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Fisher Home Services
5.0(
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Sod - Install

Serving Tuskegee-institute, AL and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Emergency services offered

Fisher Home Services offers a variety of services including but not limited to kitchen and bathroom remodeling, Concrete for driveways and patios etc.. I've been doing home repairs and remodeling my entire life so I know what it takes to get your job done right. 30+ years of experience. \n\nFisher Home Services offers free estimates and would love to take a look at your upcoming project. Please call us or click for an estimate today! \n\n\n

Porch replacement
Porch replacement
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+27

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Have Nots Tree
4.7(
6
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Sod - Install

Serving Tuskegee-institute, AL and surrounding areas

In business since 2018

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

Have Nots Tree Service is a local business that does tree trimming and removal for an affordable price. The owner has 13 years of experience climbing and specializes in removing dangerous trees and limbs safely and efficiently, without any damage to your property.

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+10

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Jireh Painting & Remodeling
4.7(
13
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Sod - Install

Serving Tuskegee-institute, AL and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Jireh Painting & Remodeling has 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!

Exterior paint
Exterior paint
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+40

Recommended by92%of homeowners
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First step Environmental
5.0(
7
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Sod - Install

Serving Tuskegee-institute, AL and surrounding areas

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

First Step Environmental is a family owned business that has operated in Alabama for many years and also travels around the country when our services are needed during natural disasters such as hurricanes, tornados and ice storms. Our employees are very polite and knowledgeable on their scope of work. Our equipment is late model, well maintained and ready to do the job. Our normal operation area is most of south Alabama, north Florida and southwest Georgia. We remove all types of trees and vegetation even in the hardest to get to areas. We also prune or trim orchards and fence rows and do land clearing and burning services.

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+2

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Pease Landscaping and Tree Removal
5.0(
5
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Sod - Install

Serving Tuskegee-institute, AL and surrounding areas

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

We have been in business since 2014. We offer full tree removal and trimming. We offer Landclearing, grading, excavation, demolition, forestry mulching and vegetation management We offer pressure washing and offer everything for both residential and commercial. No job is too small or too big. We are fully licensed and insured call us today for your free estimate. 334-614-4747.

Pressure Washing Project
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Beauregard Tree Removal
Brush clearing Beauregard Volunteer Fire Department
Pressure Washing Project

+45

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Ramirez Lawn Services
5.0(
3
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Sod - Install

Serving Tuskegee-institute, AL and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Lawn care and landscaping company. We do winter clean-ups, irrigation, hardscaping, pavers, stone and gravel, mulching, yard work and leaf clean up, pressure washing, window cleaning, gutter cleaning, tree removal, and tree trimming.

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+20

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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CP Tree Service
5.0(
5
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Sod - Install

Serving Tuskegee-institute, AL and surrounding areas

We offer fast friendly service with competitive rates. We have been in business since 2012. We offer 24 hour service hazardous tree removal. We use top of the line equipment to make sure the job is done quickly safely and efficiently. We work with insurance companies. We are licensed and insured and also have a tree expert certification.

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+13

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Oak Hill Farms Landscaping
5.0(
3
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Sod - Install

Serving Tuskegee-institute, AL and surrounding areas

In business since 1992

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Oak Hill Farms Landscaping is a family owned and operated Landscaping company, located in Auburn Alabama. Established in 1992. We pride ourselves in providing quality service to our clients. We offer a verity of services, including Landscaping, Hardscaping, Irrigation, Lightscaping, Tree Service and Commercial Property Maintenance. We specialize in Rock Patios, Walkways, Walls, Colums and A variety of Outdoor living spaces. Let us be your Full Service Landscape Contractor. Fully licensed and insured.

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+48

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FAQs for sod installation projects in Tuskegee-institute, AL

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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