them. A.J. Perri advertises as they are 24/7 company, but they would not come yesterday and would promise us that first thing this morning, at 8 am, they would be knocking on the door. They never came, never called and never apologized. In fact, they have an attitude for misleading us and at 10 am mo one is here. The technician (do they only have 1 technician?) Is over 1 5 h away at another job. Customer service sucks with them really badly and now I feel as because we called them and voiced our dissatisfaction, no one will reach out to us or help us, while we are covered by their warranty. We had to pay for another service last night to pump"

Vio L on November 2025

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FAQs for sod installation projects in Livingston, NJ

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 Livingston, NJ homeowners’ guide to sod installations

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

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