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Lake Projects & Services, LLC

32406 Thoroughbred Trail
5.00(
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Lake Projects & Services, LLC

32406 Thoroughbred Trail
5.00(
12
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•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
1 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

With over 4 years of experience as a landscaper, Lake Projects & Services, LLC is who you need to take care of your home. We handle everything from the initial consultation to making sure your property looks perfect every single time. We will always treat your property as we would treat our own, and you will be surprised how simple and easy our team will make the whole process seem. Give our team a call today. We're looking forward to working with you!

"We recently had our front and back yard resodded by them, and we couldn't be happier with the results! Ozzy was on time, professional, and kept us informed every step of the way. The communication was excellent, and the quality of work exceeded our expectations. Highly recommend them to anyone looking for reliable, high-quality service!"

Kalyn F on May 2025

With over 4 years of experience as a landscaper, Lake Projects & Services, LLC is who you need to take care of your home. We handle everything from the initial consultation to making sure your property looks perfect every single time. We will always treat your property as we would treat our own, and you will be surprised how simple and easy our team will make the whole process seem. Give our team a call today. We're looking forward to working with you!

"We recently had our front and back yard resodded by them, and we couldn't be happier with the results! Ozzy was on time, professional, and kept us informed every step of the way. The communication was excellent, and the quality of work exceeded our expectations. Highly recommend them to anyone looking for reliable, high-quality service!"

Kalyn F on May 2025

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GMG Landscaping LLC

38546 Deerwoods Dr
5.00(
6
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GMG Landscaping LLC

38546 Deerwoods Dr
5.00(
6
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•Approved Pro
16 local quotes requested
25 years of experience

GMG Landscaping 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 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.

"This company went above and beyond! They were excellent and professional and provided great customer service. I'd hire them again."

Victor M on September 2025

GMG Landscaping 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 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.

"This company went above and beyond! They were excellent and professional and provided great customer service. I'd hire them again."

Victor M on September 2025

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Outdoor Brothers

25303 Shetland Trail
5.00(
7
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Outdoor Brothers

25303 Shetland Trail
5.00(
7
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•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
12 years of experience

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business! Call Today!

"Jacob was attentive and super friendly. We will most definitely be contacting him again for future landscaping projects."

Walter A on December 2024

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business! Call Today!

"Jacob was attentive and super friendly. We will most definitely be contacting him again for future landscaping projects."

Walter A on December 2024

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Stover's Tree and Landscape

804 Lee Street
5.00(
4
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Stover's Tree and Landscape

804 Lee Street
5.00(
4
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•Approved Pro
3 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Stover's Tree Care is committed to excellence in every aspect of 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 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.

"He came over and removed a tree getting ready to fall . He did an awesome job. And I would hire him to do it again. Vary professional "

Patty G on August 2025

Stover's Tree Care is committed to excellence in every aspect of 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 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.

"He came over and removed a tree getting ready to fall . He did an awesome job. And I would hire him to do it again. Vary professional "

Patty G on August 2025

North Lake Sod

974 Hawk Landing
4.57(
7
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•Approved Pro

North Lake Sod

974 Hawk Landing
4.57(
7
)
•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
29 years of experience

As a family owned and operated company, with years of experience in the industry, North Lake Sod, are the professionals you need to take care of your project. We look forward to working with you. Call us today!

"Hector is great with communication and knowledgeable about lawn care. Hector and Juan were ontime every day and did a fantastic job."

Elizabeth P on December 2021

As a family owned and operated company, with years of experience in the industry, North Lake Sod, are the professionals you need to take care of your project. We look forward to working with you. Call us today!

"Hector is great with communication and knowledgeable about lawn care. Hector and Juan were ontime every day and did a fantastic job."

Elizabeth P on December 2021

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U-BIQ LLC

651 Whispering Cypress Ln
5.00(
1
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U-BIQ LLC

651 Whispering Cypress Ln
5.00(
1
)
•Approved Pro
2025 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Hey there! Welcome to U-BIQ Landscaping, where we transform ordinary spaces into breathtaking landscapes! We specialize in innovative design, creating outdoor environments that reflect your unique style and vision. Let us bring your dream landscape to life!

"recently hired U - biq for a mulching project in my yard, and I couldn?t be happier with the results. From the start, their team was professional, punctual, and communicative. They helped me choose the right type and color of mulch to complement my landscaping, and the difference it made was immediate. The crew worked efficiently and paid great attention to detail?clean edges around the beds, even mulch coverage, and absolutely no mess left behind. It really gave my yard a fresh, polished look. They even took extra care around my plants and shrubs, which I really appreciated. Highly recommend u-biq you?re looking for quality landscaping work done right. I?ll definitely be using them again for future projects!"

christian n on September 2025

Hey there! Welcome to U-BIQ Landscaping, where we transform ordinary spaces into breathtaking landscapes! We specialize in innovative design, creating outdoor environments that reflect your unique style and vision. Let us bring your dream landscape to life!

"recently hired U - biq for a mulching project in my yard, and I couldn?t be happier with the results. From the start, their team was professional, punctual, and communicative. They helped me choose the right type and color of mulch to complement my landscaping, and the difference it made was immediate. The crew worked efficiently and paid great attention to detail?clean edges around the beds, even mulch coverage, and absolutely no mess left behind. It really gave my yard a fresh, polished look. They even took extra care around my plants and shrubs, which I really appreciated. Highly recommend u-biq you?re looking for quality landscaping work done right. I?ll definitely be using them again for future projects!"

christian n on September 2025

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RLC Landscaping Company

350 Anchor Rd
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RLC Landscaping Company

350 Anchor Rd
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23 local quotes requested
5 years of experience

We invite you to experience a tradition of customer satisfaction that will exceed your greatest expectations. Our professionalism and quality workmanship will accurately reflect your taste and lifestyle. From conception to completion, we work with you until the job is done. We are ethical, honest, and easy to communicate with. Call us today you'll be pleased you did. Thank you

We invite you to experience a tradition of customer satisfaction that will exceed your greatest expectations. Our professionalism and quality workmanship will accurately reflect your taste and lifestyle. From conception to completion, we work with you until the job is done. We are ethical, honest, and easy to communicate with. Call us today you'll be pleased you did. Thank you

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ProCore Earthworks LLC

8511 Strawberry Fields Ct
5.00(
5
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•Approved Pro

ProCore Earthworks LLC

8511 Strawberry Fields Ct
5.00(
5
)
•Approved Pro
Free onsite estimate

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

"I was very happy with the work they did for me. They are very professional and completed the job in a timely manner. I would definitely recommend them. And would hire them again in the future for future projects."

Amy D on February 2025

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

"I was very happy with the work they did for me. They are very professional and completed the job in a timely manner. I would definitely recommend them. And would hire them again in the future for future projects."

Amy D on February 2025

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Murray Outdoor

209 Blackstone Creek Road
4.63(
8
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•Approved Pro

Murray Outdoor

209 Blackstone Creek Road
4.63(
8
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•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
1793 local quotes requested
13 years of experience

At Murray Outdoor we specialize in all aspects of landscaping. We have the experience and dedication to bring your dreams to reality! We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. Call or click to schedule a free estimate today!

"Corey and his team were very knowledgeable, professional, and efficient! He knew the science behind the different types of grass and even recommended a particular fertilizer company, who was great as well. My family had lived in our home for 4 years and this is the first year our 3 little kids could play in the grass outside! Thank you, Corey! I would recommend you call him!!!"

Arlene M on October 2020

At Murray Outdoor we specialize in all aspects of landscaping. We have the experience and dedication to bring your dreams to reality! We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. Call or click to schedule a free estimate today!

"Corey and his team were very knowledgeable, professional, and efficient! He knew the science behind the different types of grass and even recommended a particular fertilizer company, who was great as well. My family had lived in our home for 4 years and this is the first year our 3 little kids could play in the grass outside! Thank you, Corey! I would recommend you call him!!!"

Arlene M on October 2020

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Central Florida Exterior Solutions

803 East University Avenue
4.80(
20
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•Approved Pro

Central Florida Exterior Solutions

803 East University Avenue
4.80(
20
)
•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 95% of Angi customers
Recommended by 95% of HomeAdvisor customers
511 local quotes requested

Welcome to CFL exterior solutions we specialize in all your outdoor needs from (landscaping, land clearing, machine work, drainage, concrete, decks, back yard remodel, etc). We are a small local company owned and operated with over 10 years of experience. Call or text @(386)624-4240

"I highly recommend Central Florida Exterior Solutions for your drainage needs. They installed an underground drainage system around the exterior of my house using 6" PVC pipes, connected my downspouts to it, installed drainage grates throughout my backyard, and then installed a discharge outlet in my front yard. After the drainage pipes were installed, they brought in several trailers of dirt and regraded my rear yard to prevent water flowing towards my house. They also installed a retention wall at the rear exit of my house. I was more than happy with the entire team, and I developed a great relationship with the owners Dalton and Zach. Again, I highly recommend Dalton and Zach for all of your exterior needs."

Jim K on June 2025

Welcome to CFL exterior solutions we specialize in all your outdoor needs from (landscaping, land clearing, machine work, drainage, concrete, decks, back yard remodel, etc). We are a small local company owned and operated with over 10 years of experience. Call or text @(386)624-4240

"I highly recommend Central Florida Exterior Solutions for your drainage needs. They installed an underground drainage system around the exterior of my house using 6" PVC pipes, connected my downspouts to it, installed drainage grates throughout my backyard, and then installed a discharge outlet in my front yard. After the drainage pipes were installed, they brought in several trailers of dirt and regraded my rear yard to prevent water flowing towards my house. They also installed a retention wall at the rear exit of my house. I was more than happy with the entire team, and I developed a great relationship with the owners Dalton and Zach. Again, I highly recommend Dalton and Zach for all of your exterior needs."

Jim K on June 2025

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FAQs for sod installation projects in Tavares, FL

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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