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Old Man's Landscape Systems
4.9(
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Sod - Install

Serving Stony Brook, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Super nice people and got it done very quickly. Very personable hard workers and Iâ m super happy with how my home turned out!!"
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+17

Response time2 days
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Cruz Canas Landscaping and Remodeling
4.6(
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Sod - Install

Serving Stony Brook, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"fabuloso. great people. professional, pleasant, friendly, understands the mission, follows clients wishes, checks throughout job to make sure client good, precise, excellent work ethnicity, would definitely hire again. final product georgeous,. ty Canas"
Remodeling - General Project
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+77

Response time1 day
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by77%of homeowners
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J. Falzone Landscape & Design, Inc.
4.7(
13
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Sod - Install

Serving Stony Brook, NY and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Highly recommend. Installed new sod at my house in smithtown. Fair price and good work. Joe and his crew worked very hard and clean."
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+3

Response time1 day
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F.E. INC.
3.9(
22
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Sod - Install

Serving Stony Brook, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 1998

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Work performed on designer block berm wall was outstanding. Ran into an issue where they started installing the wrong type of designer block then what was originally requested. I did not notice until after the installation started. I brought it up to the owner/supervisor and he made the correction with no resistance and no additional cost to me. The project came out great and I am looking to have them perform more landscape design projects for us in the near future. FEI has been our general landscape maintenance contractor for 15 straight years. The edge, in my opinion, FEI has over any other landscaper that I could bring in is their personable and organized office manager. Her responsiveness to any needs, or concerns, which I may have regarding my lawn care service is handled professionally and efficiently."
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+3

Response time2 days
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by75%of homeowners
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Kiernan Landscape Construction Contractors
4.8(
40
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Sod - Install

Serving Stony Brook, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Liam was very responsive and communicated to us every step of the project which was a sod installation. His crew was very professional."
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+53

Response time6 hrs
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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FAQs for sod installation projects in Stony Brook, NY

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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