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Rapid Re-Sod of Tampa Bay LLC
5.0(
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Serving Palm Harbor, FL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2025

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"The crew did a great job removing the old sod, installing the irrigation system and laying down new sod."
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+15

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
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Landscape By Design
4.6(
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Serving Palm Harbor, FL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Mark Higgins did a super job landscaping the front of our house and front yard bed. The front of our house now has "curb appeal" thanks to his recommendations. He and his crew did a great job clearing out the old plants and installing the new ones. Would definitely hire again."
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+8

Response time3 days
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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AAP Lanscaping
5.0(
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Serving Palm Harbor, FL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Jb was amazing! Thank you for helping me with our irrigation instal! Really helped with our backyard!"
Response time1 day
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by56%of homeowners
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Landscaping By Richard Story
3.7(
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Serving Palm Harbor, FL and surrounding areas

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In business since 1996

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"AWESOME! AWESOME! AWESOME! I'm so glad we had Richard and his crew.He did a complete transformation of our backyard from pavers, trees, plants, sod. Richard is SO CREATIVE and a bit of a perfectionist which is a great trait for his business. He also worked on our sprinklers so they will hit all the plants and make it as low maintenance as possible. Very Affordable! I'm looking forward to him doing our rock walkway and lighting."
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Soft Glow
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Rear Left

+3

Response time10 hrs
Recommended by81%of homeowners
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HUDSON FAMILY TREE CARE LLC
4.8(
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Serving Palm Harbor, FL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2018

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Great service great owner great pricing will definitely use them again my go to tree company from now on will not use any other tree service"
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Recommended by17%of homeowners
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C&B Services LLC
4.5(
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Serving Palm Harbor, FL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They did a great job on the irrigation , new sod, landscaping with palms, plants & marble rock beds. Everything turned out great. Camilo was very detail oriented & thorough. I would highly recommend his company for all your lawn & landscaping needs. Always on time & very happy with the end results !"
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Renovation of front and back of house
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+46

Response time1 day
Response rate97%
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Aldo's HD Lawn & Landscaping
4.5(
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Serving Palm Harbor, FL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2009

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"David did exactly what he said he would do. He came out and gave me an estimate and followed through with obtaining hard to get Bitterblue sod. As soon as the sod was available, he called me to set up installation. He showed up with his crew and did a great job."
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Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Envision Outdoors LLC
5.0(
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Serving Palm Harbor, FL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

Envision Outdoor Solutions is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business. Call now for a quote\n

Recommended by83%of homeowners
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FAQs for sod installation projects in Palm Harbor, FL

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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