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Avatar for Pierce L Shallis Landscaping & Design
Pierce L Shallis Landscaping & Design
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Serving Ridley Park, PA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2008

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Emergency services offered

"Pierce comes highly recommended: he has done multiple jobs for us, always with wonderful results. He installed a sod lawn which, a year later, is lush and beautiful. Recently, he solved a serious drainage issue by installing a French drain and river rock; he also accompanied us to the nursery to help select specimen trees and shrubs, which he installed. We are consistently impressed with his professionalism, attention to detail, and prompt/thoughtful responses to questions and requests. We will use him for all landscaping projects in the future!"
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Recommended by95%of homeowners
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J & Sons Services Co
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Serving Ridley Park, PA and surrounding areas

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Customers say: True professional

We are a family company focused on offering quality service at an affordable cost.\n\nIf you dream it, we can make it come true

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Response time2 days
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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M Amaya Construction LLC
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Serving Ridley Park, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 2016

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Emergency services offered

"After meeting with a number of other contractors for our project, we decided to hire MD Construction. We hired MD Construction to replace the failing retaining wall in our driveway as well as installing steps to a paved pathway that leads to our yard. We met with Miguel (the owner of the MD Construction) and he is very knowledgeable with the process and materials involved. They gave us a great price and provided us with a copy of their insurance and NJ contractor’s license. When they started the work, we had very bad rainstorms the entire week, which made their job even harder. However, they were diligent and professional throughout the process and completed the project on time and within budget. The wall looks great and is an appealing improvement to the home. We will be using them again to replace our patio in our backyard."
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Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Quinn Brothers Masonry LLC
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Serving Ridley Park, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

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Emergency services offered

"In late fall, I noticed that a piece of a stone wall abutting my driveway had broken off and was drifting into the driveway. Concerned that the wall would fall into the driveway, I contacted Quinn Brothers Masonry. They came out within two days, assessed the situation and gave me an estimate. The work involved taking down both walls, knocking off old mortar on the stones, and removing ivy. After the walls were taken down, protective covering was placed on the exposed dirt, and drainage pipes and gravel were installed. They then rebuilt the walls, using the original stones. While rebuilding the walls, Patrick Quinn advised me that my stone house foundation had been compromised by paint and old mortar. I authorized additional work to restore the foundation. The paint on the stone foundation was removed and the old mortar was taken out. Then, the entire foundation had new mortar installed. I am extremely pleased with the results and will definitely hire them again."
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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AJ Silva Services
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Serving Ridley Park, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 2002

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Emergency services offered

Antonio Silva’s MiniMovers & Junk Removal Company is a local, family-owned moving and junk removal company dedicated to helping individuals, families and businesses with their clean up and moving needs. The company was founded in 2010 to provide customers with reliable, high quality, cost-effective solutions for organizing, clean up and small moves in the Greater Philadelphia area.

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Italo Pavone Tile, Marble and Masonry Contractor
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Serving Ridley Park, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 1970

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"The people from Italo Povone were friendly and easy to work with. They installed a very nice patterned design in ceramic tile around the tub; just as we had asked. I do not recall exactly what we paid, but theirs was the lowest estimate and was very fair."
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P. Mariani Enterprises
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Serving Ridley Park, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 1997

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Emergency services offered

"Paul helped our company out with an excavation project to go along with some electrical work we were having done. He was knowledgeable, professional, and worked well with the electrician to accomplish the project during off-hours. More than that, his prices were fair and his quality of work strong. I'd definitely recommend him to anyone looking.
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Recommended by88%of homeowners
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The Steel Bucket
5.0(
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Serving Ridley Park, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Family owned and operated, dedicated to giving stress free estimates and convenient scheduling, for all your needs regarding excavation, from land clearing, leveling, resloping, to trench digging and backfilling. We offer full yard clean ups of organic yard debris. reasonable pricing, and estimates are free. No job is too small, we accept cash, check and PayPal. We do accept credit cards via link through PayPal.

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Response time5 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for sod installation projects in Ridley Park, PA

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 Ridley Park, PA homeowners’ guide to sod installations

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