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Royal Landscapes, LLC
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Serving Maple Shade, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 2008

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Steve did a great job putting down our sod. He was very responsive and patient about answering my many questions. Afterward he did my spring clean up and used a hand mower until the sod was rooted. He continues to mow our lawn and we will use his services again next season."
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Response time7 hrs
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
Up Next Contracting LLC
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Serving Maple Shade, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Warranties offered

Up Next Contracting LLC is a locally owned and operated business. We provide prompt response to your needs. We take pride in our company's 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!

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M Amaya Construction LLC
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Serving Maple Shade, NJ and surrounding areas

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent! I can't say enough good things about this project. We live in a 1920 Dutch Colonial, our walkway was falling apart. Miguel gave us samples to look at that would match our front Brick porch. The brickyard he sent us to allowed us to bring samples home to compare. He ordered what we wanted and within 4 days began the project. He came early in the morning and stayed well into the evening and completed the job in 2 days from demolition and removal of the old walk to the installation of the new one. He seeded the lawn that edged it. We selected him because he a patio and driveway and walkway for our nextdoor neighbors. We've lived here since 1974 and people trust the contractors we use. We highly recommend him and we always like to hire local owner operated businesses. For an additional fee he planted 2 trees in the front of the house. We are very satisfied."
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Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Quinn Brothers Masonry LLC
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Serving Maple Shade, NJ and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Pat was great! Fast, friendly and knowledgeable, he made sure I knew exactly what would be done and how. Quinn Brothers did the job right at a reasonable price! I had several estimates but I definitely picked the right company!"
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Aquelan International, LLC
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Serving Maple Shade, NJ and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Steve and his crew were very good. From start to finish it was a pleasure dealing with this company, very responsive, on time every day which was important as I have children to and from school and other daily activities. They completed the project and did so within budget. Was very happy with the results and would recommend to friends and family. The work was performed to our standards, and they were capable of doing all phases to include new insulation, new sheet rock walls, and trim and insulating, and painting. This was very convenient as it cut down on my time to find and review and hire multiple contractors."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Pennygreen
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Serving Maple Shade, NJ and surrounding areas

In business since 1976

Credit card accepted

"It did not go great. The service was fine but we did not get the results. They should have told us it would have been better in the fall. I was told that the service should not have been done in the spring. The company was fine but we did not get good results."
Recommended by86%of homeowners
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FAQs for sod installation projects in Maple Shade, 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.

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