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G & R Landscaping & Construction
5.0(
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Serving Thornwood, NY and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Hired G&R to fix up my deck, stain it, and paint a shed. The work involved replacing all of the horizontal hand rails, and tightening the floor boards. G&R stained the entire deck by hand (including the lattice work). Gave me a good price and stayed with that price. The deck was 35 years old, but you couldn't tell by looking at it now. My neighbor hired them to do some landscaping work after seeing them work on my property. Willie was easy to work with. Would definitely hired them again."
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+19

Response time11 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Bellosos Construction Landscaping Corp
5.0(
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Serving Thornwood, NY and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Fantastic work on our needed yard cleanup, edging and mulching. Very efficient and saved me a ton of time. They even trimmed the overgrown pear tree/bush. Just terrific and the price was quite reasonable given the work involved. Many thanks to Jorge and his crew."
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+9

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Aurora Property Pros
4.9(
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Serving Thornwood, NY and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"They were so knowledgeable. They asked me questions to find out my actual needs and made recommendations with pros and cons so I could make an educated decision. I was so impressed, I hired them to take over all of my landscaping and pest control. It's so nice having a single point of contact that actually knows what they are doing. I can't recommend them enough!!!"
Response time11 hrs
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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WC Landscape and Masonry Services
4.9(
9
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Serving Thornwood, NY and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"It went great. WC Landscaping has taken care of our property for the past 10+ years. They're professional in all areas of landscaping care and irrigation. This spring we put in over 325' of masonry walls and the work was beautifully done. Their employees that come to our home on a weekly basis are always, neat, pleasant, well dressed, polite and very respectful of our property. The equipment they use to perform their jobs is in very good shape and well maintained. We can also rely on them for related work, such as tree trimming or removal when necessary. Their pricing is always fair. It's just another reason why they've been our gardener of choice for so many years."
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+56

5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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A Palmieri Landscaping Company Inc.
4.2(
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Serving Thornwood, NY and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 1980

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Only got one month into services when Anthony Palmieri, the owner, left me a voicemail confirming services, then forgot to hang up the phone and proceeded to call me “f***king nuts” not once, but twice, and called his colleague Claudia over to continue to disparage me. My crime? Asking them to complete contracted services after noticing they hadn’t completed them during the first service. I see Anthony often responds to negative reviews and gaslights the reviewer - let’s see him do that when I have his bad behavior on voicemail. Anthony is deeply unprofessional, and his staff is equally rude. Hire any landscaper but this one. 0/10, would never recommend."
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+6

Response time2 days
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by80%of homeowners
FAQs for sod installation projects in Thornwood, 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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