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Cali Landscaping, Inc.

996 Cancho Dr
3.79(
7
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Approved Pro

Cali Landscaping, Inc.

996 Cancho Dr
3.79(
7
)
Approved Pro
12 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Calilandscape 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. We look forward to work with you.

"Great communication on all aspects of the job. Both Omar and his son Omar were very professional and responsive to all of our needs and questions! On budget and ahead of schedule. I wish I had another wall that needed to be built."

Jerome H on July 2024

Calilandscape 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. We look forward to work with you.

"Great communication on all aspects of the job. Both Omar and his son Omar were very professional and responsive to all of our needs and questions! On budget and ahead of schedule. I wish I had another wall that needed to be built."

Jerome H on July 2024


Logos Landscape Co.

10800 Dale Avenue, Unit 222
4.82(
25
)
Approved Pro

Logos Landscape Co.

10800 Dale Avenue, Unit 222
4.82(
25
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Terrific value
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
9 years of experience

At Logos Landscape Co., we are 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, are what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of the interests of our customers and make their concerns the basis of our business. Please give us a call today!

"logos did a fantastic job on our outdoor patio. it was such a unique situation after years of corrosion we had rebar that was rusted and it ruined our outdoor fireplace and grill. logos absolutely crushed it and now our backyard looks amazing!!"

Chelsea V on February 2024

At Logos Landscape Co., we are 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, are what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of the interests of our customers and make their concerns the basis of our business. Please give us a call today!

"logos did a fantastic job on our outdoor patio. it was such a unique situation after years of corrosion we had rebar that was rusted and it ruined our outdoor fireplace and grill. logos absolutely crushed it and now our backyard looks amazing!!"

Chelsea V on February 2024


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Tustin Landscape

1581 Kalua Lane
4.93(
30
)
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Tustin Landscape

1581 Kalua Lane
4.93(
30
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 93% of Angi customers
Recommended by 93% of HomeAdvisor customers
18 years of experience

With over 20 years of experience serving the Tustin area, Tustin Landscape is the solution for all your landscaping needs. We take great pride in our extreme professionalism, timeliness and superior customer service on every job. We make sure to develop a lasting relationship, so that the next time service is needed there will be no question on who to call. With a 5-star rating on Google and a 4-star rating on Yelp, give us a call today!

"Jason and his crew did an excellent job. We had damaged grass in our backyard. They removed all the grass, the roots that invaded and roto tilled the whole yard. After they leveled it all they put on layers of mulch. They replaced sprinkler heads that were more effective and provided better coverage. Jason uses premium sod and his crew planted it expertly. They were always early or on time. Jason set up our sprinkler system for the first few days. He already came by and plans to do so several times for the first month. Jason is very personable and dependable. I don't think you can so wrong with this company. We are very happy with the work done."

Karyn S on September 2025

With over 20 years of experience serving the Tustin area, Tustin Landscape is the solution for all your landscaping needs. We take great pride in our extreme professionalism, timeliness and superior customer service on every job. We make sure to develop a lasting relationship, so that the next time service is needed there will be no question on who to call. With a 5-star rating on Google and a 4-star rating on Yelp, give us a call today!

"Jason and his crew did an excellent job. We had damaged grass in our backyard. They removed all the grass, the roots that invaded and roto tilled the whole yard. After they leveled it all they put on layers of mulch. They replaced sprinkler heads that were more effective and provided better coverage. Jason uses premium sod and his crew planted it expertly. They were always early or on time. Jason set up our sprinkler system for the first few days. He already came by and plans to do so several times for the first month. Jason is very personable and dependable. I don't think you can so wrong with this company. We are very happy with the work done."

Karyn S on September 2025


Green Elements Landscape

15201 Duke Street
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Green Elements Landscape

15201 Duke Street
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3 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We are a female owned business with over 17 years of experience in the landscaping industry, we are the experts you need to take care of your home or business. We handle everything from Hardscapes to Irrigation. We will treat your home as we would treat our own. Give Green Elements Landscape, a call today, we look forward to working with you.

We are a female owned business with over 17 years of experience in the landscaping industry, we are the experts you need to take care of your home or business. We handle everything from Hardscapes to Irrigation. We will treat your home as we would treat our own. Give Green Elements Landscape, a call today, we look forward to working with you.


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HavenHub Home Services

3 Corporate Plaza Dr
4.82(
44
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HavenHub Home Services

3 Corporate Plaza Dr
4.82(
44
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 95% of Angi customers
Recommended by 95% of HomeAdvisor customers
6074 local quotes requested

At HavenHub, we're more than just a home service company – we're your trusted partner in creating havens of comfort and joy. Specializing in several verticals such as Landscaping, Roofing and HVAC solutions, we bring expertise and dedication to every project we undertake. What sets us apart is our commitment to putting our customers first. From the moment you engage us, you'll receive a world class experience with us. Whether it's transforming your outdoor space into a lush oasis or ensuring your indoor climate is just right, we're here to make it happen. At HavenHub, your satisfaction and peace of mind are our top priorities, and we're honored to be a part of your home journey. Welcome to the HavenHub family, where your home is our passion.

"Haven Hub does not do landscape work. They subcontract out the job to random people who's work and experience (if any) is a mystery. The photos you see do not represent Haven Hub's work because you don't know who is actually going to show up on your property and likely, it's not going to be the same people. There is also no oversight of the project to make sure it's being done right. Here's what happened with us: 2 thorough consultations to draft a contract (Nick W), contract increases by 3k with no explanation, I was given the runaround for a few days, some poor excuse about stair walkways costing more than flat concrete and that the cost of materials was getting passed to me directly with no profit margin on Haven Hub's side, 2 weeks later people show up with no idea what they are doing on my property, we had guests that overstayed at our house so they got a hold of me at work to try and explain to someone with limited English and no video call what they needed to do. Different people showed up a week later to do concrete but had no idea what they were doing (the walkway). 2 weeks later another group shows up to lay artificial turf but I had to stop them because they didn't know where the turf was suppose to go. Keep in mind we are in contact with their "Chief Experience Officer" (Alex P) through this process. He says communication issue is because "English is not their first language" then proceeds to claim that everyone knows the project details even though they literally don't. Then they decide that they were not going to dig the planter holes or run the drip line on our yard. First it was because "your sprinkler valve is broken" (it wasn't), Alex argued with me about this as if he knew anything. Imagine someone trying to tell you about YOUR property and they have never seen or been to it. Then when his excuse wasn't getting by, the new excuse became "it's not on the contract" (the contract is vague), then when I brought up the planter holes that are clearly drawn on the contract, the excuse is "the soil in your area is difficult because it has rocks so it's going to cost you more if you want us to dig those eleven 5-gallon planter holes". I called their customer service number and got the runaround for a few weeks with the whole "we apologize that you feel this way" but never a "we apologize that we messed up" because there are two things that could have happened. 1) Nick repeated what we wanted and drew it on his project rendering but wasn't actually listening and what we asked for wasn't on the contract because he was being honestly absentminded, or 2) What we wanted in this project was heard, noted, and Haven Hub just didn't feel like doing it so they resorted to "technically its not on the contract" to pocket a larger profit. Anyway, Chanel-RS is also "an executive" and was in contact regarding the HUGE discrepancy in what we paid Haven Hub for and what we were getting. Every time I got an email it was about how they were diligently working on resolving this issue but basically, I would get calls from them at the very end of their day so if something needed to be addressed, it would just get pushed off to some unknown future date, just not that day. In the end, they didn't do anything to try and resolve anything other than send me what they think is considered an "itemized invoice" because I requested it. In total from the first consultation to project completion took 2 months. Our project was simple and basic and in the end, we did not get everything we asked and paid for, and we had to do free labor for Haven Hub. The only thing I can say that they were diligent and persistent about is trying to send someone to my house, without reasonable notice, to pick up the final payment and then constantly calling about it while the check was in a certified envelope on its way to their pretend office which apparently no one is actually at. After being as shady as they were and giving us no reason to trust them, why would I hand a 22K check to a random person showing up at my door? I'm not risking the chance of them pretending not to have it in their possession so they can charge me delinquency fees. You bet I paid the extra $10 just to certify that check. The only reason they are so scared that check isn't coming is because they are projecting their own dishonestly and lack of ethical business practices. Point is, don't hire them. You are better off just driving to Home Depot and picking up a few day workers to help you with the manpower. Haven Hub has been calling us non-stop to request that we remove our honest review. They tried to bribe us with gift cards and a "$1500 refund" to remove the original review on their business on Yelp."

Gloria N on August 2024

At HavenHub, we're more than just a home service company – we're your trusted partner in creating havens of comfort and joy. Specializing in several verticals such as Landscaping, Roofing and HVAC solutions, we bring expertise and dedication to every project we undertake. What sets us apart is our commitment to putting our customers first. From the moment you engage us, you'll receive a world class experience with us. Whether it's transforming your outdoor space into a lush oasis or ensuring your indoor climate is just right, we're here to make it happen. At HavenHub, your satisfaction and peace of mind are our top priorities, and we're honored to be a part of your home journey. Welcome to the HavenHub family, where your home is our passion.

"Haven Hub does not do landscape work. They subcontract out the job to random people who's work and experience (if any) is a mystery. The photos you see do not represent Haven Hub's work because you don't know who is actually going to show up on your property and likely, it's not going to be the same people. There is also no oversight of the project to make sure it's being done right. Here's what happened with us: 2 thorough consultations to draft a contract (Nick W), contract increases by 3k with no explanation, I was given the runaround for a few days, some poor excuse about stair walkways costing more than flat concrete and that the cost of materials was getting passed to me directly with no profit margin on Haven Hub's side, 2 weeks later people show up with no idea what they are doing on my property, we had guests that overstayed at our house so they got a hold of me at work to try and explain to someone with limited English and no video call what they needed to do. Different people showed up a week later to do concrete but had no idea what they were doing (the walkway). 2 weeks later another group shows up to lay artificial turf but I had to stop them because they didn't know where the turf was suppose to go. Keep in mind we are in contact with their "Chief Experience Officer" (Alex P) through this process. He says communication issue is because "English is not their first language" then proceeds to claim that everyone knows the project details even though they literally don't. Then they decide that they were not going to dig the planter holes or run the drip line on our yard. First it was because "your sprinkler valve is broken" (it wasn't), Alex argued with me about this as if he knew anything. Imagine someone trying to tell you about YOUR property and they have never seen or been to it. Then when his excuse wasn't getting by, the new excuse became "it's not on the contract" (the contract is vague), then when I brought up the planter holes that are clearly drawn on the contract, the excuse is "the soil in your area is difficult because it has rocks so it's going to cost you more if you want us to dig those eleven 5-gallon planter holes". I called their customer service number and got the runaround for a few weeks with the whole "we apologize that you feel this way" but never a "we apologize that we messed up" because there are two things that could have happened. 1) Nick repeated what we wanted and drew it on his project rendering but wasn't actually listening and what we asked for wasn't on the contract because he was being honestly absentminded, or 2) What we wanted in this project was heard, noted, and Haven Hub just didn't feel like doing it so they resorted to "technically its not on the contract" to pocket a larger profit. Anyway, Chanel-RS is also "an executive" and was in contact regarding the HUGE discrepancy in what we paid Haven Hub for and what we were getting. Every time I got an email it was about how they were diligently working on resolving this issue but basically, I would get calls from them at the very end of their day so if something needed to be addressed, it would just get pushed off to some unknown future date, just not that day. In the end, they didn't do anything to try and resolve anything other than send me what they think is considered an "itemized invoice" because I requested it. In total from the first consultation to project completion took 2 months. Our project was simple and basic and in the end, we did not get everything we asked and paid for, and we had to do free labor for Haven Hub. The only thing I can say that they were diligent and persistent about is trying to send someone to my house, without reasonable notice, to pick up the final payment and then constantly calling about it while the check was in a certified envelope on its way to their pretend office which apparently no one is actually at. After being as shady as they were and giving us no reason to trust them, why would I hand a 22K check to a random person showing up at my door? I'm not risking the chance of them pretending not to have it in their possession so they can charge me delinquency fees. You bet I paid the extra $10 just to certify that check. The only reason they are so scared that check isn't coming is because they are projecting their own dishonestly and lack of ethical business practices. Point is, don't hire them. You are better off just driving to Home Depot and picking up a few day workers to help you with the manpower. Haven Hub has been calling us non-stop to request that we remove our honest review. They tried to bribe us with gift cards and a "$1500 refund" to remove the original review on their business on Yelp."

Gloria N on August 2024


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Melo Gardens

375 Redondo Avenue
5.00(
7
)
Approved Pro

Melo Gardens

375 Redondo Avenue
5.00(
7
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
392 local quotes requested

Melo brings together top landscape designers, plant experts and construction gurus to turn your dream landscape into reality. We understand the importance of a hassle-free, enjoyable process and never leave a job site until our clients are 100% satisfied. Contact us to schedule an estimate today!

"Solomon and the guys at Melo Gardens were AMAZING throughout my full front yard renovation!! I replaced my boring, water-guzzling front yard with new modern, eco-friendly landscaping (part of the Long Beach lawn-to-garden program). I couldn't be happier with my finished project! Melo gardens took care of tree trimming, poured a fresh concrete pathway, installed new irrigation, and found some really awesome plants at a reasonable price. Solomon was super attentive to my needs (and trust me, I can be needy lol). He was happy to make adjustments during the installation and also made some really great recommendations. You can tell he definitely knows what he's talking about. All my neighbors have been asking about my contractor I'm happily telling everyone about my great experience!"

Ryan G on March 2024

Melo brings together top landscape designers, plant experts and construction gurus to turn your dream landscape into reality. We understand the importance of a hassle-free, enjoyable process and never leave a job site until our clients are 100% satisfied. Contact us to schedule an estimate today!

"Solomon and the guys at Melo Gardens were AMAZING throughout my full front yard renovation!! I replaced my boring, water-guzzling front yard with new modern, eco-friendly landscaping (part of the Long Beach lawn-to-garden program). I couldn't be happier with my finished project! Melo gardens took care of tree trimming, poured a fresh concrete pathway, installed new irrigation, and found some really awesome plants at a reasonable price. Solomon was super attentive to my needs (and trust me, I can be needy lol). He was happy to make adjustments during the installation and also made some really great recommendations. You can tell he definitely knows what he's talking about. All my neighbors have been asking about my contractor I'm happily telling everyone about my great experience!"

Ryan G on March 2024


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Rock N Block- Turf N Hardscapes

Santa Ana, CA 92705
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Rock N Block- Turf N Hardscapes

Santa Ana, CA 92705
New on HomeAdvisorNew on HomeAdvisor
Approved Pro
523 local quotes requested
11 years of experience

Rock N Block Landscape takes 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.

Rock N Block Landscape takes 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.


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VEGA LANDSCAPE

Myra Avenue
4.29(
200
)
Approved Pro

VEGA LANDSCAPE

Myra Avenue
4.29(
200
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
786 local quotes requested
25 years of experience

Our goal is to provide affordable solutions to modern outdoor living. With over 25 years in business we have been proudly serving Orange County earning awards from the Southern California Spring Garden Show and have been featured on some of HGTV’s highest rated shows! What separates us from our competition is owner Nick Vega, personally oversees every project from start to finish. This means direct communication with you every step of the way to ensure you are fully satisfied with the final outcome of your project. In addition to Nick’s award winning designs, we can help with all aspects of landscape and hardscape. If you’re in need of a design or you just have a small project you want taken care of give us a call!

"I can’t say enough good things about my experience with Nick and his landscaping crew. From start to finish, they were professional, hardworking, and remarkably flexible. What truly set them apart, though, was their willingness to go above and beyond—not just doing the job, but doing it with integrity, pride, and care. Nick, the owner, is one of the calmest, most pleasant professionals I’ve ever worked with. No ego, no drama—just steady communication and a genuine commitment to quality. His team brought the same energy: focused, efficient, and meticulous in everything they did. Beyond the core landscaping project, they also stepped up to repair a leaking water pipe and fix stucco damage—things that weren’t even part of the plan, but they handled them without hesitation. That kind of initiative and accountability is rare in this industry. The quality of the workmanship and the final product were nothing short of amazing. Every detail was executed beautifully, and the end result exceeded all expectations. Without question, this is the best contractor I’ve ever worked with. If you’re looking for someone who treats your home like their own, delivers outstanding results, and stays cool under pressure—Nick is your guy."

christopher b on September 2025

Our goal is to provide affordable solutions to modern outdoor living. With over 25 years in business we have been proudly serving Orange County earning awards from the Southern California Spring Garden Show and have been featured on some of HGTV’s highest rated shows! What separates us from our competition is owner Nick Vega, personally oversees every project from start to finish. This means direct communication with you every step of the way to ensure you are fully satisfied with the final outcome of your project. In addition to Nick’s award winning designs, we can help with all aspects of landscape and hardscape. If you’re in need of a design or you just have a small project you want taken care of give us a call!

"I can’t say enough good things about my experience with Nick and his landscaping crew. From start to finish, they were professional, hardworking, and remarkably flexible. What truly set them apart, though, was their willingness to go above and beyond—not just doing the job, but doing it with integrity, pride, and care. Nick, the owner, is one of the calmest, most pleasant professionals I’ve ever worked with. No ego, no drama—just steady communication and a genuine commitment to quality. His team brought the same energy: focused, efficient, and meticulous in everything they did. Beyond the core landscaping project, they also stepped up to repair a leaking water pipe and fix stucco damage—things that weren’t even part of the plan, but they handled them without hesitation. That kind of initiative and accountability is rare in this industry. The quality of the workmanship and the final product were nothing short of amazing. Every detail was executed beautifully, and the end result exceeded all expectations. Without question, this is the best contractor I’ve ever worked with. If you’re looking for someone who treats your home like their own, delivers outstanding results, and stays cool under pressure—Nick is your guy."

christopher b on September 2025


Touchstone Masonry

5772 Oakley Terrace
5.00(
8
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Approved Pro

Touchstone Masonry

5772 Oakley Terrace
5.00(
8
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
520 local quotes requested

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"Very quick - extensive project only took 2 days, they did a great job and cleaned up everything afterwards. Would absolutely hire again."

Katrina S on November 2024

Block Wall Construction Bricklaying Concrete Masonry Construction Concrete Paving Concrete Repair Driveway Construction Firepit Construction Masonry Repair Outdoor Kitchen Construction Patio/Porch Construction Paver Installation Planter Wall Construction Pool Deck Construction Retaining Wall Construction Sealcoating Sidewalk/Walkway Construction Stairs/Steps Construction Stamped Concrete Installation Stone Masonry Construction

"Very quick - extensive project only took 2 days, they did a great job and cleaned up everything afterwards. Would absolutely hire again."

Katrina S on November 2024


Eli Jimenez Affordable Landscaping & Grass Installation

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5.00(
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Eli Jimenez Affordable Landscaping & Grass Installation

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5.00(
2
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
427 local quotes requested

Eli Jimenez Affordable Landscaping & Grass Installation: Your go-to for top-notch tree services, stump removal, trimming, irrigation systems, and cleanups in Orange, CA. Unbeatable discounts available! We serve in Orange, CA, Villa Park CA; Artesia CA; Laguna Woods CA; La Palma CA; Coto De Caza CA; and the surrounding areas. Landscaping, Landscaping Contractor, Residential Landscaping Service, Front Yard Landscaping, Artificial Grass Installation Irrigation System; Tree Removal; Tree Cutting; Tree Contractor; Tree Company; For more information visit our website: https://landscaperorange.com/

"Eli did a great job installing the turf"

Lamar M on August 2024

Eli Jimenez Affordable Landscaping & Grass Installation: Your go-to for top-notch tree services, stump removal, trimming, irrigation systems, and cleanups in Orange, CA. Unbeatable discounts available! We serve in Orange, CA, Villa Park CA; Artesia CA; Laguna Woods CA; La Palma CA; Coto De Caza CA; and the surrounding areas. Landscaping, Landscaping Contractor, Residential Landscaping Service, Front Yard Landscaping, Artificial Grass Installation Irrigation System; Tree Removal; Tree Cutting; Tree Contractor; Tree Company; For more information visit our website: https://landscaperorange.com/

"Eli did a great job installing the turf"

Lamar M on August 2024

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FAQs for sod installation projects in Newport Beach, CA

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 Newport Beach, CA homeowners’ guide to sod installations

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