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Transform your property with Precision Landscaping and Excavating. We offer a variety of services including complete landscape design, and hardscape construction to hydro seeding installation and excavation services. We treat your property like it is our own. Our services are competitively priced and we work within your budget. Our ultimate goal is to serve you and make your experience a pleasant one. We look forward to working with you to make your vision a reality! Our Excavation services include , Drainage , Driveways , Lot Clearing, Stump removal , and Light Sitework
"expectations may have been too high. hydro seed and lawn work to fix heavy machinery damage from new well installation at home. while grass is growing it's thin in spots or dying and looks like totally different type of grass from one area to another. not sure if hydroseed slurry was mixed properly. big crab grass problem as well. key part of work was to fix heavy machinery damage and looks like they just threw a shovel of top soil and spritzed with hydroseed. no better at all and craters and damage still there. was expecting more with the harley rake they brought and amount of workers. I followed their instructions meticulously and even got moisture meter to check on watering needs. i'll be overseeding in autumn myself."
Erich M on July 2024
Transform your property with Precision Landscaping and Excavating. We offer a variety of services including complete landscape design, and hardscape construction to hydro seeding installation and excavation services. We treat your property like it is our own. Our services are competitively priced and we work within your budget. Our ultimate goal is to serve you and make your experience a pleasant one. We look forward to working with you to make your vision a reality! Our Excavation services include , Drainage , Driveways , Lot Clearing, Stump removal , and Light Sitework
"expectations may have been too high. hydro seed and lawn work to fix heavy machinery damage from new well installation at home. while grass is growing it's thin in spots or dying and looks like totally different type of grass from one area to another. not sure if hydroseed slurry was mixed properly. big crab grass problem as well. key part of work was to fix heavy machinery damage and looks like they just threw a shovel of top soil and spritzed with hydroseed. no better at all and craters and damage still there. was expecting more with the harley rake they brought and amount of workers. I followed their instructions meticulously and even got moisture meter to check on watering needs. i'll be overseeding in autumn myself."
Erich M on July 2024
Riverbirch Landscaping LLC is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.
"Robert and his team are dependable and work with you to get what you need done Very personable and customize lawn care to your goals ie mine was to establish a natural lawn with no pesticides Angela"
Angela M on April 2025
Riverbirch Landscaping LLC is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.
"Robert and his team are dependable and work with you to get what you need done Very personable and customize lawn care to your goals ie mine was to establish a natural lawn with no pesticides Angela"
Angela M on April 2025
Better Business Bureau Accredited firm with an A+ Rating. 2017 Connecticut Better Business Bureau Marketplace Excellence Awards NOMINEE for SUPERIOR CUSTOMER SERVICE. Established in 1998, R.A.M. Contracting, Inc. is Robertson Michaud company specializing in Custom Projects. We are based in Connecticut and are one of the most highly regarded companies for our craftsmanship, attention to detail and customer service. Fully licensed, insured and bondable. We service Federal, Industrial, Commercial and Select Residential clientele. Registered with the United States Government Systems for Award Management (SAMS), State of Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection and Vermont Office Of Professional Regulation. We are an Environmental Protection Agency Lead Safe Certified Firm. Please provide details about your project in the Homeowner Description. Leads without any description will not be accepted. For more information please call us at 860-413-2263. We are available 7 days a week.
"Very responsive, clear and professional. Gave me information I needed and then some."
Vivian Z on July 2018
Better Business Bureau Accredited firm with an A+ Rating. 2017 Connecticut Better Business Bureau Marketplace Excellence Awards NOMINEE for SUPERIOR CUSTOMER SERVICE. Established in 1998, R.A.M. Contracting, Inc. is Robertson Michaud company specializing in Custom Projects. We are based in Connecticut and are one of the most highly regarded companies for our craftsmanship, attention to detail and customer service. Fully licensed, insured and bondable. We service Federal, Industrial, Commercial and Select Residential clientele. Registered with the United States Government Systems for Award Management (SAMS), State of Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection and Vermont Office Of Professional Regulation. We are an Environmental Protection Agency Lead Safe Certified Firm. Please provide details about your project in the Homeowner Description. Leads without any description will not be accepted. For more information please call us at 860-413-2263. We are available 7 days a week.
"Very responsive, clear and professional. Gave me information I needed and then some."
Vivian Z on July 2018
East Coast Services LLC Your Trusted Partner for Facility Maintenance & Snow Removal Services in Connecticut & New York. At East Coast Services LLC, we are more than just a landscaping and snow removal service. We are a vital partner in the commercial and residential construction world. With years of experience working alongside contractors, property developers, and business owners, we provide essential services that help design, build and maintain any type of property.
"Excellent work and work ethics. They do it all and they do it right. A pleasure to do business with them!"
Nancy C on April 2023
East Coast Services LLC Your Trusted Partner for Facility Maintenance & Snow Removal Services in Connecticut & New York. At East Coast Services LLC, we are more than just a landscaping and snow removal service. We are a vital partner in the commercial and residential construction world. With years of experience working alongside contractors, property developers, and business owners, we provide essential services that help design, build and maintain any type of property.
"Excellent work and work ethics. They do it all and they do it right. A pleasure to do business with them!"
Nancy C on April 2023
Masters Degree in Landscape architecture Landscapes,Sidewalks,Patios,Walls,Lawn installs,Hydro-seeding,Dumpster/roll off rentals,plowing,lawn Maintenance,Landscape design,Tree and shrub maintenance,site work
"Both projects would be considered large projects which were completed on schedule without any setbacks. The quality of work and materials used were better than I expected. If your considering using this contractor you won’t be disappointed."
Dave C on March 2023
Masters Degree in Landscape architecture Landscapes,Sidewalks,Patios,Walls,Lawn installs,Hydro-seeding,Dumpster/roll off rentals,plowing,lawn Maintenance,Landscape design,Tree and shrub maintenance,site work
"Both projects would be considered large projects which were completed on schedule without any setbacks. The quality of work and materials used were better than I expected. If your considering using this contractor you won’t be disappointed."
Dave C on March 2023
Our mission is to be a provider that brings back the personal touch with our customers. We will build a relationship that will last a lifetime after you see our quality work. As a locally owned and operated business, we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. Call or message us to schedule an estimate today!
Our mission is to be a provider that brings back the personal touch with our customers. We will build a relationship that will last a lifetime after you see our quality work. As a locally owned and operated business, we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. Call or message us to schedule an estimate today!
Our mission is to be a landscaping professional that brings back the personal touch with our customers. We will build a relationship that will last a lifetime after you see our quality work. As a locally owned and operated business we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. We won't leave until the job is done right! Call or click to schedule an estimate today!
"This company was excellent. Came when they said they would, when delayed let me know. Did everything requested and more. Would highly recommend Dave and his crew to anyone looking for landscaping work to be done."
Cindy C on May 2025
Our mission is to be a landscaping professional that brings back the personal touch with our customers. We will build a relationship that will last a lifetime after you see our quality work. As a locally owned and operated business we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. We won't leave until the job is done right! Call or click to schedule an estimate today!
"This company was excellent. Came when they said they would, when delayed let me know. Did everything requested and more. Would highly recommend Dave and his crew to anyone looking for landscaping work to be done."
Cindy C on May 2025
Our company specializes in landscaping, hardscapes, and drainage. As well as providing services for most outdoor/ property maintenance! We are a small family owned and operated company with a dedicated staff to provide you the best experience possible with the least amount of worry!
"They did a fantastic job! The gentleman at NRV are extremely professional and pleasant to work with. My yard looks amazing and I would hire them again in a heartbeat!"
Alison C on June 2025
Our company specializes in landscaping, hardscapes, and drainage. As well as providing services for most outdoor/ property maintenance! We are a small family owned and operated company with a dedicated staff to provide you the best experience possible with the least amount of worry!
"They did a fantastic job! The gentleman at NRV are extremely professional and pleasant to work with. My yard looks amazing and I would hire them again in a heartbeat!"
Alison C on June 2025
$200 minimum invoice. Please be respectful when inquiring. I am a locally owned and operated company. I have been doing this longer then some people have been alive, and am dedicated to the satisfaction of my clients.
"Went very well, power washed house and white fence to perfection. Bob was very conscientious about his work. Timely and efficient. Would absolutely hire him again."
Donna D on March 2025
$200 minimum invoice. Please be respectful when inquiring. I am a locally owned and operated company. I have been doing this longer then some people have been alive, and am dedicated to the satisfaction of my clients.
"Went very well, power washed house and white fence to perfection. Bob was very conscientious about his work. Timely and efficient. Would absolutely hire him again."
Donna D on March 2025
When you need an emergency plumber or a drain cleaner, call Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup. Your fast & reliable plumber can fix any plumbing problem, including sump pumps, toilet repair, faucet repair, faucet replacement, garbage disposals, water heaters, bathtubs, showers, and outside faucets. Roto-Rooter is best known for drain cleaning & sewer cleaning. We fix drain clogs, clogged toilets or sinks, blockage of main sewer lines, slow draining shower and bathtub drains, sewer lines and leaking or burst pipes. We also specialize in water damage restoration & water cleanup services. We can fix and clean up your flooded basement too. Roto-Rooter is a 24-hour plumber near you and provides emergency service.
"The amount of times this company has no call, no showed for a problem with a unit they just installed is uncanny. Not to mention I was grossly overcharged for a service they aren’t even providing. Zero class. Zero accountability. Zero stars."
Beth R on February 2025
When you need an emergency plumber or a drain cleaner, call Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup. Your fast & reliable plumber can fix any plumbing problem, including sump pumps, toilet repair, faucet repair, faucet replacement, garbage disposals, water heaters, bathtubs, showers, and outside faucets. Roto-Rooter is best known for drain cleaning & sewer cleaning. We fix drain clogs, clogged toilets or sinks, blockage of main sewer lines, slow draining shower and bathtub drains, sewer lines and leaking or burst pipes. We also specialize in water damage restoration & water cleanup services. We can fix and clean up your flooded basement too. Roto-Rooter is a 24-hour plumber near you and provides emergency service.
"The amount of times this company has no call, no showed for a problem with a unit they just installed is uncanny. Not to mention I was grossly overcharged for a service they aren’t even providing. Zero class. Zero accountability. Zero stars."
Beth R on February 2025
FAQs for sod installation projects in Waterbury, CT
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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