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Avatar for Braley & Finnegan, LLC

Braley & Finnegan, LLC

PO Box 246
4.90(
70
)
•Approved Pro

Braley & Finnegan, LLC

PO Box 246
4.90(
70
)
•Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 95% of Angi customers
Recommended by 95% of HomeAdvisor customers
16 years of experience

We are a local family operated company, with a mission to provide dedicated, personalized, quality service to each of our customers. We believe gardens and nature bring out the best in people. We connect individually with every client to build and foster lasting relationships. Communication, professionalism, and detail is at the core of our promise. We specialize in Landscape Design, Plantings, Hardscape, Lawn Care, General Maintenance and much more.

"After careful consideration we chose Braley and Finnegan to do a landscaping project for us. They did an excellent job cleaning up and removing the plants in front of our porch. They then picked new plants for the front of our house that were low maintenance and would not overgrow like our previous ones. They also brought in any necessary dirt and mulched. We loved their work and decided to hire them to improve our lawn and for regular maintenance and mowing. Our lawn has improved drastically since we started working with Braley and Finnegan. They are our go to company for any work that needs to be done in our yard!"

Jacquelyn G on April 2025

We are a local family operated company, with a mission to provide dedicated, personalized, quality service to each of our customers. We believe gardens and nature bring out the best in people. We connect individually with every client to build and foster lasting relationships. Communication, professionalism, and detail is at the core of our promise. We specialize in Landscape Design, Plantings, Hardscape, Lawn Care, General Maintenance and much more.

"After careful consideration we chose Braley and Finnegan to do a landscaping project for us. They did an excellent job cleaning up and removing the plants in front of our porch. They then picked new plants for the front of our house that were low maintenance and would not overgrow like our previous ones. They also brought in any necessary dirt and mulched. We loved their work and decided to hire them to improve our lawn and for regular maintenance and mowing. Our lawn has improved drastically since we started working with Braley and Finnegan. They are our go to company for any work that needs to be done in our yard!"

Jacquelyn G on April 2025

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Tate's Property Care, LLC

46 Ebony Ln
5.00(
5
)
•Approved Pro

Tate's Property Care, LLC

46 Ebony Ln
5.00(
5
)
•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
6 years of experience

Tate's Property Care 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. 24/7 Emergency Service - Call (860) 575-6745

"very satisfactory; job well done; very professional"

jim r on August 2023

Tate's Property Care 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. 24/7 Emergency Service - Call (860) 575-6745

"very satisfactory; job well done; very professional"

jim r on August 2023

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RED LINE LANDSCAPES LLC

551 TOWN ST
4.25(
4
)
•Approved Pro

RED LINE LANDSCAPES LLC

551 TOWN ST
4.25(
4
)
•Approved Pro
4 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Full Service landscaping company servicing CT and surrounding areas. Specializing in Hardscapes, Retaining Walls, Patios and more.

"I considered Mike a friend and was very patient over the course of the 2 year pavers install. I understood his commitment with work so I had tremendous grace during the time it took him to finish. A year after completion the ground settled to a point where the pavers sunk and separated. Also retaining caps began loosening and popping off. I?ve contacted Mike on 3 different occasions and he has repeatedly ignored my request for repairs. "

Brian R on September 2025

Full Service landscaping company servicing CT and surrounding areas. Specializing in Hardscapes, Retaining Walls, Patios and more.

"I considered Mike a friend and was very patient over the course of the 2 year pavers install. I understood his commitment with work so I had tremendous grace during the time it took him to finish. A year after completion the ground settled to a point where the pavers sunk and separated. Also retaining caps began loosening and popping off. I?ve contacted Mike on 3 different occasions and he has repeatedly ignored my request for repairs. "

Brian R on September 2025

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Beachfront Softwash

310 Flanders Rd
4.67(
6
)
•Approved Pro

Beachfront Softwash

310 Flanders Rd
4.67(
6
)
•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
180 local quotes requested

We are a local business with a goal to exceed expectations. Fast and easy scheduling with the most competitive pricing in the area. All of our techs have been trained and practice all the same systems we have in place to ensure consistent results. Safe, fast, and cost efficient services. Our ability to Soft Wash exterior surfaces makes it safer on your home, buildings, bushes, vegetation and the rest of your property. This is how the professionals do it.

"Great! Would recommend"

Tammy L on July 2023

We are a local business with a goal to exceed expectations. Fast and easy scheduling with the most competitive pricing in the area. All of our techs have been trained and practice all the same systems we have in place to ensure consistent results. Safe, fast, and cost efficient services. Our ability to Soft Wash exterior surfaces makes it safer on your home, buildings, bushes, vegetation and the rest of your property. This is how the professionals do it.

"Great! Would recommend"

Tammy L on July 2023

Divine View LLC.

142 Borrmann Rd
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Divine View LLC.

142 Borrmann Rd
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•Approved Pro
160 local quotes requested
5 years of experience

Landscaping business locally owned and operated we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. Call or message us to schedule an estimate today!

Landscaping business locally owned and operated we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. Call or message us to schedule an estimate today!

FS Landscaping LLC

12 Read St
No reviews

FS Landscaping LLC

12 Read St
No reviews

Lawn care

Lawn care

Lon Ackley Excavation and Landscaping

62 Yawbux Valley Rd
1.00(
1
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Lon Ackley Excavation and Landscaping

62 Yawbux Valley Rd
1.00(
1
)
24 years of experience

checks and cash and payment plans

checks and cash and payment plans

A Bond Excavating

240 Whippoorwill Rd
5.00(
2
)

A Bond Excavating

240 Whippoorwill Rd
5.00(
2
)
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Excavation, Demolition and Dumpsters

Excavation, Demolition and Dumpsters

Go Organic

1244 Thompson Rd
5.00(
1
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Go Organic

1244 Thompson Rd
5.00(
1
)
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Go Organic

Go Organic

Mr. Handyman of Norwich, New London, Glastonbury

66 Franklin St
No reviews

Mr. Handyman of Norwich, New London, Glastonbury

66 Franklin St
No reviews
Emergency services offered

Mr. Handyman is your one-stop shop for a wide range of home maintenance and repair solutions. Our service technicians are highly skilled craftsmen with over 20 years experience in the field. They are background checked and drug tested. We are licensed, Bonded, Insured and guarantee our work.

Mr. Handyman is your one-stop shop for a wide range of home maintenance and repair solutions. Our service technicians are highly skilled craftsmen with over 20 years experience in the field. They are background checked and drug tested. We are licensed, Bonded, Insured and guarantee our work.

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FAQs for sod installation projects in Waterford, 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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