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Atlanta Sod Farms LLC
5.0(
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Serving Royston, GA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2022

Free estimates

Warranties offered

Atlanta Sod Farms LLC is a locally owned, veteran-owned sod farm proudly serving Atlanta and surrounding areas. We specialize in growing high-quality, locally adapted sod and providing professional residential and commercial sod installation services. By managing both the farming and installation process, we ensure our customers receive fresh, healthy turf and dependable results. Our experienced team focuses on proper site preparation, precise installation, and long-term lawn success. Whether you need sod for a new construction project, lawn replacement, or commercial property, we are committed to quality workmanship, reliability, and customer satisfaction. At Atlanta Sod Farms, we take pride in delivering strong roots, greener lawns, and service you can trust.

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SouthernGround Landscaping
5.0(
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Serving Royston, GA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

I pride myself on my professionalism, as well as my ability to complete every job to the homeowner's total satisfaction. I never leave a job unfinished, or a homeowner not 100% satisfied with my level of service - Call today!\n

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Response time6 hrs
Response rate96%
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Northeast Georgia Land Improvements
5.0(
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Serving Royston, GA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2010

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

Response time7 hrs
Response rate85%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Kent's Hauling, LLC
4.5(
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Serving Royston, GA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Kent's Hauling, LLC is proud to provide our community and surrounding area with a wide range of Handy man and outdoor services at a fair and competitive price.\nWe pride ourselves on working closely with each customer to meet your individual needs in a timely manner. Whether it's Dump truck services, grading, landscaping, hardscaping, driveway, retaining walls, walkways, patios, ponds, etc. You name it, we pretty much have most any home owner covered for their outdoor projects and maintenance. We look forward to working with you. Contact us now, for a free estimate.

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Stone & Gravel Project
Fountains Project
Fountains Project

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Response time5 days
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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REEL GOLF TURF LLC
New to Angi

Serving Royston, GA and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

I’ve been running my small company now for 3 years now started by getting notice as the best yard in the neighborhood and started servicing Naibor’s yard then by getting the neighborhood hoa landscaping contract and just trying to grow my service from there I can guarantee you the passion in yard service!

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Yard cuts
Yard cuts
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aarics irrigation and landscaping
4.6(
95
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Serving Royston, GA and surrounding areas

In business since 1993

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

Coops Contracting Services has over 28 years of local home remodeling, irrigation and landscape service experience. We offer a wide variety of home remodeling and landscape services, specializing in total home renovations,landscaping,hardscapes,sprinkler systems, landscape lighting systems, and sod work to have your lawn looking beautiful and pristine. We can also test your backflow mechanisms to ensure the purity of your drinking water. We're happy to ensure a properly working system through irrigation repair and system upgrades, as well. Give us a call today!

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FAQs for sod installation projects in Royston, GA

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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