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MRO Landscaping
5.0(
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Sod - Install

Serving New Canaan, CT and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

MRO Landscaping LLC is a full-service landscaping and masonry company serving residential and commercial properties. We specialize in spring and fall cleanups, lawn maintenance, mowing, mulch installation, planting, bed maintenance, seasonal services, and masonry projects. Our team is dedicated to providing dependable service, attention to detail, and high-quality results on every job.

Masonry
walkway
retained wall
landscaped design
Stone Stair

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2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Essex & Morris Contracting Co Inc
4.7(
172
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Sod - Install

Serving New Canaan, CT and surrounding areas

In business since 1985

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"John and his team did an excellent job. John always answered my calls/text and kept me well informed of the whole process. He worked around my schedule. His team was very professional. They were always on time and kept the work area very neat. I will definitely give him a call for the next project. They removed the old driveway and retaining wall, installed a new drain, installed a new retaining wall, put down base layer, and then a new asphalt driveway."
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+2

Recommended by98%of homeowners
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G&G Overhead Doors
4.9(
56
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Sod - Install

Serving New Canaan, CT and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Went great, they Installed a brand new insulated door on my cape. Super responsive even after the install and 100% stands behind his work! I was having an issue with the lock on my door due to a manufacturing error (No fault of his) I called him up and the next day he was at my house installing a new functional lock on my door. Highly recommend!"
Remodeling - General Project
Garage Doors Project
Before
Before
Garage Doors Project

+34

Recommended by98%of homeowners
NorthWind Designs
4.9(
27
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Sod - Install

Serving New Canaan, CT and surrounding areas

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Great! Brennan took great care in thinking through the design and design elements. Craftmanship and materials were topnotch. Project was a large patio, including an area for pets, pavilion and the use of artificial turf to enhance the look and functionality. We were very pleased with the outcome and would use Brennann and the Northwind Designs team again."
Synthetic Turf Real Look
Custom pool coping
Finished w/ a beautiful sodded lawn
Lifestyle Landscapes Greenwich
Lifestyle Landscapes New Canaan

+149

Recommended by100%of homeowners
D & L Plant Care
4.3(
24
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Sod - Install

Serving New Canaan, CT and surrounding areas

In business since 1970

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I am awaiting a formal proposal but Lou has been incredibly responsive. I call him and he responds almost immediately. I have asked him for a landscape estimate and he visited my propertty twice the second time taking soil samples. This happened just two days prior to me writing this review. I expect an estimate for his services either today or tommorrow but unless he is very expensive I will enagage his services."
Response time8 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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FAQs for sod installation projects in New Canaan, CT

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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