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WinTech Property Maintenance
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Serving Vero Beach, FL and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2002

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Emergency services offered

"Our experience was excellent! Brian was knowledgeable, informational, professional, went over and above to make sure were happy, and carrier a exclusive product. We had some paver work and sod installed."
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+6

Response time7 hrs
Response rate97%
107 neighbors recently requested a quote
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ASAP Complete Tree Service and Landscape Design
4.8(
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Serving Vero Beach, FL and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2016

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Customers say: Quality work

"They was terrific. Tamica gave me a price on the phone. Once we agreed, she fit us in quickly. The guys were here when she said they would be & they did a great job. They were very professional. We are very pleased and will definitely use them in the future."
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Response time12 hrs
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by67%of homeowners
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GroundTec Inc
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Serving Vero Beach, FL and surrounding areas

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In business since 1990

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"Nathan surveyed the 3/4 of the St. Augustine grass lawn needing replacement. His excellent, well-trained, happy (!) crew were very pleasant. They killed the old lawn and cut it down to dirt. After a week, they returned to kill off any remaining Bermuda grass shoots. After the sod was delivered (9 pallets), they spent one day installing it, including careful trimming of pieces to make a perfect fit at boundaries with grass that was left in place. The result was remarkably flat and did not look like a sod replacement but a normal lawn!  My sprinkler guy, whowas in the sod business for decades, said it was the best job he had ever seen. I got good advice about the watering regimen to keep the grass going but avoid fungus. <br> <br>"
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Hondumex, LLC
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Serving Vero Beach, FL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2017

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"We had old lawn removed. Property tilled and new sod laid. We also had land landscaped and bushes added. The workers were professional, cleaned up after themselves and finished the job in a timely manner."
Response time1 day
Response rate91%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Hackford Landscape & Tree Service, Inc.
4.8(
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Serving Vero Beach, FL and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Emergency services offered

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"The garden beds and lighting look amazing. The new sod will be good once the old grass catches up to the new grass. The edging of the garden beds makes them stand out against the lawn and the overall curb appeal is improved a millionfold."
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Response time2 days
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by68%of homeowners
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Flotex Landscaping & Pavers, LLC
4.6(
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Serving Vero Beach, FL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2018

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"Oscar is very polite and professional. He is easy to work with and cares about the quality of his work and making the customer happy. I am very pleased with the results and highly recommend him."
Response time2 days
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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FAQs for sod installation projects in Vero Beach, FL

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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