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Preferred Landscape Services Inc.
4.8(
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Serving North Plains, OR and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Our yard definitely looks a lot better but we were unhappy about several things. The regrading on the north side of the house didn't fix the standing water problem. A number of areas of the new lawn died and they wouldn't replace the sod but said that the grass would regrow in the fall. It didn't do so although a small part of it did regrow. They failed to put in a sprinkler head to reach some rose bushes and said they would come back and fix it but didn't. They kept saying that it would be finished in a week or two and months later it still wasn't done. We had to keep putting off another contractor because they still weren't done."
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+22

Response time1 day
Response rate92%
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Waterleaf Landscape, LLC
4.6(
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Serving North Plains, OR and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"They completed the sod removal and new install quickly. Hired them again a second time for pruning and tree removal. They do a great job!"
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New Ryegrass

+18

Response time7 hrs
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by76%of homeowners
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MG Landscape & Construction
4.3(
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Serving North Plains, OR and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Quick response with a bid. Showed up when promised and were very professional and courteous. Driveway and patio pressure washed and sealed to look like new. We couldn’t be happier with result. Would definitely hire Roli and team again."
Response time8 hrs
Response rate95%
Recommended by75%of homeowners
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Northwest Outdoor Living and Landscapes
4.4(
677
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Serving North Plains, OR and surrounding areas

In business since 1988

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Bret was excellent in his promptness to our requests and follow up. During his initial visit, he listened to our needs and ideas and immediately showed us basically what he would do, where and why. We reviewed photos and discussed many options and he put together a simple and complete bid which was updated and presented to us whenever there was a change. He accommodated every request transparently, asking for approval prior. We now have a much larger patio due to his design using some previously unused area in which was installed a gorgeous sitting wall around a custom natural gas fire pit. Additionally, Bret has some excellent landscaping ideas and taste and incorporates just enough lighting to enhance everything. His workmen are highly skilled, very friendly, attentive, disciplined and cleaned up every day. Whenever I asked questions they gave me good answers. We now have a stunning patio more beautiful than we had imagined. Everything was done well. You won't be disappointed if you hire them."
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Recommended by88%of homeowners
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FAQs for sod installation projects in North Plains, OR

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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