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Pierce L Shallis Landscaping & Design
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Serving Thorndale, PA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2008

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Emergency services offered

"Pierce comes highly recommended: he has done multiple jobs for us, always with wonderful results. He installed a sod lawn which, a year later, is lush and beautiful. Recently, he solved a serious drainage issue by installing a French drain and river rock; he also accompanied us to the nursery to help select specimen trees and shrubs, which he installed. We are consistently impressed with his professionalism, attention to detail, and prompt/thoughtful responses to questions and requests. We will use him for all landscaping projects in the future!"
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Recommended by95%of homeowners
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CMG Landscaping
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Serving Thorndale, PA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2014

Free estimates

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"Chase and his team did very well on the drainage project. Everybody was working very hard and worked well together. Definitely calling him for a spring cleaning project in the near future!!!"
This is the end of the Techo block walkway we installed. This is the type of paver walkway we install the most! Clean modern look with low maintenance
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Quinn Brothers Masonry LLC
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Serving Thorndale, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"In late fall, I noticed that a piece of a stone wall abutting my driveway had broken off and was drifting into the driveway. Concerned that the wall would fall into the driveway, I contacted Quinn Brothers Masonry. They came out within two days, assessed the situation and gave me an estimate. The work involved taking down both walls, knocking off old mortar on the stones, and removing ivy. After the walls were taken down, protective covering was placed on the exposed dirt, and drainage pipes and gravel were installed. They then rebuilt the walls, using the original stones. While rebuilding the walls, Patrick Quinn advised me that my stone house foundation had been compromised by paint and old mortar. I authorized additional work to restore the foundation. The paint on the stone foundation was removed and the old mortar was taken out. Then, the entire foundation had new mortar installed. I am extremely pleased with the results and will definitely hire them again."
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Pieretti's Landfeatures
4.8(
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Serving Thorndale, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 1989

Free estimates

"Gary was very personable, knowledgeable and competent. He provided helpful ideas and suggestions for the design of the patio. He and his crew accomplished the work in a very efficient manner and the resulting patio was very well built and aesthetically pleasing. The shed pad was exactly what we needed. He left the work site neat and clean We are very happy with the end product and would definitely recommend Gary for this type of work. clean up/pad"
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D'Antonio Landscaping
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Serving Thorndale, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 1997

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Warranties offered

"We recently had D'Antonio Landscaping install a paver patio and do some landscaping for us and we could not be more thrilled both with the end result and how professional this company was to work with. They were efficient, knowledgable and so courteous - to the point where one of the employees asked to help me carry groceries in from the car when I was holding my son. Cannot recommend this company enough."
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Response time6 days
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Chip Chop n' Grind
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Serving Thorndale, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 2014

Free estimates

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"Adam and his crew did an amazing job giving our yard some TLC. He is a peoples person and very professional. I was pleased to have met him in person which he prefers. The crew edged and mulched our flower beds. They trimmed all our trees and removed shrubs that were diseased with mold. Kimberly (Yard Mgr) Adam’s right hand ma’am spent special detailing to dig up river rocks that were buried and outlined the mulch and it look awesome. Adam also identified a sick tree that was poorly planted and suggested removing. Overall we are extremely excited and pleased with our yard. Thank you Chip Chop and Grind for building a relationship that last a lifetime."
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AJ Silva Services
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Serving Thorndale, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 2002

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Emergency services offered

Antonio Silva’s MiniMovers & Junk Removal Company is a local, family-owned moving and junk removal company dedicated to helping individuals, families and businesses with their clean up and moving needs. The company was founded in 2010 to provide customers with reliable, high quality, cost-effective solutions for organizing, clean up and small moves in the Greater Philadelphia area.

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Italo Pavone Tile, Marble and Masonry Contractor
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Serving Thorndale, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 1970

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"The people from Italo Povone were friendly and easy to work with. They installed a very nice patterned design in ceramic tile around the tub; just as we had asked. I do not recall exactly what we paid, but theirs was the lowest estimate and was very fair."
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FAQs for sod installation projects in Thorndale, PA

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 Thorndale, PA homeowners’ guide to sod installations

From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.

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