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Yorman Landscaping
5.0(
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Serving Old Hickory, TN and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Emílio and his crew were very hard working and professional! We were so lucky to have them work for us! Definitely ask them to come and work for us again!"
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Response time2 days
18 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Noble Landscaping & Construction
3.9(
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Serving Old Hickory, TN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Noble Landscaping was such a pleasure to work with and always goes the extra mile to make sure the work is done to exceed customer expectations. Will definitely hire again!"
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+92

Response time1 day
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by71%of homeowners
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Roberts Electric
4.8(
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Serving Old Hickory, TN and surrounding areas

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Extremely professional, timely and very skilled. I needed help on New Years Eve and he was able to come by my house to install a flood light and camera so I could feel safe. I highly recommend."
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Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Yaardvark Landscape Management
4.7(
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Serving Old Hickory, TN and surrounding areas

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Great! Nick is very professional from recommendations made to installation and the work done wax exactly what we wanted. We were very pleased with the entire process. They even put mulch around 2 of our trees as a courtesy. Clean up was immaculate. I would definitely recommend Nick Plummer at Yaardvark for any landscaping needs."
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+135

Response time1 day
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Kirby's lawn care
4.4(
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Serving Old Hickory, TN and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I can't say enough good things about this company and the owner and his crew .They did a super great job on the trees and left our yard cleaner than they found it. All are very polite and very hard workers. The Price was much better than we expected and the job was done on time. They come when they say they will and they worked very hard until dark stopped them. They had to come back the next morning to finish chipping some limbs. They were here when they said they would be and finished the job and cleaned the yard. It was wonderful to have a company that we could trust to do what they said and at a fair price also. This company is number one with us and I will tell my neighbors and friends to give them a call should they need tree service.
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Recommended by84%of homeowners
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Rockrose Irrigation & Landscape
4.4(
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Serving Old Hickory, TN and surrounding areas

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"We had a beautiful lawn of tall fescue before they came out, they made sure to make minimumal cuts to our yard. They installed a wonderful sprinkler system with low water usage with superior coverage of my lawn. The owners were very professional with a great work ethic and made sure I was pleased with their work. They sodded my yard where the cuts were made afterwards. Good communication skills in keeping me updated on the project."
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Response time7 hrs
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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Martin Lawnscapes
4.7(
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Serving Old Hickory, TN and surrounding areas

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Professional, dependable company. It was a great collaborative effort with Lee, the owner. He really listened to our needs and came up with a great plan for our backyard. Services included rearranging an existing bed, adding a new bed, planting trees. We highly recommend using this company for all your landscaping needs."
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Response time1 day
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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FAQs for sod installation projects in Old Hickory, TN

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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