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Avatar for Tarts Lawn Care & Landscaping

Tarts Lawn Care & Landscaping

364 Golda Road
4.50(
2
)
•Approved Pro

Tarts Lawn Care & Landscaping

364 Golda Road
4.50(
2
)
•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
4 years of experience

We are a locally owned and operated company that upholds a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business. Give us a call today!

"When I decided to install a residential irrigation system I went online to search for an installer based upon reviews. I then asked for quotes. Tart's came onsite and carefully considered my needs and the layout (nearly an acre) of my yard. I received the quote that same day broken out the way I requested. Over the next week I had a few clarifying questions that were answered swiftly and professionally. Based on comparison with a bid and interaction with another installer I selected Tart's. Work began within days and was completed quickly. While there is no way to install an irrigation system without disturbing the lawn I was surprised at how well my yard looked when they were done. And during the install I asked for some additional work that was completed at a very reasonable additional cost. I would recommend Tart's without hesitation."

Bradley L on October 2022

We are a locally owned and operated company that upholds a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business. Give us a call today!

"When I decided to install a residential irrigation system I went online to search for an installer based upon reviews. I then asked for quotes. Tart's came onsite and carefully considered my needs and the layout (nearly an acre) of my yard. I received the quote that same day broken out the way I requested. Over the next week I had a few clarifying questions that were answered swiftly and professionally. Based on comparison with a bid and interaction with another installer I selected Tart's. Work began within days and was completed quickly. While there is no way to install an irrigation system without disturbing the lawn I was surprised at how well my yard looked when they were done. And during the install I asked for some additional work that was completed at a very reasonable additional cost. I would recommend Tart's without hesitation."

Bradley L on October 2022

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Byrd's Landscaping & Mowing Service, Inc.

12995 NC-42
5.00(
9
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•Approved Pro

Byrd's Landscaping & Mowing Service, Inc.

12995 NC-42
5.00(
9
)
•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
11 local quotes requested
11 years of experience

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

"I had sod added to a bare area in the yard. It looks great! We get compliments on how beautiful the grass is. I also maintained service biweekly for grass cutting and weed eating. They do a great job and have very fair rates. I would recommend them for any landscaping project you are planning. "

matilda g on May 2025

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

"I had sod added to a bare area in the yard. It looks great! We get compliments on how beautiful the grass is. I also maintained service biweekly for grass cutting and weed eating. They do a great job and have very fair rates. I would recommend them for any landscaping project you are planning. "

matilda g on May 2025

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JP Lawn Care

228 Bryan McLamb Ln
5.00(
4
)
•Approved Pro

JP Lawn Care

228 Bryan McLamb Ln
5.00(
4
)
•Approved Pro
5 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

JP Lawn Care is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade, combined with our ability, is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"Jarrett did an excellent job cleaning up our yard and removing all the junk! He is very dependable and reasonably priced! He was very easy to work with and we will continue to use him to mow our grass! Thank you again, Jarrett!"

Hannah T on August 2025

JP Lawn Care is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade, combined with our ability, is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"Jarrett did an excellent job cleaning up our yard and removing all the junk! He is very dependable and reasonably priced! He was very easy to work with and we will continue to use him to mow our grass! Thank you again, Jarrett!"

Hannah T on August 2025

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Stone and Lawn Care

145 Prestwood Ln
4.87(
45
)
•Approved Pro

Stone and Lawn Care

145 Prestwood Ln
4.87(
45
)
•Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 95% of Angi customers
Recommended by 95% of HomeAdvisor customers
318 local quotes requested

We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity, and treats your home as if it were our own. You will find us to be competitively priced, paying close attention to the details of each and every project that we are involved with. We look forward to building lasting relationships, and guarantee your satisfaction! We are here today to create a better place to make this world better, with God's Grace. Thankfully. Javier Cruz Owner Stone and Lawn Care NC LLC. 919-427-9359

"Javier was quick to respond and give me a quote. I was very pleased with how quickly they could start. Most importantly, they did an amazing job repairing our flagstone patio that was ripped up for a foundation project. It looks good as new and we are grateful for their expertise. Great communication, completed it efficiently, and cleaned up. Highly recommend this company and would use them again for future projects."

HEATHER M on March 2025

We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity, and treats your home as if it were our own. You will find us to be competitively priced, paying close attention to the details of each and every project that we are involved with. We look forward to building lasting relationships, and guarantee your satisfaction! We are here today to create a better place to make this world better, with God's Grace. Thankfully. Javier Cruz Owner Stone and Lawn Care NC LLC. 919-427-9359

"Javier was quick to respond and give me a quote. I was very pleased with how quickly they could start. Most importantly, they did an amazing job repairing our flagstone patio that was ripped up for a foundation project. It looks good as new and we are grateful for their expertise. Great communication, completed it efficiently, and cleaned up. Highly recommend this company and would use them again for future projects."

HEATHER M on March 2025

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Holland's Hardscapes

PO Box 1466
4.87(
94
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•Approved Pro

Holland's Hardscapes

PO Box 1466
4.87(
94
)
•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 96% of Angi customers
Recommended by 96% of HomeAdvisor customers
232 local quotes requested

*****We are currently taking INSTALL projects. We are not taking any small repairs or anything less than 200sqft at this time. PLEASE visit our website to request an estimate. WWW.HOLLANDSHARDSCAPES.COM***** Holland's Hardscapes was created by Steven & Shannon Holland with the mission to provide their clients with the highest quality hardscape construction through knowledge and experience. They love the unique challenge that comes with each residential hardscape project and thrive on making the vision a reality! We are a company that can provide many different services to complete and put together a unique hardscape project. We offer full Landscape Designs, Retaining and Sitting Walls, Firepits and Fireplaces, Paver patios and Stamped concrete, Landscape lighting, and more. Steven has worked in this field for over 12 years and has great experience to help accomplish our customers goals. All of our projects are designed by Steven while incorporating the ideas our customers may have. We work closely with our customers to bring in all aspects of the outdoor living area they are looking for. We understand it is an exciting project for our Homeowners and we are just as excited to create their outdoor dream for them!

"Demolition and new build on a 40' retaining wall, about 2.5' high, at my foundation. The experience could not have been better. Fast consultation and estimate, competitive price, timely project start. Knowledgable about local soil conditions. Construction was professional-- solid footing, good drainage and backfill, with very nice block work. I highly recommend Holland's Hardscapes."

Chal V on April 2025

*****We are currently taking INSTALL projects. We are not taking any small repairs or anything less than 200sqft at this time. PLEASE visit our website to request an estimate. WWW.HOLLANDSHARDSCAPES.COM***** Holland's Hardscapes was created by Steven & Shannon Holland with the mission to provide their clients with the highest quality hardscape construction through knowledge and experience. They love the unique challenge that comes with each residential hardscape project and thrive on making the vision a reality! We are a company that can provide many different services to complete and put together a unique hardscape project. We offer full Landscape Designs, Retaining and Sitting Walls, Firepits and Fireplaces, Paver patios and Stamped concrete, Landscape lighting, and more. Steven has worked in this field for over 12 years and has great experience to help accomplish our customers goals. All of our projects are designed by Steven while incorporating the ideas our customers may have. We work closely with our customers to bring in all aspects of the outdoor living area they are looking for. We understand it is an exciting project for our Homeowners and we are just as excited to create their outdoor dream for them!

"Demolition and new build on a 40' retaining wall, about 2.5' high, at my foundation. The experience could not have been better. Fast consultation and estimate, competitive price, timely project start. Knowledgable about local soil conditions. Construction was professional-- solid footing, good drainage and backfill, with very nice block work. I highly recommend Holland's Hardscapes."

Chal V on April 2025

Neptune's Excavation and Land Management

Based In
5.00(
4
)
•Approved Pro

Neptune's Excavation and Land Management

Based In
5.00(
4
)
•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
112 local quotes requested

We specialize in tree service/land clearing, demolition, grading, drainage, bushhog/brush cutting and more! We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out all the services we offer below and call -or- click to schedule a free estimate today!

"He went above and beyond what I asked him to do I will be hiring him again to clear out more of my land."

Jimmie G on August 2024

We specialize in tree service/land clearing, demolition, grading, drainage, bushhog/brush cutting and more! We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out all the services we offer below and call -or- click to schedule a free estimate today!

"He went above and beyond what I asked him to do I will be hiring him again to clear out more of my land."

Jimmie G on August 2024

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Dependable Lawn & Landscaping LLC

8411 Amish Drive
5.00(
5
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•Approved Pro

Dependable Lawn & Landscaping LLC

8411 Amish Drive
5.00(
5
)
•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
1429 local quotes requested

Dependable Lawn & Landscaping is a trusted partner we specialize in area beautification making our communities thrive and enjoyable to be outdoors.

"I have been using Dependable Landscaping for over a year and I could not be more complimentary of my services every single time we use them. From the amazing customer service to the affordable pricing, I’ve received several compliments over the last year on my landscaping. Dominic is always quick to respond, confirms upcoming service and has helped me with many services that I have been unable to perform myself. I could not recommend Dependable Landscaping enough for any and all needs. There is no job too big or too small that they cannot handle. Best in the business!"

Ms. Danielle A on October 2024

Dependable Lawn & Landscaping is a trusted partner we specialize in area beautification making our communities thrive and enjoyable to be outdoors.

"I have been using Dependable Landscaping for over a year and I could not be more complimentary of my services every single time we use them. From the amazing customer service to the affordable pricing, I’ve received several compliments over the last year on my landscaping. Dominic is always quick to respond, confirms upcoming service and has helped me with many services that I have been unable to perform myself. I could not recommend Dependable Landscaping enough for any and all needs. There is no job too big or too small that they cannot handle. Best in the business!"

Ms. Danielle A on October 2024

Rainstorm Solutions

203 Halls Mill Dr
No reviews

Rainstorm Solutions

203 Halls Mill Dr
No reviews
16 years of experience

we are a Rainwater Harvesting, storm drain and utility contractor

we are a Rainwater Harvesting, storm drain and utility contractor

Whitmire, Inc

144 Uzzle Industrial Dr
No reviews

Whitmire, Inc

144 Uzzle Industrial Dr
No reviews

We specialize in excavation services. Including grading, paving, land clearing, and concrete services. We have 15 years experience in this field & we are a family owned and operated company.

We specialize in excavation services. Including grading, paving, land clearing, and concrete services. We have 15 years experience in this field & we are a family owned and operated company.

ENVIRONMENTAL LANDKEEPERS INC

8437 BUFFALOE RD
3.67(
6
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ENVIRONMENTAL LANDKEEPERS INC

8437 BUFFALOE RD
3.67(
6
)
Customers say: Quality work
"If I could give them zero stars, I would. Bruce's crew is the most unprofessional group of people I've ever dealt with. They lie, do sloppy work, and then have the audacity to yell at me and call me names when I try to talk to them about it. They accused me and others of yelling at their crew members, but that's not true. I have everything recorded, and I'm going to share it with the HOA and other communities in the area so everyone knows what they're like. I suggest that if anyone looks for a company to do lawn care... look elsewhere."

Jeffrey A on August 2024

"If I could give them zero stars, I would. Bruce's crew is the most unprofessional group of people I've ever dealt with. They lie, do sloppy work, and then have the audacity to yell at me and call me names when I try to talk to them about it. They accused me and others of yelling at their crew members, but that's not true. I have everything recorded, and I'm going to share it with the HOA and other communities in the area so everyone knows what they're like. I suggest that if anyone looks for a company to do lawn care... look elsewhere."

Jeffrey A on August 2024

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FAQs for sod installation projects in Smithfield, 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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