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Elite lawn care
New to Angi
Sod - Install

Serving Matthews, IN and surrounding areas

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Hi, I’m D, owner of Elite Cuts Lawn Care. I provide dependable, affordable lawn care with attention to detail and pride in every job. I offer mowing, edging, trimming, cleanups, and more. Whether you need service every week, biweekly, monthly, or just a one-time cleanup, I’m ready to help. I believe in showing up on time, communicating clearly, and leaving your property looking clean and professionally maintained. No job is too small—my goal is to earn your business and become the lawn care professional you can count on. Contact Elite Cuts Lawn Care today for a free estimate!

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Ground Control, LLC
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Sod - Install

Serving Matthews, IN and surrounding areas

In business since 2011

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Credit card accepted

Ground Control LLC, is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.\n

Response time5 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Yard Favorite
New to Angi
Sod - Install

Serving Matthews, IN and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

I have done drainage work for a while as goes for sod installation. \nI complete my projects in a safe and orderly manner as well as care for the property to the best of my abilities.

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Clean your clock and everything else
4.4(
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Sod - Install

Serving Matthews, IN and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Great! Polite and quick. Arrived on time and did a great job. Person was clean and got to work quickly. Pleasant experience!!!"
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HS contracting
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Sod - Install

Serving Matthews, IN and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Devin at KG Concrete did an excellent job installing a second lane on our driveway. He did the work at a very reasonable price. Definitely recommended!"
Response time1 day
Recommended by66%of homeowners
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Travis Creek Services
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Sod - Install

Serving Matthews, IN and surrounding areas

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Our company takes pride in doing exceptional work, completed in a timely manner. We take every opportunity to complete contracted jobs efficiently and mindful of the clients budget. Travis Creek Services will not take shortcuts. Our equipment is less than a year old, maintained well, and operated by experienced professionals. Our team will be 'on the job' when promised and will stay 'on the job' until its completed.

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FAQs for sod installation projects in Matthews, IN

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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