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DYG Landscaping, LLC
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Serving Tucker, GA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2014

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"I had a wonderful experience with Daniel and team. Daniel came out for an estimate for laying sod, stone edging, and drainage pipes. He was helpful and took the time to go over all of the details, and provided recommendations on drainage and landscaping issues. After hiring him, his team came out and were fast and professional in digging up the old turf, laying a nice stone edge, and installing the sod. Highly recommended."
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Response time1 day
Response rate88%
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Byrd’s Family Landscaping & Design
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Serving Tucker, GA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2016

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"Byrd Landscaping and Design did an amazing job preparing my land and laying sod for the front of my house. We were impressed with the communication, professionalism and follow through with our project. Brinson made our project a priority despite it being a small project. That was important to my wife and me. I highly recommend Byrd Landscaping and Design. They guarantee their work and have highly skilled technicians who take pride in their work."
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ALBERTO LANDSCAPING
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Serving Tucker, GA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2021

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"Alberto and his team did a awesome job. Listened and answered my questions. Workers were very polite. Theu cut down hugh trees, planted sod , layed down mulch and put flowers in. Would highly recommend to everyone. "
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Response rate90%
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Magic Landscaping
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Serving Tucker, GA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2009

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"Landscaping lighting repair- fixed errors made by previous installers. Superior quality work at a great price. "
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Response time1 day
Response rate97%
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Peachtwins Landscapes, LLC
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Serving Tucker, GA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2009

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"We had two retaining walls installed along with 6 pallets of Bermuda sod laid. Work done on time and professional."
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Response time9 hrs
Response rate88%
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Nature's Creations Custom Landscaping, INC
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Serving Tucker, GA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1995

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Emergency services offered

Nature's Creations Custom Landscaping, INC is dedicated to providing our customers with the best quality and\ncraftsmanship. We are here to build relationships with our customers and communities and to provide\nour employees with a great place to work. We look forward to working with you!

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FAQs for sod installation projects in Tucker, GA

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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