Top-rated sod installers.

Get matched with top sod installers in Orangevale, CA

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 Orangevale

Avatar for DL Landscaping
DL Landscaping
4.8(
532
)

Serving Orangevale, CA and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We are so pleased DL Landscaping. Our front and backyard needed a lot of work after building an ADU. Team did a great job leveling yard, laying sod and laying pavers. The team paid attention to detail. Left yard spotless. Even fixed sprinklers. Time from estimate to job be completed less than 2 weeks. Would highly recommend! "
Response time6 hrs
107 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
Request Quote
Avatar for BlueStar Landscape Solutions
BlueStar Landscape Solutions
4.9(
21
)

Serving Orangevale, CA and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent team. Great communication. Very Professional"
Landscaping Project
Becker project
Hill project
Merill Lynch job
Stern’s projects

+236

Response time1 day
13 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
Request Quote
Avatar for LAVISH GARDENS LANDSCAPE
LAVISH GARDENS LANDSCAPE
4.7(
189
)

Serving Orangevale, CA and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"From start to finish, it was a great experience working with the team from Lavish Gardens. Robert really listened to me and partnered with me to create my vision for my front yard. Ruben and his crew took it from there. They were on time and so helpful. They kept things cleaned up too! The communication has been great and everyone met their commitments. How refreshing!"
Landscaping Project
Landscaping Project
Landscaping Project
Additional Photos
Additional Photos

+5

4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
Request Quote
Avatar for Borchers Landscaping and Yard Restoration
Borchers Landscaping and Yard Restoration
5.0(
10
)

Serving Orangevale, CA and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Steven and Miguel removed 3, 37 year old shrubs from my front yard and did a wonderful job. Both worked so hard and did a beautiful job. Price was very reasonably priced. Both of them were so nice Took them 2 days instead of 1 day because one of the shrubs grew all around the landscape irrigation pipe they really had a tuff job on that one but handled it very well. "
Additional Photos
Additional Photos
Additional Photos
Additional Photos
Additional Photos

+4

Response time2 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
Request Quote
Avatar for Excel Landscape
Excel Landscape
4.5(
91
)

Serving Orangevale, CA and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 1995

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Ray and his crew did a great job fixing a major drainage problem we had at our home. Thereâ s always been a lot of standing water after a rain. All the original black flex underground drainage lines were blocked. Ray came in, took a look at the property, and offered solutions. Iâ ve been waiting for the rains we just got before writing a review. Iâ m happy to say that all the standing water is gone. Thanks, Ray!"
Landscape Backyard
Landscaping
Front Landscape
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
Request Quote
Avatar for Greystone Landscape Services
Greystone Landscape Services
4.8(
27
)

Serving Orangevale, CA and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Greystone put in a French drain and linked drainage spouts to the drainage pipes out to the sidewalk. They also replaced my fence on the sides and back. They did a fantastic job and I am so pleased with the results. I would recommend their company for any landscaping needs. "
Gold River
Concrete Countertops
Concrete Countertop
Pergola
All Matching stainless steel

+16

Response time2 days
26 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by81%of homeowners
Request Quote
Showing 1-10 of 20
FAQs for sod installation projects in Orangevale, CA

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 Orangevale, CA homeowners’ guide to sod installations

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

See all articles
  • 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.