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Compass Landscapes, Inc.

5.00(
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Compass Landscapes, Inc.

5.00(
14
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
9 years of experience

Compass Landscapes has been the leading company for landscape design and build. We specialize in quality and attention to detail while giving all inclusive design and installation experience to our clients. We specialize in landscape construction, masonry, irrigation, lighting and planting installations, however we do NOT provide maintenance and lawn mowing services. If you want great service for a great price, contact us today!

"II am so pleased with the work performed and so grateful for the wonderful customer service provided !'"

Suzanne S on July 2024

Compass Landscapes has been the leading company for landscape design and build. We specialize in quality and attention to detail while giving all inclusive design and installation experience to our clients. We specialize in landscape construction, masonry, irrigation, lighting and planting installations, however we do NOT provide maintenance and lawn mowing services. If you want great service for a great price, contact us today!

"II am so pleased with the work performed and so grateful for the wonderful customer service provided !'"

Suzanne S on July 2024


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AML Landscaping

4.83(
48
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AML Landscaping

4.83(
48
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 91% of Angi customers
Recommended by 91% of HomeAdvisor customers
10 local quotes requested

We take 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.

"I couldn’t be happier with the work from AML Landscaping! They removed a large tree and trimmed several shrubs around my yard, and the results are outstanding. The crew was professional, punctual, and friendly. Their pricing was very fair, and they left everything spotless when they were done. It’s rare to find a company that combines skill, efficiency, and genuine kindness — but these folks nailed it. My yard has never looked this clean and professional. Highly recommend them to anyone looking for top-quality tree and landscaping work!"

Vanessa D on November 2025

We take 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.

"I couldn’t be happier with the work from AML Landscaping! They removed a large tree and trimmed several shrubs around my yard, and the results are outstanding. The crew was professional, punctual, and friendly. Their pricing was very fair, and they left everything spotless when they were done. It’s rare to find a company that combines skill, efficiency, and genuine kindness — but these folks nailed it. My yard has never looked this clean and professional. Highly recommend them to anyone looking for top-quality tree and landscaping work!"

Vanessa D on November 2025


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Elmer's Lawn Maintenance

4.87(
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Elmer's Lawn Maintenance

4.87(
41
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 97% of Angi customers
Recommended by 97% of HomeAdvisor customers
10 years of experience

Welcome to Elmer's Lawn Maintenance! Owner and operator, Elmer, takes great pride in his professionalism and customer satisfaction.Elmer and his team are the experts you need to take care of your lawn! With over 15 years of experience, we can handle any project you want with promptness and professionalism. We will always treat your yard as we would our own, and will make you our top priority. Give Elmer's Lawn Maintenance a call today! You won't be disappointed.

"I hired Elmer and his crew to rehabilitate my landscaping after I purchased a new home. (I discovered that the developer filled a lot of the yard with stone dust, so the sod died. Also, the developer dumped a lot of dyed woodchips in the yard.) Elmer was very honest about the strengths and weaknesses about the existing landscaping. He and his crew removed the stone dust and replaced it with rich soil. They reseeded the yard and provided me with instructions about how to maintain the seeds so they would germinate. They replaced the bad dyed woodchips with more natural mulch, and they replaced dead plantings with live plantings that were more suited to the site. Overall, they did a great job. I would definitely hire them again for any future landscaping."

Rachel W on October 2025

Welcome to Elmer's Lawn Maintenance! Owner and operator, Elmer, takes great pride in his professionalism and customer satisfaction.Elmer and his team are the experts you need to take care of your lawn! With over 15 years of experience, we can handle any project you want with promptness and professionalism. We will always treat your yard as we would our own, and will make you our top priority. Give Elmer's Lawn Maintenance a call today! You won't be disappointed.

"I hired Elmer and his crew to rehabilitate my landscaping after I purchased a new home. (I discovered that the developer filled a lot of the yard with stone dust, so the sod died. Also, the developer dumped a lot of dyed woodchips in the yard.) Elmer was very honest about the strengths and weaknesses about the existing landscaping. He and his crew removed the stone dust and replaced it with rich soil. They reseeded the yard and provided me with instructions about how to maintain the seeds so they would germinate. They replaced the bad dyed woodchips with more natural mulch, and they replaced dead plantings with live plantings that were more suited to the site. Overall, they did a great job. I would definitely hire them again for any future landscaping."

Rachel W on October 2025


"Knowledgeable team; kept me up to date on project tatus - prompt and proactive communication; work was completed efficiently, and produced the results I sought. Would easily hire again for additional projects!"

Josh B on October 2023

With over 10 years in landscaping and lawn maintenance, we are the experts you need to take care of your home or business. We will treat yours as we would our own. Give MSL Landscaping a call today, we look forward to working with you!

"Knowledgeable team; kept me up to date on project tatus - prompt and proactive communication; work was completed efficiently, and produced the results I sought. Would easily hire again for additional projects!"

Josh B on October 2023


Mendoza Landscaping

4.92(
20
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Mendoza Landscaping

4.92(
20
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Terrific value
Recommended by 95% of Angi customers
Recommended by 95% of HomeAdvisor customers
26 years of experience

prides itself on being the number one Home Improvement In the area. We service both residential and commercial properties. We've built an excellent reputation for customer satisfaction by providing quick estimates, a great attention to detail, and competitive pricing. Being a screened and approved professional gives you the peace of mind you need to allow us to give your home the attention it deserves.

"We called Scott Mendoza from Mendoza landscaping and he responded very quickly which was great. He came out gave us an estimate on the spot and we hired him right away because we could tell that he knew his business! He started yesterday and finished today with a total clean up and cut he did a fantastic job and we highly recommend his company to anyone looking for lawn care needs you won't be disappointed ! "

JOHN S on November 2025

prides itself on being the number one Home Improvement In the area. We service both residential and commercial properties. We've built an excellent reputation for customer satisfaction by providing quick estimates, a great attention to detail, and competitive pricing. Being a screened and approved professional gives you the peace of mind you need to allow us to give your home the attention it deserves.

"We called Scott Mendoza from Mendoza landscaping and he responded very quickly which was great. He came out gave us an estimate on the spot and we hired him right away because we could tell that he knew his business! He started yesterday and finished today with a total clean up and cut he did a fantastic job and we highly recommend his company to anyone looking for lawn care needs you won't be disappointed ! "

JOHN S on November 2025


"Excellent. Very professional."

CHRISTOPHER M on April 2023

Excavating and tree removal. Fully licensed and fully insured. Owner operated. In Business since 2018 with 15 years industry experience. Available 7 days a week.

"Excellent. Very professional."

CHRISTOPHER M on April 2023


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Arliano's Landscaping

5.00(
6
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Arliano's Landscaping

5.00(
6
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
16 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We take great pride 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. order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

"Arliano’s Landscaping handled our challenging landscape with ease. We live in Pine Hill on a treacherous rocky and hilly landscape. We have a lot that needed to be graded. We were looking to have a yard one day and Aliano made it happen with his team and expertise! He removed tree stumps, cut into the rocks to make it esthetically beautiful, smoother , and safer to walk by. He also made a stone pathway. The area is completely transformed and it is on steep hill. He also spoke to our neighbors about the work he was doing and made everything easier. I highly recommend you give him a call. He is high professional and reasonably priced. He also knows gives good advice for maintaining the work done. We had many landscapers come and try to get our project done. Some over promise and some don't even call back. Arliano is truthful and honest and did an outstanding job on the hill!"

Isis S on May 2025

We take great pride 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. order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

"Arliano’s Landscaping handled our challenging landscape with ease. We live in Pine Hill on a treacherous rocky and hilly landscape. We have a lot that needed to be graded. We were looking to have a yard one day and Aliano made it happen with his team and expertise! He removed tree stumps, cut into the rocks to make it esthetically beautiful, smoother , and safer to walk by. He also made a stone pathway. The area is completely transformed and it is on steep hill. He also spoke to our neighbors about the work he was doing and made everything easier. I highly recommend you give him a call. He is high professional and reasonably priced. He also knows gives good advice for maintaining the work done. We had many landscapers come and try to get our project done. Some over promise and some don't even call back. Arliano is truthful and honest and did an outstanding job on the hill!"

Isis S on May 2025


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Sergio's Landscaping

5.00(
8
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Sergio's Landscaping

5.00(
8
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Terrific value
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
11 years of experience

We take great pride 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 the start to the completion of a project. order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

"Sergio's has just been here two times. The first time he mowed a small overgrown lawn and the second he pruned some overgrown rhodies. I feel comfortable deciding together with him what I want to have done, balancing his advice with my own goals. His services are reasonably priced. My lawn is finally in competent, trustworthy hands."

Leasa L on November 2021

We take great pride 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 the start to the completion of a project. order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

"Sergio's has just been here two times. The first time he mowed a small overgrown lawn and the second he pruned some overgrown rhodies. I feel comfortable deciding together with him what I want to have done, balancing his advice with my own goals. His services are reasonably priced. My lawn is finally in competent, trustworthy hands."

Leasa L on November 2021


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Junior's Landscaping

4.76(
23
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Junior's Landscaping

4.76(
23
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Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: True professional
20 local quotes requested
8 years of experience

Welcome to Junior Landscaping! We are excited to exceed your expectations. As experts, we will handle your needs with the high-quality expertise that your home deserves. We offer competitive prices and customer satisfaction is our number one priority. Call us now!

"They did a beautiful job with a lawn that looked more like a jungle! Friendly, honest and reasonably priced. Thanks 😊 "

DIANA F on August 2025

Welcome to Junior Landscaping! We are excited to exceed your expectations. As experts, we will handle your needs with the high-quality expertise that your home deserves. We offer competitive prices and customer satisfaction is our number one priority. Call us now!

"They did a beautiful job with a lawn that looked more like a jungle! Friendly, honest and reasonably priced. Thanks 😊 "

DIANA F on August 2025


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Roberto's Affordable Landscaping

4.31(
669
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Roberto's Affordable Landscaping

4.31(
669
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
359 local quotes requested
19 years of experience

Roberto Affordable Landscaping proudly serves Waltham, MA. Are you tired of spending time and money trying to keep your grass green to no avail? Let us give it a try! We specialize in providing quality, beautiful landscapes for your home or business. In every job, we strive for 100% customer satisfaction. Our staff will take the time to listen to you and then create a landscape that is designed to meet your individual needs and desires. Meeting and exceeding customer expectations is how “Roberto Affordable Landscaping” has grown to one of the region’s most respected landscaping service firms. Our focus on customer service gives you confidence that your property will be designed, installed, and maintained to industry standards and beyond. With 12 years of experience we know how to get it done right. Please Email or Text us today to schedule an appointment!

"Jose came to my house to give me a quote and was prompt, efficient and cordial. The team was here within a couple of hours and they were finished with good results."

Nancy G on December 2025

Roberto Affordable Landscaping proudly serves Waltham, MA. Are you tired of spending time and money trying to keep your grass green to no avail? Let us give it a try! We specialize in providing quality, beautiful landscapes for your home or business. In every job, we strive for 100% customer satisfaction. Our staff will take the time to listen to you and then create a landscape that is designed to meet your individual needs and desires. Meeting and exceeding customer expectations is how “Roberto Affordable Landscaping” has grown to one of the region’s most respected landscaping service firms. Our focus on customer service gives you confidence that your property will be designed, installed, and maintained to industry standards and beyond. With 12 years of experience we know how to get it done right. Please Email or Text us today to schedule an appointment!

"Jose came to my house to give me a quote and was prompt, efficient and cordial. The team was here within a couple of hours and they were finished with good results."

Nancy G on December 2025

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FAQs for sod installation projects in North Reading, 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 Reading, MA homeowners’ guide to sod installations

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

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