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Avatar for Waterleaf Landscape, LLC
Waterleaf Landscape, LLC
4.6(
15
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Serving Portland, 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!"
New paver patio
New paver patio
New paver patio
New grass and Pavers
New Ryegrass

+18

Response time7 hrs
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by76%of homeowners
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Smart Donkey Hardscape & Construction LLC
5.0(
8
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Serving Portland, OR and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Have used “Smart Monkey” now on several occasions and will exclusively use Edgar’s Landscape team in the future. If you live in the Portland Oregon area, you owe it to yourself to contact him and discuss all of the possibilities that exists on your property. My wife and I have used Edgar’s expertise on installing Patio and Walkway pavers incorporating steps and boarders around our Pool. His team is absolutely outstanding in all aspects of residential landscaping. We had Edgar remove several mature shrubs and plants and along with approximately 500 sq ft of old and damaged lawn then had him install new “Tall Fescue” sod which took almost immediately. Don’t regret not calling Edgar’s Smart Monkey’s landscape crew to make your yard beautiful again."
Response time2 hrs
Response rate100%
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Every Thing Gardens
4.7(
53
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Serving Portland, OR and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"I hired Susan from Every Thing Gardens to redo our sod, add more plants, and put in some pavers in the backyard. She’s super responsive, her prices were totally reasonable, and you can tell she really loves plants. Her team did a great job!"
Backyard and fence before new installation
Removal decayed railroad ties and new retaining
side wall of garden
Finished Patio and Fence
Top of retaining with chain link posts set

+44

Response time1 day
Response rate87%
63 neighbors recently requested a quote
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CC Landscape, Inc.
4.6(
91
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Serving Portland, OR and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"Carlos, Pablo, and the rest of the crew did exactly what I wanted and they did it fast! They were easy to communicate with and the sod they put down looks great."
Sprinklers & Sod Installation
P/ W
P/ W
P/ W
P/ W

+35

Response time1 day
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Dream Landscape, LLC
4.7(
21
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Serving Portland, OR and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Wasn't a sod install, I went for hard scape (pavers). Beautiful job. Communication with the installer was a small issue. I can definitely recommend Dream Landscape."
Shrub removal
Shrub removal
Clean up and pruning
Clean up and pruning
fence

+24

Response time1 day
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by72%of homeowners
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Cm landscape LLC
4.7(
12
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Serving Portland, OR and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I have used CM Landscaping for 10+ years for maintenance and for all different projects like sprinkler repairs and modifications, install of a water feature and a new fence, pruning and pavers. I have always been very happy with their service and would highly recommend them for any type of landscaping project."
CM Landscape LLC
Recommended by30%of homeowners
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FAQs for sod installation projects in Portland, 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.

The Portland, OR homeowners’ guide to sod installations

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