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Stowe's Lawn Care & Side Projects
5.00(
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Angi Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"He promised a great job and he delivered Canâ t say enough about how pleased I am Because. I am out of the state, we needed to do everything via text. He sent photos and couldnâ t have been more accommodating I would highly recommend him Excellent 5 star job"
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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ZR Landscaping and Grading
4.79(
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Angi Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"I had a relatively small project involving gravel delivery, and in the course of discussion they learned I was needing to pick up railroad ties. They offered to save me the trouble by picking up and delivering the ties along with the gravel. I consider this extremely excellent customer service, especially considering the small nature of the service request! In addition, they came in at a far lower price than competitors - (& they provided the convenience of picking up the railroad ties!) Caleb, who made the delivery was especially helpful and professional! If I have any other landscaping need, I will be sure to go to them, and only them!"
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Recommended by92%of homeowners
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REEL GOLF TURF LLC
New to Angi

Angi Approved

In business since 0

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

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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828Landscape
5.00(
7
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Angi Approved

In business since 2020

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Customers say: Quick response

"I’ve had difficulty finding someone to make repairs to my existing irrigation system. Everyone wants to install but not do repairs when a valve breaks or head needs replaced or there is a leak - seems to be a real shortage in the Hickory region of people who will do irrigation repairs. That was my problem until we found Austin with 828 Landscape. He is professional, a good communicator and is totally about finding the problem and fixing it. I almost hesitate to post this review because then he’ll get too busy to work on my system when I need him."
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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QUALITY ELECTRIC
5.00(
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In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Electrical Contracting Company. Locally owned and operated full service electricial contractor serving Western North Carolina. Sylva, Bryson City, Franklin, Waynesville, Cashiers, Highlands and Robbinsville

Recommended by100%of homeowners
CLIMATE EAST AIR COND, HEATING, PLUMBING
New to Angi

In business since 1997

Emergency services offered

We are full service mechanical contracting company from commercial and industrial installs to energy audits on residential homes. We offer sheet metal fabrication, welding, hvac equipment sizing, repairs and maintainance programs for hvac and plumbing systems, marine and residential construction upfits and repairs.

Mountain Advantage Tree & Landscape
5.00(
2
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In business since 2003

Our goal at Mountain Advantage is to provide our customers with prompt, educated, first-class workmanship and service with any outdoor project that they desire. We were established in 2003 and have been blessed ever since with the referrals from our customers that weaves a bigger web of work each year. The broad experience and qualifications of our staff and employees allows us to be as diverse as the world we live in. We primarily service the counties of Ashe, Watauga, and Wilkes however we have traveled as far as Wilmington. We believe that a company will only go as far as its employees.

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Boone Task Masters
New to Angi

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Warranties offered

We are a local handyman business located in Boone, North Carolina specializing is home maintenance and landscaping.

B&H Landscape & Grading
New to Angi

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

B&H Landscape & Grading is a family owned business located in beautiful Western North Carolina. We offer full landscape design, maintenance and installation on both the residential and commercial levels. We also offer full grading and excavating services. Each employee is hand picked to perfectly fit the needs of the services we offer and all are fully trained and professional. We are fully insured and licensed. Each job is personally supervised by the owner to ensure customer satisfaction.

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FAQs for sod installation projects in Rutherfordton, NC

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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