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Southern Brothers Landscaping & Lawn Maintenance
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Serving New Port Richey, FL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2013

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"We contacted Dakota and Southern Brothers Landscape Design to get a quote on remodeling our landscaping in Huntington at Safety Harbor. He showed up on time and brought his entire crew with him. He was my second quote and we walked the property while discussing expectations. He gave a fair price and could start immediately after agreeing. My lawn was serviced the same day and looked great. We discussed our future project of replacing old sod with new sod along with new azaleas. He quoted another fair price and we agreed to do the upgrade. The new sod looks great and cut good around the corners and green. His team dug out an old tree and replaced with new azaleas. The new azaleas on both sides of front door were planted in a strategic direction to bring the best look. Also completed new brown mulch on all the beds on the property with expert mulching. We are happy with the purchase and the service all of the employees. They are polite and respectful. Dakota always responds to texts with an answer. A++ Tommy Ming 727-262-4002"
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Response time1 day
21 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Landscape By Design
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Serving New Port Richey, FL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2006

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"Mark Higgins did a super job landscaping the front of our house and front yard bed. The front of our house now has "curb appeal" thanks to his recommendations. He and his crew did a great job clearing out the old plants and installing the new ones. Would definitely hire again."
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Response time3 days
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Southern Concepts Landscaping, LLC
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Serving New Port Richey, FL and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

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"I am utterly thrilled with Richards Lawncare and Landscaping LLC +1 (864) 396-6784 Such an upstanding man, Blake is a former Marine and Police officer, who just started his own landscaping business. He is hard working, easy to communicate with and an excellent landscaper. He arrived on time @9am and stayed until finished at 7pm He would have finished sooner but ran over a screw and flattened a tire while picking up mulch!!! Someone asked if he was reasonably priced. This is my answer: I donâ  t know? He was in line with another quote I received. How does one really know what is reasonable? Itâ  s not like you can research it because I tried. Every job is different and everyoneâ  s performance is different. All I can say is I was pleased with his work, work ethic, and was happy to support him in his new career. I like to support vets and former first responders who work hard trying to support their families. It was worth every penny to me because he accomplished in one day something i would never have been able to do on my ownð   ð  Â"
Response time12 hrs
20 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by77%of homeowners
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C&B Services LLC
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Serving New Port Richey, FL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

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"They did a great job on the irrigation , new sod, landscaping with palms, plants & marble rock beds. Everything turned out great. Camilo was very detail oriented & thorough. I would highly recommend his company for all your lawn & landscaping needs. Always on time & very happy with the end results !"
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Response time1 day
Response rate97%
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BlackHorizon Landscapes
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Serving New Port Richey, FL and surrounding areas

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"I hired Xavier and his team to redo my backyard for my new house, Xavier came up with ideas and options and it came out exactly as planned. I had all sorts of rocks, much and plants installed and it looks great. Would definitely recommend"
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FAQs for sod installation projects in New Port Richey, 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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