Top-rated sod installers.

Get matched with top sod installers in North Billerica, MA

Enter your zip and get matched with up to 3 pros

Matching on HomeAdvisor

Share some details icon
Share some details about your home project.
Match with local pros icon
Within moments, match with highly-rated local pros.
Compare quotes icon
Compare quotes and choose the best pro for the job.

Find Sod installers in North Billerica

Avatar for Ever's Landscaping
Ever's Landscaping
4.8(
124
)

Serving North Billerica, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"I hired Ever's for spring clean up including cleaning up flowerbeds, installing decorative rocks in an area close to the street that only grows weeds, cutting up a fallen tree, trimming shrubs and trees and overall mulching. They arrived when promised, did a wonderful job and are great to work with. I hired Ever's to next cut down some dead trees and biweekly mowing/lawn care. Ever's was a great find and I highly recommend the company!"
After
After
Yard Clean UP
Garden Install
Landscape

+8

Response time5 hrs
Response rate85%
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for AML Landscaping
AML Landscaping
4.8(
48
)

Serving North Billerica, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"In addition to replacing a stockade fence, Arelio & crew demolished an empty garden shed, established a 4-foot edge for plants, and installed a paver patio in the middle of the back yard. They also replaced the steps from the enclosed porch to the back yard. Great job for a reasonable price -- very efficient (working late on the last day to complete job AND clean up). Would definitely hire them again."
Response time6 hrs
Response rate92%
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for K J A S Tree Services
K J A S Tree Services
5.0(
29
)

Serving North Billerica, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Outstanding! Arrived on time, worked hard, went beyond requested tasks, great team, good equipment, cleaned up thoroughly when done (the area was difficult to access so had to drive over grass and repaired that afterwards). Did such a fine job we hired him to do a major cleanup and tree-debris removal for a family member which revitalized his property. A pleasure to work with!"
Additional Photos
Additional Photos
Additional Photos
Additional Photos
Additional Photos

+34

Response time7 hrs
Response rate99%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
John K. Young Landscaping
4.6(
57
)

Serving North Billerica, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We had a completely defunct lawn and had consulted with several lawn care specialist who recommended expensive sod. John can our saw my yard and my dog and suggested that sod was not best and that we could get a good result with hydro seeding. We now have a lush green lawn and I believe it is more likely to stay that way as it was home grown. How great to find someone who did not try to do the most expensive restoration but the most appropriate for our yard. He also took us to the nursery to find some new shrubs and installed these as well. We will be using his service for lawn care going forward."
Recommended by94%of homeowners
Avatar for John's Landscape Services Inc
John's Landscape Services Inc
4.4(
124
)

Serving North Billerica, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1986

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"They did a good job. My property has some extended areas, and they missed one. When I called to let them know, they sent a team out and took care of it right away."
Additional Photos
Additional Photos
Additional Photos
Additional Photos
Additional Photos

+17

2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by83%of homeowners
Avatar for MC Tree Service and Landscape Designer
MC Tree Service and Landscape Designer
5.0(
14
)

Serving North Billerica, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

Customers say: Quick response

"I was hesitant at first to book because they came out looked around the yard gave a price verbally and said they could start the next day. There was also no signed contract/agreement which made me a little nervous but Noe and his team proved me wrong in being nervous. Noe and his team were the hardest working team I've ever hired. They worked from 8-6 with only a short lunch break. They did a great job removing and pruning trees and all on the team were friendly and courteous. They did a great job with cleanup and completed everything to what was agreed upon. Noe and his team did a great job overall and I would definitely hire them again."
Additional Photos
Additional Photos
Additional Photos
Additional Photos
Additional Photos

+19

6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by85%of homeowners
Avatar for D Zacarias Landscape & Masonry
D Zacarias Landscape & Masonry
4.9(
34
)

Serving North Billerica, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Diego and his crew were excellent. They came when scheduled on time and finished the job in one day. They cleared all the leaves trimmed the dead wood from the plants for three properties. Will hire them every year from now on."
Maintenance
Lawn Maintenance
Lawn maintenance
Lawn maintenance
Lawn maintenance

+8

Response time3 days
18 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Showing 1-10 of 19
FAQs for sod installation projects in North Billerica, MA

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 North Billerica, MA homeowners’ guide to sod installations

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

  • woman wearing gardening gloves mulching garden

    Curious who to hire for mulching? Compare mulching companies, landscapers, and tree services, plus DIY vs. pro costs, to choose the right help today.

  • A french drain with river rocks

    How much river rock will your next landscaping project need? Find out with our river rock calculator.

  • Wheelbarrow filled with topsoil in the yard

    How much topsoil do you really need for your project? Dig into this topsoil calculator to find out.