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Gutierrez Lawn Maintenance
4.7(
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Serving Vale, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"They did the work in under an hour. Everything I asked for was done. The bushes look more uniform and clean. I am sure my husband will be pleased. They are very good and quick with communication and answering all of your questions. I would hire again."
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+44

Response time2 days
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by76%of homeowners
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828Landscape
4.5(
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Serving Vale, NC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"Great! We love & use our new backyard all the time. Even our neighbors love what we’ve had done. We had 828 remove existing & damaged fencing, level the yard, build a retaining wall with steps & lighting with timers, pour a large concrete pad & a walkway to a fire pit pad, correct drainage with drains & a river rock bed, fix existing safety lighting, plant 7’ trees +. They’re also easy to work with & communicate regularly & honestly. Thx Max & crew!"
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Response time3 days
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
New Beginning Landscape, LLC
5.0(
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Serving Vale, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Customers say: True professional

New Beginning Landscape was founded with one purpose in mind: to give you the most beautiful, durable, and worthwhile solution in landscape and hardscape design, thereby increasing your home's value and your long-term, outdoor enjoyment. Tell us your plans and let us get to work. Please check out our pictures to see some recent projects!

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Response time10 hrs
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Kempro Solutions
New to Angi

Serving Vale, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

I’m a dependable, hands-on service provider offering landscaping, interior and exterior painting, cleaning, junk removal, and small shed builds. I focus on practical work done correctly the first time—clear communication, reliable scheduling, and clean results. I bring my own tools, work efficiently, and treat every property with care and respect. My goal is straightforward: deliver solid workmanship that solves the problem without unnecessary complications.

ACCU-DRY WATER/MOISTURE CONTROL
4.6(
56
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Serving Vale, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 1997

Credit card accepted

"Our home has a partially finished basement and is on a grade.  We experienced a major flood in July and were looking for options on how to protect our home from further flooding - as well as a way to improve the quality of the air, etc in our basement.  I contacted all the big local waterproofing companies for quotes.  The reason I did this was not only price, but the configuration of our home and the problems we were having were somewhat unique - so I wanted to make sure we considered all the options, and this is not a job you want to do twice.  Tim from AccuDry was the first person we met.  Tim is very knowledgeable and friendly.  He came over and within 30 minutes had put together a comprehensive plan.  Our basement and crawlspace were a mess, and frankly, I was having a hard time envisioning what it would look like after the waterproofing.  Tim assured me that it would be great.  We liked what he had to say, but of course we wanted to get other opinions.  We met with half a dozen other "waterproofing" experts, some smaller ones and some of the big names you see around town every day.  I was shocked.  Some of them were fairly knowledgeable, but some of them had no idea what they were talking about.  None of them put together a comprehensive solution like Tim.  And, price wise, AccuDry was very competitive.  We were so impressed with Tim's experience and confidence in his plan that we went forward with AccuDry as our waterproofing contractor.  Tim brought in his guys - a small crew that have been working together for years - and Tim was also on the job working with them and supervising regularly.  They installed a complete interior drain system, including a gravity fed outlet, so we did not have to rely on sump pumps or electricity any longer.  The guys were very friendly and accomodating.  If you have water issues in your basement or crawlspace, you know that this work is not easy, nor is it always very pleasant.  Tim's crew enjoy what they do and take pride in doing it right.  And, they are very talented.  When you take on a job like this, there are a lot of little things that need to be done in the process - removing parts of walls, digging trenches through gardens, re-pouring concrete walkways, etc.  Tim's crew took these tasks in stride and handled them with ease.  They put in the extra time and material needed to make sure the job was done right, and cleaned up to the point that you would not know they had been there.  And Tim stuck to his original price - even though I am sure he ran over on labor and material from the original quote.  I don't think any other contractor would have taken the time and care to install our system in this manner.  In fact, many of the other proposals were more like bandaids than solutions ... and no one else was willing to put in the work required for a gravity fed system.  AccuDry did a fantastic job.  When it rains, I feel confident that our home is going to remains dry and clean.  We can already feel a difference in the air quality / moisture in the basement.  I would recommend AccuDry to anyone with a water problem in their basement.
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Outdoor Artisan Inc
4.9(
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Serving Vale, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"The founder of Outdoor Artisans (Clive) is a master craftsmen and stonemason. Moreover, Clive is a holistic visionary. He turned my rudimentary design into a concept that encompassed my home, yard, lifestyle and dreams of the future. I can say without exaggeration that Clive sees with the eye of an artist and paints a picture that represents a design that you probably didn't realize consciously but was what you really wanted all along. He offers you an environment that will reflect your persona in way you and your guests will entirely appreciate. Believe me - I tried to do all the work myself and about halfway through realized intuitively something was missing, but couldn't put my finger on it; that's when I invited Clive for an estimate. I am glad I did. After hearing his recommendations, I knew my concept was wrong. I hired him on the spot and tore out all the work I had done; that's how good his design was. The quality he brought to his installation is extraordinary; the lines are clear and fluid, different parts blend together and all of it embraces the larger environment it's been placed in."
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FAQs for sod installation projects in Vale, NC

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 Vale, NC homeowners’ guide to sod installations

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