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Avatar for Authentic Landscape Inc
Authentic Landscape Inc
4.9(
60
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Sod - Install

Serving Sacramento, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Salvador was the third person that came to our house for an assessment and to quote our project. He arrived on time, was very professional and answered all of our questions and concerns. He was right at the other quoted prices we received. We decided to use his services based on his experience and professionalism in answering our questions. He arrived on time the day of starting the project and had the area cleared, leveled, sloped and the drainage ready for the sod in the first day. He arrived the following morning and had the Sod installed and completed in the timeline he quoted. The yard turned out beautiful and better than I expected. His cleanup afterwards was as if he was never there I highly recommend him for anyone looking for landscape work and will utilize his services again in the future if needed."
Landscaping Project
Landscaping Project
Landscape design
Landscape
Landscape

+3

Response time2 days
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Hermanos Flores Gardening
4.5(
229
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Sod - Install

Serving Sacramento, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Alex Flores provided our family with outstanding service regarding the all aspects of our landscaping needs, including irrigation, sod, landscape design, landscape planting, and related pathways. Alex is among the most professional people we have worked with over many many years. His bid was competitive, his advice was excellent and the work he and his crew did was outstanding. Alex remains on-site with his crew through virtually all of the project, providing "hands-on" supervision of his hard working crew. Alex was always timely and left our property in neat and clean condition at the end of each day. In short, we would highly recommend Alex and his company (Hermanos Flores Gardening). David and Carol Abelson-Sacramento, California"
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Davis Remodel
Before
Colored and Stamped
Fencing

+51

Recommended by93%of homeowners
Avatar for Sacramento Landscaping
Sacramento Landscaping
5.0(
5
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Sod - Install

Serving Sacramento, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1983

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

At Betzler Construction we are A+ Rated with the BBB and the Contractors License Board. We are a family owned company serving the Sacramento area since 1980. Our father, sons, and daughter team prides itself on providing our customers with honest, reliable, and high-quality workmanship. We listen to our clients' needs and keep an open line of communication throughout the project. You can rest easy and enjoy your revitalized home knowing that we stand behind our work. Please call us today to schedule your free estimate! 8am-5pm M-F.

Subfloor and insulation
Framing
Stucco Time
Sheetrock time
Music Studio

+9

Response time2 days
Response rate95%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Elegante Landscapes, LLC
4.7(
10
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Sod - Install

Serving Sacramento, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

Since 2005 at Elegante Landscapes, we have been providing expert landscaping services to residential and commercial clients for over 20 years. Our team has the knowledge and experience to handle any landscaping project, no matter how big or small. \n\nOur Promise-\nTo deliver exceptional, tailored services of the highest caliber to every client we serve.\n

Elegante Landscapes
Elegante Landscapes
Elegante Landscapes
Elegante Landscapes
Elegante Landscapes

+19

Response time10 hrs
Response rate100%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Acres of Diamonds
5.0(
17
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Sod - Install

Serving Sacramento, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Suzy is amazing. My partner hired her to landscape our front yard (install sod, weedcover and mulch border beds etc.), as a surprise Birthday present. He's not the best planner so it was like a weeks notice, but she showed up right away, and actually got it done with days left to spare. She's an incredibly hard worker and went above and beyond. Due to a poor electrical outlet situation she ended up having to weed the yard by hand and had it done before I could get home to help fix the problem. My neighbor who saw her working commented to me later that she got tired just watching how fast and hard she worked. She even put out my yard waste bins before I could on pick up day. Is been over a month later and I still constantly stop on my way into the house and appreciate how great it looks now. Thank you Suzy! I will definitely be using you again for any future projects."
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+24

Response time11 hrs
Response rate91%
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Babylon Builders - Home & Landscape Contractor
4.2(
421
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Sod - Install

Serving Sacramento, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1985

Free estimates

"Babylon Gardens has been a fantastic company for our large backyard project and we're very pleased with what they accomplished in the last couple months. Professional, responsive and high quality work. Definitely recommend them to others and I'll use them again in the future. The owner Ron is a pleasure to deal with and their field lead Juan is awesome."
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+27

Recommended by86%of homeowners
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McGrady Flooring
5.0(
11
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Sod - Install

Serving Sacramento, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1983

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Walter owner of McGrady flooring definitely knows his protocol for installation and customer service 100%.. His team took no time at all to beautifuly my flooring in my Citrus Heights home. I’ve also referred McGrady flooring for some of our restoration work for our clients.. that’s how confident I am of the quality of workmanship and customer service. Thank you Walter and the team..! Scotty@easycleancarpet.com"
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Sandy Earthtones
Smokey Grey
Mocha
Oak

+5

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Spectrum One
4.4(
69
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Sod - Install

Serving Sacramento, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1995

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"The crew brought and installed the furnace heater with no set backs, everything went as planned. They delivered the furnace heater and professionally cleaned everything all for a low price! Would Definitely hire again."
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+25

Recommended by86%of homeowners
Avatar for SALVADOR MURILLO
SALVADOR MURILLO
4.3(
189
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Sod - Install

Serving Sacramento, CA and surrounding areas

Free estimates

"Mr, Murillo and his worker did a good job and left the area clean. They relocated the irrigation valve which was very close to the side of the house and installed a box in the ground to store the standard irrigation wire.They also poisoned a tree stump. Mr. Murillo was very helpful in answering any questions you might have had. I appreciated the work they did."
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+5

Recommended by94%of homeowners
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FAQs for sod installation projects in Sacramento, CA

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 Sacramento, CA homeowners’ guide to sod installations

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